Can the side lifts be removed if not needed? Also, I brushed on a sort of sandy surface to prevent slipping. Will the suction cups still work?
1626721
I don't believe the hinged sides can be removed without breaking them . Suction cups are quite large so they should still work if the surface is a bit rough but still flat.
1626722
Yes, the side panels can be taken off. They will just slide off. Just takes a little fiddling with them. They can be put back on also. Just reverse the procedure. Again, it takes a little fiddling. My tub has a 'pebblely' type surface. The suction cups work fine on that type of surface. Hope this info helps. -Gene-
2278124
Yes the suction cups stick extremely well to my tub which is also a fiberglass tub with the roughened sand like coating much like yours.
456846
I did the same. I found some higher quality suction cups that i could stick on the side and would hold it up. Keep them in the bag for when i use it
2271781
You can remove it after a bath. In fact I do this everyday to air it out when it's wet and the suction cups are still strong.
744430
Yes you can remove. If you DIY while installing you can easily take it off when you move.
1513548
Yes, the suction cups can be removed and the caddy can fit over the faucet. You don't have to remove them to have the caddy fit anywhere. I love this product and it has fallen off...maybe twice.
1349038
as others have said.. yes you can remove them. But why? Plus this system is built tough and that costs in weight which the top bar is kinda needed from lifting the thing.
857755
It depends: If the surface is totally smooth, than yes. If it is at all rough or grooved, etc., than no. There can be no low areas where the suction cup would be able to disengage.
302596
It works alright for me. The weight of the saddle holds it down. The suction cups require periodic wetting to hold firm to sides, but even when they come loose it is not a problem from my standpoint. I consider it a good product worth the money I paid for it. Hope that helps you.
274366
Mine did not come with suction cups. However, they aren't necessary. Mine pretty much stays in place.
495909
I did not have to remove mine when I installed them. I watched some videos on YouTube that helped me.
1040328
I used the suction cups for quite a few years. I suppose replacing them often might help it stick best. You can buy replacements via String by Mail, I couldn't find them on Amazon.
1889834
If tub is slick, it should stick, but suction cups are best if you are pulling up on them not to the side. If you use them, you should check they still have good suction before putting weight on them. If you use them on a wall make sure the wall will not pull loose. They make some grippers that have little green spots or red to tell you they are gripping or not. They make clamps that clamp over the side of the tub and are very stable.
77616
Not easily. They extend for the entire length of the chassis, but are held on by (two) screws. It looks like it should be possible to remove the screws and the side plates, but I haven't tried it yet. Don't know if there's a chassis cover under the plates.
1255941
I would not recommend,, suction cup part is continually coming off base... not pleased with product at all...
2089227
There are rubber feet on one side, I think it would be pretty hard to remove them but yes, you could use both sides otherwise.
224964
I do remove the mat and hang it up between baths to let it dry. I have not noticed any suction cups becoming detached.....and I am not gentle when I remove it from the tub.