Monthly Archives: June 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. Taking a Look at Loft Flooring

    Taking a Look at Loft Flooring

    It’s the foundation of any usable space, whether downstairs in the living room or up in the attic - quality flooring can really help pave the way for you to be able turn that loft into someplace practical, comfortable and generally a much safer environment to be in.

    So with that being said, we decided it would be a good idea to take a look at some of the principals behind laying down a good, safe and sturdy loft floor.

    Think about energy efficiency (subfloor)

    Beneath your attic flooring on show, there also needs to be a sub layer that’s used to support the entire surface and compress insulation materials between the joists and trusses.

    Without going into too much detail here (you can find out more about attic insulation in the link above) the m

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  2. 3 Tips for Keeping Your Attic Conversion Cool in The Summer

    3 Tips for Keeping Your Attic Conversion Cool in The Summer

    Summer is finally upon us, and while that means family barbecues, trips to the seaside and plenty of other lovely things to do in the sunshine, it also means the temperature in your attic conversion will also be on the rise. Attics can get very hot and damp in the summer, not only is this uncomfortable, it’s also very bad for the structural condition of your house. Taking the time to keep your attic cool and properly ventilated won’t just result in a more comfortable living space, it will also save on costly repairs in the long run. So with that being said, here’s 3 tips on how to keep you attic cool during the hotter months: Light coloured roof tiles Lighter coloured roof tiles can be a very effective way of keeping your at

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