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Section 1.2
TOOLS AND MATERIALS NEEDED
Materials:
• Several pieces of joist-sized lumber (the amount depends on the specific installation).
• 16d sinker nails or screws of equivalent strength (24 - 60 depending on the specific
installation).
• 20d sinker nails or screws of equivalent strength are needed for installation where joists
are cut.
Stepladder:
• You need a stepladder that is tall enough so that you can get into the overhead space
without stepping above the working height of the ladder. The working height of the ladder
is two steps down from the top.
• Your stepladder must also have a Duty Rating that is greater than the sum of your weight
plus the weight of the attic ladder.
Be careful when using a stepladder to climb into and out of the overhead space.
Tools For Creating a Rough Opening:
• Flashlight or extension light
• Claw hammer
• Pencil
• Hand saw / power saw
• Tape measure
• Framing square
• Tools to cut a hole in the existing ceilling
Safety Equipment:
• Gloves
• Safety goggles
• Dust mask
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