Square side rails with no round overs on the edges

Amsterdam Ladder

THE STORY

Our client has a loft space above a stairwell landing. They wanted a ladder that was narrow so it wouldn’t block the stair landing, but would be safe to climb and would fold against the wall for storage.

When they described their dream ladder to me I thought of a beautiful vintage ladder my wife and I saw in a shop in Amsterdam. When we went into the shop I knew that I wanted to make a reproduction of the ladder, manufactured by Hendrik. A. van Waveren Ladderfabriek (ladder factory) between 1930-1950. It had such a sleek, clean look, the sides were square and the steps were thin but tall.

The only change that I wanted to make was to the steps. They were narrow and vertical and I wanted them to be horizontal, making it easier to climb.

Our Amsterdam ladders can be used in libraries, kitchens, closets, wine rooms, mud rooms, pantries and lofts. These ladders feature square side rails and steps, without round overs on the edges. The steps have traction grooves and are shallow in depth, extending slightly in front of and behind the side rails.The screws for each step are countersunk and hidden by wood plugs. Customization is unlimited, different wood species, a variety of hardware types and colours, different edge profiles, just let us know how you want your ladder to look.

Functional, beautiful and unique! Contact us.

Inspired by this ladder?

Every ladder we create is the result of a collaborative process that starts with your vision. We can build ladders of all heights and slopes with different types of wood and a choice of finishes like stains or paint. Once we’re in touch, we can discuss materials—including your preferred wood and hardware style—and provide a quote for the price of the ladder plus shipping.

Steps slightly deeper than the side rails, without round overs on the edges

Traction grooves on each step make climbing safer and more secure.

The screws are hidden by wood plugs

 

The inspiration ladder in an Amsterdam shop

  • Our ladders start at $1195.00 CAD.

    The price of your ladder depends on the materials you would like the ladder to be made out of, how tall you want it to be, the finish you want on the ladder and the hardware you select. We handcraft the ladder in our workshop using high-quality hardware and premium wood.

    Shipping isn’t included in this starting price. Contact us with your location and we will give you the shipping price.

  • We use a variety of different woods and hardware for our ladders. Our base price includes an 8’ maple ladder. Every ladder is completely custom and when you contact us with your vision we will design your ladder with you, then handcraft it in our Calgary workshop

    You can choose:

    Your desired wood (e.g. white oak, walnut, ash or fir).

    Hardware that fits your style and provides the functionality you require (e.g. top hooks, stationary loft mounts or rolling wheels).

    Finishes like stain, varnish or paint.

    Practical additions like handrails, easier to climb angle or a small bookshelf above the top step.

    Creative design details such as rounded over or square corner edges, routered traction grooves on each step, double bevelled step front corners.

  • Once you contact us with your vision we will design your ladder with you.

    When we send you a quotation we will include the shipping cost to your home or business.