The Dolphin Stair Lifts blog. For more information on any of our stairlifts please call us on 0800 9800 126.
Monday, December 05, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
The Handicare Freelift Elegance Stairlift Chair
The Handicare Elegance seat is now available for a small premium at point of order. The Elegance seat provides a more comfortable alternative to the Classic seat. Featuring soft foam padding and a stylish upholstery, the Elegance is a welcome addition to the Freelift Stairlifts range.
The chair is available as a manual or powered swivel and can also be fitted with seat to footrest linkage. Click the link for more information on Freelift Stairlifts or call us free in the UK on 0800 9800 126.
The chair is available as a manual or powered swivel and can also be fitted with seat to footrest linkage. Click the link for more information on Freelift Stairlifts or call us free in the UK on 0800 9800 126.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Stannah Stairlifts Heightened Seat Height
Stannah introduce 100mm & 150mm heightened seat options
We are pleased to introduce this option for the 260 Sarum and Saxon chairs. It has been designed to assist you in offering a better seating position for the user, whilst reducing the minimum staircase width requirement.
It is recommended for users between 5ft 5” and 6ft and for those with reduced knee movement. In some cases, the minimum staircase width can be reduced by 30mm - 50mm, depending on the user’s knee flexion.
This option is only available with a reduced seat.
This option is not compatible with a powered swivel seat.
Please take the height increase into account when calculating bulkhead clearances.
For more options please call Dolphin on 01276 856060.
We are pleased to introduce this option for the 260 Sarum and Saxon chairs. It has been designed to assist you in offering a better seating position for the user, whilst reducing the minimum staircase width requirement.
It is recommended for users between 5ft 5” and 6ft and for those with reduced knee movement. In some cases, the minimum staircase width can be reduced by 30mm - 50mm, depending on the user’s knee flexion.
This option is only available with a reduced seat.
This option is not compatible with a powered swivel seat.
Please take the height increase into account when calculating bulkhead clearances.
For more options please call Dolphin on 01276 856060.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Care Roadshows - Brighton
Care Roadshows are a series of events catered to all decision makers within the care sector. They bring together key industry experts with suppliers to create a stimulating and inspiring environment for all professionals within this evolving industry.
Dolphin Stairlifts will be exhibiting at the upcoming show in the Hilton Brighton Metropole on the 23rd of November between 10 am and 4pm.
For more details see http://www.careroadshows.co.uk/when-and-where.htm.
Dolphin Stairlifts will be exhibiting at the upcoming show in the Hilton Brighton Metropole on the 23rd of November between 10 am and 4pm.
For more details see http://www.careroadshows.co.uk/when-and-where.htm.
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Friday, October 28, 2011
Starla Stairlift Images
We have some new images of the Stannah Starla straight and curved stairlifts. The Starla has replaced the Sofia and Solus chairs as the premium model in the Stannah range.
Click the following link to see the entire range of Stannah stairlift products and a guide to prices.
Click the following link to see the entire range of Stannah stairlift products and a guide to prices.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Outdoor Stairlifts for curved stairs - Hawle Video
The Hawle is the only curved stairlift that can be used outdoors. Supplied and installed in the UK by Dolphin Stairlifts, the Hawle is German engineering at its best. Capable of carrying up to 150 kg the stairlift can be used on staircases with a gradient as steep as 75 degrees.
If you would like more information on the Hawle stairlift or if you would like to arrange a free no obligation quotation please call Dolphin on 0800 9800 126.
If you would like more information on the Hawle stairlift or if you would like to arrange a free no obligation quotation please call Dolphin on 0800 9800 126.
Thursday, October 06, 2011
New Outdoor Stairlift
The new HomeGlide outdoor stairlift is available to buy from Dolphin Stairlifts. The HomeGlide external stairlift is built to last and has excellent weather protection including a protected rack and pinion and rubber drive cover.
The stairlifts mainboard is treated and the chair comes with a protective cover to be used when the stairlift has been parked. For more information or to arrange a free quotation please call Dolphin on 0800 9800 126.
The stairlifts mainboard is treated and the chair comes with a protective cover to be used when the stairlift has been parked. For more information or to arrange a free quotation please call Dolphin on 0800 9800 126.
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
HomeGlide Basic Stairlift Video
The HomeGlide Stairlift, now available from Dolphin, is a straight stairlift with installed prices starting from £1395. You can see a video of the HomeGlide by clicking on the play button below.
The HomeGlide Extra Stairlift costs from £1995 installed, for more details on either product please call Dolphin on 0800 9800 126 or visit the Dolphin website.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Stannah Starla Stairlift for Curved Stairs
The new Stannah Starla Curved Stairlift is now available to buy from Dolphin Stairlifts with installed prices starting from £4195 including installation and up to 5 metres of rail. The Starla replaces the Sofia and Solus models and can be used on straight and curved stairs with the Stannah 420 and 260 rails respectively.
Fitted to the stairs not the wall
The Starla chair runs along slim, twin rails that are tailor-made to fit your stairs and ensure the tightest fit possible. The rail is also attached to the stairs, not to the wall, so installation is quick and clean.
Choice of colours to blend in with your décor
The widest selection of upholstery material is available in either modern leather or soft woven fabrics. Choose from a wide range of contemporary colours, so you can match the chair to your home's décor.
Easy to get on and off
Using the levers enables you to swivel the seat easily, making it simple to get off the chair. Alternatively, you can choose to have a powered swivel seat, which turns the chair to face the landing automatically.
No need to bend down to fold away chair
A powered footrest button helps with easy folding and is ideal if you have difficulty lifting your feet when getting onto the stairlift.
The position of the controls can be adjusted
The controls can be mounted on either the right or left arm, depending on your preference. Operate stairlift even when you’re not on it.
Remote controls allow you to control the stairlift without being on it
You can call the stairlift to you or send it to someone at the top or bottom of the staircase.
Stairlift won’t move until you’re safely seated
The unique seat-load sensor fitted to all Stannah Starla's ensures that your stairlift won't move until you're safely seated and ready to go.
Seatbelt can be fastened with one hand
The easy-to-use seatbelt has been developed with customers to ensure it meets their needs and can be fastened and unfastened with only one hand.
Stops automatically if it meets an obstruction
Safety edges on both the carriage and the footrest ensure the Starla stairlift stops gently but immediately if it encounters an obstruction on the stairs.
Stairlift can be immobilised
The control has a keyswitch which can completely immobilise the stairlift, ideal if children are around.
Easy-to-use controls
The control just requires your hand to move it left or right, depending on the direction you want to go, so it's easy to use, even for those with less able fingers.
If you would like further information or if you would like to arrange a formal quotation you can call Dolphin Stairlifts free on 0800 9800 126.
Fitted to the stairs not the wall
The Starla chair runs along slim, twin rails that are tailor-made to fit your stairs and ensure the tightest fit possible. The rail is also attached to the stairs, not to the wall, so installation is quick and clean.
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| Stannah 260 Starla Curved Stairlift |
Choice of colours to blend in with your décor
The widest selection of upholstery material is available in either modern leather or soft woven fabrics. Choose from a wide range of contemporary colours, so you can match the chair to your home's décor.
Easy to get on and off
Using the levers enables you to swivel the seat easily, making it simple to get off the chair. Alternatively, you can choose to have a powered swivel seat, which turns the chair to face the landing automatically.
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| Starla Curved Stairlift |
No need to bend down to fold away chair
A powered footrest button helps with easy folding and is ideal if you have difficulty lifting your feet when getting onto the stairlift.
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| Powered footrest Starla Stairlift |
The controls can be mounted on either the right or left arm, depending on your preference. Operate stairlift even when you’re not on it.
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| Starla arm controls |
Remote controls allow you to control the stairlift without being on it
You can call the stairlift to you or send it to someone at the top or bottom of the staircase.
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| Starla Remote Controls |
Stairlift won’t move until you’re safely seated
The unique seat-load sensor fitted to all Stannah Starla's ensures that your stairlift won't move until you're safely seated and ready to go.
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| Stairlift ascending stairs |
Seatbelt can be fastened with one hand
The easy-to-use seatbelt has been developed with customers to ensure it meets their needs and can be fastened and unfastened with only one hand.
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| Starla Seatbelt |
Stops automatically if it meets an obstruction
Safety edges on both the carriage and the footrest ensure the Starla stairlift stops gently but immediately if it encounters an obstruction on the stairs.
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| Starla Stairlift Safety Edges |
Stairlift can be immobilised
The control has a keyswitch which can completely immobilise the stairlift, ideal if children are around.
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| Stairlift Keyswitch |
Easy-to-use controls
The control just requires your hand to move it left or right, depending on the direction you want to go, so it's easy to use, even for those with less able fingers.
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| Intuitive Control |
Stannah Starla Stairlifts
The new Stannah Starla Stairlift is now available to buy from Dolphin Lifts with installed prices starting from £1995 for a standard straight lift. The Starla replaces the Sofia and Solus models and can be used on straight and curved stairs with the Stannah 420 and 260 rails respectively.
Fitted to the stairs not the wall
The Starla runs along a slim-line rail and is fitted to the stairs rather than the wall so installation is quick and clean.
Choice of colours to blend in with your décor
Choose from a wide range of contemporary colours, in either luxurious leather or soft woven fabric, so you can blend the chair to your home's décor.
Easy to get on and off
Using the levers enables you to swivel the seat easily, making it simple to get off the chair. Alternatively, you can choose to have a powered swivel seat, which turns the chair to face the landing automatically.
No need to bend down to fold away chair
A powered footrest button helps with easy folding and is ideal if you have difficulty lifting your feet when getting onto the stairlift.
The position of the controls can be adjusted
The controls can be mounted on either the right or left arm, depending on your preference.
Operate stairlift even when you’re not on it
A remote control allows you to control the stairlift without being on it. You can call the stairlift to you or send it to someone at the top or bottom of the staircase.
Stairlift won’t move until you’re safely seated
The unique seat-load sensor ensures that your stairlift won't move until you're safely seated and ready to go.
Seatbelt can be fastened with one hand
Our easy-to-use seatbelt has been developed with customers to ensure it meets their needs and can be fastened and unfastened with only one hand.
Stops automatically if it meets an obstruction
Safety edges on both the carriage and the footrest ensure the stairlift stops gently but immediately if it encounters an obstruction on the stairs.
Stairlift can be immobilised
The control has a keyswitch which can completely immobilise the stairlift, ideal if children are around.
Easy-to-use controls
The control just requires your hand to move it left or right, depending on the direction you want to go, so it's easy to use, even for those with less able fingers.
Please contact Dolphin on 0800 9800 126 if you would like more information or if you wish to arrange a formal quotation. Alternatively you can check the price of this and other stairlifts on our online Dolphin Stairlifts Prices Calculator.
Fitted to the stairs not the wall
The Starla runs along a slim-line rail and is fitted to the stairs rather than the wall so installation is quick and clean.
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| Starla fixed to the tread of the stairs |
Choice of colours to blend in with your décor
Choose from a wide range of contemporary colours, in either luxurious leather or soft woven fabric, so you can blend the chair to your home's décor.
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| Starla Upholstery Colours |
Easy to get on and off
Using the levers enables you to swivel the seat easily, making it simple to get off the chair. Alternatively, you can choose to have a powered swivel seat, which turns the chair to face the landing automatically.
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| Getting off a Starla Stairlift |
No need to bend down to fold away chair
A powered footrest button helps with easy folding and is ideal if you have difficulty lifting your feet when getting onto the stairlift.
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| No need to bend down |
The position of the controls can be adjusted
The controls can be mounted on either the right or left arm, depending on your preference.
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| Starla Controls |
Operate stairlift even when you’re not on it
A remote control allows you to control the stairlift without being on it. You can call the stairlift to you or send it to someone at the top or bottom of the staircase.
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| Starla Remote Controls |
Stairlift won’t move until you’re safely seated
The unique seat-load sensor ensures that your stairlift won't move until you're safely seated and ready to go.
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| Starla Seat Load Sensor |
Seatbelt can be fastened with one hand
Our easy-to-use seatbelt has been developed with customers to ensure it meets their needs and can be fastened and unfastened with only one hand.
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| Unique Seat Belt |
Stops automatically if it meets an obstruction
Safety edges on both the carriage and the footrest ensure the stairlift stops gently but immediately if it encounters an obstruction on the stairs.
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| Footrest Safety Edge Sensor |
Stairlift can be immobilised
The control has a keyswitch which can completely immobilise the stairlift, ideal if children are around.
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| Stairlift Keyswitch |
Easy-to-use controls
The control just requires your hand to move it left or right, depending on the direction you want to go, so it's easy to use, even for those with less able fingers.
Please contact Dolphin on 0800 9800 126 if you would like more information or if you wish to arrange a formal quotation. Alternatively you can check the price of this and other stairlifts on our online Dolphin Stairlifts Prices Calculator.
Friday, September 09, 2011
Stairlifts - Prices Calculator
Many stairlift companies are reluctant to let you know their prices until they can get a salesman into your home. At Dolphin Lifts you can check our stairlifts prices online.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Hawle Curved Stairlifts
The Hawle Curved stairlift is now available to buy in the UK from Dolphin Mobility.
The Hawle is quality German engineering at its best and can even be manufactured to work on external staircases, it is one of the only outdoor stairlifts available and in our opinion, definitely the best. For more information please contact Dolphin on 01276 856060.
The Hawle is quality German engineering at its best and can even be manufactured to work on external staircases, it is one of the only outdoor stairlifts available and in our opinion, definitely the best. For more information please contact Dolphin on 01276 856060.
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
Hinged Tracks for Straight Stairlifts
If there is a door or passageway at the bottom of the stairs then it is likely that you will need a folding track or hinged rail stairlift. This means that the bottom section of the rail can be folded out of the way when the lift is not being used.
A hinged track stairlift allows you to gain access to a door that would be blocked by a normal rail and also means that there is no tripping hazard if you have an open hallway downstairs.
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| Meditek Hinged Track |
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| Homeglide Hinged Track |
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| Stannah Hinged Track |
Friday, June 24, 2011
The New Stannah Starla Stairlift
The new Stannah Starla previewed at Naidex this year is the latest stairlift design from the world's best known stairlift manufacturer.
Links to brochures and dimensions can be found on the following pages of our website.
We expect the Stannah Starla to be available to the trade in the next few months at which point we will update the prices on the Stannah pages of our website.
Links to brochures and dimensions can be found on the following pages of our website.
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| Stannah Starla - Downstairs |
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| Stannah Starla - Armrest |
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| Stannah Starla - Curved Stairlift |
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| Stannah Starla - Harness |
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| Stannah Starla - Seat Belt |
We expect the Stannah Starla to be available to the trade in the next few months at which point we will update the prices on the Stannah pages of our website.
Dolphin Bathrooms to enter administration
News broke yesterday that the owner of Dolphin Bathrooms, private equity firm Homeform, plans to go into administration.
Dolphin Mobility and the other members of the Dolphin Stairlifts Group would like to make it absolutely clear that they have nothing to do with Dolphin Bathrooms or Homeform in any way, shape or form.
Dolphin Mobility and the other members of the Dolphin Stairlifts Group would like to make it absolutely clear that they have nothing to do with Dolphin Bathrooms or Homeform in any way, shape or form.
Wednesday, June 01, 2011
Meditek Stairlift with Bridging Platform
The following images show a straight Meditek Stairlift with a drop down bridging platform and a seat with a downside barrier arm.
For more information, please call Dolphin on 01276 856060 or click the following highlighted link for further details of the Meditek Stairlift range.
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| Meditek Stairlift with Loop / Barrier Arm |
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| Meditek Stairlift with dropdown platform |
Friday, April 15, 2011
Flow 2 Stairlifts for Curved Stairs
Below, we have more detailed images of Flow Stairlifts. The images give a good sense of the benefits of the Flow 2, showing the low rail height which can be achieved with certain layouts, as well as the neat finish around the bends.
Clcik the following link if you would like more information on the Access BDD stairlifts range or call Dolphin on 01276 856060.
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| A Flow Stairlift ascending |
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| Flow Stairlifts drop nose rail |
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| Flow Stairlift rail seen from above |
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| Flow Stairlift parked downstairs |
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| Flow Stairlift with 180 degree bend |
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| Using the flow stairlift |
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| Flow Stairlift joystick control |
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Flow Stairlifts for Curved Stairs
Dolphin are pleased to announce the addition of Flow Stairlifts for curved stairs to their product portfolio. If your staircase is very narrow, the Advanced Ride Monitoring System of the Flow's powered swivel feature turns the chair and footrest to clear the narrowest staircase sections. Theoretically it is possible to install the lift on a staircase as narrow as 61cm.
The Flow Stairlifts single rail system is one of the most technologically advanced on the market. The rail can be installed on either side of the stairs and is designed to stay as close to the staircase as possible. A drop nose (or droop nose) rail option is available if there is an obstruction, such as a door, at the bottom of the stairs.
Features and benefits of the Flow 2 include:
Clean and hassle free installation
2 remote controls
Choice of joystick controls
Choice of manual and powered swivel seats
Different rail colours available
Weight capacity of 125 kg (20 stone)
Automatic seat rotation whilst travelling
Can fit on very narrow staircases
If you would like more information or if you would like to make an appointment for a surveyor to visit your home, please call Dolphin Stairlifts on 0800 9800 126.
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| The Flow Stairlift viewed from above |
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| The Flow Stairlift in use |
The Flow Stairlifts single rail system is one of the most technologically advanced on the market. The rail can be installed on either side of the stairs and is designed to stay as close to the staircase as possible. A drop nose (or droop nose) rail option is available if there is an obstruction, such as a door, at the bottom of the stairs.
Features and benefits of the Flow 2 include:
Clean and hassle free installation
2 remote controls
Choice of joystick controls
Choice of manual and powered swivel seats
Different rail colours available
Weight capacity of 125 kg (20 stone)
Automatic seat rotation whilst travelling
Can fit on very narrow staircases
If you would like more information or if you would like to make an appointment for a surveyor to visit your home, please call Dolphin Stairlifts on 0800 9800 126.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
HomeGlide Stairlifts installed from only £1395
Dolphin Mobility are pleased to announce the addition of the Access BDD stairlift range to their product portfolio. Manufacturers of the Homeglide Stairlift and the Flow 2 Curved Stairlift, Access Business Development Division is a Division of ThyssenKrupp Access Ltd UK.
With an installed price of only £1395, the Homeglide is suitable for straight staircases only. Features and benefits of the HomeGlide include:
- Quick installation
- 2 remote controls
- On/off switch as standard
- Choice of manual and powered swivel stairlift seats
- Battery powered
- Seat to footrest link available
- Weight capacity of 138 kgs (21.5 stone)
- Built in soft start / stop
- Joystick seat controls
Friday, April 08, 2011
New Stannah Sofia Stairlifts installed from £2100
Dolphin Mobility can supply and install a straight Stannah Sofia stairlift from £2100 including a 2 year warranty.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
New Stannah Stairlifts Installed from £1695
If you live in the South East or North West of England Dolphin Mobility can install brand new Stannah Stairlifts for straight stairs from as little as £1695 including a 2 year warranty.
Other Dolphin branches may be able to match this price but you will have to check with your local branch. For more details please visit the Dolphin Stairlifts website or call us on 0800 9800 126.
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| Stannah Saxon 420 Stairlift |
Tuesday, March 01, 2011
Hawle Stairlifts for Curved Staircases
The Hawle HW10 Stairlift, now available in the UK from Dolphin Mobility, is suitable for installation on practically every type of curved or spiral staircase.
German engineering ensures peace of mind when installing the Hawle into public buildings and homes with particularly long staircases. The robustness of the product makes it suitable for heavy use and with regular maintenance the Hawle stairlift should last for several years.
An exceptional maximum angle of incline of 75 degrees is, as far as I know, unsurpassed in the stairlift industry and is testimony to the engineering excellence behind the product. Please visit our website for updated information on the Hawle Curved stairlift or call us on 0800 9800 126
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