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Curved stairlifts – the pros and cons

If your relative has mobility problems and needs help getting upstairs, they might need a curved stairlift. Curved stair lifts work with staircases featuring bends and corners, on spiral staircases or on staircases with several landings. Stairlift manufacturers custom-make curved stairlifts, as no two curved staircases are the same shape or dimension.

Your relative’s curved stairlift must precisely fit their staircase. Unfortunately, this unique process makes curved stair lifts more expensive than straight stairlifts, with the exact figure dependent on how curved the stairlift needs to be. A curved stairlift manufacturer will be able to give you an exact installation quote once they’ve measured up your staircase.

Curved stair-lifts have many advantages – not least that your relative will be able to stay in their own home – but there are some disadvantages, too. A curved stairlift can not be resold to another owner because they are uniquely built for each house. So your relative really has to consider whether they really need one – after all, a curved stairlift might cost £4,000 or more.

Because of the customisation issue, renting a curved stair lift or opting for a reconditioned one is not feasible, either. Maintenance and servicing of a curved stairlift are also more costly than for straight stairlifts.

On the plus side, curved stairlifts don’t detract from the elegance of a staircase and can be fitted on either side of the stairs. One of the most vital things is finding a stairlift manufacturer that will fit a stairlift that exactly matches your relative’s staircase measurements. Remember, if it’s not perfect for your relative’s staircase, then it won’t be perfect for anyone else’s either. This means they could lose £4,000 or more.

It’s best to find an impartial stairlift retailer who can help with all your curved stair lift questions. UK Stairlifts are experts on stair lifts. Call today for advice on a whole range of stairlifts from major manufacturers, on 0800 0807997. We are here from 6.30am until 11.30pm in the evening to answer your call.

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