What is a stair lift and how does it work?

A stair lift is a motorized chair on a track that is secured to your staircase with a few sturdy screws. With a ThyssenKrupp Access lift, there are no structural changes made to your home and the lift glides along stairs without marring walls. With a push of a button, you are gently and securely carried over stairs. When not in use, the lift folds compactly against the wall. At Access, your comfort and safety are our top priority. That's why all of our stairway lifts include a seat that swivels away from the stair, providing a safe and comfortable way to get on and off the lift. Our lifts are designed to ensure a smooth, comfortable ride that will let you confidently maintain your lifestyle and freely enjoy your whole house.

How much space does it use?

When not in use, the seat and footrest can be folded up, maximizing space on the stairway for others. It typically takes up about 14" when folded. When in use, it typically opens to about 25".

Will the stair lift work for someone who also uses a wheelchair?

Access lifts can be useful even for someone who has limited mobility. Convenience features built into some models include folding arms that push up and out of the way, adjustable seat heights, and soft, padded seats.

How will it look in my house?

Access offers the widest variety of colors and fabrics to choose from - so you're sure to find a look that blends with your décor. Upholstery options include easy-care vinyl and plush fabrics. Or, on select models, you may choose to send in some of your own fabric for a truly customized look that will perfectly match your current furnishings.

What about safety features?

All of ThyssenKrupp Access' stair lifts are engineered with multiple safety features for your peace of mind. Our multi-point safety system includes sensors that stop the lift if something blocks its path, a seatbelt for added security, and brakes that will stop the lift should something go wrong with the drive system. The swivel seats ensure an easier, safer transition from sitting to standing positions. And, the swivel seat locks your seat in place when it's swiveled away from the landing and ensure the seat swivels only at a landing and not during the ride. Add mechanisms that prevent the unit from traveling beyond the track, and you'll see a commitment to quality that ensures nothing will prevent a smooth ride. Even the controls are designed with your comfort in mind. Constant pressure controls make sure the lift will stop if you release your finger from the controls.

Is it easy to care for?

Yes! ThyssenKrupp Access stair lifts are easy to maintain and designed to last for years. In fact, we back each one with the best guarantee in the business - a full five-year drive train and two-year parts warranty. That's years longer than the industry average! It says something about our commitment to quality and your peace of mind. We recommend a preventive maintenance check every six months by your local dealer.
 

Testimonial - Stair Lift Made a Difference

We purchased the Excel stair lift in June, 2004 from your company and you installed it within two weeks. And the installation, I might add, went perfectly.

We have a multi-story home. I am 79 years old and live on one floor of the house while my daughter and her husband live on another floor. Needless to say, due to my age and my daughter's condition (she has multiple sclerosis), the stairs between our floors had become a significant challenge to our everyday lives. Prior to installing the stair lift, there were actually many days when my daughter and I would not visit with one another because it was simply too difficult, and too dangerous, for either one of us to even attempt to navigate the stairs without some type of assistance.

The stair lift turned out to be a very economical method of providing access to both floors of our home, as well as a method of ensuring the safety of my daughter and myself. It is comfortable, safe, quiet and dependable. Since it folds up closely against the wall, the stairs can still be easily navigated by anyone walking up and down, And with he ivory colored track (an option that we chose), the chair and the track fit in perfectly with the decor of our house. And, it is essentially maintenance free.

Besides safely transporting my daughter and I up and down, we also use the stair lift and the remote controls that come with it to transport groceries, laundry and even dinners between floors, eliminating the need for multiple trips up and down the stairs.

We have had the stair lift for two months now, and it has worked perfectly. I can honestly say that it is one purchase that has made a significant difference in the quality of life in our home. Everyone now has access to our whole house, and the stairs have become a non-issue with the installation of the stair lift.

Your product has made a difference. Thank you!

Agnes Masciarelli
Alpharetta, Georgia