Grab rail selection trips people up because the compliant options multiply fast once you factor in angle, hand orientation and mounting style — and getting it wrong on an accessible bathroom isn't just an inconvenience, it's a compliance failure. Here's the real range, grouped by how you'd actually choose.
Ambulant cubicle rails (90°)
- 90° Ambulant Grab Rail, 450x450mm — MLR112_SS, $83.49, antimicrobial ANMB_MLR112, $117.70, Designer Black MLR112_DESIGNER, $123.99. The standard rail for ambulant WC cubicles.
Side wall rails (30° and 90°)
- 30° Flush Mount Side Wall, 840x700mm, LH/RH — MLR101_X / MLR102_X, $115.97–$120.86 depending on configuration.
- 90° Flush Mount Side Wall, 950x600mm, LH/RH — MLR103_X / MLR104X_SS, $100–$117.41.
- 30° Flush Mount Rear/Side Wall, 950x700mm — MLR105_X / MLR106_X, $120.86 each.
Wrap-around and modular rails
- 30° and 90° Wrap Around (modular), 1100x900/1025x700/600mm — from MLR113MOD, $180.58, to MLR115MOD, $208.51.
- Modular U-Shaped Grab Rail, trim-to-size — MLR122MOD, $741.60. The most flexible option where a standard length doesn't fit the cubicle geometry.
Rails with integrated backrest
- 40° and 90° Grab Rail & Backrest Sets, LH/RH — from MLR120LH_SET, $541.73, to the vandal-proof version MLR120LH_VPSET, $615.36.
Lift-up and pull-down rails
- Click-Lock Pull Down Grab Rail — MLR55_SS, $234.34.
- Universal Pull Down Grab Rail with Nurse Call Housing — MLR50NCAL_UNIVERSAL, $264.99. Specifically for aged care and healthcare settings needing an integrated call button.
Shower-specific rails
See our dedicated shower grab rail kits guide for the offset, corner and 3-function shower options.
How to choose
Start from the AS1428.1 drawing for the specific cubicle layout — angle and hand orientation (LH/RH) are set by the fixture layout, not preference, so measure before ordering. Flush mount side wall rails are the most common spec for standard accessible WC cubicles; wrap-around and modular rails suit corner or non-standard geometries; the integrated backrest sets are for ambulant cubicles needing both support and a backrest in one fixing. For secure or mental health facilities, see our anti-ligature grab rails guide instead — standard rails aren't suitable there.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I need a 30° or 90° rail?
This is set by the AS1428.1 layout drawing for the specific cubicle, based on the WC pan and wall positions — not a style preference. Check the compliance drawing for the installation before ordering.
What's the difference between flush mount and wrap-around rails?
Flush mount rails sit against a single wall; wrap-around rails continue around a corner in one continuous rail, used where the AS1428.1 layout calls for support across two adjacent walls.
When would I need the modular U-shaped rail instead of a standard length?
When the cubicle's dimensions don't match any of Metlam's standard pre-cut lengths — the modular rail trims to size on site, at a higher unit cost than a standard fixed-length rail.
Do grab rails need to match the finish of other hardware in the room?
Not for compliance, but for a coordinated look, Metlam's grab rails are available in the same satin stainless steel, antimicrobial and Designer Black finishes as the rest of the range.