If the attic space is smaller than these specs then an access hatch is not required.
													
																	Garage attic access hatch. 
									
	
		
	
																	22 5 in x 54 in folding wood attic ladder with 300 lbs. 
																	Capacity item 1255125 model 869718. 
																	I do not come across attic hatches in garage setting often. 
																	Take a look at our fire rated draft stop drop in flush installation recessed drywall inlay and gypsum panels now. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Fakro lwf 22 5x54 fire rated wood attic ladder 7 95 ft to 10 08 ft. 
																	The hatch enclosure was not fire rated as well. 
																	This access hatch cover was typical particle board with a block of polystyrene eps. 
																	32764 using code irc the garage shall be separated from the residence and its attic area by not less than 1 2 inch 12 7 mm. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	A step ladder provides attic access. 
																	The third factor to consider is the insulation r value. 
																	Access doors and panels offers you ceiling and attic access panels fire rated upward opening fire rated downward opening with or without drywall flange. 
																	Panady attic stairs insulation cover 25 x 54 x 11 class a fireproof attic door insulation cover attic access insulation cover attic stairway insulator attic ladder insulation cover 4 8 out of 5 stars 329. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	No markings to identify if the eps was fire resistant. 
																	An insulated fire rated door carries a temperature rise rating that uninsulated ones don t have. 
																	E z hatch fits into a 22 5 in. 
																	E z hatch is pre finished and includes trim. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	It is for this reason that for safety and durability fire rated access door ceiling application requires an insulated product. 
																	E z hatch is an air tight attic access door that meets the new codes. 
																	The access opening should be located in a hallway or other readily accessible location and minimum 22 x 30. 
																	Here s the full text of the code. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	E z hatch is the alternative. 
																	The attic ladder is suitable for a ceiling height within this range by cutting the ladder removing or adding steps as well as making the necessary adjustments outlined in the instructions.