Using this shower seat is easy. Just make sure it's properly installed following the local building codes and firmly secured to the wall. You can sit on it safely as long as your weight doesn't go over 360 lbs. When it comes to maintenance, since it has a water - resistant Naugahyde seat and stainless - steel frame, you can simply wipe it down with a mild cleaner regularly. But always keep an eye on its attachment to the wall. If you notice it's not secure, stop using it right away to avoid any risk of injury. And never try to use it with a weight that's more than 360 lbs as it can cause the seat to malfunction.