Open the third section of attic stairs and lay them on the sawhorses or worktable.
How to cut attic stairs.
Cut the drywall straight across between the two joists connecting the ends of the two cut lines on the far edge of the attic access hole.
Once you re in the attic locate the screw.
Cut around ceiling trim with a utility knife.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed.
Remove the loose section of drywall.
We ll show you how to cut out frame the opening then install a fo.
Repeat the cut on the.
When you find it remove the insulation from the area and determine which of the joists you re going to cut.
The screw should be between two joists.
Transfer the measurements from your template wood.
One will be used as your stationary the other you ll cut header it off and put your attic stair in.
Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic.