Comments on: Installing a Folding Attic Ladder in the Garage http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/ DIY, Woodworking, CNC & Other Interesting Stuff Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:27:57 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: Richard http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-3186 Richard Tue, 08 Feb 2011 15:37:36 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-3186 Is there any alternative to hinging the trap door when fitting an aluminium 2/3 piece attic ladder? Just seems like so much work requires skill to get right. Is there any alternative to hinging the trap door when fitting an aluminium 2/3 piece attic ladder? Just seems like so much work requires skill to get right.

]]> By: Alan Lilly http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-2394 Alan Lilly Tue, 04 Jan 2011 01:54:49 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-2394 <a href="#comment-2393" rel="nofollow">@Jason Reed </a> Thanks Jason. My werner model is no longer available, but I've seen a newer aluminum version at lowes which seems nice. http://www.lowes.com/pd_304101-287-AL2210_?productId=3031830 Reviews show hit or miss for many attic ladders, but I'm happy with my older style werner. I'd recommend picking it up locally which would make it easier to return if you have a problem. @Jason Reed
Thanks Jason. My werner model is no longer available, but I’ve seen a newer aluminum version at lowes which seems nice. http://www.lowes.com/pd_304101-287-AL2210_?productId=3031830

Reviews show hit or miss for many attic ladders, but I’m happy with my older style werner.

I’d recommend picking it up locally which would make it easier to return if you have a problem.

]]> By: Jason Reed http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-2393 Jason Reed Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:12:36 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-2393 I like your site and great creations.  One question I have is regarding the brand and model number of attic ladder you used or would suggest.  I grew up with my Dad having an attic ladder and I know I want to install one in the garage of my new home.  I've researched various brands such as Werner but it seems many manufacturers have good and bad ones alike.   I know I want one that is aluminum for its lightweight and strength qualities, but do you have a brand/model you could recommend or pros and cons to consider when shopping?  I have seen some that seem high quality but then people ubox them and gripe about poor installation instructions or less than quality springs/linkages, etc.   Any feedback you could provide would be appreciated as I know I'll get one soon, just not sure which one.   Thanks, Jason I like your site and great creations.  One question I have is regarding the brand and model number of attic ladder you used or would suggest.  I grew up with my Dad having an attic ladder and I know I want to install one in the garage of my new home.  I’ve researched various brands such as Werner but it seems many manufacturers have good and bad ones alike.
 
I know I want one that is aluminum for its lightweight and strength qualities, but do you have a brand/model you could recommend or pros and cons to consider when shopping?  I have seen some that seem high quality but then people ubox them and gripe about poor installation instructions or less than quality springs/linkages, etc.
 
Any feedback you could provide would be appreciated as I know I’ll get one soon, just not sure which one.
 
Thanks, Jason

]]> By: Alan Lilly http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-1803 Alan Lilly Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:48:29 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-1803 My attic ladder is an older werner model with thinner engineered sides. Some people have complained that its hinge points weaken and break over time. I haven't had that problem yet. But, I think that is why the current version of the werner attic ladder I've seen at Lowes has been redesigned with a beefier traditional aluminum extrusion. In my area (Michigan) werner is the best attic ladder I've seen and their current model looks better than my version. I think the key to longevity is to pay attention to how you walk up and down the ladder. Step with even pressure. If you bound on each step then your weight (and the weight of what your carrying) is doubled, which will put a lot of stress on the ladders hinge points. My attic ladder is an older werner model with thinner engineered sides. Some people have complained that its hinge points weaken and break over time. I haven’t had that problem yet. But, I think that is why the current version of the werner attic ladder I’ve seen at Lowes has been redesigned with a beefier traditional aluminum extrusion. In my area (Michigan) werner is the best attic ladder I’ve seen and their current model looks better than my version. I think the key to longevity is to pay attention to how you walk up and down the ladder. Step with even pressure. If you bound on each step then your weight (and the weight of what your carrying) is doubled, which will put a lot of stress on the ladders hinge points.

]]> By: Jason Reed http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-1802 Jason Reed Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:04:14 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-1802 I like your site and great creations.  One question I have is regarding the brand and model number of attic ladder you used or would suggest.  I grew up with my Dad having an attic ladder and I know I want to install one in the garage of my new home.  I've researched various brands such as Werner but it seems many manufacturers have good and bad ones alike.   I know I want one that is aluminum for its lightweight and strength qualities, but do you have a brand/model you could recommend or pros and cons to consider when shopping?  I have seen some that seem high quality but then people unbox them and gripe about poor installation instructions or less than quality springs/linkages, etc.   Any feedback you could provide would be appreciated as I know I'll get one soon, just not sure which one.   Thanks, Jason I like your site and great creations.  One question I have is regarding the brand and model number of attic ladder you used or would suggest.  I grew up with my Dad having an attic ladder and I know I want to install one in the garage of my new home.  I’ve researched various brands such as Werner but it seems many manufacturers have good and bad ones alike.
 
I know I want one that is aluminum for its lightweight and strength qualities, but do you have a brand/model you could recommend or pros and cons to consider when shopping?  I have seen some that seem high quality but then people unbox them and gripe about poor installation instructions or less than quality springs/linkages, etc.
 
Any feedback you could provide would be appreciated as I know I’ll get one soon, just not sure which one.
 
Thanks, Jason

]]> By: Alan Lilly http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-1493 Alan Lilly Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:35:42 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-1493 I got it at lowes. The current model from the manufacturer is even more sturdy. I think they had enough complaints about this model breaking at the hinge point. Mine is still fine though. I got it at lowes. The current model from the manufacturer is even more sturdy. I think they had enough complaints about this model breaking at the hinge point. Mine is still fine though.

]]> By: bob http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-1491 bob Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:31:52 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-1491 Alan, that ladder looks very sturdy. Where did you get it? Alan, that ladder looks very sturdy. Where did you get it?

]]> By: John Essex http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-870 John Essex Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:10:19 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-870 Love the video, very well done! Nice ladder as well, most of the ones we use in the UK are of the sliding type, either in wood or aluminium. I notice that it looks like you used ply for flooring in the attic space, again another difference here in the UK is we tend to use flooring grade chipboard. Was there any particular reason you used ply? However, I would use ply myself as its superior to chipboard but in the UK ply is expensive compared to chipboard. Love the video, very well done! Nice ladder as well, most of the ones we use in the UK are of the sliding type, either in wood or aluminium. I notice that it looks like you used ply for flooring in the attic space, again another difference here in the UK is we tend to use flooring grade chipboard. Was there any particular reason you used ply? However, I would use ply myself as its superior to chipboard but in the UK ply is expensive compared to chipboard.

]]> By: Kristian http://panofish.net/installing-a-folding-attic-ladder-in-the-garage/comment-page-1/#comment-293 Kristian Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:16:58 +0000 http://panofish.net/?p=18#comment-293 Hi there, Nicely done. Great video too. Attic ladders are really a fantastic way to open up some extra storage in the house. The plywood is also very professional, made a real storage area in your attic. Adds value to your property too. And Makita rocks, I definitely agree with you on that one. Hi there,
Nicely done. Great video too. Attic ladders are really a fantastic way to open up some extra storage in the house. The plywood is also very professional, made a real storage area in your attic. Adds value to your property too. And Makita rocks, I definitely agree with you on that one.

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