| There are many times when scaffolding should be | | | | providing a sturdy platform for the worker and his |
| used for DIY projects rather than a ladder. Using a | | | | tools. In fact, more than one worker can be up on |
| ladder to access those high points for painting or | | | | scaffolding, which gives it a big edge on using a |
| putting up crown molding, or doing any other home | | | | ladder. |
| maintenance work that requires you to be up high is | | | | When using scaffold jacks outdoors, always be sure |
| not always safe or convenient. | | | | that the ground they are placed on is solid and even. |
| Scaffolding can be used to paint your ceiling much | | | | If it is wet or even just damp, one of the legs can |
| more easily than straining to control a roller on an | | | | easily sink, creating a wobbly platform that is not |
| extension handle. And if the work requires you to be | | | | safe. It is a good idea to place the jacks on sturdy |
| cleaning down, nailing up battens or doing a host of | | | | timber supports such as a thick sheet of plywood or |
| other jobs up high, scaffolding will enable you to do it | | | | wide pieces of timber if the ground is rocky or wet. |
| much more easily and safely. | | | | Even so, this supporting foundation should also be |
| Many people only think of using scaffolding for | | | | supported properly on all sides so it does not wobble. |
| exterior home maintenance tasks, but it can and | | | | Of course scaffolding is expensive to buy yourself, |
| should also be used inside. Scaffold jacks are free | | | | so hiring it is the best way, unless you have lots of |
| standing, with telescopic feet that lock into position. | | | | work to do and can then sell it when you have |
| A minimum of two scaffold jacks will be needed. | | | | finished. |
| Lumber walk boards are then placed between them, | | | | |