Plastering Stilts
63Plastering Stilts
Plastering stilts are a plasterer’s alternative to a ladder they can make the job easier to do not to mention quicker and in the plastering industry time is costly so it pays to do the job as quick as possible while of course keeping up the quality. With a ladder the workman has to get off the ladder move it along replace it in the appropriate space and then making sure it is steady carry on working this obviously takes some time and is why plastering stilts are such a good idea it basically makes the workman taller and so had no need for a ladder and can simply walk along reaching the spots of the wall that need plastering. Not forgetting ladders are a well known safety issue they can easily slip or fold causing damage or even worse injury many people believe stilts remove this danger as long as the workman is careful while using them, the same can be said for ladders however.
You get different sizes of stilts and depending on how high the plasterer needs to reach they will need a different set unfortunately the higher the pair of stilts the more they cost and many plasterers do not believe they are worth the cost and continue to use the traditional ladder. If you are a plasterer and want to know if they are a worthwhile product for you to buy then it could be an idea to go to a rental store and borrow a few just to give you an idea as to whether they are worth the outlay it will also allow you to work out which sizes would be best for you try to take your time in deciding otherwise you may end up buying a set that aren’t exactly what you want and regret your choice later down the line.
Getting the right price is important to most people out there and to get a good deal you will need to have a look at one of the larger suppliers if you can find a trade one then even better because they will normally have the cheapest prices due to the fact they buy in bulk. As with most things however the top quality brands and makes will cost slightly more but you may find it is worth the little extra cost because they will not wear out as quick and when a part does go you may be able to find a replacement without too much hassle and someone to repair it and in the long run it may even save you money because you will not have to keep replacing all the cheap plastering stilts.
If you can try them out before buying then you should because it will give you an idea of the movement that particular type allow as well as comfort. Remember you will be spending a lot of time in them so don’t want to feel uncomfortable at otherwise it will make your work seem to drag on longer than normal plastering stilts are everywhere just get out there and find a set that works well for you.






