Attic Step Framing
Lower the frame down onto the cleats from above then fasten it to the framing with 16d nails or 1 4 inch diameter 3 inch lag screws.
Attic step framing. Step 3 construct the opening frame photo by karim shamsi basha. Built for safety this sturdy wood ladder makes it easy to access your attic with nine non slip steps and a convenient handrail for support while climbing. While it might seem like a big job an attic ladder installation is something you can handle if you just take it step by step. How to install attic soffit vents attics can be cooled down substantially by adding some attic ventilation.
Build a finished frame out of 1x8s to fit snugly into the opening. Temporarily screw a pair of 1x3 cleats to the ceiling across the rough opening. In part 5 of this series using werner s instructions to install the easy access attic ladder we looked at cutting ceiling joists. And standard ceiling openings of 22 5 in.
Pretty soon you ll be wondering why you didn t add an attic ladder to your home years ago. Make sure you have a space between the joists at least as large as the rough opening shown on the box and that any cut joists are attached to uncut joists. The werner wood universal fit attic ladder features the werner wood universal fit attic ladder features a 250 lb. Weight capacity designed to fit ceiling heights from 8 ft.
Whether you re expanding a cramped attic into a bedroom office or playroom if you have any carpentry experience you can accomplish this home renovation goal yourself. This part deals with framing the attic opening.