Multi Function Ladders

[Dizzy_Maskell]

Guys,

Need a new set of multi function ladders ideally for stair work and a little platform, if i am hanging over stairs I don't begrudge extra few quid to avoid a cheap pair so I can keep my neck in one piece been recommended these any one used them or got experience cheers in advance
http://www.laddersalesdirect.co.uk/...innacle-3-rung-pro-adjustable-ladder-pal.html

 

[uksparks]

I looked at getting some of these, not got them yet, but think they are pretty good.

Little Giant Ladders UK - Little Giant Ladders Range

 

[uksparks]

multi function ladders

To go with your multi function tester...

 

[flowlec1]

I got the same ladder in b and q I think I paid £50 about but that was 10 years ago

 

[NDG Elecs]

Guys,

Need a new set of multi function ladders ideally for stair work and a little platform, if i am hanging over stairs I don't begrudge extra few quid to avoid a cheap pair so I can keep my neck in one piece been recommended these any one used them or got experience cheers in advance
Pinnacle 3-Rung Pro-Adjustable Ladder (PAL) | Ladder Sales Direct

Yep, get them mate. I had a pair of them for 6yrs until I left them in a back lane and they went walkies. Now have a similar pair but they have straight legs and a long straight bar across both ends. I hate them and want my old ones back! Don't fit in van nicely and the ends are too big and cumbersome in small areas. The ones in your link are spot on.

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Guys,

Need a new set of multi function ladders ideally for stair work and a little platform, if i am hanging over stairs I don't begrudge extra few quid to avoid a cheap pair so I can keep my neck in one piece been recommended these any one used them or got experience cheers in advance
http://www.laddersalesdirect.co.uk/...innacle-3-rung-pro-adjustable-ladder-pal.html

Yep, get them mate. I had a pair of them for 6yrs until I left them in a back lane and they went walkies. Now have a similar pair but they have straight legs and a long straight bar across both ends. I hate them and want my old ones back! Don't fit in van nicely and the ends are too big and cumbersome in small areas. The ones in your link are spot on.

 

[J@mes]

I have one of those multifunction ladders and to be honest it's not really that great on stairs. Works ok as a platform on level ground, but on stairs I didn't seem to gain much in the way of height.

I wanted to use mine this weekend to strip wallpaper, but in the end went with the normal ladder/plank combination to get a good height to work at.

Mine is also the one with the long bars across the bottom feet, which makes it quite cumbersome in smaller areas. Folding/unfolding was a pain in the rear.

I wouldn't recommend one, but perhaps others have had better luck with them.

 

[GLENNSPARK]

i hate these things.

awkward to unfold in restricted areas.

as has been mentioned here already they have feet on them that are obtrusive...and watch the Max. payload on them as well....as the ones i were on the other day were physically bending with me on them...lol..

the levers that operate the hinges can be a pain to use..

nope, i just dont like them at all...

there is a better way:

Platform scaffold ladder multi purpose combination extension ladders aluminium | eBay

 

[itselectric]

I agree with J@mes and Glennspark these are not great. I would go for the type Glennspark has suggested.

 

[GLENNSPARK]

I agree with J@mes and Glennspark these are not great. I would go for the type Glennspark has suggested.

well it stands to reason doesn`t it...

anything with hinges half way along (highest stress point)..isn`t going to be up to to much is it...

their allrite for DIYers and occasional use...you just lose too much time as well setting the damn things up...and they just dont feel `rite` when your on them..

no thanks..

 

[itselectric]

As has been said trying to set these things up in a confined space is a no go. I have a pair at home which I bought to decorate my staircase and ended using them as a straight ladder

 

[Megavolt]

These look good. Anyone got a set of these

Lyte Glassfibre Combination Ladder

 

[Richard Burns]

These ladders certainly have their place when you are trying to get to a difficult area, but they are not really suitable for general use; I also have the ones with the wide bar at the base and it is a nuisance.
However I have used it to good effect as a work platform, when I need to be just stood off from the wall a bit to get to somewhere (as opposed to using a ladder stand off), when I need the change from extension ladder to A frame without the weakness and when I do not have the length to get a normal ladder in the vehicle.
But to use them as a general use ladder is just too inconvenient, time taken to set up, take down and the size of the base all count against.

 

[HappyHippyDad]

I've had a pair for the last year and they suit me fine, however I do agree with the cons above.

The main benefit is they fold up so dont take too much room up in the van. I find them fairly light weight but sturdy.

They do have the straight bar running along at the bottom of the feet that I found a pain to start with, but I've got used to it and I like them now as they keep the ladder steady.

Like the others have said they can be a bit fiddly to unfold/fold up, especially in confined spaces, but again you get used to this. They might not be for everyone, but I really like them!

 

[fog]

Hi have had a little giant ladder they are superb if a bit heavy but very sturdy, you feel safe the hinge is very strong had mine over 7 years and love it.Its a 5 rung extendible just fits in my transit van folded up , standing up in van. they extend in lots of different ways have a platform you can buy and are great for stairs check out the above link to site watch the video, not that cheap but you only buy them once.

 

[Dizzy_Maskell]

Cheers for input guys mixed opinions I'll scower web and see