Step Ladders

Step ladders are available in a number of heights and usually range from 3 treads to 12 treads, with some brands even offering 14 steps! Step ladder heights usually start at around 0.51m tall, with the tallest ranges reaching just under three metres. A platform step ladder at a height of 2.9m would allow the user to reach approximately 4.4m. If you're looking for a platform that is taller than 3m in height a warehouse step or mobile tower is potentially a better option as they are designed to have higher working heights and are built to allow users to work comfortably for longer a duration.

No, step ladders can't be leaned against walls, step ladders are manufactured with a self-supporting design, and therefore attempting to lean them against a wall can be dangerous and are not considered safe. The only exceptions to this rule are unique designs such as the Little Giant King Kombo and select ranges of combination ladders that can be used in multiple functions.

When it comes to ladders there are a number of manufacturers that take pride in manufacturing their step ladders in the UK. When purchasing step ladders manufactured in the UK, you aren't only supporting the UK economy and purchasing goods that are likely to have a lower carbon footprint but the quality of steps are typically of a higher, industrial strength quality.Manufacturers including Lyte and Climb-It are proud to produce step ladders made in the UK with EN131 Professionalcertifications.