How To Trim Out Attic Stairs

Measure the rough opening s width and length in three different spots at the top and bottom of the framing.

How to trim out attic stairs.

Nail trim to door jamb cut the second 45 degree angle on the first piece of trim and hold it in place along with. Place a 1 by 4 inch piece of lumber along the top edge of the open middle section. Then cut out the rough opening with a drywall saw. Drive the 4 penny nails.

Fold open the top two sections but keep the final section folded up. Pull down the folding attic stairs. Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic. Slide it down until it touches the.

How to cut legs for folding attic stairs 1. Measure cut and. Position the piece flat against the short side of the attic stair frame. 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. Inspect the room to decide the most convenient location for the attic stairs for a new stair installation or enlarge. Snap chalk lines onto the ceiling to represent the rough opening of the attic staircase.

Choose a stair that fits into the smallest of these measurements and is long enough for your ceiling height. Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed. This step is necessary regardless of whether you re expanding an existing hatchway or creating new attic access. You may have to trim to fit.

Measure and cut top side cut a 45 degree angle on a piece that will be used for the top of the attic stairs.