It may look unstable and prone to wobbles, but this piece of kit is surprisingly sturdy, promising to support up to 200kg – the weight of an overweight panda. However, this is only when you use two of these trestles together, something which would be necessary if you wanted to support a full desk. Made from FSC certified pine, this product contains no varnish or dyes and has even been certified with the EU Ecolabel, meaning it has a reduced environmental impact when compared with other products. Price wise, I think the Faithfull trestles are a great deal. Whilst they might be considered more expensive than other trestles, at the price of about fifty quid, it is definitely worth bearing in mind the fact that these trestles come as a pair. You might think it’s a stupid question, but when it comes to building and decorating, there is no such thing as a stupid question. It can be a complicated business! There are many different types of trestles nowadays, coming in all sorts of shapes, sizes and materials. But, at its very essence, the trestle is every builder and decorator’s left-hand man. It, quite literally, is the foundation for all construction work. We will start off with the best of the best, when it comes to wooden trestles. The Brennenstuhl wooden trestle is multifunctional, serving as both a handy trestle and a double-sided stepladder. This means that you get two products for the price of one! It consists of three wooden rungs on each side, offering optimum support through its galvanised fittings, which promise not to rust or break.

Metal trestles are the most robust option, and generally can handle more weight than wooden or plastic trestles. This makes them a great option for a tool station which will be holding super heavy tools. After all, if your trestles break, you best believe your tools will be breaking with them. Not good. Furthermore, you’ll typically find that adjustable trestles are made from metal, so if adjustable work surfaces are your thing, then look for a metal trestle.

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However, in the context of building, construction and decorating, a trestle is generally used to hold up a workbench, serving as a tool station, desk or drawing board. The opportunities are endless with a trestle, but what are they actually made of?

Used to distinguish individual users by means of designation of a randomly generated number as client identifier, which allows calculation of visits and sessions. Strong saw horses with metal legs. Portable and easy to set up. Includes carry handle and shoulder strap.The VonHaus folding saw horse trestle is another strong competitor for the best plastic trestle. It has an abundance of interesting added features, such as flip up end stops on the top of the trestle, designed to hold your materials in place and prevent slips. I have never seen this feature on any other trestle, so I’m intrigued and impressed in equal measure. This trestle also has rubber anti-slip protection on the feet and on the support bar, further enhancing its reliability as a tool.

So, where’s the catch? Well, price wise this trestle is affordable, however it’s likely that you will need to buy two if you want to support a flat surface like a workbench. This therefore bumps the price up, which shouldn’t break the bank, but means that it isn’t exactly the cheapest metal trestle on the market. The Faithfull pair of plastic trestles that fold flat for easy storage and transportation. The top features flip-up safety pegs to secure the workpiece and rubber inserts to prevent the workpiece slipping. Non-slip rubber feet.

There is a wide range of uses apart from the event industry that these tables can be used for. Many customers in the UK and abroad buy these for a wide variety of users, we have sold these to garden centres and they are used in the gardening industry to display the different products on sale. Other customers that are involved in the outdoor markets, fairs, and car boots use these as they fold away easily and can be used on both soft and hard floors. Many of the people in the UK that buy these for this use prefer the thinner tabletop that is available in both plastic and wooden however plastic is preferred because it can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Whilst the product isn’t huge, measuring 16 x 63 x 95cm and weighing in at 5kg, it can handle up to 150kg, which is roughly the weight of a fully grown panda – does that help to put it into perspective?! This trestle has a width of 68.5cm, with an adjustable height which ranges from 81cm to an impressive 130cm, giving it optimised range for the user. It weighs in at 3.6kg and folds down easily, making it super lightweight and transportable for those on-the-go workers. Whilst it may be super light, it can handle up to 150kg, so it’s perfect for any job; big or small, light or heavy. It’s finally time to talk about an adjustable trestle! I love the diversity of movement and usability offered with an adjustable trestle, which is exactly why the Silverline heavy duty trestle has made it onto the list of best UK trestles for builders and decorators. Comparison table: Best trestles [UK]: Top builder and decorator trestles reviewed in wood, plastic and metalFurthermore, the Silverline heavy duty trestle also requires self-assembly, and trust me – this is no easy feat. The instructions are pretty convoluted and there are a fair number of parts to put together, so make sure you schedule a little time off to build this product and make sure you don’t lose any nuts and bolts! It’s all about functionality when it comes to plastic trestles. They are for the most part super lightweight and easy to assemble and dissemble, making them the most portable option when it comes to choosing a trestle. If you are on a budget, then looking for a plastic trestle is probably a good idea, as they tend to run a little cheaper than their wooden and metal counterparts.