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28 February 20250Comments

The Future of Home Adaptations: Emerging Trends in Accessibility Design

Thankfully, accessibility is no longer merely an afterthought, ticked off by builders and businesses as a nod to meeting regulations. It has become something people proactively consider, not just in

by Lucinda Dawes

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21 February 20250Comments

The Benefits of Handrails for Stair Safety

Having a handrail on your staircases is not just an important consideration for high-traffic commercial buildings but is a simple improvement that can make stairs considerably safer in all environments.

by Lucinda Dawes

Adaptations Contractor vs General Builder

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7 February 20250Comments

Adaptations Contractor vs General Builder: What’s the Difference?

At the John Ford Group, we specialise in making home adaptations for accessibility and comfort, but what does that really mean? Are we actually a better choice than a general

by Lucinda Dawes

5 Most Important Home Modifications for Accessibility

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21 December 20240Comments

The 5 Most Important Home Modifications for Accessibility

Creating a comfortable and safe living environment for anyone with accessibility needs is key in making sure a home is a welcoming place to be. To be successful, it’s important

7 December 20240Comments

How to Adapt Your Home for Multi-Generational Living

Providing support for elderly relatives sometimes means living together in the same home, often meaning three generations of family are all part of the same household, with the middle adult

by Lucinda Dawes

Choosing the Right Grab Rails for Your Home

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21 November 20240Comments

Choosing the Right Grab Rails for Your Home

One of the simplest, yet most effective ways to provide additional accessibility in your home is through the use of grab rails. Grab rails (sometimes called ‘grab bars’) are an

14 November 20240Comments

The Importance Of Accessible Home Entrances

What good is a home if you can’t easily come and go? Accessible home entrances ensure occupants don't feel trapped by the rigmarole of arriving and leaving the home. While creating

by Lucinda Dawes

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28 September 20240Comments

The Impact of Colour Contrast in Accessible Design

Colour contrast isn’t something many people think about simply because, for many of us, the defining line where one colour ends and another begins is of little importance, but when

21 September 20240Comments

Adapting Your Home For Multiple Disabilities

Adapting your home to meet the needs of multiple disabilities can be complicated. It’s not just about making structural changes for accessibility, but about modifying the home to enhance quality of

by Lucinda Dawes

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7 September 20240Comments

The Importance of Lighting in Accessible Home Design

When you think of home adaptations, the mind quickly fills with ramps and bars for handholds; bathroom conversions and walk-in-showers; stairlifts or widening doorways - it doesn’t often leap to

by Lucinda Dawes

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