Use a pencil and draw a box within the joists.
How to build an attic access door.
Using a stud finder mark your joists.
How to make an attic access door.
After choosing a.
An attic access opening runs between the ceiling joists whenever possible.
Measure and draw the width between the joists and 28 to 30 inches for the length of the panel.
Use a straight edge knife to cut any drywall paper that.
Attic access panel determine where your joists are.
Select a closet ceiling or hallway ceiling with good floor space underneath since you will need to use a ladder to access your attic.
Use a narrow.
Using drywall knife start cutting the ceiling out along your line.
Building an attic trap door location is everything.