Since April 2020, the price of lumber has skyrocketed, making the average price of a wooden wheelchair ramp increase as well. If you’re thinking of installing a wheelchair ramp made of wood, it may be time to reconsider and choose a different material for your accessibility needs.
Although wood is a common choice when it comes to ramps, it’s not always the most practical choice. Wood must be treated and maintained regularly to prevent slipping, rotting and warping from rain and bad weather. No matter how well a wood ramp is maintained, it will eventually need to be replaced.
What is the alternative to a wood wheelchair ramp?
Steel is an excellent choice for a building material. Steel is fireproof, which means that a steel ramp can serve as a means of emergency egress. It is also much more durable than wood and will not warp out in the elements. It’s much more environmentally friendly- steel ramps are made from 100% recycled and recyclable steel. These ramps are able to be used over and over again and is less flexible and heavier than an alternative metal such as aluminum.
Consider a steel wheelchair ramp to travel in and out of your home safely and efficiently!
FIND A TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL
Amramp’s accessibility experts are Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS) and can evaluate any home to determine what type of ramp is best for you. The CAPS designation offers reassurance that we will advise you about the choices that will help you stay in your home safely and securely, while making your life more accessible. Our Amramp experts are familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and local requirements for ramps to provide you with the safest ramp for your needs.
Amramp offers free virtual or on-site home evaluations to determine the best possible ramp or other accessibility solutions to meet your needs. Take advantage of Amramp’s FREE evaluation to review your needs by calling 888-715-7598 or send an email to [email protected].
