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  • Nov 15, 2012, 03:01 PM
    derek2561
    How do I drywall over an existing attic hatch
    Hey there,
    I'm trying to make our home more energy efficient. There is an attic hatch roughly 23 x 29 that is not used as we have a second one. I'm trying to figure out the best way to do this. Should I cut back the existing drywall to expose half of the rough ins and screw in my new drywall into this? Or should I screw in new rough ins around the existing ones on all four sides and screw in the dry wall to these?

    Thanks,
    Derek
  • Nov 15, 2012, 03:32 PM
    joypulv
    I'd leave it as is, and make an insulation blanket to put above it, using a large trash bag and some fiberglass. That's what I did for my folding attic staircase, except I used a cheap tarp for a much bigger blanket.
    You never know when you might find that hatch handier than the other one.
  • Nov 15, 2012, 04:24 PM
    ma0641
    Just sister 2x4 to the existing ones and add one in the middle. Then drywall over the hole and finish. Make sure to insulate the fill on piece.
  • Nov 16, 2012, 12:29 AM
    creahands
    Joypulz,s way is the easiest and will give you excess if you want it in the future.

    Chuck

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