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Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Certified to EN131 Suitable for trade and DIY applications Four section hinged ladder. Can also be used as a workbench Safe working height: 3.72m in leaning ladder mode, 2.47m in step ladder mode, 2.97m in stand-off ladder

Average Customer Rating: 4.79 out of 5 4.8 out of 5
19 of 19 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Solid multi-use ladder., 09 November 2008
By Cushie from Tyneside
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: versatile but solid

"The ladder feels steady in use. The hinges lock very positively when unfolding the ladder but pass the lock positions when returning to the storage position easing changes to the configuration."

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 2 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Multi-Purpose Ladder, 20 November 2008
By Burcho from London
Good Quality: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Value for money: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5

Pros: very compact when folded for storage.

"The ladder is easy to configure and is stable in each configuration.

But it is important to know that the description of the ladder states 2.47m in step ladder mode, which is misleading, as this is the safe working height based on someone 1.8m tall. In step ladder mode the actual height to the top run is approximately 1.6m high."


Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 3 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Fantastic Buy, 05 November 2008
By AJFitz from North London
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: versatile
Cons: heavy

"As a proffesional in the decorating trade these ladders solve many issues with regards to getting up to many different heights and spaces with the bonus of fitting in the boot of my estate car once folded down. May be seen to be a bit on the heavy side but are very strong and sturdy."

Expertise: Trade
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Review 4 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Good Stuff, 23 October 2008
By suggs from London
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"A good quality item delivered promptly. folds down small enough to go in the boot of the car. Very happy with this purchase."

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 5 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
20 October 2008
By Knighty
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I decided to but this ladder for my father , because he needed a ladder to paint our house - after using it, he said it was a very storng and stable ladder and really worth the money!
he might even buy one for himself!"


Expertise: Easy DIYer
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Review 6 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Very smart :-), 06 October 2008
By cokolwiek from Liverpool
Good Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I have bought the ladder few months ago and so had a chance to test it. Works great, folds/unfolds smoothly. Quality stuff!"

Expertise: Expert DIYer
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Review 7 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Strong and sturdy, 17 September 2008
By kscottsafc
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Strong heavy ladder which has lots of uses and is well worth the money!"

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 8 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
A Must -have around the house, 16 September 2008
By Izzi from Birmingham
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: go anywhere proper ladder, very stable and versatile
Cons: very stiff hinges/locks-but very safe

"I have just purchased this ladder, which was delivered next day. I was a little wary since I am a 5 foot female and thought it might be too heavy for me. No problem. This ladder is excellent: it is strong, stable without any wobbles and easy to set-up and foldaway. It is very compact if you take off the stabilisers: which only takes 2 mins. It is light enough to handle easily/carry around and folds into excellent step ladder; straight ladder: mini-steps: work bench: platform:(you need a plank)+ saw-horse.absolute must-have around the house: brilliant for garden work: hedge trimming and tree pruning.No escaping the decorating and gutter clearing now!. Make sure you grease the click-hinges well, because the springs are very stiff for ladies' fingers...but no problem for men! This is a really well designed and well made product.Recommended. Many thanks."

Expertise: Easy DIYer
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Review 9 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Multi Purpose Ladder, 11 September 2008
By Anonymous Reviewer from Lincolnshire
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"This ladder is fantastic. It is the best ladder that I have ever owned. It is the only ladder I need as i use it for all the different jobs in the home and garden"

Expertise: Expert DIYer
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Review 10 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder, 04 September 2008
By billder from battersea
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: versitaile compact and light
Cons: bolt on stabilisers are a bit wide for storage

"I purchased one for a 45quid special. This is a great ladder and can easily be used as a trestle for standing on with a board for painting higher up the wall.
Very versitaile, compact and light. Wish I had bought two.
The only Con is the bolt on stabilisers are a bit wide for storage. (you have to unbolt them)"


Expertise: Expert DIYer
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Review 11 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder, 03 September 2008
By NATA
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I’ve been using screwfix for a while and they have been great but exactly the same ladder Pro range cost twice more. That’s why I got two of these"

Expertise: Easy DIYer
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Review 12 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Fantastic ladder - VFM+++, 28 August 2008
By hedgie from Devon
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: superb value for money
Cons: can't think of one :-)

"Just received this ladder via Home Delivery and it is brilliant. Sturdy, good stable platform, on the heavy side which I regard as a plus. Can't imagine how I ever worked without it especially as I am not a fan of heights, but the outriggers make this so stable.

A GREAT WICKES PRODUCT AT A GREAT WICKES PRICE."


Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 13 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality Ladders, 24 August 2008
By BarryT from Stockport
Good Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value for money: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Pros: very sturdy, fits in boot easily
Cons: heavier than they look - but this could be a pro!

"These ladders are very sturdy and extremely good quality. They have an ingenious locking mechanism and are manufactured by Youngman. Purcahed them for £54.99 (with a £10 discount voucher) and had them delivered free of charge! They would be at least £99 elsewhere."

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 14 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
only medium ladder you will ever need, 30 July 2008
By kpipey from bradford

"bought this for use when decorating but never put it away always find a use brilliant ladder"

Expertise: Easy DIYer
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Review 15 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Sturdy and Safe, 08 July 2008
By bigbully from North West

Pros: safety piece of mind.

"This purchase was made with a open mind, due to having had problems with purchasing ladders beforehand, espcecially regarding safety.

I have to say though, i felt extremely safe on this ladder , even to the point where i almost forgot i was standing on it."


Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 16 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
terrific, 07 July 2008
By ossie from Taunton, Somerset

Cons: could be a bit lighter

"I checked out most other ladders in this category on the market before choosing this one.
I am painting exterior of house and I have used the ladder in all its different 'settings'.
I cut a scaffold board in half and placed it on the platform setting and works a treat.
In step ladder setting the two sides save me having to turn the ladder around all the time.
The two stabilizers combined with sturdy metal rame allow me to climb on to second highest rung to reach tricky areas without any wobble even when placed on gravel or uneven surface. The latches to unlock each segment are obviously durable and reassuringly firm. The other ladders I looked at were flimsy in comparison. All for £60."


Expertise: Trade
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Review 17 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Good value for money, 12 June 2008
By Paulie

Pros: light weight

"I've seen these types of ladders advertised on television and was always slightly sceptical on how they performed. I also always thought that the typical price they quoted of £99+ seemed high. So when I saw the price of this I thought I'd give it a go and if I wasn't happy I'd return it to Wickes. My doubts were unfounded, good quality, 'brand' name product, light and easy to assemble. Useful piece of kit."

Expertise: Easy DIYer
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Review 18 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Practical Space Savers, 31 May 2008
By Cookie from Oxfordshire

Pros: sturdy, easily stored
Cons: a little heavy

"The ladders are a lot more sturdy then they appear in the pictures, are easy to use and for those with limited space are ideal. Highly recommended and good value."

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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Review 19 for Professional Multi-Purpose Ladder

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Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Very good value, 25 April 2008
By silverfox from Worthing

Pros: compact for storage, sturdy, multi function
Cons: none really but click mechanisms are stiff

"This ladder is a lot sturdier than the picture suggests. Although Wickes branded it is made by Youngman. The folding/locking mechanism is very clever, and the ladder when folded will easily fit into the car, under stiars etc. The platform mode could be very useful, although I haven't tried it yet. As an extension ladder and step ladder it feels very secure."

Expertise: Moderate DIYer
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