The complete interior finish package of an elevator car comprising walls, ceiling, floor, lighting, handrails, and mirrors, designed to meet aesthetic, functional, hygiene, and durability requirements.
Full Definition
The elevator car interior is the passenger-facing component that defines the user experience. Key elements include: (1) Wall panels — typically stainless steel (brushed, mirror, or patterned), laminate, glass, or stone veneer; must be non-flammable or fire-retardant (Class B or better to EN 13501-1 in some jurisdictions); (2) Ceiling — can incorporate LED lighting, ventilation grilles, and decorative elements; EN 81-20 requires a minimum car interior height of 2.0 m and at least 1% of car floor area as ventilation opening; (3) Flooring — non-slip surface with ≤10 mm threshold difference to meet EN 81-70 accessibility; common materials include non-slip vinyl, natural stone, and metal plate; (4) Handrails — required by EN 81-70 accessible lifts: at height 0.90 m on rear and side walls; (5) Mirrors — typically on the rear wall to assist wheelchair users in manoeuvring; EN 81-70 recommends full-height rear mirror; (6) Emergency lighting — EN 81-20 minimum 1 lux for 1 hour on mains failure. The interior must be sized in accordance with rated load and EN 81-70 for accessible lifts, specifying minimum floor area and door clear opening dimensions.
