For many decades, stair lifts were the only practical and cost-effective option for any homeowner who had limited mobility but wanted to stay in their much-loved family home.
Alternative solutions such as home elevators began becoming more widely accessible from the early 2000s onward, thanks to technological advances and greater focus on accessible living.
When it comes to mobility solutions and devices in your home, choosing the right system that ticks all the boxes can make all the difference.
Modern residential elevators can offer a plethora of benefits which traditional stair lifts simply cannot match, such as aesthetically appealing designs and advanced technology.
Below we’ve listed our top five reasons why we believe the modern home lift is light years ahead of the dated chair lift; meaning no more need for ‘chairs on stairs’:-
Level Access and Flat Floor Entry for Wheelchair Users
Independent access is a guarantee with home elevators; it’s a step-free option which is ideal for wheelchair users, or those with limited mobility.
Stair lifts often require physical effort, in order to get onto the seat, which can be a demanding or even impossible task for individuals without third party assistance.
An in-home elevator removes this barrier, allowing for complete independence and freedom when it comes to moving around your own home.
Spacious Cabin Design for Multiple Occupants or Items
Using a home elevator, you can take your everyday items on the go, including laundry, luggage, the vacuum cleaner or anything else that you want to use around the house, to your timescale and at your convenience, without waiting for help.
As stair lifts can be limiting in terms of space and are restricted to a single seat with one passenger, they are impractical for carrying additional items or squeezing anything (or anyone) else with you.
A residential elevator is a great way to bring any belongings with you with ease, making that trip upstairs significantly more relaxing and practical. You can also travel up with a loved one making this travel experience sociable as well as practical!
Smooth, Quiet Operation with Advanced Drive Systems
There’s nothing better than a calm home, so opting for a modern home elevator ensures peace and quiet in your space.
Unlike traditional stair lifts, which can create mechanical friction and unpleasant background noise – especially on older or curved staircases – a home lift operates without any disruptive rattling or bumping.
With a small motor discreetly located in the elevator lid and no need for a separate noisy machine room, a modern home lift, such as the residential elevator from Stiltz ensures a smooth, quiet ride from start to finish.
Enhanced Safety Features Including Backup Power and Sensors
Safety is a key component of using a elevator, and this is reinforced with intelligent features such as emergency stop functions, obstruction sensors, light curtains, as well as a battery backup in case of any power outages.
Stair lifts need regular servicing to remain safe and reliable. Parts can wear out over time and batteries need replacing, especially in older models.
Flexibility of Location
Traditional stair lifts can feature bulky track systems which quickly overwhelm smaller staircases and take up significant space, making it harder for guests and visitors to pass easily.
Home elevators are integrated in a way which allows your home to maintain its original appeal. Many Stiltz include a neutral colourway, plug straight into a domestic plug for power and operate on their own self-supporting stilts which lets beautiful natural light flood into any room uninterrupted.
Keep your staircase intact and choose to place your ‘plug and go’, slimline, modular, residential elevator almost anywhere – from hallway to master suite, cupboard to cupboard or even kitchen to child’s bedroom – the ultimate flexibility to suit your family’s precise needs.
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