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Useful DIY Tips And Information About Ladders

Here some DIY tips and information about ladders and how to use them safely that a home handyman will find useful.

Carrying

You should always carry a ladder upright.

Extending

For safety, when you extend a ladder, the sections need to overlap by at least a quarter of their length.

Safety

The base of a ladder should be about a quarter of its height away from the wall. This ensures that it is correctly balanced.

Stabilizers

Stabilizers are bolt-on accessories that help to prevent a ladder from slipping and are useful when the ground is uneven.