Do not extend the legs to the floor yet.
Easy diy attic ladder.
Installing an attic ladder or fold down stairway is a doable diy project that could take just a few hours.
I have printed the plans together with a description of the process in easy to follow steps and a list of the materials required.
Easy to follow with these instructions and plans.
Wife happy kids entertained me happy.
Many ladders as well as staircases come as pre assembled sets that you can get for delivery to your residence or grab at a local structure supply shop.
Nov 13 2015 gain lots of space from inside your roof.
How to build a staircase that you can install yourself.
Unfold the lowest section of the ladder and cut the straight legs just enough for the feet to sit correctly on the floor.
Make sure you have someone helping from the garage level so you don t get stuck in the attic.
Place attic assembly on supports.
Check that the assembly is level and shim between the stair frame and joists.
The attic ladder is positioned in the hallway ceiling and can be folded down when required or up and out of view.
Use a hacksaw if the ladder is metal and a wood saw if the ladder is wood images 2 and 3.
If the ladder legs are too long fold the ladder at the lowest joint and measure from the hinge to the floor image 1.