by Alex | Feb 19, 2024 | Application Solutions
What is a ‘heavy duty loft ladder’? Anyone can say they offer a heavy duty loft ladder, but what does it really mean? In summary, here are the key things to look for: The ladder conforms to BS/EN 14975 Load rating of at least 200 kg per tread Good warranty...
by Alex | Jan 16, 2024 | Application Solutions
Choosing the best loft ladder What is the best loft ladder? The answer to this question is not straight forward. It will depend upon your specific needs. Therefore, a good place to start is by answering the following questions: How often do I need to access the loft?...
by Alex | Nov 15, 2023 | Application Solutions
It’s not always easy to find wide loft ladders… It is not the sort of feature that most loft ladder suppliers mention in their product headlines. While we do our best to make dimensional data available and easily accessible, it can be a hassle going...
by Alex | Oct 20, 2023 | Application Solutions
An uninsulated home loses considerable heat through the roof. Especially given the huge increase in electricity and gas prices, insulating your loft/attic could save you hundreds of pounds in energy costs. Furthermore, it is relatively quick and easy to do. However,...
by Alex | Aug 17, 2023 | Application Solutions
Taking the right steps to combat fire Why choose a fire rated loft hatch and ladder? A fire rated loft hatch and ladder provides safe and convenient access into a loft, plant room or onto a roof. Most importantly, it provides fire resistance when closed. The hatch can...
by Alex | Jul 12, 2023 | Application Solutions
Truss roof rafters and ceiling joists are typically spaced either 400mm, 450mm or 600mm apart. As such, this leaves a fairly small opening width for your loft hatch and ladder. However, there are still a variety of options to consider, which include both concertina...