Wooden attic ladders wood or plywood is a great material for staircases it makes any space cozier and comfier and you can easily construct such a staircase.
Diy attic access ladder.
Using a reciprocating saw start your cut by lightly tapping the blade into the drywall and cut along the chalk.
Measure 54 inches and tap the second nail next to the same joist image 1.
How to install an attic ladder step 1.
Attic ladders can be small or large spiral or regular and you can choose almost any material to build one.
By creating an attic access ladder you can have an easy way to climb up into your attic space.
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.
Snap a chalk line between the two.
Measure and cut.