Acorn Stair Lift

An Acorn stair lift is the perfect answer for anyone with mobility challenges. These amazing devices allow you to get up and down the stairs in your home without the hard walking. Think about this. So many people have been forced to leave the two-story homes they have lived in all their lives because they can no longer get up and down the steps. It can be heartbreaking to have to leave the home you love for any reason, but especially for this reason. But with an Acorn stair lift there's likely no reason to leave at all.

A stair lift can use either batteries or electricity. Often they work by a chair that is attached to the stairs on an aluminum track. But other models used a perch lift, which is simply a small platform. These are better for people with back or knee problems that might have trouble sitting down and getting back up.

The Acorn company has it's headquarters in Orlando, Florida, but operates worldwide with hundreds of employees. They started operation in 1992 by selling new and reconditioned lifts. The demand grew, and buying other people's products then reselling them just didn't provide them with enough lifts, so they started to make their own. And they went all out, pioneering some of the best innovations and engineering in the industry. As recently as a few years ago they were making over 30,000 units every year. Who knew the demand would be so high? And not just in the US but around the world. You'll find Acorn stair lifts in places like the UK, South America, Australia and all over Europe. The demand made them big, but their quality has made them a powerhouse that is the largest independent worldwide manufacturer.

Some of their innovations include the Acorn 140 which allows the rider to stand on a foot rest. It's the ideal solution for anyone with joint problems. Just hold on to the attached handles for added support and let the lift take you up or down the stairs. There's even a pad to lean on, meaning the user can put his or her weight on the pad rather than standing upright.

This perch lift is battery operated and has a battery that is constantly recharging. This means that if the power goes out, you can still go up and down the stairs.

Other models include the highly popular Acorn SuperGlide. And not matter what model you choose, you'll find it to be easy to use, safe, and needing very little maintenance. If you need a stair lift, consider getting an Acorn first.