This is a great 12 foot heavy Duty Ladder that I have been able to use for a number of different jobs. It is a multi purpose ladder that can be used for a scaffold or used for high, hard to get to areas. I have been able to pain the upper part of my barn that was 12 foot high, since this ladder extends straight up or can make into a shorter 8 foot ladder. This is a great ladder and the purchase price was fantastic. I am so glad I found Great Offer Stock with this ladder.