Categories Outdoor & Independence Solutions

Wheelchair ramps Ireland

Have you been looking to buy wheelchair ramps in Ireland? Welcome to Irish Stairlifts. We are a leading company in the disability access market and have been established since 1999. With many years of experience in the industry we are able to provide a range of home assistance products to both homes and commercial premises across Ireland. If you have been looking for a reliable company to install wheelchair ramps in Ireland, make sure to get in touch with us today.

Here at Irish Stairlifts, we have a team of experts who are able to offer advice on the best products suited to your needs. If you are looking to make your premises more accessible for the disabled, we will be able to provide you with everything you need including ramps, stairlifts, public access lifts, mobility products, wetrooms, walk-in baths and much more. Just head over to our website for more information on our products and wheelchair ramps in Ireland.

Our wheelchair ramps in Ireland are built with health and safety in mind and conform to industry standards. They are built by fully qualified professionals and a brush-finished concrete mix is used so that the surface will be anti-slip and wheelchair compatible. Once your ramp has been created, we will add bespoke rails and edgings for added safety. The handrails are made of steel and are finished with an anti-rust paint in the colour of your choice.

If you have been looking for a company that deals with wheelchair ramps in Ireland, make sure to contact Irish Stairlifts today. Give us a call on 1850 88 5000 and speak to a member of our team. Alternatively, send us an email with your enquiry to showroom@irishstairlifts.ie and we will get back to you as soon as we can. If you have any questions or queries, do not hesitate to ask a member of our team; we are always more than happy to help.

Author ISBMobility Categories Outdoor & Independence Solutions
Categories Stairlifts & Home Lifts

Vertical home lift

Have you been searching for a company that can install a vertical home lift? Welcome to Irish Stairlifts. We were established 19 years ago and have helped hundreds of people across the whole of Ireland with their mobility needs. We are specialists when it comes to mobility access products and can help you to find the right ones to suit your needs most. If you have been looking to install a vertical home lift and would like a free quotation, get in touch today.

Here at Irish Stairlifts, we have a large team of advisors that can help you with each stage of the purchase and installation of your vertical home lift. All of our lifts are designed with safety, flexibility and independence in mind and can be installed into both homes and public areas such as offices and schools. We will offer an initial consultation where we will take measurements and can offer an accurate quotation. Rest assured, whether you are looking for a standing lift or a wheelchair compatible lift, we will have one to meet your requirements. For more information on our lifts, head over to our website.

Our most popular vertical home lift is the Wessex Thru Floor Lift which is available in six models to suit a wide range of applications. It features free standing tracks which gives a wider choice of lift locations, multi-handled doors and controls, safety edges, sensors for the descent/ascent, timer controlled lights, fire seal, grab handles and emergency backup systems.

If you have been looking to buy a vertical home lift, make sure to contact Irish Stairlifts today. Give us a call on 1850 88 5000 and speak to a member of our team. Alternatively, fill out the contact form on our website and leave your query. A member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Categories Stairlifts & Home Lifts

Vertical lift

Have you been looking to install a vertical lift into your home? We are Irish Stairlifts, a mobility access company based in Ireland. We are specialists when it comes to providing the elderly or disabled with products to assist them with their mobility. We have been established since 1999 and since then we have helped hundreds of people across Ireland to carry out adaptations within their home. To enquire about having a vertical lift fitted, get in touch today.

Here at Irish Stairlifts, we have a team of fully qualified and well experience professionals that can give you helpful information on how you could benefit from a vertical lift. We offer an all inclusive deal for a lift which includes the installation, testing and 24 month warranty on parts and labour. With all of our lifts, you are guaranteed complete safety and we offer an emergency call out service within 24 hours, whilst under warranty.

We have a range of models to choose from and our vertical lifts can be fitted to match your flooring, so it is unnoticeable. The advanced design of the Wessex Home Lift, our most sought after product, enables you to safely and comfortably move between the levels of your home. This lift features free standing tracks, milti-handed doors and controls, safety edges, sensors underneath the lift, controlled lights, integrated fire seal, grab handles and an emergency back up systems to lower the lift to the ground.

If you liked the look of our vertical lift, you may be interested in some of our other products such as wet rooms, shower rooms, stairlifts, ramps, mobility scooters, wheelchairs, walk-in baths, sitting aids and much more. Not only can we provide our services for domestic premises, but we can also work with commercial businesses to make their building more accessible for the disabled and elderly.

If you would like to enquire about having a vertical lift fitted, do not hesitate to get in touch today. Give us a call on 1850 88 5000 and speak to one of our advisors. Alternatively, send us an email to showroom@irishstairlifts.ie and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Author ISBMobility Categories Stairlifts & Home Lifts
Categories Seating Solutions

The History of Riser Recliners

The History of Riser Recliners

Have you ever wondered where the Riser Recliner chair came from?

Rise and recliner chairs have actually been in existence for over 150 years and have now become one of the most popular living room ideas to help older people remain independent.

How They Began

 

The history of chairs stretches back as far as to Ancient Egypt, with ornate chairs found in tombs and depicted in drawings. Chairs only became a common feature in the 16th century, but even then recliner chairs were still a number of years away.

The first ever recliner chair can be credited to the French, who developed a . The original reclining chair was a fantastic idea for those who wanted their furniture to have a number of uses; the camp cot could function as a chair, bed and even a chaise longue. It was comfortable, portable and durable, consisting of a steel frame and padded cushions and armrests. Whilst not owned by the famous Napoleon Bonaparte, the first ever recliner chair was owned by his nephew, Napoleon III.

 

The Morris Chair

 

The British were also experimenting with living room ideas. The Morris chair emerged in the 1860s, which had a hinged back that allowed the reclining chair to be adjusted. The Morris chair was hugely popular; songs were even written about it, including the 1919 hit ‘You’d Be Surprised’ by Irving Berlin.

 

The recliner chair really began to become more advanced in America. A patent on a wooden recliner chair was granted to Edward M. Knabush and his cousin Edwin J. Shoemaker in 1928, which resembles the design of the recliner chairs we see in homes today. The American cousins used orange crates to design a chair that they thought would help people to relax, the prototype being a slatted folding chair that could be used for sitting up or reclining backwards. Unlike the modern rise and recline chairs of today, the chair reclined when the user leant backwards.

 

 

The cousins then hired an upholsterer to add stuffing and upholster the chair, which they then named the ‘La-Z-Boy’. Built-in footrests were added a number of years later, pioneered by Barcaloungers, whose reclining chairs came with footrests in the 1940s.

The recliner chair was developed further and propelled into the spotlight in the 1960s by Daniel F. Caldemeyer, a furniture maker who had spent some time in the U.S. Air Force. Whilst footrests could be found on other chairs, it was Caldemeyer who developed the classic foot-lift rest. He designed the ‘rocket recliner’, which was reportedly based on the science of kinetics, and the chair gained popularity amongst homeowners across America and even caught the eye of NASA as a great living room idea.

Caldemeyer’s military experience won him approval from NASA, which led to the space agency using his design to make seats for the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo projects. The popularity of his rise and recline chairs did not stop there; the Secret Service reportedly bought 50 chairs for President Lyndon Baines Johnson for Christmas, with one currently on display in the Smithsonian.

 

Modern Riser Recliners

Since then, modern recliner chairs have become more luxurious, offering those with mobility difficulties a living room idea that is as supportive as it is comfortable. Today’s riser recliner chairs are powered by electricity and have a battery back-up so that it can be used if there is a power cut, and dual motors allow users to operate the headrest and footrest of the chair independently from each other. This allows the user to sit, recline or lie down in a much more comfortable fashion than with the original French camp cot.

 

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Author ISBMobility Categories Seating Solutions
Categories Stairlifts & Home Lifts

The Benefits of Servicing & Lubricating Your Stairlift

Just like any household equipment, your stairlift needs regular cleaning and maintenance to ensure it runs smoothly and lasts longer. Knowing how to care for your stairlift properly will help reduce breakdowns and keep it safe to use every day. Some tasks can be carried out by yourself or with the help of a friend or family member, while others are best left to a qualified stairlift engineer.

Cleaning Your Stairlift

A stairlift should be cleaned regularly to prevent dust and dirt from affecting its performance.

  • Seat and Carriage: Wipe down weekly with a dry cloth or feather duster. For stubborn dust, use a slightly damp cloth but always dry thoroughly afterwards.

  • Track: Lightly dust the track, but for more thorough cleaning, it’s best to ask a family member or professional technician.

  • Safety Tip: Always clean the stairlift when it is parked at the bottom of the stairs to avoid tripping hazards.

Lubricating the Track

The stairlift track should be lubricated every few months to keep the movement smooth and quiet.

  • Always turn off the stairlift before lubricating.

  • Start with a clean track—dust and residue should be wiped away using a damp cloth.

  • Apply a very small amount of stairlift-specific lubricant. Too much lubricant can cause rollers to slide instead of roll, creating safety issues.

  • Avoid lubricating the chain, as this can damage the mechanism.

Tip: If you experience finger or joint pain, ask a family member or a professional engineer to assist, as this process requires precision.

Listen to the sound of a stairlift before it is serviced and lubricated in the video below.

After Servicing & Lubricating Your Stairlift

Listen to the sound of the stairlift after it is serviced and lubricated in the video below.
It sounds a lot cleaner and smoother.

Lubricating the Track

The stairlift track should be lubricated every few months to keep the movement smooth and quiet.

  • Always turn off the stairlift before lubricating.

  • Start with a clean track—dust and residue should be wiped away using a damp cloth.

  • Apply a very small amount of stairlift-specific lubricant. Too much lubricant can cause rollers to slide instead of roll, creating safety issues.

  • Avoid lubricating the chain, as this can damage the mechanism.

Tip: If you experience finger or joint pain, ask a family member or a professional engineer to assist, as this process requires precision.

Why Servicing is Essential

Even with regular cleaning, stairlifts benefit from an annual professional service. A trained engineer can:

  • Carry out deep cleaning and correct lubrication

  • Spot worn or damaged parts early

  • Ensure safety features are working correctly

  • Prevent costly emergency repairs

Just like a car service, routine stairlift maintenance greatly reduces the risk of unexpected problems.

What Not to Do

One of the most common mistakes is using the wrong cleaning products.

  • Never use solvents, bleaches, or abrasive cleaners; they can damage delicate parts, reduce roller friction, and even cause the stairlift to shut down.

  • Only use soft, non-abrasive cloths and stairlift-safe cleaning solutions if needed.

  • Always refer to the manufacturer’s manual before attempting any maintenance.

Professional Stairlift Servicing in Ireland

A well-maintained stairlift ensures years of safe, reliable service. Regular cleaning, proper lubrication, and annual professional servicing will keep it running smoothly while giving you peace of mind.

👉 At Irish Stairlifts, we don’t just provide stairlift services — we offer complete mobility solutions to help you live comfortably and independently at home. From stairlifts, wet rooms, and through-floor lifts to ramps, rails, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and electric wheelchairs, our team is here to support every need.

👉 Call us today on 016167079 or 045 892696, or book online today.

Author ISBMobility Categories Stairlifts & Home Lifts
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