Using a ladder may seem pretty straightforward but these useful tools are actually far more dangerous than you might think.

Dear Kristin: People most often use step ladders to get up into the attic, but they are not very sturdy — especially when you have your arms full of stuff. The opening through the ceiling is often too ...

Every household needs a step ladder. If you don’t own one, you probably stand on a chair regularly to grab hard-to-reach items in your home. This is inefficient as well as unsafe. Step ladders are ...

It's almost impossible to maintain a home without a ladder. Used incorrectly, however, even the sturdiest of ladders is an accident waiting to happen. Here are hints for surviving your next ascent.