Acorn Stairlifts
Acorn Stairlifts
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Acorn Stairlifts
At Acorn Stairlifts, our mission is to be the world’s best stairlift provider. Our British-built stairlifts fit to the stairs, not the wall, so there is no messy and disruptive structural work, or drilling into masonry and plaster.
All of Acorn’s stairlifts have been independently tested and certified to comply with the newest European safety standard for stairlifts. Our industry-leading innovations have helped win a string of awards, including the prestigious Ease-of-Use commendation from the Arthritis Foundation.
Straight Stairlift
A straight stairlift is the ultimate staircase solution, giving you the full use of the home you love. Blending seamlessly into your home, with a smooth start and stop mechanism, you can glide effortlessly up and down the stairs.
Continually developed, improved and refined over many years, the Acorn 130 is the direct descendant of our very first straight stairlift, the Acorn Superglide
Curved Stairlift
Designed from the ground-up for any curved staircase, this curved stairlift offers a comfortable and reliable ride. The advanced self-levelling carriage moves along the modular rail system, 
coming to a soft stop with ease.
With its low running costs, it even operates through a power cut. The sleek, smooth and modern rail system is unique to this stairlift. There is no waiting weeks to have an expensive rail made for your home. Utilising the FastTrack® system, it can be installed in a matter of days with no mess and no fuss.
Outdoor Stairlift
Do you have a steep drive that is difficult to walk up? Acorn Stairlifts do not need to be limited to your indoor stairs; our outdoor stairlifts are the perfect mobility aid to give you acc
ess to those outdoor spaces you love or have limited access to.
Our 130 outdoor stairlift comes with all the features that can be found on our straight stairlift. For extra protection, it comes with a weather resistant outdoor cover.
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FAQ
Stairlifts are extremely safe when installed by professionally competent persons. Acorn stairlifts are manufactured to the highest standard and all Acorn employed Engineers are trained to the highest standards.
Most Acorn stairlifts can be shortened, but this must be carried out by an Acorn approved Engineer, this will ensure safety and continued reliability of the product.
Related Questions Do stairlifts go around corners?
Stairlifts can go around corners. Stairlifts can be fitted to most stair configurations, speak to Acorn who can professionally advise the best solution for your staircase, whether this be a straight or curved stairlift, the best solution will be offered depending on your circumstances. Here at Acorn Stairlifts, we manufacture stairlifts to fit most staircase types, they can travel around corners, spiral staircase, and across landings. Our stairlifts can be designed for each individual staircase.
An Acorn stairlift doesn’t use a lot of electricity and typically uses the same amount of electricity as a small televison on stand by (Might add Kwh per year of curve 35kwh per year/straight 23Kwh per year.
Different models of stairlifts suit each persons needs, Acorn can assess your personal needs ensuring the right stairlift is fitted, this includes curve models, standing models, comfortable seated indoor or outdoor models.
Once you’ve decided to get a stairlift, the next step is choosing the correct model for you. This will depend whether your staircase is straight or curved. If you know somebody who owns a lift, have a chat with them. That way you will get an unbiased opinion. You then need to consider what is important to you, cost, reliability or brand name. Here at Acorn we manufacture, install and service all our lifts.
Your Acorn stairlift has been designed and manufactured to travel on a single rail track that is mounted to your staircase. This can be moved by a toggle on the chairs arm or by a remote control. There are three main components to our lift. The motor, battery and gear.
A stairlift’s speed is quite slow, traveling up to a maximum rated speed of 0.15 meters per second (0.34 mph) this ensures a safe, comfortable ride.
Typically an Acorn stairlift takes 1 to 2 hours to install, with more complex installations taking 4 to 5 hours. After installation the Engineer will guide you though the easy controls of an Acorn stairlift.
Related Questions How much does a curved stairlift cost? How much does it cost to install a stairlift?
The price of an Acorn Stairlift all depends on your own personal requirements and the configuration of your staircase. Each stairlift is tailor-made to fit our customers’ needs and requirements. Our trained surveyors can carry out an assessment and give you an accurate quotation.
Related Questions Is there a weight limit for stairlifts?
Acorn stairlifts can hold up to 159kg (25s) (350lb).
At Acorn stairlifts we aim to fit even the narrowest of staircases. Our Acorn 130 needs only 26 inches and Acorn 180 needs only 27.5 inches to ensure the customer can swivel around comfortably. One of our fully trained surveyors can assess your staircase to ensure a lift is possible.
Stairlifts are primarily used by people unable to get up and down the stairs. They can be used by people of all ages. Here at Acorn we also have the option for children to use our lifts. In these cases, a 5 point harness can be installed in replacement of the normal lap belt.
Related Questions Which stairlift is best?
Different models of stairlifts suit each person’s different needs, Acorn can assess your personal needs ensuring the right stairlift is fitted, this includes curve models, standing models, comfortable seated indoor or outdoor models.
Related Questions When was the stairlift invented?
There is a little confusion over who first invented the stairlift. It is believed that back in the 1920’s, the first stairlift was created by an entrepreneur called C. C. Crispin, who was from Pennsylvania, USA. His invention was called the Inclinator and it was engineered by him.
Servicing & Aftercare
Once you’ve discovered how an Acorn Stairlift can make your life so much easier, and how it helps you enjoy your home to the fullest, you’ll want to make sure it is always kept in good condition and full working order. That’s where our stairlift repairs and servicing come in.
Aftercare is a top priority for us here at Acorn. We want to make sure that all our stairlift users are 100% happy with our stairlifts. If, in the unlikely event there is a problem with your lift, our dedicated help desk is just a phone call away, 365 days a year. Plus we have a range of extended stairlift warranties available to suit any requirements.
Regular stairlift maintenance
Acorn Stairlifts have a well-earned reputation for reliability, but like any machine with moving parts they will benefit from regular routine maintenance. That’s why we recommend that your stairlift is serviced every 12 months by one of our skilled stairlift servicing technicians, to ensure its optimum trouble-free performance for many years to come.
Trustworthy stairlift service
We employ highly-trained service technicians based all over the UK who are dedicated to servicing and maintaining our customers’ stairlifts. To ensure that every Acorn employee who comes to your home is someone you and your family can trust, all our technicians are routinely checked and all carry identity cards.
Your stairlift priority attention
As well as ensuring your stairlift receives its recommended annual service, taking out an extended warranty will give you priority attention 365 days-a-year. It means that in the unlikely event of a breakdown, one of our technicians will attend to your home. The extended warranty also covers the cost of all callouts, parts and labour, with nothing more to pay.