If we add a deck later on, could we detach the ladder and still use the steps going into the pool?
1363695
Hi,You can detach the outside legs and use the mounting brackets that come with the ladder to mount it to the deck.
1363696
Yes. You may have to attach the railings to the deck, but that shouldn't be too big of a problem. I actually reversed my steps. The ladder is inside the pool and the steps are outside. We found it safer.
932275
There was no order form for anything like that with mine. However, the ladder needs to be mounted up against the pool so if you are mounting to a deck then the deck surface acts as a seat or base.
1921350
There are 2 ladders and both can be left out.They are not structurally needed
1449635
No. The seat must stay attached for functionality. It would not be safe to use the ladder alone. They have little 2 step stools for potty training out there.
2118438
My deck is flush with the top flat metal rim of the pool. So, these steps go in the pool, but attach to the top flat rim of the pool (not the deck). If the deck was higher and slightly over the rim of the pool, then I imagine they would need to be attached to the deck. So when climbing up the stairs from the pool, you would step off onto the deck. They give you a template for drilling the holes. In my case, I had to drill into the metal rim of the pool, and had to be careful not to get the metal shavings in the water.
1845836
The diameter of the ladder tube should be the only thing that will determine if it will fit or not. If I understand what you are saying is that the steps might be too close together. If doesn't help you, let me know . My pool is still open... For now .
2160436
It would not be recommended because they are designed to be removed after daily use. There is plenty support at the top ladder run. Ours is used on a dock which only meets the docks edge about 8 inches.
324876
One person can lift the steps, but it is easier if two people like then into the pool. We plan to lower ours into the pool this weekend and will attach a couple of large rocks to the sides for ballast rather than sand. We had no trouble removing the steps last year after we untied the rocks and gradually let the water drain. The steps held together all last summer. We stored the steps on our deck inside our gazebo. All we have to do is slip them back into our pool and reattach them to our deck staircase.
1890493
You will have to secure it to the deck somehow. If you think on sliding into the pool you will not have enough length. If the slide if plastic it will be pushed out of water. I hope it helps.
548409
That is the way we are using it. I needed the wider steps to get into the pool. It works wonderful.
1322526
I wasn't able to physically remove the stairs, they were too heavy and I couldn't lift them out of the pool! They were fine laid over! I know that's not ideal, but when you can't get them out, it's the next best thing!! :)
2277087
Yes, if you are careful enough and strong enough. Don't stand on the outside of the ladder rungs to raise parts. Use a pulley when possible, so you are pulling down rather than up. Removing parts may be the most difficult safely. Yes there are floor boards. Make sure the outriggers are at 45 degrees and actually bear weight.
24244
We use two large rounded rocks that we tie to the sides with ropes. It is easy to haul up rocks and take steps out of pool in the fall. We did not fill the steps with sand it make removal easier. The top of the steps is fastened to the side rails of our wood stairs we built for going down to our deck. This will be our third year with these steps. They are safe and sturdy and take up minimal space in pool.
1068478
Yes I have the steps outside the pool and the ladder in the pool and I like that better. You have to tie the ladder to either the pool frame or to the steps because it floats. And the steps have to be secured also. I put a rubber bath mat down inside the pool for the ladder to sit on.
765246
I believe so, yes. We actually did not get around to INSTALLING the ladder yet, but were still using the deck with different steps.
2145037
No. However we heard the ladder can be dangerous. Kids can get trapped while swimming. We fin it easier to use a step stool on the outside.
839594
Our pool is 24' and is most likely slightly deeper in the middle..so I would think so. there is a way to accommodate for a flat or sloped pool by the way you put the "feet" on the bottom of the steps. We absolutely love the steps. They are exactly what we were looking for!!