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Making an attic access door.
Installing an attic access door can be quite easy however there are several things you do need to do or avoid to make sure your new door is safe and secure.
Using drywall knife start cutting the ceiling out along your line.
Use a straight edge knife to cut any drywall paper that.
We added self adhering weather seal tape to the underside door side of the door stop to insulate the opening and increase energy efficiency.
Using a stud finder mark your joists.
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To keep the door from swinging through to the attic we installed door stop trim around the jamb.
Use a pencil and draw a box within the joists.
How to make an attic access door.
Select a closet ceiling or hallway ceiling with good floor space underneath since you will need to use a ladder to access your attic.
Use a narrow.
Decide whether your door will have attached stairs or not.
A pair of adjustable springs prevents the door from opening too quickly.
Tip 1 choose the right type of attic access door.
Line the rim on top of the trim pieces.
How to open up access into your attic space for inspection and or insulation.