FAQs Archive | KR Specialties

Q: Are KR collapsible shower dams sold by others?

Yes, because we are primarily and OEM manufacturer and not a distribution marketer, you will find our product images on the web and in videos distributed by distributor partners and major manufacturers of accessible showers who provide our products under a multitude of brands for commercial and residential applications. Wherever you buy, you are getting the original product, not a knockoff.

Q: Why should I consider buying KR dam? What is the KR difference in a nutshell?

We are the Pioneer and originator of 1 st Collapsible dam ever made. 30 years of experience serving the Healthcare & Senior Living architectural community Proven product manufactured in America

Q: Does the dam require installer to reinforce the edge with waterproof glue or adhesive caulking to insure a permanent bond?

No, the KR dam has a “patented” recessed channel design that eliminates to need for additional glue or adhesive reinforcement of the edges. The recessed channel with automotive grade 3M tape pulls the dam tight to the shower surface along the perimeter of the dam providing a integral flexible friction seal similar to a car or window seal that that is easy to clean and maintain. This feature also limits water exposure to the tape, so the tape maintains a long-lasting bond.

Q: What collapsible water stopper endcaps do I need?

If your shower has a radius or curved corner where the threshold meets the wall, order round end caps designed for vertical installation for showers with on curved corners. Order enough collapsible dam to travel approximately 2-4 inches up each side wall. If your shower has square corners, choose square caps for proper seal, fit and finish.

Q: Does a collapsible dam water stopper need an endcap?

Yes, without end caps, the dam will tear away from the wall when stepped on. The result for all collapsible dam designs will be water leakage in the corners, the location water typically cascades down the wall on all bathing fixtures. If you have a dam with a hollow channel, this will harbor mold and bacteria where the seal has been compromised. Collapsible dam end caps are essential to provide a robust seal and a finished aesthetic that is easy to clean & maintain.

Q: Why should shower water dams be a maximum of 1 inch?

Designed and patented as the 1 st collapsible dam, all design decisions including height of the dam was influenced by the healthcare experts we interact daily over the past 30 years. Our parent company, The K Ross Company, has a long and establish track record working directly with healthcare architects, engineers to bring to market accessible shower products for healthcare and senior living industry who design ADA and non-ADA shower environments to maximize safety and limit risk. Rehab hospital discharge planers, physical and occupational therapist are trained to consider short vs. long term mobility. Removing or limiting barriers and tripping hazards is a top priority by the CDC to prevent falls for patents and healthcare workers. If their must be a dam, experts agree it shall be as low as possible yet effective. When paired with a curtain with heavy tape weights sewn in bottom seam holding the curtain to the floor, the outcomes are a safer entry and exit into the shower by both ambulatory and shower chair users.

Are KR collapsible shower dams sold by others?

Yes, because we are primarily and OEM manufacturer and not [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:48:59-04:00September 11, 2022|Shower Dams|Comments Off

Why should I consider buying KR dam? What is the KR difference in a nutshell?

We are the Pioneer and originator of 1st Collapsible dam [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:48:23-04:00September 11, 2022|Shower Dams|Comments Off

Why is the water dam peeling off?

This can occur shortly after installation and daily use when [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:47:51-04:00September 11, 2022|Installation|Comments Off

Does the dam require installer to reinforce the edge with waterproof glue or adhesive caulking to insure a permanent bond?

No, the KR dam has a “patented” recessed channel design [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:47:18-04:00September 11, 2022|Installation|Comments Off

I installed a collapsible dam water stopper, why am I getting water on the bathroom floor?

If you are getting water cascading out of the shower [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:46:29-04:00September 11, 2022|Installation|Comments Off

What collapsible water stopper endcaps do I need?

If your shower has a radius or curved corner where [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:45:20-04:00September 11, 2022|Installation, Shower Dams|Comments Off

Does a collapsible dam water stopper need an endcap?

Yes, without end caps, the dam will tear away from [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:43:31-04:00September 11, 2022|Installation, Shower Dams|Comments Off

Why should shower water dams be a maximum of 1 inch?

Designed and patented as the 1st collapsible dam, all design [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:44:35-04:00September 11, 2022|Shower Dams|Comments Off

Why are Collapsible dams or water stoppers and weighted curtains needed for barrier free showers?

All barrier free showers are by definition, barrier free or [...]

By Pat Kelly|2022-09-11T15:42:17-04:00September 11, 2022|Shower Dams|Comments Off