The Down and Out fire escape ladder was five years in the making from the conception of the design and patenting of the first standard 14 ft fire escape for the home, in 1996. Unfortunately  it was born from a tragedy  played out by some one close, in which a 3 year old  lost its life. All because no one could  find a ladder to get to the first floor. The father blamed himself.                 

Having children myself  I decided  not too be one of those statistics that tries to remedy  a problem after the fact i.e. install a ladder after the fire. So I searched the then current market for a small compact fire escape ladder that was discrete and most importantly,  easy to use. There was nothing. They were all very large and prohibitively  expensive,
mainly metal and definitely  not child friendly.

Down and Out fire escape ladders are light, discrete  (the size of a tissue box) and made specifically  with youngsters in mind. More importantly they are priced sensibly, so every home can afford one.

We entered the market  as an internet  based seller to the public.  After winning a prestigious award from the London Today  Magazine at the Ideal Home Exhibition we decided too sell direct to the public through various outlets. Feedback has been excellent. We were consistently asked for longer and more specialist ladders, in particular for dormer and loft. Therefore we looked at the development of these products and as a result, from October 2006, became involved with the glazing industry.

Our Vision for the future is that every house holder, parent employer and employee can rest assured that what ever the circumstances of the fire, should one break out in their home or business, everyone will be safe and sound, thanks to Down and Out fire escape ladders !

Should you have any queries that cannot be answered at the time of sale, you can call our technical help line which is manned 24 hours a day on 07956 918478.