Classic DIY Scaffold Tower 4'x2'6", 4'x4', 6'x2'6" & 6'x4'

The Classic DIY Scaffold Tower range is the Ultimate High-Quality Steel tower system available in five base sizes to solve almost any domestic access problem.

Manufactured from prime quality pre-galvanised mild steel, the superior finish provides excellent resistance to corrosion which keeps the product looking good and a pleasure to use for many years.

Safer Than A Ladder!

With a handrail all around you, Classic Scaffold Towers offer a much safer alternative to ladders or steps and can be used with confidence for External & Internal Decorating, Gutter Cleaning and General Maintenance, and are extremely useful in the garden for hedge cutting and tree trimming.

Available base sizes - 4' x 2'6", 4' x 4', 6' x 2'6”, 6' x 4' and a 4' x 2'0” Stairwell Kit so there is a Classic Tower to solve almost any access problem!

We are so confident in the superior quality of our product that we give all Classic scaffold towers a comprehensive TEN-YEAR GUARANTEE against faulty materials or workmanship.

Classic Tower - Why No Locking Pins ? see -  Why No Locking Pins ? PDF

Tower Ordering Guide:

How to purchase a Classic Tower Basic Kit plus recommended safety accessories: -

The Basic Kits listed in the table below include Frames, Base Rails (for improved stability), Horizontal Braces, Single Handrails and Base Plates. Platform boards shown in the pictures are NOT INCLUDED in the Basic Kit price. Platform options are detailed in the accessories table on the main page.

1 – Choose the required Base Size for your tower. Consider if you will need to assemble it down narrow paths or down the side of your house. Remember if you choose a narrow base width (2’6”) then it will be less stable and will require stabilisers (outriggers) even at lower heights unless you can ‘tie-in’ to the building.

2 - Choose your required ‘Platform Height’. (Working height is approximately 2.0m (6’6”) above platform height). If you need a very tall tower you should increase the base size as much as you can to make it as safe as possible.

3 – Safety Pack ‘Upgrade’ – Select this if you require a Pair of Stabilisers, a Tower Stand-off, Double Handrail Frames* and Double Handrails* - N.B. These items * replace 2 x single handrails and 2 x 4’ frames supplied in the Basic Kit and therefore this ‘upgrade’ is only available for the listed price when purchasing at the same time as a complete tower.

4 – If you don’t purchase the Safety Pack Upgrade, then add at least a pair Stabilisers if you require your tower to be more stable (less movement).  If stabilisers cannot be used due to space or ground restrictions, then you should 'tie in' to the building somehow - we would also recommend one of our Tower Stand Off's - see note 8 below for more details.

Where possible, we recommend the use of stabilisers on all towers from these platform heights - 6'0" (4' x 2'6" & 6' x 2'6") and 8'9" (4' x 4' & 6' x 4').

For full Stabiliser recommendations see -  Classic Tower Assembly Instructions

5 – Select the Internal Ladders - we recommend using our own hook-on vertical ladder sections to make it easier and safer to climb up to and down from the platform. Base Rails may need to be purchased for the ladder system to fit properly.

6 – You will need something to stand on - We recommend our Trapdoor/Boards option for ease of accessing the platform and an extra set of platform boards to provide a platform to stand on when assembling the tower - a small extra price to pay for added safety!

7 – Will you need your tower mobile or on sloping or uneven ground? - Choose from Standard Castors, Adjustable Castors or Adjustable Bases as an alternative to Standard Base Plates which are supplied free of charge with all Basic Kits.

8 – Select a Tower Stand-off (included in the Safety Pack Upgrade) to give two points of contact with the house to enhance stability. When this is used in conjunction with a pair of stabilisers, the tower is 'locked' against the building and massively improves stability. This also provides something to tie against if you have tie points in the wall - see thumbnail pictures (eye bolts or wall fixings and wire ropes - not supplied).

9 – Select Toe boards to prevent tools etc being accidentally kicked or knocked off the platform which may cause injury to people/animals or damage to property below.

The Sections (Frames) and components are lightweight but engineered to be extremely strong.

Steel is a stronger raw material than aluminium so will be sturdier than many cheaper aluminium towers. With an unrivalled selection of optional accessories, the Classic Tower range can solve almost any access problem.

Cantilever Adjustable Legs (sold in a pair) are also available to help assemble your tower on a Sloping or flat roof to access the roofline above extensions and porches.

We can even supply a Stairwell Kit which is just 2’0” wide to allow passage up and down the stairs - please see our Stairway tower page - https://www.toptower.co.uk/scaffold-towers/stairway-scaffolding-towers/classic-diy-scaffold-tower-stairwell-kit

Tube sizes O.D. (Outside Diameter)

Uprights on all Frame sizes - 38.10 mm (1½")

Horizontals on 2'6" & 4' Frames, Horizontal Braces & Handrails - 31.75 mm (1¼")

Horizontals on 6' Frames & 6’ x 4’ Braces - 38.10 mm (1½")

Tube Wall Thicknesses

38.10 mm O.D. tube is 16 gauge (1.5 mm)

31.75 mm O.D. tube is 18 gauge (1.2 mm)

Safe Working Load - 200 Kilos (Distributed evenly over the platform area).

N.B. Classic DIY towers are for use in and around the home and when used in accordance with our instructions, are a safe alternative to ladders. They are NOT suitable for construction site or commercial use as they do not conform to site regulations.