Build A Step Ladder

Here s a free plan for a simple step stool from build something.

Build a step ladder.

To accommodate most household projects the werner 8 ft. Fit the ends of the 18 inch two by fours into one of the notched two by fours to form half the ladder. To with a duty rating of 250 lbs. Along one of the other 60 inch pieces mark the center line and cross the line at the centre point of each of the 5 steps.

We can extend the step ladder from 8 feet to 12 feet and we can do the same with the separate straight ladders. I made this wooden stepladder based on some plans i found online. Watch us build a ladder for our completely diy playset. How build a simple lean to ladder using common household tools and a pressure treated 2x4s.

Learn a quick and easy way to build a ladder. Make sure the rungs go all the way in and that the two 2 by 4 sides are parallel after all the rungs are in. If we need to climb higher than the ladder will permit we make a couple of quick adjustments and we have an extension ladder that is four feet higher than the regular piece of equipment. You can see an explanation of how i picked the spacing for my ladder steps in the video above.

Place the notched pieces face up across two sawhorses. Designed for safety and durability the ladder features slip resistant steps for secure comfortable standing as well as the edge bracing system that helps. It s a great design for kids and works perfectly in the kitchen letting them reach the counters and kitchen island. To build a small step ladder for grown ups i d stick with 11 to 13 spacing.

Paint or stain your ladder to protect it from the outdoor elements source. This was the first project i ve made u. With a duty rating of 250 lbs. Basically i measured the length of my sides and picked a spacing that didn t leave me with an awkwardly short or long top step.

Secure the rungs with deck screws. Included in the free plan are a step by step building list a tools list a materials list a parts cut list and extra tips. It has two steps and a straightforward design. Step 9 mark opposite sides.

Build the ladder on its side. Insert the rungs one at a time. To build the opposite side of the step ladder use the side you have created as a guide. I didn t follow the plans very closely my bolts and dimensions were different i just used the general layout of the stepladder as a guide.

Apply wood glue to the notches.