Loft Hatch Trap Door Catch Conversion Kit

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Then, poke through some scrap plastic in each one, so they're visible from above, where all 4 points in the attic can be lined up, to cut safely from above. To continue fitting the loft hatch and ladder, it was then a matter of following the instructions, starting with attaching the loft access door. Hanging the Wooden Loft Ladders to the Hatch When working out your timescales, make sure you're building in time for any additional work that needs to be done once the conversion is fitted.

Also, this may be different if you live in a listed building. But, one thing is certain, you must comply with building regulations. And, where you do cut access for your ceiling hatch, support replacements must be put in place. How to Build a Loft HatchAlso, where it meets, there's a matching part. I'm not sure if it was already in place, or you need to screw in yourself, but don't remember any difficulties. Cutting the Loft Ladders To get started, my Dad and I decided on the loft hatch position, which was in the new DIY UPVC porch we installed. Important Tips If your existing loft hatch is a piece of timber there is a good chance that it won’t be well draught proofed or insulated If, for example, you want to create access to your attic in a confined area, then I recommend these WolfWise telescopic loft ladders for small spaces.

A loft can also affect not just mess in your home, but the current layout. For example, you may need to relocate a water tank from the loft to elsewhere in your home or get fire doors fitted to satisfy building regulations. Meanwhile, we eyeballed what was even as possible, ensuring nothing hung over the fascia's cut opening.If you are staying elsewhere while your loft conversion is completed, you should tell your insurer about this, and try to give several weeks’ notice. After drawing around the template, I drilled a hole to slot the jigsaw through and cut the UPVC cladding. Roof trusses are timber frameworks that span the cross-section of your loft space and support your roof.