How To Install Attic Drop Down Stairs
Make sure you have someone helping from the garage level so you don t get stuck in the attic.
How to install attic drop down stairs. Installing a pull down attic ladder is essential for safer easier access to your attic. Once you re in the attic locate the screw. 12 slip the collapsed staircase into the attic then drop it down so that it rests on the cleats. Measure the length from the floor to the bottom of the ladder.
Cutting and bracing a new hole. Snap chalk lines onto the ceiling to represent the rough opening of the attic staircase. Determine the area where you want to place your stairs. When you find it remove the insulation from the area and determine.
How to install pull down attic stairs cut out attic access opening. Fasten the staircase to the joists with 4 inch lag screws. Pull the stairs down until the hinges are extended image 1. Pull down the stairs and drill pilot holes through the side framing of the staircase and into the joists.
Open the attic ladder until it is fully extended. Next using an electric drill pop a screw up through the drywall in the ceiling. Remove joists and other obstructions. We ll show you how to cut out frame the opening then install a fo.
Place attic assembly on supports. Tap shims around the staircase to center it in the opening. Cut out the ceiling joist and any wood blocking that s in the opening. Cut 2 pieces of 2x4 lumber to the correct length to reach the floor.