Want to make better use of your loft? Wish your attic were easier to access? Learn how to install a loft ladder with this easy-to-follow guide from Ladders UK Direct!

Pictured: Youngman Deluxe 2-Section Aluminium Loft Ladder

Please note that the correct installation method may vary from one product to the next. When you purchase your loft ladder, read the accompanying instructions carefully to ensure you don't install your ladder wrong.

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If you're self-quarantining right now because of the coronavirus (COVID-19), why not use this opportunity to do a bit of DIY around the house?

A lot of us are going to be stuck at home for the next few weeks, and with all the restaurants, bars, gyms and cinemas currently closed, you may well have a lot of free time on your hands right now.

But why spend those vacant hours in front of the TV when you could use them to do a spot of DIY? This lockdown is the perfect time to tackle all those odd jobs you've been putting off for months!

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Inspect your ladder around 2 to 4 times a year.

Falling from a ladder can lead to injury and even death, so it's important to ensure that your ladder is stable and free of defects before you use it.

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A ladder is a great way to complete low-risk, short-duration work at height. But before you go up that ladder, it's important to make sure that it's nice and stable - the last thing you want is a ladder that's going to slip outwards or sideways while you're at the top of it!

To help you stop your ladder from slipping, here are some tips from the experts here at Ladders UK Direct.

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^{Pictured: Professional Double Extension Ladder}

Here's our step-by-step guide to help you stay safe while using an extension ladder.

1. Minimise the load - only carry extra weight (e.g. tools, paints) up the ladder if you need them.
   
   
2. Don't over-reach while on the ladder - if you're struggling to reach, get off the ladder and reposition it.
   
   
3. Don't rush - work slowly and avoid taking risks
   
   
4. When possible, keep your hands free to grip the ladder - a tool belt is a good way to achieve this
   
   
5. Don't attempt to adjust or extend the ladder while you're on it!

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