Lift-Top Coffee Tables
For my mobility-challenged friends, here are some pieces of adaptive equipment that don't cost a fortune because they're made for ordinary people.
* A lift-top coffee table. In its offset position, the lift top creates a roll-under space intended for seated use.
* A drop-leaf kitchen cart or island. With the drop(s) raised, it has roll-under space, which can be on the long or short side. If there are two, they're usually on opposite sides, but occasionally you see a model with 3-4 leaves.
Some of the better items have adjustable height. Often they have wheels or sliders for easy movement. You can use these in any room, for a lot more purposes than the intended ones. If you need knee space, watch for other pieces of furniture that have a drop-leaf or extendable shelf.
Do you have good handyskills? If so, consider upcycling an old end table, coffee table, or small dresser to a more useful version. A drop-leaf is among the simpler features to add. Another option is to add a top that is wider and/or longer than the base.
If you know someone with mobility issues, especially new issues, something like this can make everyday tasks a lot simpler. Keep it in mind for gift-giving season.
* A lift-top coffee table. In its offset position, the lift top creates a roll-under space intended for seated use.
* A drop-leaf kitchen cart or island. With the drop(s) raised, it has roll-under space, which can be on the long or short side. If there are two, they're usually on opposite sides, but occasionally you see a model with 3-4 leaves.
Some of the better items have adjustable height. Often they have wheels or sliders for easy movement. You can use these in any room, for a lot more purposes than the intended ones. If you need knee space, watch for other pieces of furniture that have a drop-leaf or extendable shelf.
Do you have good handyskills? If so, consider upcycling an old end table, coffee table, or small dresser to a more useful version. A drop-leaf is among the simpler features to add. Another option is to add a top that is wider and/or longer than the base.
If you know someone with mobility issues, especially new issues, something like this can make everyday tasks a lot simpler. Keep it in mind for gift-giving season.