Diy Garage Attic Storage

If you re not certain whether your attic can bear the load it s best to consult a structural engineer.

Diy garage attic storage. Here we ve compiled the ones that are bound to have your attic looking and feeling more organized within an hour or two. It is really easy to lay down sheets of plywood between the rafters. Thanks lowe s for sponsoring this vid. If your garage attic has a floor plywood or osb and enough space for you to stand up chances are you have trusses suitable for an attic lift.

Place ledger boards along the back wall and nail them into the studs to anchor the new loft. Attics they re dark and dingy but great for storage if you can gain the right access especially in a garage attic. Cut 2 x 10 ledger boards with a miter saw. Here is an example for just a small space between rafters.

The original insulation was near 40 years old and sitting below the ceiling joists in many spots. Take a few of our favorite attic storage ideas into consideration. Create a stable floor. Each project is simple easy enough to put together and aesthetically pleasing too.

You will always want to check the walls for wires and pipes in addition to studs using a stud finder. You definitely do not want to step through your ceiling and adding the flooring may be all the storage area you need. Several years ago we wanted to beef up the insulation in our main attic to help make our home more energy efficient.