Werner Two Section Aluminium Loft Ladder with Handrail

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Once you have identified the centre and found a suitable space for the twist catch, drill a hole about 13mm (half an inch) at the cross section. Clear off any debris and slot through the catch operator so the long part is facing into the attic.

If you have done this correctly, your loft ladder should touch the floor when the hatch and struts are fully extended. Some loft ladder kits provide plastic feet for the end of the ladder. So, these should allow the ladder to sit squarely with the floor when fitted. You will use this to fit a twist catch. This twist catch is what will open the trap door. As such, make sure you leave enough space, so it does not catch on the edge of the opening and prevent the trap door from being brought down. Step three: Fit the twist catch Screw these hinges in place using the holes provided onto the trapdoor and floor. Step eight: Open the ladder and fit the stowing ‘V’ rod This superior two-section sliding loft ladder is made from tough aluminium and designed to cope with regular use. A heavy duty, high performance aluminium ladder for daily domestic and industrial use. Reassuringly sturdy, the Deluxe has two handrails for complete safety and fits openings from 686mm x 508mm.First things first, know what the Youngman telescopic loft ladder kit includes. You can review the standard parts that come with a telescopic loft ladder by Youngman in the table and diagram below. Discover what you need to ensure you have everything to hand when installing your loft ladder. Part number Note: Take care not to push or pull the box frame out of place when fitting the screws upwards. This can cause problems with the way the hatch lid closes. It can also cause problems with the way the ladder extends and sits when fully extended. Using your tape measure, measure the short side of the trap door. Then measure from the opening’s inner edge to the line marked to create a cross.

Now, you will most likely have a kit at hand with most of the items you need for the fitting. However, you will have to get other tools and parts as the kit does not include them all. So, here is what you will need to make sure you have before fitting your loft ladder: This is what will be used to catch the door when it is closed using the twist catch. So, make sure to test and measure the distances accurately. Step five: Measure the distance from the floor to the loft floor Method two: Nail the box to the ceiling joists with a hammer and nails. Step three: (Timber ladders) Cut the ladder to the required height Please note: The ladder’s long sides are known as ‘stiles’. The complete sections of the ladder are known as ‘frames’. Using this, you can identify the front ‘frame’ of the ladder via the rounded feet.

As with any ladder fitting, read the instructions that come with the ladder to ensure you do not fit it incorrectly. Remove the attachments and protective parts/wires holding it together. These can be disposed of. Step two: Attach thin timber lengths to shorter ends of the ladder frame Ensure the ladder opens the correct way and position it square to the ceiling. This guarantees the battens nailed to the sides support the ladder. If a trapdoor is already in place, move forward to the next step. However, if you need a new trapdoor, please follow this step accordingly. Lay your loft ladder in its folded structure onto the loft floor at the trapdoor side of the opening. The hinges should be facing down onto the short edge of the opening at this point.

Now using your drill, create a 13mm ( ½ an inch) hole in the centre. Sand it to smooth out any rough edges. Place the ladder in the position you want the ladder to open. Place small sections of timber board behind the frame and screw the ladder’s box frame in place. This will enable you to attach the ladder with the box to the frame for the attic opening. Place wedges beneath the timber lengths and use a spirit level to make sure it is flush with the opening to the attic. Step four: Screw the ladder in place All that’s left is to test the ladder! As always, look to the instructions provided to ensure you do not fit the ladder incorrectly.You can use the existing cover as a template for the new piece. Make sure that as you cut the new piece out, there is a slightly loose fit around each edge of the cove, around 3mm (⅛ of an inch maximum). Now close the hatch door and draw a line, using the measurement, up from the bottom edge. Make sure this is parallel with the opening. Homeowners and professional fitters can benefit from fitting a FAKRO loft ladder. So how do you install one? Using some rope and timber, temporarily attach timber around the short ends of the frame so that it hangs from the timber. After doing this, attach the springs. Step three: Hang the ladder in the holder from the frame of the attic