Loft Ladders which one?

[Chrispy]

I need a loft ladder, I have to enlarge the opening into the loft so overall size isn't to important, the problem is that when not in use it will need to be housed on top of the door/flap as the cold water tank is right in front of the opening so there's no where for a ladder to slide to.

So has any one got any experiences with these, which to avoid and which are good etc. and of course where to get best value for the bucks!

 

[Hobbyshop]

I fitted one like this:
http://www.diy.com/nav/build/ladder...mplete-Loft-Access-Kit-H-111-x-W-55cm-9273865

Would happily recommend this style if you have the space for it.

 

[DeanN]

+1

I have the wickes version fitted in my house, and the b&q I fitted into my parents place a few weeks back. A good price at the moment too.

 

[oakfield]

I fitted one of these a few weeks ago and will be fitting another one in a couple of weeks time.
http://www.midlandladders.com/products/Youngman_ECO_S_Line_Wooden_Loft_Ladder-406-54.html

If fitting on your own, it's much easier to remove the ladder and the hatch and fit the frame first on its own.
Prop a couple of battens across the opening for it to sit on and adjust for any wind, level and square before fixing.

 

[mailee]

I have fitted a few of the Wickes/B&Q ones in the past and can recommend them. The ladder folds up onto the top of the door so doesn't need any extra space in the loft. The springs are good at supporting the weight of the door as it opens and it has a seal around the perimeter. I think they are on offer at the moment too. :wink:

 

[Chrispy]

Thanks for the recomendations, Looks like I have to go into a B&Q then (hope no one sees me)
And then I'll have to find another place to hide MY useful stuff from swmbo since the ladder is so she can get to the loft and investigate why I spend so much time there. #-o #-o