A DIY Ladder, Industrial Ladder and Trade Ladder Walk Into a Bar - Which Would You Use?

Depending on your hobby or profession, there are a few variations of ladders that you can use. From basic platform steps, to double and triple ladders for industrial use or for trade use, there is a ladder purpose built to suit your needs.

Here are a few tips as to which ladder you need to get the job done:

DIY Ladder

You're not a professional but you dabble in a spot of DIY around the house and require a ladder in order to help you with your maintenance.

DIY ladders are usually smaller and made of light weight aluminium. They are easy to move, simple to assemble and can be stored away in a small space. They are also relatively cheap when compared to other, larger platform steps and ladders. If you are looking to buy a ladder for professional use then this isn't for you - purely for the domestic market.

Trade Ladder

A trade ladder is used by painters and decorators, window fitters, people working with guttering and trades people as the name suggests. They are more expensive than a DIY ladder but are worth the extra money. Youngman supply trade ladders, providing professionals with a sturdy, solid ladder that won't wear and tear. Available as larger double or triple ladders, they require more storage room, but generally those using ladders for commercial purposes are likely to have the available space.

Industrial Ladder

This type of ladder is real heavy duty. Industrial triple ladders are incredibly solid, heavy and resistant to wind, heat and whatever else is thrown at them. Used by industrial roofers, firemen and other heavy industries, these ladders usually require more than one person to transport them. Storage can sometimes be a problem, but a good combination ladder does the job required in a variety of exceptional situations.

Whichever ladder you decide to use, make sure you give yourself a safe, solid footing. Remember, when working at height, unless your ladder is secured to the wall, always have someone with you to keep a foot on the ladder and keep you safe.