Fold-up Grab Rail

Goldfern Fold-Up Grab Rail

The Goldfern Fold-Up Grab Rail provides a fixed wall-mounted support rail that can be raised through approximately 90° when it is not required. This makes it particularly useful where a grab rail is needed beside a toilet, shower or other suitable transfer area but clear space is also important.

The rail is available in Stainless Steel or antibacterial Nylon. A robust wall-mounted plate secures the rail, while a non-slip rubber tip provides stable contact when the rail is lowered for use. The range is NZS 4121 compliant.

Key Features

• Folds upward approximately 90° when not required.
• Stainless Steel or antibacterial Nylon finishes.
• Robust wall-mounted plate.
• Non-slip rubber tip for stable contact during use.
• Nylon version has an aluminium-reinforced core.
• Nylon surface includes antibacterial, anti-UV and anti-aging properties.
• NZS 4121 compliant.
• Overall width is approximately 690 mm for Stainless Steel and 700 mm for Nylon.
• 12-month warranty.

Why Choose the Goldfern Fold-Up Grab Rail?

The folding design allows a substantial support rail to be moved upward when extra clearance is needed. This can be useful in shared or compact bathrooms where the rail should be available during a transfer but not permanently occupy the adjacent space.

Position and Installation Matter

Fold-up Grab Rail can provide a reliable handhold only when its location matches the movement the user actually makes. Consider whether support is needed while approaching, turning, lowering, standing or stepping, and position the rail so it can be reached without over-stretching. The most useful angle and height can differ between a toilet, shower, bath or hallway.

Installation must suit the wall structure and the loads placed on the rail; wall lining alone may not provide adequate support. A competent installer should select appropriate fixings and confirm the mounting surface. An occupational therapist can help determine placement where the user has complex balance, strength or transfer needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far does the grab rail fold up?

The rail folds upward through approximately 90° when it is not required.

What finishes are available?

Current MoveSmart variants are Stainless Steel and antibacterial Nylon.

What does the rubber tip do?

The non-slip rubber tip is designed to provide stable contact when the rail is lowered for use.

What is the overall width?

The Stainless Steel model is approximately 690 mm wide overall and the Nylon model approximately 700 mm.

What is the overall height?

The Stainless Steel model is approximately 190 mm high overall and the Nylon model approximately 140 mm.

What is different about the Nylon version?

The Nylon version has an aluminium-reinforced core and an antibacterial surface with anti-UV and anti-aging properties.

Does the rail comply with NZS 4121?

Yes. The Goldfern Fold-Up Grab Rail is NZS 4121 compliant.

Where is a fold-up rail commonly used?

It can be useful beside a toilet, shower or other suitable transfer area where support is needed but the rail also needs to move out of the way when not in use.

Does it need professional installation?

Yes. The wall-mounted plate must be securely fixed to suitable structural support. Installation should be completed by a suitably qualified person using fixings appropriate for the wall construction and intended use.

Can it be fixed only to wall lining?

No assumption should be made that wall lining alone provides adequate support. The installer should confirm sound structural fixing before installation.

Should the rail be checked before each use?

Yes. Confirm the rail is fully lowered into its intended operating position and that the mounting and rubber tip remain secure before use.

Is the rail intended to be used as a seat?

No. It is a hand-support rail and should not be sat on.

What warranty is included?

The warranty is 12 months.

Can it be delivered across New Zealand?

Yes. The Goldfern Fold-Up Grab Rail is available to ship NZ-wide from MoveSmart.