Lift It Lifts: Home Automation System Compatible
Sep/090
You may or may not realize, but you can use any of our lifts with most any programmable (all-in-one) IR remote you can find. And that’s a great feature to offer, we’re sure about it – BUT, that’s not all. Ever heard of an automated home system? You know, one of those things where you can operate pretty much every little thing in your house that runs on electricity with one remote control or touch screen pad? Stuff like this:
Companies like Crestron®, Control4®, AMX®, etc… These guys have the ability to automate audio, video, home theater, lighting, climate control, window shades, security systems… it shouldn’t come as a surprise then, that TV lifts can be controlled this way too. They use a remote or touch screen (or both) to accomplish this.
Sparking any ideas? Because really, you could do a lot with this. Walk into the room, press a button, TV appears and turns on automatically. Press another button, the shades go down. Another button, the lights dim. Thirsty? Another press of a button and a mini-bar lifts up for you, you can probably even child lock it to keep the children out. Just signed a big contract or won a lot of money and need to keep it safe? Press a button and your safe comes out. And that’s just a living room. What about a kitchen? A bedroom? By the pool?
Think about it.
(note: the images in this post are quoted from Crestron’s, Control4′s, and AMX’s websites and are used as examples of what companies like these can do)
Flip-Down Lifts: Recessed vs. Built-Down Installations
Aug/091
Our flip-down lifts are great space savers, and they can give your place a look similar to that of an in-home movie theatre as well. But what you may not know, is how they look once they’re installed and what your finish options are.
There are basically two sorts of ways that you can choose to install one of these lifts, and each way has it’s own benefits. Here we’ll tell you a little about each of these options and help you choose which method is right for you.
Option #1: Recessed Installations
A recessed installation is where the lift is built into the ceiling itself so that when the lift is closed, it appears as pretty much just another part of the ceiling. It can appear as unobtrusive as just a seam or line around the lift.
All of our flip-down lift are only 4.5″ deep, and with a TV, at most that will only increase to a maximum of 6″.
The benefit of this is mainly a savings in headroom in places like RVs, boats, or yachts where headroom can be at a premium. Also, some customers prefer the minimal effect this type of installation has on their decor.
Here’s an example of a recess style installation in an RV:
Option #2: Built-Down Installations
A built-down installation is where you build a box or a frame of molding on the ceiling around the lift. You can match the look of the room and even the style of molding to maximize the aesthetics of the room.
As we’ve said, all of our flip-down lift are only 4.5″ deep, and with a TV, at most that will only increase to a maximum of 6″. So the box or frame doesn’t need to be all that noticeable.
The main benefits of this option are that you won’t have to cut into your ceiling so it’s less of a worry in that regard, and then of course you’ll get the added distance down from the ceiling which may give you a better viewing angle.
Here are a couple examples of built-down style installations:
Take a look at our line of flip-down lifts, and choose the one that’s right for you:
FLP-310 – for 42″-55″ LCD or plasma TVs
FLP-210 – for 32″-42″ LCD or plasma TVs
FLP-110 – for 15″-32″ LCD or plasma TVs
If you need help making your selection, call our sales team at 1-877-543-8698 (toll free)
LiftMyTV.com Gets Dealer Linked
Aug/090
As you might have noticed, we’ve added a new feature to our website, one we think will have a lot of value to offer! DealerLink™ is designed to put you in touch with an authorized Lift It™ dealer in your area, from whom you can not only purchase any of our lifts, but take advantage of all the added benefits these local professionals have to offer. The benefits will vary form dealer to dealer of course. Some will specialize in custom home or future design or installation, others might sell RVs, boats, or yachts, still others might be a straight forward A/V outlet. Many of them though will have on-site sales staff that can show you the lifts up close and help you decide on the best lift installation solution to fit your needs.
As this post is being written, there’s only a relative few dealers signed on in comparison to the width and breadth of the United States. There’s a good chance we won’t have one in your area quite yet. In that case, you can always order from us direct until we’ve signed up a dealer in your neck of the woods. We’re already in the process of filling this map in though, as well as bringing in a few more dealers from elsewhere in the world.
When you click on DealerLink™, you’ll be taken to our interactive map. All you’ll have to do from there is choose your state and click to see if we’re linked in to your area.
Take a look for yourself, today! [DealerLink™]
If you’re a dealer reading this and would like to sign up, [go here].