I'm sure they do. I didn't look for any. Those pull down ladders are usually very narrow and flimsy. These still feel very solid.Nice work.
Does anyone still make those folding attic stairs that you pull down to access?
Just curious.
Where does the railing go?
I don't doubt it. And probably more so with newer models.
I haven't figured out how I'm going to do the hand rail yet. I just finished up the big part last night near 10:00pm.
Looks like you should be able to just bolt a hand rail to the side of the outside stringer (I wouldn't use screws as they could tear out). Just have to consider the clearance between the top end of rail and the ceiling.
Is there any kind or locking mechanism to lock it in the down position so the outside stinger can't fold under while using the stairs? Would be practically required if you attach the railing to it.
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Nice work.
Does anyone still make those folding attic stairs that you pull down to access?
Just curious.
Yep. Lots of options. Of course, most of them are aluminum nowadays.
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I'll look at your idea on the hand rail. There is a lock made of iron on the little stud wall that keeps it from folding under and supports it when folded down.
Always been interested in blacksmith projects as well as glass fusing.
Acquired an anvil a few years ago and built a base for it
Recently got the bug again so started building a forge. Fire brick came from Lowe’s.
Put everything under tension while welding to keep the firebrick solid.
Finally finished the door today. Just waiting on the 160,000 BTU stainless twin burners to get here from Amazon to complete the project.
Acquired an anvil a few years ago and built a base for it
Recently got the bug again so started building a forge. Fire brick came from Lowe’s.
Put everything under tension while welding to keep the firebrick solid.
Finally finished the door today. Just waiting on the 160,000 BTU stainless twin burners to get here from Amazon to complete the project.
All very cool.
Is that stand some sort of axle housing?
Is that stand some sort of axle housing?
No, it's a reducing pipe flange that I welded a section of 10" pipe to and a platform on top.
The forge may also get used to melt the bucket of scrap brass that is cracked or not otherwise usable. The scrap yard won't take it as they think it will be dangerous or something, so it will get melted into an ingot.
