Menu Close
Search
Advanced Search
Advanced Search
Forum Scope




Start typing a member's name above and it will auto-complete

Match



Options



Minimum search word length is 3 characters - maximum search word length is 84 characters
Search
Avatar
Forum Menu
The forums are currently locked and only available for read only access
aluminum ladder in the rain?
1
March 31, 2012 - 10:06 pm
Post Actions
Avatar
John S

PDX OR

Posts: 3082

Does it damage an aluminum ladder to leave it out in the rain, or should I keep it covered?
Thanks
John S
PDX OR

2
March 31, 2012 - 11:06 pm
Post Actions
Avatar
Marsha


Posts: 204

Should be OK, unless you're near the sea. I hear aluminum corrodes in a salty environment.

3
April 1, 2012 - 1:50 am
Post Actions
Avatar
joek


Posts: 36

I found this information on a web site named keytometals-dot-com:

Most aluminum alloys have excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion (often called weathering), and in many outdoor applications, such alloys do not require shelter, protective coatings or maintenance.

You should be fine with your ladder exposed, although I do store mine in a shed.

4
April 1, 2012 - 11:15 pm
Post Actions
Avatar
jafarj


Posts: 422

I'll let you know this summer.

I've had 2 of them out there all winter. At least lay them down.