Lay-Flat Porter Chair (Purchase)

Front angled view of the lay flat porter chair at maximum recline, the chair is flat all across with all the swing-away rests raised for support and structure.

Angled view of porter chair, no tilt, no recline. The arm/backrests are raised and the footplates are attached.

From: £1,996.00
(£2,395.20 incl. VAT)

Condition

New

Fleet

SKU: SALE-RNRPRTL Category: purchase Tags: Chair, SpecialC

Lay-Flat Porter Chair

Features

Promotes skin immersion and envelopment
Pressure redistribution
Ideal for acute, hospice and homecare environments
Ergonomic and practical for easy and safe manoeuvrability
Side-transfer compatible
Lockable castors with directional controls
Gas assisted tilt and leg recline
Optimal positioning and posture
Removable covers
PU Fabric

Lay-Flat Porter chair promotes skin immersion and envelopment

This Lay-Flat Porter Chair is a comfortable and supportive seating option. It is incredibly useful for those who may want to be moved from room to room, without the need to be transferred out of the chair. Its unique design promotes skin immersion and envelopment. This reduces and redistributes any pressure on the skins surface, reducing the risk of developing pressure sores. This is especially useful if sitting or lying down for prolonged periods of time.

Tilt, recline and true lay-flat positioning

This porter chair has tilt and recline features, and when fully reclined it offers a true flat lying position. This is very useful for achieving a bed-like position to help with fatigue. It also provides a relaxed position for the user. This lay-flat position also comes with SmartTilt, it intelligently manages the chairs position and ensures there is no unintentional head down Trendelenburg.

Generous leg lift for management of oedema

The gas operated tilt, recline and leg raiser allows you to change your seating position when using this supportive chair for extended periods of time. The generous 90° leg raiser assists in the management of lower limb oedema.

Integral Care Chair; compatible for side transfers

Our lay-flat porter chair, Integral Care Chair is also compatible for side transfers. This is thanks to the swing-away backrest wings and swing-away armrests. These incredibly useful features make personal care routines and the fitting of slings, for transfers, much easier. These tasks are made simpler for both the carer and the person sitting in the chair.

Creates skin microclimates and evenly redistributes pressure

There is a matrix of air flow chambers within this porter chair, to promote skin microclimates and to evenly redistribute pressure. The higher density outer of the backrest cushion aids and improves lumbar support. While the foam cores are moveable to create a customised position for you. The gentle contouring in the sacral region helps to achieve and maintain a midline posture and optimal positioning.

Treatment and management of pressure sores

Genuine Dartex PU fabric is well respected in the healthcare industry. This porter chair makes use of this fabric to maximise skin immersion and envelopment. This is very important for a supportive surface in the treatment and management of pressure injuries. Genuine Dartex’s 5 key characteristics:

The covers on this chair are easily removable to allow for correct cleaning or replacement, ensuring compliance with infection control requirements. So, you can be assured of cleanliness and hygiene when using this chair.

Lay-Flat Porter Chair; Ease of use for the carer and user

The ergonomic push handles and large lockable castors with direction control make pushing this chair safe and easy. The front directional castors make manoeuvring in a straight line, through long corridors much easier and safer. The combination of all the fantastic features makes this lay-flat porter chair an ideal choice for acute, hospice and homecare environments.

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair brings together clinical support and practical functionality, helping users remain comfortable while making care tasks simpler. A worthwhile investment for environments where comfort, mobility and pressure management are essential.

Products may vary us model and colour (unless specifically requested)

Seat Height:	65cm (25.59″)
Seat Depth:	56cm (22.04″)
Seat Width (Large)	50cm (19.65″)
Seat Width (Small)	41cm (16.14″)
Backrest Height	63cm (24.80″)
Overall Height	129cm (50.78″)
Overall Depth	69cm (27.16″)
Overall Width (Large)	70cm (27.55″)
Overall Width (Small)	61cm (24.01″)
Overall Length	120cm (47.24″)
Tilt Angle	20°
Leg Raise Angle	0-90°
Recline Angle	0-50°
Seat Weight Limit	140KG (22.04 stone)

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Condition of products to purchase

Our products that are available to purchase come in two categories:

New – Product is brand new and never been used.

Fleet – Product has been used but has been serviced and is in good condition. By choosing a Fleet product for your purchase you will benefit from a reduced purchase price.

Types of Delivery

Two delivery options are available for products purchased from us:

Standard Delivery – Your order will arrive with one of our delivery drivers between 8am-6pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), approximately 5-7 days after the order has been placed. You will be contacted by the office the day before your delivery is due to arrive with confirmation of a time slot.

It is important to note that with this type of delivery it is a “kerbside” delivery which means that the driver will unload your item(s) from the van but will not take the item into the property or set up the item. Some of the items can be very heavy and you may need to arrange assistance with moving and setting up the equipment once it has been delivered.

Our standard delivery service only applies to England and Wales. Areas outside of this may be available but would need to be discussed with our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 who will be able to provide a quote for this service.

Engineered Delivery – An engineered delivery includes a fully trained delivery driver delivering your products and will set up/assemble your product along with demonstrating how to use it correctly. Finally, any packaging is taken away so you don’t have to worry about disposal or recycling.

Our engineered delivery service only applies to England and Wales. Areas outside of this maybe available but would need to be discussed with our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 who will be able to provide a quote for this service.

Costs

There are two different costs associated with these types of deliveries:

Standard Delivery – Is free on all purchases above £40

Engineered Delivery – This cost is calculated based on the first part of the delivery postcode. By adding your chosen product to the basket at the beginning of the checkout process you will be able to access delivery cost and the delivery options that are available to you. There are set “standard” delivery days depending on your postcode, if these days are not convenient you have the option to select “other” day for delivery this includes same day, next day and weekend options. These are charged at a different rate to the standard delivery days.

Collection

We also offer collection from our premises if you would prefer. Collection is free of charge, but it does need to be arranged with our customer service team beforehand. Collection is available Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm (excluding bank holidays). Call our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 to arrange your collection slot.

If you decide to go ahead with collection, you will need to bring along two forms of I.D. We accept any of the following:

Passport
Driving Licence
A letter from the Department of Work and Pensions
Utility Bill
Bank Statement

VAT Disclaimer

If you are eligible to not pay VAT on your purchased item(s) we require a valid VAT Disclaimer form to be submitted within 7 days of your purchase, other the VAT will be charged for your order. If we then receive a valid VAT Disclaimer form and a VAT refund is authorised a £5 administration charge will be deducted to cover the time and cost for refunding the VAT.

Warranty

For new purchases we offer one years’ warranty

For fleet purchases we offer a three – month warranty. All powered fleet products are supplied with new batteries.

Terms and Conditions for Sale

To view our terms and conditions regarding purchases click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the Lay-Flat Porter Chair instead of a standard recliner or care chair?

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair provides specialist positioning, pressure care and transfer support features that are not usually available with standard recliner chairs. Its true lay-flat function, pressure redistribution technology, side transfer access and mobility features make it a suitable option for users with more complex care needs.

Can the Lay-Flat Porter Chair recline completely flat for sleeping or resting?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair can recline into a true flat lying position. This creates a bed-like surface for users who need to rest, sleep or change position throughout the day without transferring into a separate bed.

Is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair suitable for someone who spends most of the day sitting?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is designed for users who spend extended periods sitting or reclining. Its tilt, recline and lay-flat positioning options allow users to adjust their position throughout the day, helping improve comfort and support.

Is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair suitable for someone at risk of pressure sores?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is designed to support users who require pressure care management. The chair promotes skin immersion and envelopment, helping redistribute pressure across the body while providing a supportive surface for users at risk of developing pressure injuries.

How does the Lay-Flat Porter Chair help with pressure relief and skin protection?

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair supports pressure relief through its specialist cushioning, airflow chambers and Dartex PU fabric. These features work together to improve pressure redistribution, support skin microclimate control and help maintain comfort during prolonged periods of use.

Can the Lay-Flat Porter Chair make transfers easier for carers and users?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is designed to make transfers and personal care tasks easier. The swing-away armrests and swing-away backrest wings improve access from the side of the chair, helping carers position users more safely and comfortably.

Can the Lay-Flat Porter Chair be used with transfer equipment such as hoists?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair has been designed with manual handling requirements in mind. The transfer-friendly design allows easier access when fitting slings or carrying out assisted transfers using appropriate moving and handling equipment.

How does the Lay-Flat Porter Chair support users with leg swelling or oedema?

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair supports lower limb positioning with its generous leg lift function. The leg raiser allows the user's legs to be elevated, which can help improve comfort and support users who require assistance managing lower limb oedema.

Is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair suitable for hospice, care home and homecare environments?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is suitable for use across hospice, acute care, care home and homecare settings. Its combination of pressure care support, repositioning options and easy manoeuvrability makes it a practical choice for specialist seating requirements.

Is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair easy for carers to move between rooms?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is designed to be easily moved within care environments. The ergonomic push handles, large lockable castors and directional front castors help carers manoeuvre the chair safely between rooms and along corridors.

Is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair easy to clean and suitable for infection control requirements?

Yes, the Lay-Flat Porter Chair is designed to support hygiene and infection control standards. The removable Dartex PU covers allow easier cleaning and replacement, helping maintain a clean and suitable seating environment.

What positioning options are available on the Lay-Flat Porter Chair?

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair provides multiple positioning options to support comfort and care needs. Users can benefit from tilt, recline, true lay-flat positioning and leg elevation, allowing the chair to be adjusted for different activities such as sitting, resting and sleeping.

Who is the Lay-Flat Porter Chair best suited for?

The Lay-Flat Porter Chair is best suited for users who require specialist seating support, pressure management and easier repositioning. It is particularly suitable for people with reduced mobility, complex care needs or those who spend significant periods sitting or lying in a chair.