We profile the recommended ladders. All prices are based on a survey in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch during April and May 2007.
120kg load rated models
Ability AB10004
- Price: $125
- Good points: Passed all the strength tests. Short stiff bracing for the "A" shape.
- But: Bracing arms stiff to use.
- Comment: Could be used double-sided but not labelled for this.
- Availability: Benchmark or Bunnings.
Butlers Extendable AXL1.8
- Price: $125
- Good points: Passed all the strength tests. Short stiff bracing for the A configuration.
- But: Only the bottom rungs braced to the stiles. Rivets holding feet pads stick out beyond the ladder.
- Comment: Labelled as double-sided ladder. From July 2007 the Butlers brand will be renamed Warrior.
- Availability: Hammer Hardware and Mitre 10
More than 120kg load rated models
Bailey Comet 6 Plus
- Price: $319
- Good points: Passed all the strength tests. Automatic locking system for the extended ladder with push-button release.
- Comment: Could be used double-sided but not labelled for this.
- Availability: Several hardware chains.
Gorilla DM006I
- Price: $269
- Good points: Passed all the strength tests. One-movement engagement of the two latches for the "A" shape. Two clips to hold extended ladder. Pre-drilled holes to attach a Gorilla stabiliser accessory when ladder extended.
- Comment: Labelled as double-sided ladder.
- Availability: Mitre 10.
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