How Do Stairlifts Work?

Stairlifts are motorised devices that are specifically designed to transport people up and down stairs safely and efficiently. This is made possible by the individual sitting on the chair and activating the device with which the stairlift will utilise the rail system to traverse up and down. The user controls the movement of the stairlift using intuitive controls located on the armrest or a handheld remote. These controls allow the user to start, stop and even adjust the speed and direction of the stairlift as needed. Ensuring that the experience of climbing the stairs with a stairlift is as smooth and safe as possible. Overall, stairlifts provide a convenient and accessible solution for individuals with mobility challenges to navigate stairs with safety and independence.

How Much Is A Stairlift?

Many different circumstances can relate to the price of a stairlift. For instance, whether you have a straight or curved staircase, how long your staircase is or how intricate your staircase is – such as corners. So as for how much a stairlift costs, we cannot provide an exact number. However, we suggest you complete our quick quote form to get started on your stairlift purchase.

What is the difference between a curved stairlift and a straight stairlift?

A straight stairlift is fitted to a straight track, allowing you to move smoothly up and down your stairs in a single direction. A curved stairlift fitted to a curved track, designed to follow the curves and bends of your staircase. This type of track is custom made to your home, and because of this they are usually a little more expensive than a straight stairlift.

How much space does a stairlift take?

The space a stairlift takes up depends upon the make and model of the stairlift and also the layout of your home. Stairlifts vary in shape and size, and depending on the type of stairlift you choose you will need clearance space at the top and bottom of your stairs to accommodate the rail and allow for the user to get on and off the stairlift easily. Compact stairlifts take up less room than a stairlifts with standard dimensions.

How do I know if my staircase is wide enough for a stairlift?

Halton Stairlifts have a handy stairlift measuring guide to help you measure up your stairs. Or check out our video guide below for the best way to check the dimensions of your home.

Should I rent or buy a stairlift?

If you only need a stairlift for a short period of time, you may wish to consider renting a stairlift. Stairlift rental allows to pay an affordable monthly fee until you no longer require your stairlift. Stairlift hire is ideal for temporary installation to help with hospital discharge, when you are expected to make a full recovery in a few weeks, or for providing for guests with reduced mobility when they stay at your home. If you’re going to need a stairlift for more than a few weeks or months, we would suggest buying a stairlift. Our competitively priced stairlifts, allow you to own a stairlift and our finance terms allow you to spread payments interest free.

Are reconditioned stairlifts inferior quality to new stairlifts?

Reconditioned stairlifts are used stairlifts that have been restored and fully serviced ready for resale. Even though they’ve been pre-loved, they meet our high quality and safety standards. Reconditioned stairlifts provide a reliable and smooth ride equal to a brand new stairlift, and are often a cheaper alternative to new stairlifts.

Do stairlifts use a lot of electricity?

Stairlifts from Halton Stairlifts don’t use a lot of electricity. On average, a standard stairlift uses a small amount of electricity equivalent to a small television on standby.

How is a stairlift operated?

Stairlifts are battery powered. An energy efficient stairlift battery makes stairlift use more reliable in the event of a power cut. The battery powers a small motor connected to gears so the stairlift can move up and down the stairs. To move up and down the stairlift is operated by easy to use armrest controls and a remote control. If you want to know ‘how do stairlifts work?’, you can find out more on the Halton Stairlifts blog.

Stairlifts from Halton Stairlifts are very safe when used correctly by an individual who meets necessary physical, cognitive and health requirements. Stairlifts are manufactured and tested in line with strict safety standards, and lifts from Halton Stairlifts are installed by fully qualified and experienced engineers. Find more answers to the question ‘are stairlifts safe?’ on the Halton Stairlifts blog.

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The Halton Dual Rail Curved Stairlift uses the latest technology to provide the very best features – and it can be positioned on either the inside or outside of the staircase.

It runs on one of the tightest curved tracks on the market and is also one of the quietest rides, taking you smoothly and safely around your home.

A Quality Stairlift

It is built in the UK to the highest standards and with an emphasis on ease of use, reliability and comfort in mind. Every Halton Curved Stairlift system goes through a strict quality control process before it leaves the factory. This stringent attention to detail results in excellent build qualities which ensure there are no jerky movements.

The track is custom built to fit your staircase, and the Halton Curved is one of the slimmest stairlifts on the market when folded.

Battery powered

In common with all modern stairlifts the Halton Curved benefits from being battery powered – making it extremely quiet and ensuring that it will continue to work in a power cut.

Its features include a safety belt, an easy to use toggle switch, a lockable key switch and a remote control. The chair swivels at the top of the stairs to allow easy access to the landing.

Get to know the Halton Dual Rail Curved stairlift

The Platinum Curve stairlift offers you the ideal combination of function and comfort, letting you enjoy living in the home you love. Its innovative design means it can fit where other stairlifts cannot.

Tailor made for you and your home, there are several options that are configured to you and your comfort at the point of order, and installation. Here, we have detailed these and many other benefits, so you can be confident in your decision that the Curve is the right stairlift for you.

Comfort

Choices for an easy and comfortable stairlift

The Ergo Seat pad options are shaped to make sitting on the seat easy for the user, whatever size or shape
A lever linked footplate means no awkward bending to
fold up the footplate
Powered or manual lever swivel for easy exiting of the seat
Can accommodate up to 25st (160kg)

Halton Stairlifts Dual Rail Curved Stairlift Includes:

Installation, One 90 Degree Bend & Comprehensive Parts & Labour Warranty.

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Halton Stairlifts Colour Upgrade

Choose From Four Contemporary Colours To Match Your Homes Decor.

Cobalt Blue

Light Grey

Almond Beige

Ruby Red

Not every house is the same so why should your stairlift be? The key focus of our customers is the option to change the standard upholstery to complement the surroundings of their home so their stairlift will fit seamlessly into any décor.

Stairlift Features & Benefits

Our highly trained engineer will discuss the optional stairlift features on offer during a free initial consultation.

Swivel Seat – (Optional Powered)

Operated by easy-to-use levers on either side of the stairlift, allowing you to get on and off the chair with maximum ease.

Double Rail Technology

The double rail technology is the most tried and tested type of stairlift tracking within the industry, its slim design will blend into any homes décor. The advanced CAD drawn stairlift track gets the most ideal bespoke made to measure fit.

Battery Backup

Powers the stairlift and ensures a smooth controlled ride with its gentle start and stop feature. The Halton Style charges automatically when its parked at the top or bottom of the stairs.

Remote Controls

Allows you to call the stairlift from top to bottom, it is designed for when the stairlift used by two people.

Easy Use Joystick

The stairlift is controlled by an easy-to-use joystick that is located on either arm of the stairlift.

Reliability as Standard

The on-board computer diagnostic display lets the engineer know the status of the stairlift at all times.

Key Switch

Can be used to completely isolate the stairlift. It’s ideal for if children are around or installed in a public area.

Safety Protection Sensors

These are located on the carriage and footplate so that the stairlift will stop automatically if it meets any obstruction.

Retractable Seat Belt

Gives you added reassurance and safety, all of our stairlift come with a safety belt as standard.

Stairlift Options

We remain true to our guiding principles of quality and care.
Here are just a few of the features that set us apart.

Easy to use controls

Safety sensors

Lockable swivel seat

Slim fold-away design

Fits to the stairs, not the wall

Option to sit or stand

Comprehensive warranty

FREE no obligation quotation

Lockable on/off switch allows the user Swivel seat means no need for twisting to get on or off. Hinged Rail eliminates any problem you may have with obstruction to a doorway at the foot of the stairs. Folding seat and footrest allow full access to the staircase. Sit/Stand Stairlift gives the user the choice whether to sit or stand. Perch Stairlift is ideal for customers who may have trouble sitting or bending at the knee.

Technical Specifications

		mm	inch
A	Floor to bottom of footrest	54	2.1
B	Top of footrest to top of seat	494	19.4
C	Top of seat to top of arms	244	9.6
D	Top of arms to top of seat back	261	10.3
E	Overall height	1041	41.0
F	Length of footrest	329	13.0
G	Front of footrest to back of leg	65.1	25.6
H	Back of seat to back of leg	39	1.5
I	Width between armrest	541	21.3
J	Overall width	589	23.4
K	Width of footrest	290	11.4
L	Footrest offset	49	1.9
M	Folded footrest width	363	14.3
N	Newel post typical	90×90	3.5×3.5
O	Newel post typical	136	5.4
P	180 Bend on rail centre to centre typical	400	15.7
Q	Newel post to inside of rail	136	5.4
R	Bend radius on centre line (min)	200	7.9
S	Front of drop nose to first step (typical* 52 start)	300	11.8
T	Minimum swivel radius from wall	660	26.0
U	Seat to floor (on a horizontal run on)	589	23.2
V	Top of the footrest to floor (on a horizontal run on)	95	3.7
W	Centre of the tube to floor	140	5.5
X	Back of chain (inside) to wall (on a horizontal run on)	115	4.5
Y	Top of the footrest to floor (on a normal start)	58	2.0
Z	Armrest to 1st riser (typical* 52 start)	610	21.0

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*Tyical step 180mm height

Measurement are only a guide and subject to site and client survey