How to Install a Loft Ladder Safely
It is a well-known fact that loft ladders improve the value of your home, so many people that are thinking about selling their home are keen to get one installed in order to get a little more money from their house sale. For those homeowners staying put, installing a loft ladder is also a highly convenient addition. As let’s face it, climbing in and out of the loft without one can be a little scary and sometimes a dangerous task. But, should these homeowners install loft ladders themselves or should they seek a professional service? In our opinion installing loft ladders is a very difficult task and shouldn’t be left in [...]
The Biggest Idiot on a Ladder has Been Revealed
Every year the Ladder Association run a competition looking for the biggest idiot on a ladder. A strange competition we’re sure you would agree, but after a worrying amount of entries a winner has been selected and revealed to the British public. The competition encouraged the public to share photographs of people inappropriately using a ladder and putting themselves in danger. We guess the aim of the competition is to shame those people who are risking their lives or injury by acting inappropriately on a ladder, whilst highlight to other how ladders shouldn’t be used. Once the deadline had passed and all of the photos had been organised, the Ladder Association [...]
Ladder Idiots – Do Not Try This At Home!
In one of our recent posts we talked about the idiot on a ladder competition. If entries were accepted from outside of the UK, this latest video would be sure to take home first prize. The video which was recently published online shows that some tradespeople will go to literally any length in order to get the job done. In a nutshell, the video shows a workman fixing an air con unit whilst balancing on two rather long ladders that have been stacked on top of each other. And, as if that is not scary enough, the man can be seen swaying in the wind. The video is thought to have [...]
Fake Ladders – Do You Know What You Are Looking For?
In December, the BBC show Fake Britain focused on ladders. They explained that recently there had been a huge number of ladders that had been sold to the public that had been described as compliant with European and British standards. But, as with all counterfeit goods, these ladders did not. It is incredibly dangerous to use a fake ladder as they have often been poorly built, unregulated and often come with a number of risks. Anyone that uses a fake ladder could be risking their own health and safety and the safety of others. As we often mention, falls from ladders result in a number of deaths and accidents so it [...]
Benefits of Telescopic Ladders
Telescopic ladders can be used in a number of ways and are therefore considered a great investment. Not only are they easy to transport and store, this type of ladder is also regarded as highly safe, making it an ideal ladder for any users that feel nervous about working on ladders or at height. Originally designed for professionals, the practicality and ease of use has made this an appealing option for the average Joe too. For those that are thinking about making the investment, we have put together a list of benefits that you can expect when purchasing a telescopic ladder, so you can make a more informed purchasing decision. Telescopic [...]
The Superstition of Walking Under Ladders
As ladders have been around for such a long time, they have now become part of our folklore. Ladders as Symbols In our culture, ladders are used to symbolize going up. This might be used in ‘getting on the property ladder’ or ‘climbing the career ladder’. You may even hear it used in other ways such as being tied into climbing social class or going to Heaven. It’s also a strong superstition that people should not walk under a ladder. This is meant to bring bad luck. Egyptian Superstition In ancient times, priests would have ladders put into tombs for the deceased to use to climb to heaven. The Egyptians also [...]
Ladders: How and Why You Should be Checking Them
Many people have accidents on ladders, but there is no reason why an accident should happen. Like any other possible accident out there, the majority of accidents that happen on ladders can be prevented. For example, how many of you have inspected your ladder recently? If you have answered no, then you are not alone. Not many people would think about doing this, so we have put together a helpful guide to let you know; why you should inspect a ladder, when you should inspect a ladder and what you should check for. Firstly let’s start with why we inspect ladders. The reasons we inspect ladders is to ultimately prevent accidents. [...]
Upcycling Project Ideas – Ideas for Old Ladders
If you’re a fan of upcycling, or taking an old artefact and repurposing it or giving it a new lease of life with a makeover, then read on. We’ve got some excellent ideas on how you can upcycle a ladder. Garden Trellis Made out of Old Ladder It’s very easy to use an old ladder for a garden trellis or even an arbour. You won’t need many tools or extra materials. For example, if you have a 24ft extension ladder then you’re almost there. Split your ladder so that you have two pieces, each of 12ft long. Then cut one of the pieces into two, so that you have two 6ft [...]
Ladders and a Year of DIY Home Repair
With our ladders, you can do more. Not only can they enable you to use DIY to give you the opportunity of beautifying your living space, you can save money because you are maintaining the condition of your home. We’ve put together a checklist so that you know what to focus on no matter what time of the year it is. Spring The UK has always had a spring cleaning tradition and it’s in place for both cleanliness and health reasons. Our climate dictates that we have to close up our homes for winter, but the points below will give you a guideline on what to focus on now that warmer [...]
Cleaning and Maintaining High Ceilings with Combination Ladders
There's no doubt that high ceilings add a certain elegance and beauty to any home. They are characterful but they can also bring some challenges. For example, changing a light bulb can mean needing a step ladder that is up to the job. In fact, in these situations we would more likely recommend using one of our combination ladders. It's not until you need to do something at the top of your high ceilinged room that you become fully aware of the consequences of its height. You may need to dust the picture rail or attend to collected dust on the ornamental plasterwork. Without the right ladder, you've got a bit [...]
