Monthly Archives: March 2015

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. 7 Ways to Make Spring Cleaning Your Loft More Effective

    Did you have March 20th circled-in on your calendar? Unless it was somebody’s birthday, probably not. In case you didn’t already know, this date marks the official start of spring - at 10:45 PM GMT to be precise - and that can only mean one thing; it’s time for a good old-fashioned Spring Clean in the attic.

    Whether you’re a regular loft-user or only make use of it now and again, it’s almost certainly in need of a thorough tidying since the last time you did it properly, so what better time to give it the good once-over and freshen things up a little. That’s why we’ve put together a few Spring Clean tips to get your loft nice and clean for the summer, from cluttered storage spaces to bedroom and bathroom conversions.

    Bathroom Boosters

    If you’re lucky enough to have an extra bathroom or ensuite in your loft, then you’ll know how good it feels to have a clean and tidy san

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  2. Rooms With Spectacular Views - The New York Look

    Rooms With Spectacular Views - The New York Look

    When it comes to lofty inspirations, New York is the UK’s prime location for property ideas, according to a recent article in Life & Style Property.

    Last year saw a reported rise in the popularity of lateral living, with more buyers than ever opting for large, sprawling apartments instead of traditional housing. And with more homeowners converting their unused attics into liveable spaces, it’s easy to see how the New York look is in such high demand right now.

    Relaxed, stylish and spacious, it’s a look that suits a converted loft perfectly. That’s why we’ve put together some of our favourite New York loft designs to get your creative juices flowing.

    The Hipster Coffee House

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  3. Flowers in The Attic - 5 Fresh Ideas to Brighten Your Loft This Spring

    Flowers in The Attic - 5 Fresh Ideas to Brighten Your Loft This Spring

    Brightening Your Loft

    With spring just around the corner, we'’ve been seriously thinking of ways to liven up our attic rooms and make things all lovely and bright. A few light touches here and there can really make all the difference, from the odd creative textile usage to clever flower displays and window dressings. It’s all about embracing the change of the season. So why not try a few of these ideas to create a warm, inviting attic room that’s bang on trend for Springtime 2015.

    Sugar Ceramics

    Looking like something between mother of pearl and a sugar-glazed gobstopper, these elegant ‘sugar ceramic’ style vases really convey an essence of chic in the most bright and modern way possible. A surprising mix of vintage and glam that would look great in your

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  4. New Year’s Installations - 4 Things You Need to Do Throughout 2015

    Okay, we may already be well into the first quarter of the new year - March to be exact - and many of your resolutions for 2015 have probably been broken by now, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t time left over the next 9 months to make the most of your loft space.

    So in the interest of creating, building and maintaining the best home possible, here’s 4 things you need to do in 2015.

    1. Invest in a proper loft ladder

    It’s finally time to pack away those stepladders for good. No more traipsing out the garage/garden shed every time you need to get up into the loft.

    Investing in a proper loft ladder ensures easy, immediate loft access, with the added bonus of being safe and secure. There’s a wide range of different models to choose from - some more ideal than others, depending on how you intend to use your loft space - so chec

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  5. Does a Loft Conversion Top a Home Extension Every Time?

    Does a Loft Conversion Top a Home Extension Every Time?

    It’s that time of year when homeowners everywhere start thinking about their current available living space and what they can do to make more/the most of it. An obvious answer would be to move altogether, but moving house is costly and not the most simplest of solutions - especially when you’re already settled and absolutely in love with your property and the surrounding area.

    So what other options are available? Well, it’s typically a toss-up between an outward home extension on the side or rear of your property or a loft conversion. Both are excellent choices for increasing useable space but each has their own advantages over the other. It all depends on what kind of budget you have and how you intend to use your renovated space once it’s finished.

    We think a loft conversion tops a home extension (pretty much) every time. But in order to help you come to a decision, we’ve listed a few good reasons why:

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