4 Inch Molding Around Attic Ladder

The opening of 51 inches is adequate to bring 4 ft by 4 foot 3 4 inch plywood into the attic for platforms.

4 inch molding around attic ladder.

Built for safety this sturdy wood ladder makes it easy to access your attic with nine non slip steps and a convenient handrail for support while climbing. Climb back up the step ladder and place the left molding piece up to the side of the attic opening 1 8 inch away from the door. The werner wood universal fit attic ladder features the werner wood universal fit attic ladder features a 250 lb. You ll find a huge array of unfinished and primed items from which to choose all from the very best companies such as coppa woodworking designs of distinction legacy artisan legacy signature and solid wood parts.

And standard ceiling openings of 22 5 in. Insert 4d finishing nails every 6 inches using a hammer to hold it. Unfold the lowest section of the ladder and cut the straight legs just enough for the feet to sit correctly on the floor. The twist latch works very well and closes the hatch securely.

Molding around an attic stair entrance transforms an otherwise unsightly area into one that blends with the surrounding finishes. The ladder is modestly heavy and some of the weight when climbing this ladder is placed on the attic framing members most of the weight on the ladder should transfer to the floor below the ladder if the ladder is trimmed to the correct length. It is easy to open and close this ladder with the supplied pole and square drive end. Then i framed my opening with 2 inch by 10 inch framing on all 4 sides.

Weight capacity designed to fit ceiling heights from 8 ft. Use a hacksaw if the ladder is metal and a wood saw if the ladder is wood images 2 and 3. Re attach the feet using wrenches image 4. Enjoy safe access to your attic space with this fakro lms steel insulated attic ladder model 66869 which fits into rough openings measuring 30 x 54 inches and is designed for ceiling heights between 7 feet 11 inches and 10 feet 1 inch.

The nails are 1 4 inch from the edge and 8 inches apart. Make every doorway hallway stairwell and porch exquisite with these moldings trims columns capitals finials and more. Installing a pull down attic ladder is essential for safer easier access to your attic. Fakro lms 66869 insulated steel attic ladder for 30 inch x 54 inch rough from the manufacturer.