Single family dwelling, 1 floor,, insolation in attic,, but I store things up there.. would like to place boards, similiar to those used in
Florida for shutters, so that I can walk directly on beams.. good idea, and where do I go? Home Depot and Lowes are both located here, but I want to do this project myself.
2006-10-27 19:07:50 · 9 answers · asked by Manatee 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
its really pretty easy first find out how much weight your attic can support you might want to talk to your local building inspector for a permit 1 inch by 6 inch boards work the best just nail them in place be carefull of electric wires im not a carpenter but i grew up with one good luck hope this helps there is nothing like looking at the finnished product and being able to say "i did that"
2006-10-28 06:53:16 · answer #1 · answered by edward m 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are very smart to want to do that.. Most people, unfortunately, just store some stuff there with no regard to placing such on a type of wood flooring.
If you want something cheap and I would r ecommend that.. get the measurements of what you want "floorerd" and go to HOme Depot or Lowe's or any lumber yard outlet and get some tongue in groove flooring(in their lumber section and not the flooring section).. In view that this is in the attic, I would recommend getting as wide a board as you can get.. probably 6" or 8" is as wide as it comes and place that in the unfinished attic. Make SURE THAT the wood does NOT bear down onto any wiring tht is criss-crossing the wood beams..
2006-10-28 04:07:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
u have to determine what size lumber u can get into ur attic.unless u have an attic staircase usually there is only a small 2'x2' attic skuttle hole.
more than likely u will have to cut all lumber to be used.
the easiest thing to do is use 2x4's and just lay them flat accross ur ceiling joist.i would reccomend precut studs(92 5/8" in lenght)should be short enough to offer more room for manuevering.depending on how much weight u need for storage,1/2" osb will suffice for the floor of it.
just be sure ur ceiling joist are strong enough to support the weight u want to store.
also u may be able to just lay the plywood directly to ceiling joist.
just contact ur local hardware store and go to contract sales.they will be able to help u with this improvement.
2006-10-28 03:08:50 · answer #3 · answered by 'HUMVEE' 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For safety and stability you need to buy the widest and longest half/inch spruce boards or plywood that you can easily place up on the rafters. As you go along, use a cordless drill to place a few one 1.5 inch wood screws into each rafter. But it wherever has best price. Do not espose to moisture or stand upright before installation, since they will twist and warp. Do not use pressure treated wood anywhere indoors, due to chemicals.
You mention insulation in attic. Is is properly covered? If not, cover with vapour barrier, or wear a mask when up in that space.
2006-10-27 21:13:32 · answer #4 · answered by unfinished_adolescent 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That depends on how much of the attic do you intend to use.
If you just want to store a few things, all you need is a few cut pieces of 2 by 4's and place them on the beams and then place a few cut sheets of 3/4. Thats it.
2006-10-28 02:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well Miss scarlet, I have been a carpenter for a few weeks and then some now and to be truthful the best resolution to this is that you call me , I come over since you wish to do it yourself I will be the on site troubleshooter and help you from start to completion with any and all your needs, but I get to meet that cute little boy and we all take a road trip to go blue crabbing at st. Georges Island ( Grew UP in Fla) singing our hearts out the entire ride, Not stopping even when someone pulls next to us.Oh Yea sounds like fun.
if you do not agree just do me one favor . BE real safe up there Your boy needs his mommy. If you can get sheets of plywood up there do that start in one spot and keep working forward. If not full 8x4 sheets fit .cut them in half. You are one lovely looking southern belle
Bye For Now
2006-10-27 21:58:37 · answer #6 · answered by countryman_7116 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any kind of lumber could be used, 3/4" thick is usually my preference. Measure from the middle of one rafter to the middle of the rafter closest to the length of the boards you choose and cut them to that length and screw or nail them down. I dont recomend letting them hanging over the edge of a rafter too far . If you step on an unsupported end you may find yourself back downstairs. Plywood works well too but is harder to get up there sometimes.
2006-10-27 20:41:36 · answer #7 · answered by jdris52@flash.net 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I would go to Lowe's and ask someone. You know them men at Lowe's know alot.......You can take classes and stuff there too.
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2006-10-27 20:16:14 · answer #8 · answered by ▒Яenée▒ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Also this will pass. I would want to see to you to enjoy.
2006-10-28 03:14:01 · answer #9 · answered by robepelle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋