Tag Archives: Stairlifts
Hints and tips on buying stairlifts
Posted on 26. Aug, 2010 by 5 Wheel Scooters.
Hints and tips on buying stairlifts
Stairlifts have been a godsend for quite some time for the elderly and disabled who have mobility problems. For those who have trouble getting around the house, stairlifts are a much more practical and cost-effective solution than moving into a bungalow. The other alternative is home adaptations, which can result [...]
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The 10 Key Steps to Buying a Stair Chair Lift – by Bob Harvey
Posted on 18. Sep, 2009 by 5 Wheel Scooters.
The 10 Key Steps to Buying Stairlifts
1) Determine if the stairlift user has the physical ability to be able to get into the seat of a stairlift.
2) Review your stair dimensions to confirm there is sufficient room to accommodate a stairlift
3) Determine if a straight stairlift will fit your needs or is a custom curved [...]
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Stair Lifts – Straight and Curved Rails – by Christian Dunnage
Posted on 16. Sep, 2009 by 5 Wheel Scooters.
There are two types of stairlift. Straight and curved. The first is designed for straight stairs. The footrest of the lift will normally stop level with the top stair. It may be possible to use a straight stairlift on some configurations of curved stairs.
The second, and generally far more expensive type, is a ‘made to [...]
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Disabled Stairlifts – by Service Feeds
Posted on 14. Aug, 2009 by 5 Wheel Scooters.
Choosing the Right Equipment Is Essential
The correct equipment will make a big difference to a disabled person in helping him or her to live independently in the home. Before buying a disabled stairlift, the disabled person is well advised to get advice from a specialist and to try out the equipment before purchasing it. It [...]
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The 10 Key Steps to Buying a Stair Chair Lift – by Bob Harvey
Posted on 16. Jul, 2009 by 5 Wheel Scooters.
The 10 Key Steps to Buying Stairlifts
1) Determine if the stairlift user has the physical ability to be able to get into the seat of a stairlift.
2) Review your stair dimensions to confirm there is sufficient room to accommodate a stairlift
3) Determine if a straight stairlift will fit your needs or is a custom curved [...]