Garden Ladders: What's the Best Ladder for Gardening & Outdoor Use?

There are plenty of jobs to be done outside that might require the help of a ladder. But if you're using a ladder in your garden, you want to be sure that it's suitable for outdoor use.

Here at Ladders UK Direct, we sell a variety of ladders that are ideal for gardening and other outdoor tasks. Let's take a quick look at a few examples...

This fruit-picking tripod ladder is ideal for working on hedges, bushes and trees (you might even see tripod products like this referred to as 'hedge-trimming ladders'). It is designed to deliver good stability on soft ground, and it comes with an interchangeable ground spike for added security.

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This Pro-Deck 5 way platform ladder is an exceptionally versatile product that's superb for gardening (as well as decorating and a wide variety of other jobs). It can be transformed into 5 different configurations as needed - as the picture above shows, it can even be used on steps.

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The Werner 717 is a professional-quality stepladder that's suitable for both indoor and outdoor tasks. The platform is large enough for comfortable working, and since the ladder is made of fibreglass, it's safe for electrical work as well. Available with 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 or 12 rungs.

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When you're using a ladder in the garden, it may be a good idea to place it on a ladder mat (as pictured above) to reduce the risk of slipping. It also helps to ensure that your ladder won't sink into soft ground by distributing its weight more evenly.

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For more information on ladder security, read our blog on How to Stop Your Ladder from Slipping. If you need a garden ladder and you're not sure which of our products is the best fit for your requirements, feel free to contact us today.