An attic ladder makes every flounder and down from the attic less complicated quicker and also safer.
Diy retractable attic ladder.
Unfold the lowest section of the ladder and cut the straight legs just enough for the feet to sit correctly on the floor.
Step 1 check the area.
A set of folding stairs leading to the loft is a great addition that will allow you to get into the attic and to save space when needed.
Whether you need to get into your attic to check your roof or insulation or to retrieve items from storage a ladder will give you access to the space but tuck neatly out of the way when not needed.
Easy to follow with these instructions and plans.
The stairs will simply fold up when you are not using them.
An attic ladder is a retracting stair that pulls down from the ceiling to give access to the attic area after that folds up into a ceiling framework off the beaten track when it is not needed.
Homemade attic ladder with 4 sections.
The attic ladder is positioned in the hallway ceiling and can be folded down when required or up and out of view.
I used scrap 2x6 s some old pieces of steel and some threaded rod.
I have printed the plans together with a description of the process in easy to follow steps and a list of the materials required.
Nov 13 2015 gain lots of space from inside your roof.
Use a hacksaw if the ladder is metal and a wood saw if the ladder is wood images 2 and 3.
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Re attach the feet using wrenches image 4.
Follow the simple steps below to build your own.