How to Install Wooden loft Ladder I much prefer these to the Metal loft ladders, what do you prefer? To make the install a lot easier use 2 off cuts of 4x2 Temporary fix them at short ends of opening With it packed down the thickness of ceiling finish And set in 10mm smaller than length of hatch frame You can then lift the hatch up into loft and drop back down to rest on the 4x2 then open hatch and pull down ladder to pack and screw frame to ceiling With the bottom section folded back take measu