Ladder Type There are three types of attic ladders: wood, aluminum, and stainless steel. Homeowners will want to consider their design preference, budget, weight, and physical strength when choosing a ...

For as long as firefighters have been trying to reach the sky, there’s been a debate over which material is best for ladders to help them fight fire from above. Wood was the first material, followed ...

Dear Kristin: People most often use step ladders to get up into the attic, but they are not very sturdy — especially when you have your arms full of stuff. The opening through the ceiling is often too ...