Hi - on this ladder, are the actual flat steps made of pastic, or is it metal? Concerned about the durability of plastic steps.
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They are plastic, but with a corrugated design. We live in FL where the sun takes a quick toll on plastics, and after two years, there is no apparent wear or fading.
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Hi there the flat steps are plastic. I've had mine for a year now and it's still in good shape.
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They are plastic. My 4 year old son, who is only 42 lbs stepped on it and it broke. It cut up his leg and he now has scars.
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Steps are plastic. Both my children weigh over 100 lbs. and we have had no problems with durability. Our ladder is at least 2.5 yrs old.
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It is mostly plastic. I wasn't very impressed. The only metal part was the dump bed. My grandson still loves it though and I guess that is all that matters.
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All the parts are there. It's a solid metal body. The ladder only goes two of the three flights up, the ladder deck has to be loosened to move and if you try raising the flights be careful of the smaller pieces on the ladder.
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metal and they are very good steps, we are older and need absolute security in a step and this one does that job.
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The wheels seem to be of sturdy hard plastic. I've drug it down steps fully loaded and it was fine.
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Both! The frame is a light weight anodized aluminum, with the steps being plastic and the top of the ladder having a plastic rubbery handle for easy grip pick up & toting over the shoulder! I 'm 5"1' and my husband is 6"1', so this ladder makes it perfect for the times he's not around for me and even better for the times he is around, he can reach the REALLY tall stuff! Very sturdily built!
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It's not particularly heavy. A lot of it is heavy duty plastic. Its well made and sturdy but not that heavy. I carry it up stairs easily but it probably isn't as light as some of those cheaper brands.
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It's a compound plastic that does not feel like plastic. Definitely not metal; but extraordinary as a planter. Wonderful aged look. I have 7 of the Ella's and I highly recommend them. Too boot you have the drainage/watering system as a bonus.
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I think it is a very good unit and heavy duty, saying it is heavy duty is and understatment..it weighs about 35 lbs. my wife has a hard time carying it up and down stairs and i find it to be very heavy also. But to answer your question about its durability i think it is made well and will last.
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Hi DorisI haven't tried using it on steps yet. I'll get back to you on that.
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Durable plastic stairs. I've walked on them and they are solid. Hope this helps!
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Yes, the metal is Stainless Steel on this ladder and the rungs are white plastic.
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Yes, it is made of plastic, but seems stong and is holding up well. Hope this helps.
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Everything appears to be metal. I was cautious about plastic units breaking, which is why I went with this one. So far, it has held up really well, and is very sturdy (and heavy). I could probably use it as a weapon in a pinch. :)
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the gray parts are metal, the buttons you step on are metal. the display part has some plastic on it. I'd say it's a 90% metal. Its pretty tough I'm positive it will hold up to any reasonable abuse you give it.
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Yes, it's really all metal. It's authentic old school. Even the knob in the back is metal. I'm pretty sure at least to top of the base is metal, the underside? Miiiight be plastic, but who cares?
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Mine was shipped with pneumatic tires and metal wheels. No plastic. Just buy it. I've used mine for hours on end with no issues. It is heavy. Going up stairs is a small chore.