Then add insulation batting to form a pillow and wrap it up like a birthday present as shown.
Diy attic door.
The same principle can be used for just an access panel to get into the attic.
The attic access door is often the name used to describe push up type access panels knee wall doors or any type of entry point into the attic space.
Today i wanted to share a tutorial for diy attic access including how we made the attic access panel.
The access door also serves as a ceiling vent for removing fumes from the room to an attic fan.
Set the free pulley on the attic floor off to the side of the door.
In order to provide mechanical advantage this pulley needs to remain unattached to anything but the rope that is connected to the fixed pulley.
Add foam insulation tape around the edges to seal the perimeter where it rests in the access hole.
If you are using this.
When you are ready to use the hoist bring the free pulley downstairs.