The most common of these is the push up type panel that is simply drywall or plywood held in place by simple wood trims.
Diy attic door.
If you are using this.
In order to provide mechanical advantage this pulley needs to remain unattached to anything but the rope that is connected to the fixed pulley.
Add foam insulation tape around the edges to seal the perimeter where it rests in the access hole.
Staple long pieces of duct tape sticky side up onto the attic scuttle door.
Set the free pulley on the attic floor off to the side of the door.
The same principle can be used for just an access panel to get into the attic.
Then add insulation batting to form a pillow and wrap it up like a birthday present as shown.
When you are ready to use the hoist bring the free pulley downstairs.
The access door also serves as a ceiling vent for removing fumes from the room to an attic fan.