What makes a Tripod Ladder safer than a normal ladder?

Three is the magic number! Provided you can get your Tripod Ladder to stand up, it is impossible for all three feet not to be in firm contact with the ground, no matter how uneven your garden is. And because of the wide triangular footprint that the splayed legs create you are almost certain to remain within it and therefore prevent wobbling.

All of our Tripod Ladders come with a wide "Platform" step from which to work which safely supports the whole foot leaving the top 3ft of the ladder to lean against. It also allows you to tuck your knees in, increasing your stability and brace yourself against the inside of the verticals.

The result is a remarkable comfortable, safe and secure stance from which to work on almost any type of garden terrain.

The feet are also designed specifically for soft ground and greatly reduce the risk of slipping or sinking. Their width spreads the weight and inverted cup design "grips" the ground. For slippery surfaces they can be fitted with optional rubber shoes which also work well to protect flooring when used inside.

Having just three legs also allows for greater access in difficult areas which is why they are ideal for fruit picking and topiary work as well as pruning and light hedge trimming.

The whole ladder is aluminium and therefore surprisingly lightweight. This makes carrying, transporting and storing, a job for one person and makes using it the simplest of chores.

One adjustable leg for level and stable steps on moderately uneven or sloping terrain.

Uniquely, all Henchman Tripods include the 7" deep "Platform" rung for safety and comfort

Tuck your legs in, gain added support against your thighs, without hitting shins on rung above

Top rail for one-handed support whilst working; or for leaning against whilst using both hands

Wide, clawed feet are designed to "grab" soft ground and so prevent slipping or sudden sinking

The 3-leg 'milking stool' principle makes it impossible to wobble and extremely difficult to topple

Narrow top and third leg for access to tight awkwaard spaces.

Incredibly light for ease of carriage and storage

Rubber 'shoes' for added grip and no scratching inside or on hard slippery surfaces

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