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Platforms
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Curved track
stairlifts can be fitted on either side of the stairs, the
layout of your staircase will determine which is most
suitable. If you need a curved track stairlift you will need
to pay a deposit to the company that you are dealing with.
This will normally be about 30% of the cost of the lift. The
deposit is required because the company are committing
themselves to building a stairlift rail that will only fit
into your house. There is more information on deposits in our
sales advice section later on in the booklet. You should not
have to pay a large deposit if you order a standard
straight lift as these can usually be adapted to suit another
staircase.
Folding
Platforms
In certain circumstances it
is possible to fit a straight stairlift on stairs that have a
turn at the top. For example if you have a straight run of
stairs with three steps winding onto the landing. Or a
straight flight and a quarter landing with two more steps, a
folding platform stairlift could be the solution. A
straight stairlift is installed with extended legs, so the
footrest stops in line with the landing. A solid wooden
platform is then built around the footrest of the lift. This
platform can then be used to walk safely onto the landing. The
platform is hinged so that it can be folded back against the
wall to enable other people in the house to use the stairs. It
is also possible to have a powered platform so the user
doesn't have to bend to raise it. Please note that the folding
platform option is not suitable for everyone. If you are prone
to dizzy spells or feinting or if you have very poor mobility
this is not a viable option. Seek independent advice.
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