Fakro LWB Wood Attic Stairs vs Louisville Ladder Insulated Aluminum Attic Ladder

Buy the Louisville if your ceiling is taller than 7 ft. 10 in. or you want a lighter, insulated aluminum ladder that is easier to install. Buy the Fakro LWB if you want a wood ladder with handrails and a fixed 7 ft. 10 in. ceiling fit. The Louisville carries more weight (375 lb vs 350 lb), fits a wider range of ceiling heights, and has a gas piston for smoother opening. The Fakro is simpler and has handrails included, but its fixed height and wood frame limit it.

• Choose the Fakro LWB if your ceiling is close to 7 ft. 10 in. and you want a wood ladder with handrails included.
• Choose the Louisville if you want a lighter aluminum ladder that fits ceilings from 7 ft. 8 in. to 10 ft. 3 in. and carries more weight.