Monthly Archives: January 2014

Looking for advice on loft ladders, stairs or loft conversions? Explore our latest blogs offering product comparisons, important information on regulations, as well as tips and inspiration for your loft space.

  1. A Step in the Right Direction: Frequently Asked Questions About Loft Conversions Answered

    A Step in the Right Direction: Frequently Asked Questions About Loft Conversions Answered

    With the need for more space being a priority for many homeowners, converting your attic into a usable living space is a very affordable way of expanding your home. In fact, a loft conversion is probably a far more viable option than you even realised – not to mention a great way of increasing the value of your property.

    That's why we thought it best to go over the sort of questions and concerns homeowners like you are likely to ask when considering a loft conversion.

    Q. What are the most common types of loft conversion?

    A. It generally depends on how you intend to use the extra space that another room in your home would provide. A full loft conversion in the traditional sense would mean installing a master or guest bedroom, as this would arguably give the best return on investment.

    However, plenty of homeowners choose to utilise their attic space in order to

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  2. The Value and the Quality of a Good Loft Ladder

    When it comes to kitting out your attic, a loft ladder is more than an afterthought. It is an integral part of your overall home aesthetic, far more attractive than simply using a step ladder to get up into the loft space, and a much safer way of facilitating access. By installing a purpose built loft ladder you'll not only gain a lovely piece of furniture that compliments your living space, you could also be saving yourself a grievous injury caused by a fall. That's why it's so important that anybody in the market for a loft ladder takes the time to consider which type is right for them.

    If you are currently thinking about buying a loft ladder, especially for the first time, chances are you have already started to feel a little overwhelmed by the wide range of choice available and their respective prices. You want to make sure you are getting the best piece of equipment for your money, but at the same time you may

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  3. Rooms With Spectacular Views: Our Favourite Loft Remodels This Month

    Rooms With Spectacular Views: Our Favourite Loft Remodels This Month

    Eye Catching Loft Remodels

    If the New Year has got you thinking about making some changes around the home, particularly when it comes to adding more living space, you may want to consider remodelling that dusty old attic into something far more comfortable.

    Now is the best time to start implementing those plans you've always dreamed of, whether it is an extra bedroom, bathroom, or custom hideaway. So to get things going, here are just a few of our favourite loft conversions to have caught our eye at the beginning of 2014:

    An all-white colour scheme of this bedroom makes the room appear a lot bigger than it actually is and helps the lower parts of the ceiling seem taller. It's a perfect example of how a clever use of colour can accentuate space, where there was little space to begin with.

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