mare
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We need a ramp to get into the house from the garage. It is an attached garage, has 2 steps (16in. total rise) up. I like the idea of a temporary/portable ramp for flexibility; we are looking at the roll-a-ramp online, but can't see it in person. Is anyone familiar with this ramp? Have you seen it or have it? We like the idea that it can be shortened & taken when visiting family, etc.
Since the length we need is 10ft., ( basesd on the calculations they give- standard angle of 7degrees is 12ft., restricted space- 8degrees is 10ft., & very restricted space is 9degrees at 9ft. long) is this practical? Do we even REALLY need it that long?
Thinking if we need to, we will build a platform at the door & ramp will be at a 90degree angle. Would we then be better off building the whole thing?
Need to do this asap- expecting a "Jazzy chair" from the loaner closet anyday; and Jim can barely get up the 2 steps now. I have to give him a "boost" from behind, which he doesn't really mind! LOL
Any other ideas? All comments & suggestions welcome.
Thanks!
Since the length we need is 10ft., ( basesd on the calculations they give- standard angle of 7degrees is 12ft., restricted space- 8degrees is 10ft., & very restricted space is 9degrees at 9ft. long) is this practical? Do we even REALLY need it that long?
Thinking if we need to, we will build a platform at the door & ramp will be at a 90degree angle. Would we then be better off building the whole thing?
Need to do this asap- expecting a "Jazzy chair" from the loaner closet anyday; and Jim can barely get up the 2 steps now. I have to give him a "boost" from behind, which he doesn't really mind! LOL
Any other ideas? All comments & suggestions welcome.
Thanks!