Mybed room has no window, just a balcony. Does this ladder has to against wall when is in use?
166186
I have never had to use the escape ladder (thank God) but although it is designed to stand off from a wall, I see no reason why it wouldn't work off a balcony...the whole point is getting out and on the ground without jumping.
166187
I'm no expert, but if it's not against a wall, I think the ladder would swing inward on your way down. But in an emergency, having this is better than not.
2181799
No, it just goes right against the wall- exactly like you see in the picture. So you will want to make sure to keep the area dry (especially if you are putting it against drywall, like I did).
92457
If you don't want to recline, you can put it up against a wall. If you want to recline, then you'll need a fair bit of space. At least a couple feet. I can't say for sure how much as mine's in the middle of the room.
1623939
You can put the ladder wherever the opening in the top rail is. Ours is on the right.
1256386
It can be reclined without being up against something. I have mine as a divider for the living room and dining room, no wall behind it. It actually reclines farther without a wall. Either way works, though!
2068768
It does not need to go against a wall. In fact it's easier to install away from the wall where you have more ceiling joist choices to screw into.
2255842
It has to be leaned against the wall. We used it in our guest room and it is perfect for a few books, odds n ends and some towels. If you are using in an office for a ton of books I would look for something else.
2158191
It can be up against the wall while in upright position but must be pulled out to fold down. The back fold directly down, bottom does not swing forward or anything
752896
bed can be assembled so that the ladder is on either side (left or right) or either the head or foot of the bed. I would assume, since that's the case, that you could leave the railing off. Worst case scenario would be that you lose a little bit of stability with the headboard, as it connects the side of the headboard to the side of the bed... maybe some more wiggling than desirable. If you're using this bed for a child, I'd 100% recommend keeping the side rails on- it is a very tall bed.
1921350
There are 2 ladders and both can be left out.They are not structurally needed
434484
I have spoken to the mfr, there is no direct answer to this question, as there are many variables. Such as the deck over hang, no deck, ledge, etc. You should install the ladder as close to the wall as possible and then install the entrapment barrier. FamilyPoolFun
19245
At 18 inches it would be easy to fall out the window as you get the ladder ready to use. When you put it out the window it is nice to have some wall to lean against when you release it.
1845980
I did not need anything because my apartment was very small and the kitchen area and living room are combined so I use it as a room divider however I have it slid between the edge of the refrigerator and the wall. It will also stand alone if you stagger it, every other panel turned in slightly. I am totally satisfied with it.
963506
No, you would not need a ladder, he would get in the bed by going up at the end of the bed were there are no rails,
1679432
The X-It ladder shown will not work without a window sill. They do sell a permanent wall mount that can be used on windows without a sill. That seems to mean that the ladder must be used on that window only though. Take a look at their website, here is what it says:"X-IT's grapple hook secures to the inside corner of the window sill. The load is transfered through the sill into the structure below the window, so a weak sill should not impact your X-IT Ladder. If you do not have a window sill use X-IT's permanent mount accessory".
1499072
It will work nicely in a corner. The shelves do not need to touch a wall but obviously the sides of the ladder do need something to lean on.
91991
I don't have mine going out a window . I put a knee high on the end of it . Works great