The attic staircase unfolds to provide access to infrequently used spaces, such as garrets and lofts. When not in use, it folds up and out of the way, often into the space above the ceiling.
Folding staircases are usually used for occasional access to elevated interior spaces. Their reduced size and steepness make them awkward to use, but this inconvenience is outweighed by the savings in space and their infrequent use.
There are three common forms of attic steps.
- Telescopic stairs have an accordion-style extension mechanism and are usually made of aluminum.
- Sliding stairs have one or more segments, usually of wood or aluminum, which slide to the floor when opened.
- Folding stairs are made of two or more segments, usually of wood.
Choice will depend on available space, weight capacity, private or commercial use and, possibly, aesthetic aspects.
- Saves space
- Awkward to use
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Retractable sliding attic ladder in wood LWT FAKRO
The highly energy-efficient loft ladder LWT is recommended for energy-efficient construction which places great emphasis on the reduction of heat loss. This product is ideal for installation in areas where...
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Retractable folding attic ladder ADJ RINTAL
This is the simplest folding stair model. The flight "folds"...
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Retractable aluminium attic ladder ADJ MisterSTEP
ADJ is a practical retractable staircase in painted steel....
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Retractable sliding attic ladder in aluminium EL/OL2/OL3 Gorter
SAFETY LADDER, TÜV certified according to EN 131 Gorter® type: EL (single), OL2 (double) or OL3 ( triple) Ladder with two hooks on top to be hooked over a fixed step to safely enter and...
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Retractable sliding attic ladder in aluminium Staka Bouwproducten B.V.
Extension ladders are ideal for simple exit and entry through the roof access hatch to the roof for inspection and/or maintenance, for instance,...
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Retractable attic ladder for roof hatch (fire resistant) GM-4 ISOTEC WIPPRO
NEW! Thermic separated casing! Qualified for passive houses! NEW! additional standard sizes: 118 x 58 cm und 108 x 68 cm airtight lock gaskets and double-lip-casing 10 cm insulation in lower cover standard sizes fire resistant EI230 - with certifikate easy...
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Retractable folding attic ladder INTERIUM S.A.
InterSCALA manufactures indoor staircases of solid wood or combinations of wood, metal, stainless steel and glass. Our staircases are always made on order and are modified according to the needs of the site and customer requirements. After having taken the final measures on site, the company undertakes...
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Retractable sliding attic ladder in metal JOMY
# The sliding ladder is counterbalanced by counterweights in a post parallel to the ladder upright. On release, the ladder descends softly. Remounting the ladder afterwards...
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Retractable folding attic ladder FLEXA IDEALKIT
Interior metallic retractable folding staircase with frame, cover and...
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Retractable aluminium attic ladder RIENTRANTE ZENITH Mobirolo
Zenith is the most advanced technological évolution of aluminium pantograph rétractable...
