Attic Ladder Seal

Attach foam tape weather stripping to the top edge of the box to form a tighter seal.

Attic ladder seal.

Cut a piece of foam the size of the exterior dimensions of the box for the lid. That means it will protect against the heat loss from your home. Set aside the trim and using caulk for smaller gaps less than 1 4â or foam sealant for larger ones seal the gap between the attic hatch framing and the rough cut drywall. Use caulk to air seal between the frame.

Make sure the box fits squarely over the access. This attic ladder wooden door frame features rubber gasket seal between the boards that is rated for 5 2 r value. Create a box using the foam board. Apply self adhesive foam weatherstrip tape to the top edge of the stop.

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Once you have the materials you can follow these steps to seal the attic pull down stairs. If your hatch rests directly on the moldings add 2 1 2 inch wide stops around the opening. Seal the attic access weatherstrip the attic access hatch or door. Cut 1 3 boards to fit the perimeter of the opening and nail them on with 6d finish nails.

An innovative air locking design creates a tight seal reducing drafts and air leakage up to 60. The werner energy seal aluminum attic ladder delivers the werner energy seal aluminum attic ladder delivers five times more energy efficiency than a traditional attic ladder with its insulated door and weather stripping that offer energy saving benefits. If the gap is less than 1 2. Fakro steel attic access ladder is built to provide an easy as well as safe access to the attic space.

The stops provide a wider surface for attaching the weatherstrip and a space to mount hook and eye fasteners. Affix the fiberglass insulation to the top of the box.