Polder LDR-3500RM Ultralight 3-Step Stool, 52.5" Tall, 24.5" Top Step, Aluminum

Polder Ultra light Aluminum 5-Step Ladder After having back surgery late last winter, and then falling through a very pricey, high end mail order catalog wooden designer ladder when putting Christmas decorations away, less than 60 days post op, I KNEW it was time to find a good, light weight, safe ladder, which wouldn't kill me. This ladder is IT!! I can lift this ladder with one hand, its that light weight. It sits solidly on all four feet, and has a perfect size step to it. If you are one of the many, who are height challenged, (I am 5'1"), and are always getting a ladder to do day to day home maintenance, I can assure you, you will love this ladder. This ladder is tall and won't fit under shelves for storage, but it has a very slim profile & still stores quite well. I have told all my family members that this ladder is "hands off" to them and is mine, and mine only. (Not as selfish as it sounds, but all my ladders eventually end up in the horse stables or the garage, filthy), and this ladder has a permanent place INSIDE my house. I also am an OSHA Outreach trainer for construction, so I did review the safety features of this ladder and found it to be more than adequately built for support when opened. (Of course, you must follow the weight limits for each ladder and all ladders are rated for load weight!) If you don't know the proper way to climb a ladder, then learn. It is always a three point connection, 2 hands, 1 foot, or 2 feet 1 hand when climbing. NO TOOL is ever completely safe if the owner/operator does not know how to use it correctly. Anyway, I really do love this ladder; it met all my requirements and then some, great price, (I paid 4 times as much for the high end mail order catalog ladder, plus the shipping) and is so very easy for me to use AND it allows me to take much better care of my back.

Bought this little gem 2 years ago and have been meaning to write this review.First the disclaimer: Nobody loves the idea of having to drag out a ladder to reach something they need. It would be great if everything could be stored just an arm's length away.But if you live in an apartment, you know that sometimes the only storage available is on upper shelves and high-mounted cabinets. What a pain to ever have to get something from those places...especially on an almost daily basis.For years I've used a folding step stool that pinched me every time I closed it back up. And the feet jut out too far, so that I trip over them on the way down. But you know how it is...you put up with stuff beyond being sick and tired.I finally wised up and into my life came this Polder 3-step aluminum ladder. I no longer put off or avoid altogether retrieving items from on high. I have that reflexive "ick" at first and then I remember how simple it has become for me to grab stuff from upper levels.The ladder is super light. I can carry it in one hand. I easily mounted it on a kitchen wall - just two jutting nails hold it up beautifully. It folds quite flat and is unobtrusive.I specifically chose it because of its very long handle. Even from the third step I can reach down and get some support from the handle. And I feel secure climbing it...no wobbles or teeters, very solid for such a lightweight.If I need a lightbulb or a container for leftovers, I whip the Polder off the wall, open it, climb, get said item, climb back down, fold and hang back on the wall all in a matter of 30 seconds. And I don't feel I've done anything strenuous. I'm enthused!So there you have it. Pick one up. You won't be sorry!

My mother is 87 and still gets around just fine. This ladder allows her to reach a whole bunch of shelves that were previously out of reach. It is SO lightweight that she can move it with ease. The U-shaped bar is a real safety/security feature. I highly recommend this Step Stool!

For me this is the perfect step stool. Yes there are lots to choose from that are less expensive, but what sealed the deal is the tall looped top of the ladder that allows me to hold it for additional stability. I like the fact that it is rounded and not square like some brands. Many of the competitors make ladders that look sort of like this but the design on this item has this loop sticking way up so even on top step you have something to hold on to. Also its all aluminum, strong but light weight. Great product.

This ladder arrived in 1 day, unexpectedly early. I unwrapped it, carried it inside, unfolded it and was up on the top step fixing a ceiling light in a matter of minutes. The special part of this ladder is the tall safety rail and its lightweight, not to mention its attractiveness. I am a senior with slightly wobbly legs, and immediately felt safe and comfortable on the top step. I did a lot of research before making this purchase and glad I did.

It's everything they say it is. Lightweight, easy to maneuver, portable and safe. At this price point I expected all those things. What I did not expect was the scraped off paint and gouge on the side. Yes, it's just a kitchen step stool, but it is a very expensive kitchen step stool. Very disappointing.

This is by far the lightest ladder in it's class and still rates a TYPE II rating with 225 pound capacity. At 7.5 pounds it is easy for anyone to move, it folds and unfolds easily and with the high loop handle is perfect for those who need something to hang on to. I rate this as a GREAT step ladder.The only mishap with my order was that on each metal step there is a thin plastic guard to cover the sharp edges and in shipment one of these got chipped. If it was made of super heavy plastic the ladder would weigh more and so it is kind of light. This in no way causes any problems and could have been eliminated if the ladder had shipped with cardboard wrapped around it instead of just a piece of plastic which offered zero bump / impact protection.The ladder is only rated for household use but does carry a TYPE II certification for 225# while most other household use rated ladders only carry the TYPE III or utility rating so this is a well made ladder made of tough and light weight aluminum alloy.You won't regret buying this ladder!

I was pleasantly surprised with the quality.. It has a nice finish.. Its s very light to pick up.. And i love that its handle is extra long so you still have something to hold on to when you climb the higest step.

Lightweight but sturdy enables me to reach almost to 9' ceiling. Very easy to open and put away with a slim profile while folded. Find feet grip hardwood well. Strongly recommend especially for everyday kitchen ladder

This is a great step ladder for my kitchen. The best feature of this is that it is so light in weight that I loved it. I recommend this to all those people who have cabinets up to the 10 feet ceiling in the kitchen.

Looks great and seems well made.

product came as described, very light,sturdy