This ingenious folding ladder built by roy underhill is based off a design used by thomas jefferson.
Folding attic ladder plans.
Dec 16 2014 gain lots of space from inside your roof.
Step 2 determine where to install the access ladder.
The principle of folding is that when the hatch is opened the stairs ladder must be unfolded pulled down to the floor.
You can make an opening anywhere in your home that is directly below the attic.
The attic ladder is positioned in the hallway ceiling and can be folded down when required or up and out of view.
A good location is one that makes it convenient to access the attic.
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.
Plan the ladder opening parallel to your joists.
Weight capacity designed to fit ceiling heights from 8 ft.
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Folding attic ladders are affordable and easy to install.
I have printed the plans together with a description of the process in easy to follow steps and a list of the materials required.
Folding attic ladders come in tow main varieties the first one folds and unfolds automatically and the second one can be folded and unfolded manually.
I built an attic ladder and installed it in just 1 weekend.
You can build the ladder in two or three pieces and put it together afterward or cut it after it has been built.
Step 4 cut the ladder.
Once the ladder is complete you must turn it into a folding ladder so that it can be easily stored above.