At first sight, DIY scaffolding towers all look very similar, and of course there are similarities due to the very nature of the products. Having said that, there are definitely a few differences to be found, and knowing which of these factors are desirable and which ones are essential, is highly important before buying. In this guide we’d like to point these out to any first-time buyer, so that you can feel more confident in your purchasing decision. Size

The Home Master DIY scaffold tower is one of the easiest to set up that I have ever gotten my hands on. The lightweight aluminium components are a doddle to move around, and little, thoughtful, design features like the colour coded braces, make things really straightforward. Platform can be set in increments of 0.3m (12") giving safe and comfortable working over a range of heightsSuperior appearance - constructed from aluminium and therefore will not rust, unlike the steel alternatives Safe working load of 275kg per platform level up to a maximum of 950kg per tower (including self-weight). Inferior Imports Vary From 125kg – 200kg, but Never To the Current Standard. Please be aware of this important difference There are some people who are more than happy to balance precariously on the top of a telescopic ladder, with a brush in one hand, and a can of paint in the other.

Much more affordable than the BOSS tower and other brands that litter the market - we will not be beaten on price The tower’s components should be inspected at different intervals, and records should always be kept of this. Supporting access equipment – Never use a scaffolding tower as support for trestles, ladders, or any other type of access equipment; this could cause serious injuries. Stability equals safety and is not something to take for granted. Also, not to be taken at face value, is that these products come safe to use. In fact, with some DIY tower scaffolds, a lot of the most invaluable safety components are sold separately such as stabilisers, and even full safety kits. I would always recommend that you tie in to the building that you’re working on anyway, just to be sure, especially if you’re going to be working on a 6-7-metre-tall rig, as they can still wobble at the top, even with stabilisers in place. MaterialScaffold towers are for sale in both steel and aluminium and are essential for painting, re-pointing and maintenance work both inside and outside the house. Your Long Established Supplier

The MOST VERSATILE DIY tower you can buy. The Base plate option allows the transformation of the SDIY into a StairMate variant.

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Scaffold towers, sometimes referred to as access towers or a tower scaffold, are highly useful alternatives to ladders when there's a lot of work to be done at height. Very solid construction for safety and stability, yet being manufactured from aluminium the tower sections are lightweight and easy to handle