Measure cut and.
Trim out attic ladder.
First the trim provides an attractive finish to the cut.
I would like to change out a cheap looking trim used to finish around an attic door which has access from a laundry room so it s in a visible place and make it look more professional finished.
The purpose of the trim is two fold.
Inspect the room to decide the most convenient location for the attic stairs for a new stair installation or enlarge.
Measure and mark the stair opening dimensions required from either the room below or from the attic above.
It s side by side with a recessed panel which houses a fluorecent light.
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Stretch a tape measure along one of the long sides of the stair opening and write down the measurement.
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Measure the front edge of the stairs from left to right using the tape measure and.
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Measure and cut top side cut a 45 degree angle on a piece that will be used for the top of the attic stairs.
Second the trim acts as a ledge for the drywall ceiling piece to rest upon when you don t need access into the attic.
Nail trim to door jamb cut the second 45 degree angle on the first piece of trim and hold it in place along with.
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Use trim molding that is wide enough not only to cover the rough cut but also to extend far enough into the opening to that the drywall has plenty of room to sit and not fall out.
Position a step ladder under the attic stairs so that you can easily access the ceiling area.