Converting the attic into a functional living space adds value to your property and whether you need a guest bedroom a space for a teenager a playroom or storage space the space under the roof can be.
Build your own folding attic stairs.
Look over the assembly to see if it is level and shim with the stair frame and joists.
I built an attic ladder and installed it in just 1 weekend.
Plan the ladder opening parallel to your joists.
A set of folding stairs leading to the loft is a great addition that will allow you to get into the attic and to save space when needed.
Nov 13 2015 gain lots of space from inside your roof.
Nail two nails through the ceiling from inside the attic along one of the joists.
Both are hard to make but not impossible.
Use a folding staircase kit to gain access to the hatch and make use of your attic space.
If you have a small house you may need loft stairs to get up into the attic when needed.
A good location is one that makes it convenient to access the attic.
Grab the stairs and pull them down to the point where the hinges extend if you are installing a pull down access.
However you don t want the legs extended to the floor.
Once the stairs are set drill the shims in place with screws.
The ironmongery brackets hinges catches etc has to be very accurately placed.
You can make an opening anywhere in your home that is directly below the attic.
I have printed the plans together with a description of the process in easy to follow steps and a list of the materials required.
How to build a staircase that you can install yourself.
Retractable stairs involve either a folding structure or a sliding one.
If not a hatch can be created using a drywall saw.
The attic ladder is positioned in the hallway ceiling and can be folded down when required or up and out of view.
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This is a staircase that we built at our workplace very sturdy design only took a few hours to cons.
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If you have woodworking skills saws.
However size and space often may prohibit your building a permanent set of stairs.
I built my own fold away attic ladder easy.