BLUFFY Metal and Wood Loft Ladder with 46 mm Insulated Hatch, 210 kg Capacity
BLUFFY 46 loft ladder with metal side rails, wooden steps, 12 steps and 12 frame sizes from 110 x 55 to 140 x 70 cm.
40 mm insulation and a 46 mm hatch. For ceiling heights up to 280 cm; requires 128 or 142 cm of floor space and 161 or 165 cm of opening clearance. Maximum load 210 kg; EN 14975 standard.
Handrail included except with 55 cm-wide frames. The 210 kg load capacity, compared with 160 kg for all-wood models, is useful when carrying boxes or equipment upstairs.
BLUFFY Metal and Wood Loft Ladder with 46 mm Insulated Hatch, 210 kg Capacity
The BLUFFY 46 is a loft ladder with metal side rails and wooden steps that supports 210 kg. Its 46 mm hatch, including 40 mm of insulation, limits heat loss into the loft.
It comes in 12 frame sizes, from 110 x 55 to 140 x 70 cm, for ceiling heights up to 280 cm. The 40 cm-wide ladder has 12 steps. A handrail is included, except with 55 cm-wide frames.
Key specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | BLUFFY 46 |
| Construction | Metal side rails, wooden steps |
| Hatch thickness | 46 mm |
| Insulation thickness | 40 mm |
| Available frame sizes | 12 sizes: 110, 120, 130 or 140 cm long by 55, 60 or 70 cm wide |
| Maximum ceiling height | 280 cm |
| Number of steps | 12 |
| Ladder width | 40 cm |
| Floor space required | 128 or 142 cm, depending on the frame size |
| Opening clearance | 161 or 165 cm, depending on the frame size |
| Height when folded | 58 cm |
| Frame height | 170 mm |
| Maximum load | 210 kg |
| Standard | EN 14975 |
| Handrail | Included except with 55 cm-wide frames |
Packaging
- Ladder with frame and hatch
- Handrail
Key points
- ✓ Maximum load: 210 kg, EN 14975 standard
- ✓ 40 mm insulation: 46 mm hatch
- ✓ Metal side rails, wooden steps: 12 steps measuring 40 cm wide
- ✓ 12 frame sizes: from 110 x 55 to 140 x 70 cm
- ✓ Ceiling height: up to 280 cm
- ✓ Handrail included, except with 55 cm-wide frames
Range comparison
Metal-and-wood or aluminium loft ladders for ceiling heights up to 280 cm: compare the features that matter, model by model.
| Model | Insulation thickness | Construction | Maximum height | Floor space required | Load | Handrail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIVIO 26 | 20 mm (26 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 134 or 148 cm | 160 kg | Included |
| BLUFFY 26 | 20 mm (26 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 134 or 148 cm | 190 kg | No |
| BLUFFY 46 | 40 mm (46 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 128 or 142 cm | 210 kg | Included except with 55 cm-wide frames |
| BLUFFY 86 | 80 mm (86 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 139 or 147 cm | 210 kg | Included |
| COLOMBINO 56 | 50 mm (56 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 151 cm | 160 kg | Included |
| COLOMBINO 86 | 80 mm (86 mm hatch) | Metal side rails, wooden steps | 280 cm | 147 cm | 160 kg | Included |
| CABAL 46 | 40 mm (46 mm hatch) | Aluminium | 280 cm | 128 or 142 cm | 160 kg | Included |
Choosing the right loft ladder
The 210 kg load capacity makes a difference when carrying boxes, suitcases or equipment upstairs. All-wood models of the same format have a 160 kg limit.
If a handrail matters to you, choose a 60 or 70 cm-wide frame. For uninsulated lofts, the BLUFFY 86 mm version provides more insulation with the same load capacity.
Installation advice
Ceiling opening: prepare an opening to fit your chosen frame, allowing approximately 5 mm around the perimeter. Check that there is at least 170 mm of clear height above the ceiling to accommodate the frame.
Fixing: secure the frame to the floor structure (joists and trimmers) with screws suited to the material, following the instructions. Check that the frame is square before fully tightening the screws: a twisted frame will prevent the hatch from closing properly.
Adjustment: unfold the ladder, measure the ceiling height and trim the final section so it rests flat on the floor. Fit the handrail. Finally, join the loft insulation around the frame to prevent thermal bridging.
Care and protection
Once a year, check that the screws are tight, the joints between the ladder sections are sound and the hatch opening mechanism works properly. Lubricate the mechanisms if the hatch becomes difficult to open, and dust the steps.
The hatch can be painted to match the ceiling. Take care not to block the seal between the hatch and frame, which provides the airtight seal.
Frequently asked questions
How much weight can a metal loft ladder support?
It depends on the model. The BLUFFY 46, with metal side rails and wooden steps, supports 210 kg, compared with 160 kg for most all-wood models.
Is a handrail included with the BLUFFY 46?
Yes, except with 55 cm-wide frames (110 x 55, 120 x 55, 130 x 55 and 140 x 55 cm). It is included with a 60 or 70 cm-wide frame.
How much floor space is needed to unfold the BLUFFY 46?
Allow 128 or 142 cm of floor space, depending on the frame size, and 161 to 165 cm of clearance to open the hatch and unfold the ladder.
How do I choose the right frame size for a loft ladder?
Choose the frame to suit the ceiling opening: its dimensions correspond to the opening required, allowing approximately 5 mm around it for installation. Measure the existing opening, or the one you can create between the joists, then choose the largest frame that fits without exceeding those dimensions.
Does a loft ladder need to be cut to length?
Yes, in most cases. The ladder is supplied for the maximum ceiling height and is trimmed at the bottom so the final section rests flat on the floor. Measure the ceiling height, unfold the ladder and cut it according to the instructions.
- Width (cm)
- 40
- Species/material
- WOOD / METAL
- Number of treads
- 12
- Footprint (cm)
- 128 / 142
- Closed staircase height (cm)
- 58
- maximum load (kg)
- 210
- clearance space (cm)
- 161 / 165
- wooden housing height (mm)
- 170
- Insulation thickness (mm)
- 40
- Handrail included
- YES EXCEPT CABINET 55
- Hatch thickness (mm)
- 46
- Floor-to-ceiling height (cm)
- 280
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