Ensuring you take your next step safely

Platform ladders with wheels (The ups and downs!)

Platform ladders differ slightly from standard ladders. They can benefit from having additional features. We discuss these further.

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Fibreglass and GRP scaffold towers. (Why use them?)

Fibreglass or GRP scaffold towers can be recognised by their yellow and blue colouring. We discuss why and when these types of towers are used.

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Steel Scaffold Towers (Why use them?)

Steel scaffold towers can offer a very competitively priced access solution over aluminium tower scaffolds. We look into them further.

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Step Ladder FAQ’s

In this article, we look into some frequently asked questions and explain them further.

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Aluminium ladders – The Facts!

Ladders and access equipment can made be made from several materials. We look at aluminium and what makes it good for ladders.

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Rope ladders (Ultimate uses!)

Rope ladders are one of the most fun ways to access places high up. We look into where they can go and explore them further.

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Trampoline ladder guide

Having a trampoline ladder or steps attached to your trampoline has many benefits. For many reasons, they may need replacing so we looked into it.

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Wood step ladders (What to look for!)

Wooden step ladders can still be found and be a viable alternative to metal versions. We talk about the pros, cons and what to look for.

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Step ladders with handrails (The advantages)

Having a set of step ladders that have additional handrails can afford many benefits. We discuss the advantages.

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Replacement Bunk bed ladders (What to look for!)

Bunk bed ladders come in different forms and are a useful, if not essential tool for accessing bunks. We discuss them further.

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Decorating platforms for stairs (Which one do you need?)

Stair ladders come in various types which all have different features. We discuss the most three most commonly used types to help you make your choice.

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Youngman Boards (Your essential guide)

Staging boards, very often referred to as Youngman boards in the construction industry have many uses. We discuss more about them.

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What is a MEWP? (Find out more!)

A MEWP is an acronym for Mobile Elevating Working Platform. In this article we outline more about MEWP’s, types of MEWP and MEWP training.

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Folding kitchen step stools (What should you go for?)

Small folding step stools are very often overlooked but can be a very useful addition to the home. We look into this and discuss it further.

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Ladder accessories (Look what’s out there!)

Many people purchase ladders without necessarily thinking about what accessories are available. We cover some examples that can increase safety and productivity.

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UK Ladder Classifications (Your complete guide)

The UK and European ladder standards and classifications have changed. In this article, we explain the changes!

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PASMA Training (Explained!)

PASMA stands for the Prefabricated Access Suppliers and Manufacturers Association. We explain who they are and what they do in the world of mobile access towers.

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Cleaning a caravan roof (Your access guide)

Caravan roofs can be tricky to access and their fragile nature means that they can’t be stood on. We discuss some access solutions to help you clean and maintain your caravan roof.

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Fibreglass Ladders (Why use them?)

Fibreglass ladders and step ladders are an essential addition to your access equipment when working with live electrics. We explain more in this article.

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Ladder Clamps (The essential roof rack accessory)

Ensuring that your ladders are secured properly to a roof rack is essential. In this article, we discuss the best ways to do this and why.

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How to reach your car roof box (3 great solutions!)

Reaching your vehicle roof box can sometimes be a real pain, damaging your vehicle and also being potentially dangerous. We have 3 solutions here!

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Combination Ladders (Possibly the only ladder you’ll need!)

A combination ladder is a lightweight aluminium ladder system that consists of several, hinged and lockable sections. This means that they are very versatile as they can manipulated into many forms to perfectly reach where you need to work.

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Builders trestles (Essential know how!)

What are builders trestles? Builders trestles are used by trades people and DIY enthusiasts to carry out at height. Builders trestles are rigid steel stands along with scaffold boards on which materials or people can be placed so they can work at height.  In this article, we will highlight some uses for builders trestles as […]

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Loft ladders – (What you need to know!)

Do you have a loft in your home and want to access it safely? Loft access solutions come in many types. We explain about these for you.

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Steps for dogs getting in cars (Access solutions for older pets)

At Best Ladder Access, we felt that ladder and step access was as important for older dogs as it is for us!
We looked into it!

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Podium Steps (Buyers guide)

Podium steps are often also known as podium towers or podium steps. The majority of these forms of access are made from aluminium and are used in construction or DIY situations.

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Mobile tower scaffold (Your guide)

A mobile tower scaffold is a lightweight proprietary designed and manufactured system that allows for fast, easy and convenient access to tasks at height by assembling and adding purpose made components.

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Hop up platform (Essential guide)

Hop ups or working platforms are generally small steps that have a solid top to stand on. The hop up or platform usually has foldable legs and locking mechanisms to prevent it from moving around or collapsing while standing on top of it.

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Ladder questions answered!

Some popular questions about ladder access and good practice answered!

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How to use a roof ladder (Essential guide)

A pitched roof ladder is a specially designed ladder with a hooked attachment that allows you to climb and access pitched roofs. It can simply slide up an aluminium extension ladder or get pulled up separately getting turned over so the hooked top section sits securely over the ridge line of a roof.

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Ladders for cutting hedges (Your choice guide)

Choosing the best ladder for cutting hedges can be a daunting task. There are so many different types of ladders to choose from and, they come in all shapes and sizes. If you’re looking for a way to save time and effort, then this blog post is just what you need!

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Cleaning conservatory roofs (Access guide)

A conservatory roof ladder is a specially designed two part or multi hinged ladder system that allows you to safely access normally inaccessible parts of a conservatory

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How to clean gutters (Equipment guide)

Cleaning your guttering is an essential home maintenance task as it prevents potential building defects from developing, like damp ingress and brickwork failure from frost.

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Telescopic Ladders (The perfect choice?)

Telescopic ladders are designed to extend from a short working height to an extended reach.The most popular type is the segmented design which comprises of several segments and extends by pulling out each section one at a time until it reaches full extension.

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Fire Escape Ladders for Velux windows (Plus a balcony essential)

Fire escape rope ladders are a fire escape solution that can be installed quickly to a window or balcony in the event of fire.

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Ladder Levellers (Making your access safer!)

A ladder leveller is basically a ladder accessory that can comprise of either simple heavy duty rubber matting sections or a more sophisticated purpose made adjustable metal accessory.

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Extendable Aluminium Ladders

Extendable ladders are ladders that slide inside each of its sections so they can be extended and retracted to various heights and help storage.

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Ladder Standoff Bracket (The essential ladder add on!)

A ladder standoff is a purpose made accessory for an extendable ladder. It is positioned at the upper part of the ladder and is used provide your extendable ladder with extra stability.

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How to use a ladder safely! (6 Top tips!)

The aim of this article is to give you an understanding of some of the requirements needed for your safety when selecting a particular type of common ladder.

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