The Three Most Common Types of Above Ground Pool Ladders and Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe three most common ladder types are a frame flip-up, a stainless steel ladder, and an easy step pool ladder. Each ladder is adjusted and anchored differently. Learn more about swimming pool ladders and how to install the different types of above ground pool ladders below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Frame Flip-Up Pool Ladder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n The frame flip-up ladder is easily adjusted to suit the desired height, making it especially convenient. The ladder has four parts at the bottom called \u201cextension boots,\u201d that appear as hard sleeves and slide over the ends of the ladder\u2019s legs once it is assembled. Depending on the height of your pool, the extension boots will be all the way on or not necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a flip-up ladder requires weight to keep it sturdy, you must fill the ladder with sand to increase its weight. To add sand to the ladder, flip the ladder upside down, remove the base of the bottom of the legs, and use a funnel to sift sand into each leg. You need a lot of sand to fill the ladder to ensure that the ladder remains sturdy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Stainless Steel In-Pool Ladder <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Stainless steel in-pool ladders offer height flexibility, have steps that contain deep treads, conform to fit the shape of your pool floor, and are a go-to for pool owners who have a deck. As a result, stainless steel in-pool ladders are extremely sturdy, sleek, and easy to clean. This type of ladder accommodates pools that stand between 48\u201d and 52\u201d tall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you assemble your stainless steel in-pool ladder, set it in the desired position relative to the deck and ensure that the base step rests flat on the pool floor. Make a note of where the top rails reach the deck and mark a spot on the handrail with a pencil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Using a small saw, drill a hole for each of the handrails through the deck\u2019s surface. Using deck flanges (these will often come with the ladder), secure the handrails to the deck and tighten the screws in the flanges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Easy Pool Step Ladder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n The easy pool step ladder is a no-brainer for pool owners whose primary concern is safety. If you have a child, a senior, someone with a disability, or a clumsy friend in your pool, prioritize safety above all else in ladder selection and installation. This ladder offers wide and slip-resistant steps to enter or exit the pool, as well as handrails on each side for assistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The pool step ladder accommodates pool heights between 48\u201d and 54\u201d tall, and the easy pool step ladder is easily adjustable to your desired height. As with the stainless steel in-pool ladder, the easy pool step ladder\u2019s anchoring process will ensure that the ladder conforms perfectly to your pool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Similar to a frame flip-up pool ladder, you need to fill the ladder with tons of sand. To pour the sand in, place the ladder in the desired position, move it left to right to ensure that air bubbles escape and water enters the steps, and pour sand into the side panel on the top step using a funnel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Next, secure the above ground pool ladder to the deck using mounting brackets. Slide the mounting brackets over the handrails, adjusting its height to be even with the deck. Proceed to screw the mounting brackets into the deck and ensure the ladder\u2019s sturdiness.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n