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DISCLAIMER:
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.



Item Details

A Buyers Guide - Garden Stools

ILC Reference NO 71:19:600
Item sourced from ILC ACT database


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Short Description
Garden kneelers with handles at the sides assist the gardener to move up from, and down to, the kneeling position. Low stools are useful while tending low garden beds, especially if kneeling is difficult or painful.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
. Points to consider when buying a garden kneeler or stool:
* Stability, especially for one handed user
* Strength in withstanding weight of heavy person
* Width
* Handle height and position for comfortable push-up
* Comfort and durability of padding for knees
* Comfort of handle grip
* Weight for lifting and transporting
* Grip of base on garden surfaces
* Ease of cleaning
* Likelihood of rusting (aluminum and stainless steel preferable)
* Water resistance
$85 - stools
. Commonly available features:
* Reversible stool / kneeler

. For further information talk to one of the listed suppliers or visit
a variety or hardware store.

. We are pleased to receive feedback on the information we provide....
If there is something we should add or need to change, please let us know.
. These are general suggestions - if you experience considerable
difficulty in performing gardening activities, consult an occupational
therapist at a community health centre or aged care assessment team, make an appointment with the ILC, or talk to the horticultural
therapist at the Telopea Centre, Ryde TAFE.


Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details

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