Do Stairlifts Damage Your Stairs or Walls?
Here’s the truth: stairlifts are fitted to your stairs, not your walls, so there’s no drilling into plasterwork or structural work to worry about. It’s…
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Stairlifts for Narrow Stairs: What Your Options Are
There are various options available to fit a stairlift on a narrow staircase – in fact, at Kudos Stairlifts, our range covers 99% of staircases,…
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Will a Stairlift Fit My Stairs? A Simple Measuring Guide
Yes, a stairlift will fit most UK staircases, as long as the narrowest point is at least around 610mm or 24 inches wide; most stairs…
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What’s Actually Included in a Stairlift Quote? A Line-by-Line Guide
A proper stairlift quote should include the unit itself, a technical survey (if it is a curved stairlift), full installation, a demonstration for the user,…
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Reconditioned Stairlifts: What to Check Before You Buy
Reconditioned stairlifts are worth buying if they’ve been properly refurbished by a reputable supplier, safety-tested to current standards, and backed by a genuine warranty –…
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Renting vs Buying a Stairlift: Which Actually Works Out Cheaper?
Buying works out cheaper if you need a stairlift for more than about two and a half years, while renting is the more cost-effective choice…
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Do You Pay VAT on a Stairlift? Disability VAT Relief Explained
No – not if you’re chronically sick or disabled. You pay 0% VAT instead of the standard 20%, provided you meet HMRC’s eligibility criteria and…
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Disabled Facilities Grant for Stairlifts: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
You may qualify for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) for a stairlift if you or someone living in your home is disabled and needs adaptations…
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Can You Get a Stairlift on the NHS?
The short answer is no – you cannot get a stairlift directly through the NHS. However, you may be able to receive help towards the…
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Straight vs Curved Stairlifts: Why the Price Gap Is So Wide
The price gap for stairlifts is because a straight stairlift comes with a standard straight rail, often held in stock and cut to size for…
