A luxury home lift is undoubtedly a unique addition to any home, beautifully bridging the gap between functionality and refined living. While once considered status symbols, home elevators have evolved into much more. Modern home elevators embody quiet, dignified luxury in any home—from sprawling estates to contemporary townhomes.
Discover and explore with us in this short article with RAM Elevators + Lifts, as we explore some of the top features found in our luxury home elevators. Since 1987, we’ve set the standard for residential and commercial mobility solutions throughout North America. At RAM, we dream big and build brilliantly. It’s our goal to make 10,000 buildings accessible by 2029.
#1: Zero Fluid or Grease Maintenance
Despite their popularity in the early days of modern elevators, hydraulic lifts have always had one pitfall: messy fluids. Over time, the hydraulic fluid from these lifts would naturally start to break down and deteriorate—leading to unpleasant smells. Fortunately, luxury home lifts have come a long way since then. Thanks to advancements in elevator research and development, many luxury home lifts no longer need to use hydraulic systems. Our RAM elevators are no exception, being built with an all-electric drive system that scores high on reliability and power savings.
#2: Robust Backup Safety Systems
Comfort isn’t only about appearance. It’s also about peace of mind. No one knows when power will go out. But with proactive backup systems in place, homeowners can rest assured knowing their loved ones can safety exit the elevator in the event of an outage. At RAM, our luxury lifts are designed with safety at the forefront. Every RAM elevator is built with a standard emergency backup system in place, including a manual handcrank and standby battery power. For even more support, two premium backup safety upgrades are also available.
#3: Sleek, Stunning Finishes
We can’t explore luxury home lifts without mentioning the hallmark of the experience: tailored customizations and finishes. Custom finishes allow you to personalize your elevator to your home’s interior style. From neutral, Scandinavian-inspired homes to bold, mid-century modern spaces—an elevator should ground your home seamlessly.
At RAM, we’re continually striving to make it even easier to customize your elevator, with a wide range of curated paints and finishes. One of our newest innovations is our powder coating paint line. This custom, ultra-durable paint is even more resistant to chips and cracks—and can be fully-tailored to your preferred colour.
#4: Smooth, Whisper-Quiet Riding
The saying, ‘A well-greased machine is a happy machine,’ may ring true for door hinges and wheel bearings. But when you invest in a luxury home lift with RAM, it doesn’t have to apply! For many traditional elevators, professional maintenance includes ensuring crucial components are lathered in grease. But fortunately, RAM’s Engineered Polymers allow elevator components to glide during motion seamlessly. The result? Smooth, bump-free rides every time, without grinding noises or greasy industrial smells.
#5: Energy Savings
While a luxury home lift is an investment, that doesn’t mean it needs to run up your energy bills. At RAM, the Fully Counter Balanced Traction Drive on the Crystal and Prism luxury elevators provides a smooth riding experience. Some elevators, like those with hydraulic systems, are power-intensive. A traction system, on the other hand, works using counterweights to balance the weight of the cab. This means that the elevator’s motors don’t need to work as hard, ultimately leading to power savings!
Blending Luxury with Dignified Accessibility
Luxury home lifts are about more than just stunning appearances. They’re also about exceptional features that enhance everyday living. Reach out to us today to request a quote, get in touch with one of our dealers, and get one step closer to building your dream luxury home lift.