Whether your home has a small attic space that serves only for insulation or a large space that is suitable for storage, you will need to have adequate access to it. Some options include pull-down stair assemblies or telescoping ladders. We will concentrate, however, on a simple access.
Instructions
Building a Ceiling Access Panel
1. Cut an opening in the area where you want access, using an electric saw. You may want to have this access located in a closet or other unassuming location. Cut a small hole in between the ceiling joists so that you can measure out an exact distance between the joists to cut from below.
2. Install two pieces of 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 between the ceiling joists. These pieces will establish the opposite dimension of your opening. Use a sufficient number of screws to ensure that these pieces will bear your weight.
3. Cut a piece of 1/2- or 3/4-inch plywood that will fit into your opening without leaving excessive gaps around the edges. Secure batt insulation on the side that will face the attic area.
4. Install the casing, with finishing nails, around the opening. Make sure that the ceiling panel is already in the attic, placed to the side. The casing will need to extend slightly into the opening to serve as the seat for the panel.
5. Paint or finish the exposed side of the panel and the casing.
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