Measure 54 inches and tap the second nail next to the same joist image 1.
Diy attic access ladder.
By creating an attic access ladder you can have an easy way to climb up into your attic space.
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.
Attic ladders can be small or large spiral or regular and you can choose almost any material to build one.
Step 1 check the area.
Measure and cut.
How to install an attic ladder step 1.
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.
Using a reciprocating saw start your cut by lightly tapping the blade into the drywall and cut along the chalk.