You'll need two measurements: floor-to-ceiling height and hatch opening size.
| Loft ladder | Ceiling height | Minimum hatch | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sliding 2 section | 2.13–2.67m | 35.7 x 56cm | 150kg |
| Sliding 3 section | 2.30–3.00m | 43.2 x 50.8cm | 150kg |
| Grand Sliding | 2.31–3.25m | 69 x 51cm | 150kg |
| Concertina 8ft / 9ft / 10ft | up to 2.44 / 2.74 / 3.05m | 45 x 57cm | 150kg |
| Concertina 11ft / 12ft | up to 3.35 / 3.66m | 45 x 60cm | 150kg |
| Deluxe Telescopic | 2.30–2.70m | 90.5 or 107.5 x 60cm | 150kg |
| Deluxe Wooden 1100mm | up to 2.8m | supplied with frame (1100 x 545 or 700mm) | 150kg |
| Deluxe Wooden 1300mm | up to 3.2m | supplied with frame (1300 x 545 or 700mm) | 150kg |
| Grand Wooden 1280mm | up to 2.8m | supplied with frame (1280 x 700mm) | 200kg |
| Grand Wooden 1380mm | up to 3.2m | supplied with frame (1380 x 700mm) | 200kg |
Quick guide
- Small hatch or tight budget: Sliding or Concertina. The Concertina takes up only 450mm of loft space above the hatch.
- Everyday use, more comfortable climb: Deluxe Wooden (80mm treads, insulated 36mm hatch door). The Grand Wooden is stronger (200kg) with extra-deep 140mm treads.
- Electric: Deluxe and Grand Wooden, and Grand Concertina, are also available with electric operation.
Wooden loft ladder details
- Deluxe Wooden: 1100 models have a 3.0m ladder, 25cm between treads and need 37cm clearance above the hatch (22–24kg). 1300 models have a 3.48m ladder, 29cm between treads and need 25cm clearance (32–35kg).
- Grand Wooden: 1280 has a 3.1m ladder (37kg), 1380 a 3.52m ladder (42kg). Needs 40cm clearance above the hatch.
Useful extras
Loft boards, loft legs (standard and XL), loft insulation, loft light, grab rail, balustrade, and Part L insulated loft hatches (including a 1-hour fire-rated version).