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If you are looking to invest in a stairlift you may have already searched for the big names such as Stannah, Acorn & Dolphin. However, as with many things in life, today there are many other high quality manufacturers, some of which you may not even have heard of.
The market share of these bigger brand names has considerably reduced in recent years due to the arrival of superb competing brands with a much faster response time. This, most importantly, means an installation cannot only be completed within a few days from order (rather than weeks) but at a lower price. This applies importantly to curved systems which have previously taken several weeks.
But for those who still believe 'a stairlift is a Stannah' just like 'a vacuum cleaner is a Hoover' then please Contact us. A quote for a Stannah product, whether new or reconditioned can be arranged. We do however, urge people to consider the alternatives before making a decision.
Prices of stairlifts may be a concern of yours and we generally give a guide price of from £995 for a reconditioned or ex-demonstration straight stairlift model. For comparison a reconditioned or ex-demonstration curved stairlift model would start from £3450, which is considerably higher because each curved lift has to be made to measure for the different gradients of each step of the curved stairway.
Some more expensive lifts have a long list of optional extras like different upholstery types and colours for example, or options for a wooden trim which makes the stairlift similar in appearance to a contemporary lounge chair. Also if the lift requires a hinged end piece on the rail then that is another common factor that will affect the price of your lift, and is usually needed if there is a doorway right at the bottom of the stairs that might be obstructed by the stairlift track and chair. The hinged or sliding track option makes it so that there are no obstructions around the doorway area. Extra factors like these, whether cosmetic or a necessity will, of course, increase the cost.
Beware of many tempting low prices. As ever - caveat emptor (buyer beware) and remember that as brilliant as the facility of the web is, evidence can be found on it that the world is flat! Common sense (fortunately) existed long before the advances of technology.
Give us a call on 0800 007 5050, 8am to 10pm 7 days a week, and we can get you a no obligation quote or more than one quote for the right stairlift for your situation and staircase.
Minivator Stairlifts
The Minivator Stairlift can be installed where, sometimes, others cannot.
Secondly the Minivator has the option of an automatic retracting hinge at the bottom of the stairs. This is ideal as the most common type of house in the UK is the 3 bedroom semi-detached, which often has a stairway that ends right near the front door. The stairlift track would therefore run virtually right onto the welcome mat behind your door. With the Minivator retracting hinge this is different because after the stairlift is put into its parked position the bottom section of track will glide back up the stairs out of the way of the door, giving plenty of space for people coming in and out or going into the front room.
Currently these lifts can be purchased on 0%APR finance over one year. So if finances are a concern you can rest easy knowing that a high quality stairlift can now be installed, and be affordable for virtually everyone who wants one. Get in touch if you would like to get a brochure about one of these models or we can book you an appointment and take a look at the stairs at the same time to see what will be best.
With a 365 days a year 24 hour backup hotline you are always within easy reach of help should you need it. All of Castle Comfort's stair lift installations carry a year's guarantee at a minimum to give you peace of mind. Optional extended warranties can be purchased for all of the lifts we supply at a small additional charge. Why not join the thousands of people who have chosen a Minivator to help them "every step of the way. "
- Sleek and good looking design - a choice of 6 colours available to suit your decor
- Safe and Reliable - these lifts have been manufactured to exceed the UK standards
- Suitable for a wide range of stairs and users - their range is available up to 200kg
- Easy touch controls and optional armrest widths, automatic folding footplate and hinged track
- Quick and cost effective lift with dedicated backup
| Overall Width of Chair | 55-64*cm | 22-25 inches |
| Width Inside the Armrest | 46-56*cm | 18-22 inches |
| Overall depth (folded) | 36-43*cm | 14-17 inches |
| Seat Back height | 45cm | 18 inches |
* Extendable arm spacers/seat depth can be specified prior to order, to accommodate you exactly.
As well as indoor lifts there are also external or outdoor stairlifts available too, so you can access a garden or garage on a slope outside. In fact the myriad of choice of the models available might be a little confusing, so why not allow us to help you narrow down the options to the one that suits you best? Call us on 0800 007 5050 and we can arrange to visit the property to get an accurate measurement of the staircase(s) and also to find out what the needs of the stairlift user are, in order to gauge the right one for you, and the right one for your stairs.
Brooks Stairlifts (manufactured by Acorn)
The Brooks stairlift can be fitted in an hour
So why two identities? Effectively the Brooks brand is applied when obtaining a stairlift for a direct installation through a trade company like Castle Comfort. The latter, can be much more economical as often the services of a visiting agent are not necessary. However, this may not always be the case - as very often our manufacturers often have special offers on the table to attract business. Just Contact us for further details and advice just how to obtain the best possible deal in the UK.
The original Brooks stair lift company was started in the 1970's by a Daimler vehicle engineer called Fred Brooks, who had invented his model of a lift for his stairs to help his wife climb up them more easily, as she was suffering with arthritis. Updating and improving his design as time went on, the demand for his invention outstripped supply with people hearing about its benefits from health practitioners and through word of mouth.
- Economical to buy and to run - costs just pennies per day.
- Slim line design - it's unobtrusive on the stairs.
- Strong and stable - it's rated up to 20 stone (127kg).
- Easy to use controls on the lift and with remote controls too.
- Fitted in less than an hour.
| Overall Width of Chair | 56cm | 22 inches |
| Width Inside the Armrest | 44.5cm | 17.5 inches |
| Width of the backrest | 37cm | 14.5 inches |
| Depth of the seat | 41cm | 16 inches |
| Top of footrest to top of the seat | 44.5cm | 17.5 inches |
| Required Space from bottom of stair | 66cm | 26 inches |
| Wall to seat height | 4cm | 1.5 inches |
| Overall height of seat | 49.5cm | 19.5 inches |
| Overall height | 102cm | 40 inches |
| Footrest surface to floor | 11.5cm | 4.5 inches |
| Overall depth (folded) | 32.5cm | 13 inches |
| Overall depth (footrest down) | 58.5cm | 23 inches |
Download the Brooks Stairlifts Brochure here
The Brooks, or Acorn Stairlift, has a slimline design.
Just call us on 0800 007 5050, 8am to 10pm 7 days a week, to book a survey or to order a brochure
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