Polder Platform Ladder review.

[AMDin93103]

A few weeks ago I got really tired of the hand-me-down (wood) ladder I was using for detailing. I would be washing an SUV's roof, hands all wet and go to move the ladder a few feet and, yeooow. . . splinter after splinter. I went to OSH to check out what they had. I came across the Polder Platform Ladder and picked up the three step. OSH had it for $50 and the 2-step was like $10 less!

It folds up somewhat compact, about 3.5'x1'x6". The legs lock into place with two latches. The legs were a bit warped and it wobbled when I bought but a minute or two with a rubber mallet and it was all good.

A couple days later I got to try it out as I detailed a Yukon and it was great. While polishing the top I only had to move the Polder twice to work the entire roof. I was able to use pressure on the PC without feeling like I was going to lose my balance. I was able to reach about 2/3 across the roof with my hand.

I will be modifying it slightly to make it "detailing safe." I am going to add some safety sand paper tape to the steps and platform to make it less slippery and am trying to figure out a perimeter cushion in the event that it touches the vehicle. Mcmaster.com or something.

When I am done working the roof I use it as a table while detailing. All in all I think it is well worth the money (that I paid, not $100!) and it has really improved efficiency.

Grade: A-

 

[awd330]

That was a good find regarding the 3 step platform. I've been using a 2 step platform made by Gorilla ladder. The added height provided by a third step would be very useful. I'll keep the Polder brand in mind for future reference.

 

[Beemerboy]

Along with an extractor this spring this ladder is one that I plan on adding to my list, I'm going to get two so that I do not have to move them. Thanks for the review real helpful

 

[TDMAN]

Thanks for the review and the link. I knew about the gorilla but I was looking for the same type with an extra step. I searched all over the web for the same thing and there really isn't anything out there. I'm a big guy (6'1" 300lbs.), so I was looking for something maybe rated a little higher. I found this site called lobo systems and their product looks very durable and comprable to the Polder. However, I have a feeling that it is going to be very expensive. Oh well, guess I will just have to go on a diet. LOL! Thanks again.

 

[norahcrv]

Thanks for the review & info.
Can you use the full length of the platform? :dunno
In other words, if you're standing on one end of the platform, is there any tipping problem? :eek

 

[TDMAN]

Well, I finally got a price back on the "Lobo System", and it was only $560. Isn't that great? Just kidding! Made my decison to purchase the polder a lot easier.

 

[AMDin93103]

Thanks for the review & info.
Can you use the full length of the platform? :dunno
In other words, if you're standing on one end of the platform, is there any tipping problem? :eek

No real risk of tipping, the legs project out (length-wise) at about a 130 degree angle and extend about 2 inches on each side past the width. Using it on a driveways incline my be a different story.

TDMAN: I know its rated at 225 lbs but it is pretty well reinforced on the bottom so you might be able to get away with it at your own discretion. Pretty heavy duty feeling. For 10% the price of the other, it's worth a shot!

HTH.