Whether changing a light bulb or simply needing to grab an item from the top shelf, step stools provide the extra height necessary to reach what you need. Shop non-folding and folding step ladders for extra help, then find more resourceful home improvement solutions at Ace.
Folding Step Stools for Convenient Home Use
The design of your step stool helps to determine things like where you place it and how accessible it may be. When it comes to step stools, there are typically two designs: folding step stools and non-folding step stools.
- Folding Step Stool: These portable step stools easily and conveniently fold for easy storage after use. They tend to lock into place upon opening, and some collapsible step stool models have an added safety bar to help you keep your balance as you move up and down. They come in single-step and multi-step designs, with metal or plastic options available.
- Non-folding Step Stool: Typically featuring a single step, non-folding designs are great for kids. Use them for an added boost in the kitchen or office or help foster a sense of exploration with a kids’ step stool to slowly encourage independence.
Metal and Plastic Step Stools
Not all step stools are made the same, and what goes into making them matters just as much as how they’re made.
- Plastic Step Stool: Reliable and durable, plastic step stools are easy to clean and maintenance-free. Their lightweight designs make them great kids’ step stools.
- Metal Step Stool: Metal is heavier than plastic, but metal step stools are still lightweight and easily transportable. Steel or aluminum step stools are most common. A steel step stool is sturdier and has a higher weight capacity then aluminum. However, an aluminum step stool is easier to transport, is corrosion-resistant and typically more affordable.
High Weight Capacity Step Stool
It is important to adhere to the maximum weight limit. Choose a heavy-duty step stool to ensure it can carry your weight as well as the weight of whatever you’re carrying if you think it will see frequent use. Find step stools with weight capacities between 200 and 375 lbs.
Non-Slip Step Stool
Safety is of the highest priority, and the step stool you buy should ensure it’s as safe as possible before using. Make sure that your step stool has anti-skid protection for added safety to limit the possibility of it slipping out from under you.
Shop Step Stools for Sale at Ace Hardware
From a convenient kitchen step stool to reach the spice rack, to a heavy-duty step stool for the job site or your garage, Ace can help you find what you need. And if you’re looking for something larger for a more demanding job, our full-size, articulating or extension ladder selection is sure to have what you’re looking for, while our ladder accessories can make any job safer and more convenient.
Available from brands like Cosco and Little Giant, shop ladders at Ace and enjoy speedy delivery or free in-store pickup.
