This step is necessary regardless of whether you re expanding an existing hatchway or creating new attic access.
How to trim out attic stairs.
Position the piece flat against the short side of the attic stair frame.
Place a 1 by 4 inch piece of lumber along the top edge of the open middle section.
Align the short points of the 45 degree cuts with the inside corners of the frame at each end.
Drive the 4 penny nails.
Pull down the folding attic stairs.
Slice through the.
Peek into the attic to make sure there aren t any ducts wires or pipes in the way.
Measure and mark the stair opening dimensions required from either the room below or from the attic above.
Nail trim to door jamb cut the second 45 degree angle on the first piece of trim and hold it in place along with.
Choose a stair that fits into the smallest of these measurements and is long enough for your ceiling height.
Measure cut and.
How to cut legs for folding attic stairs 1.
Measure the rough opening s width and length in three different spots at the top and bottom of the framing.
How to trim an opening for your attic stairs 1.
Then cut out the rough opening with a drywall saw.
Slide it down until it touches the.
Snap chalk lines onto the ceiling to represent the rough opening of the attic staircase.
Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic.
How to install attic stairs trim step 1.
You may have to trim to fit.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed.