Adding Attic Access

Install an attic ladder.

Adding attic access.

Functional and safe access is key. Step 1 select a closet ceiling or hallway ceiling with good floor space underneath since you will need to use a ladder to access your attic. Here are a few tips for creating an easy to use attic in your own home. Installing an attic access door can be quite easy however there are several things you do need to do or avoid to make sure your new door is safe and secure.

A few older homes have attic access through a door on an exterior wall. If you don t have it you re less likely to tap into hidden storage potential. Tip 1 choose the right type of attic access door decide whether your door will have attached stairs or not. A lone lightbulb will suffice.

Move a stud finder across your ceiling to locate the joists. You ll get ease of access through the larger hole and you won t have to drag a stepladder into the house to store and retrieve your stuff from the attic. The push up panels comprise of a square or rectangular piece of ceiling drywall glued to a piece of plywood that rests on. Install lighting in the attic.