Altrex

This category brings together double-sided stepladders designed for safe, stable work at height, whether you're a painter, paperhanger, moulding installer or a homeowner giving your interior a fresh look. The idea is simple: wide steps, a top platform and extra-wide stabilisers give you a comfortable footing so you stay balanced during long sessions on the ceiling or high up the wall. The tool tray and bucket hook leave one hand free for your roller, filling knife or cornice adhesive. You'll find them in professional workshops and in countless Belgian homes alike, for decorating as well as small maintenance jobs. To choose the right one, start with the ceiling height of your rooms and the type of work. To fit a ceiling rose, paint a ceiling or paste a length of wallpaper in a period townhouse with high ceilings, go for a model with more steps. For touch-ups, skirting boards or standard ceilings, a more compact model will be easier to handle and store. A double-sided design is also a real plus when two people work on site, or to avoid moving the stepladder every time you shift position. Finally, opt for an aluminium build if you often carry it from one job to the next: it stays lightweight without compromising on rigidity.