Here is a roundup of the items we used to create our attic access.
Create attic access.
Using the measurements from your loft ladder kit you should cut a square out of your garage roof.
Do not cut through a double beam in the attic since these are support beams for the entire house.
The nails will show where the joists lie in the attic.
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Rubber weather seal tape 5.
I have an attic that runs the entire length of the house.
Step 2 create an attic.
Attic access panel determine where your joists are.
Use a straight edge knife to cut any drywall paper that.
Use long nails to nail an outline next to joists where ceiling material will need to be cut away.
Using a stud finder mark your joists.
Cut one rafter with a handsaw to allow space for you to crawl up into the attic.
Compact aluminum ladder 3.
Heavy duty magnets 7.
Consider adding insulation dams to retain loose fiberglass insulation at the sides of the opening unless you are adding a partial floor landing inside the attic.
The next step is to create the attic.
The peak of the roof is high enough to allow me to stand up in.
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Using drywall knife start cutting the ceiling out along your line.
Things needed stepladder stud finder pencil keyhole saw flashlight tape measure circular saw two by fours power drill with screw tip 2 1 2 inch wood screws 1 5 8 inch drywall screws.
This will give you access to your attic storage.
The first thing you need is access to the attic.
Use a pencil and draw a box within the joists.
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You can construct these out of cardboard and staple the cardboard to the joists and to the 2 by 6 inch boards you installed.
Create attic access door.