Review on Moen R8918P Home Care 18-Inch Concealed Screw Peened Bath Safety Grab Bar: Secure Bathroom Assistance by Matthew Miles

Summary: Adding some grab bars to Dad's shower. I used many products on this project, so I've included all related products in this review. Recommendation: 1) When assembling handrails, it is always easier to find a bolt to attach them. In this vertical build I chose to use Wing-Its bolts and anchors; partly because I wasn't sure I could hit both and didn't want to put the two attachments perpendicular (right or left only), but that would also result in the shower bar being too far away (towards the shower controls). 2) WingIts requires a 3/4" hole in the mounting hardware. With tile this can be particularly difficult. I used a 3/4" SHDIATOOL diamond drill bit with a DRILLAX adapter to go through the tile and then a BOSCH 3/4" drill bit to drill through the drywall. I also used BOSCH drill bits for another small hole. Having the right tool for the job is the difference between completing a project and having a messy disaster. Bathroom rod with hidden stainless steel screw $30 Pros: Name Moen, including stainless steel screws Cons: None Conclusion: 5 stars incl. stainless steel screws Cons: None : 5 stars https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002UP536Y Wi ngI textured handrail ts, PK2 $14. Pros: Robust, high rating. Cons: Cost ($7 per anchor). Verdict: 4 stars (value) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004CCRJWOSHDIATOOL 3/4" Diamond Core Drill Bit $13 Pros: Right tool for the job, looks brand new after drilling 2 holes (with proper technique including cold water) Cons: None Bottom line: 5 stars https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07213KCN9Drilax Core Drill Adapter $15 Pros: Allows the SHDIATOOL chisel to be used with a power drill ( instead of an angle grinder) Cons: Cost (a bit pricey) Verdict: 4 stars (value) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0737H7CMXBOSCH GT3000 Carbide Hammer Set $25 Pros: Cuts great Carrying case Cons: None Verdict : 5 stars https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GNC8RS