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![Why You Should Choose Modular Loft Stairs For your Loft]()
Read more »It’s that time of year again, and we’re all going through the same motions. We head up into our lofts, fall over boxes and old furniture, and try to retrieve our Christmas decorations and trees for yet another season of giving. But, how many of you have stopped and looked around the loft, wondering ‘what a great extra room this would make’ or ‘I could turn this into a lovely home office’, but then put it to the back of your mind for yet another year. It may be that you’re not ready for the amount of work this will entail, but what could be stopping you is the thought that you might not have enough space for another staircase in your home. In this blog, we explain how modular stairs can change your life!
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![Introducing the Dolle Prova Railing System]()
Read more »A custom-fit product ideal for locations such as mezzanines, balconies, deckings and patio areas. It’s contemporary and stylish design compliments any indoor or outdoor living space. If you’re looking to replace your outdated mezzanine balustrade, the Prova Railing System is the perfect solution offering a safe and secure product that can enhance your mezzanine area. The versatile design of the Prova Railing allows it to be positioned around the perimeter of its intended location and follow any unique specification. The pure and simple lines of the Prova Railing will make it a standout feature for either your newly converted mezzanine floor or outdoor decking area.
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![Spring Into Action: Loft Designs to Inspire for 2017]()
Read more »Lofts, the space above our heads in our houses, should be kept in an appealing and beautiful style. 2017 has been a year of fashionable loft conversions and whether you are looking for a totally new loft or intending to rip out the current one and replace it with a trending one, you have a wide range of options to choose from. Whether it's a modern, minimalistic look you're going for or a more industrial looking conversion, we explore a number of the trending loft conversion options you can use.
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![How to Choose the Right Loft Ladder & Hatch]()
Read more »Fitting a loft ladder and loft hatch will make a considerable difference to any property as it will make easily accessible the often unused space under a roof. But whether it is for a full loft conversion or simply to allow access to additional storage space, making the right decisions and choosing from the wide range of loft ladders and hatches available requires a little thought. Loft Centre stock and supply a wide range of loft ladders and hatches, so we are taking a look at the aspects you need to consider when deciding on the right loft ladder and hatch for your home.
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![Spiral Staircase Prices - How Affordable Are They Really?]()
Read more »When remodelling our homes, we very often do not consider the possibility that we might want to integrate a spiral staircase into our new home design. But why not? Very often, DIY enthusiasts and other homeowners are put off from the very notion of a spiral staircase because they believe these to be more expensive than regular staircases. In this blog we are going to dispel that myth by taking a look at why a spiral staircase may just be the right choice for your home.
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![Dolle Loft Ladders - Which are right for you?]()
Read more »Using a Dolle Loft Ladders gives you easy and safe access to your loft/attic area. There are a wide range of Dolle loft ladders available, including budget aluminium ladders, premium folding timber ladders and space economical concertinas. With such a wide range of loft ladders to choose from, how do you pick the one that is right for you? The type of ladder that you choose will depend on your personal preferences, how often you will use your ladder, as well as the space available. Read on to find out how to discover the right loft ladder for your needs.
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![Commercial Loft Ladders: Design Options & Their Benefits]()
Read more »There is no doubt that lofts are some of the most functional environments within any home or business. They are able to provide ample storage space, they can be converted into other areas such as an additional bathroom and in many cases, such lofts can even be used as a spare office or apartment. It can still be challenging to access these areas. This is the main reason why Loft Centre has provided a stand-alone selection of commercial loft ladders. Let us take a look at some of the design options that our customers can select.
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![2017: The Perfect Time to Convert Your Loft]()
Read more »As the new year quickly approaches, many of us are considering renovations within our homes. One of the most common and beneficial solutions is a loft conversion. Whether you are looking for a totally new loft or intending to rip out the current one and replace it with a trending one, there are so many options for you. But why is this project so popular and what are some of the main benefits that you will be able to enjoy with your loft conversion during 2017 and beyond?
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![Illuminating Thoughts on Loft Lighting Solutions]()
Read more »Loft light for all purposes
Lighting your loft can involve some tricky decisions. Whether your loft has been converted for many years but now needs a rethink, or perhaps you have recently added a loft conversion to your home, the factors you will need to take into account will be similar. The best place to start when thinking about this illuminating topic is to list every purpose that your loft will be used for. In recent years, with increasing house prices and pressure on living spaces, many of us choose to use our lofts not just for storage but also a multitude of every day purposes, from bedrooms to playrooms, to home offices or even home cinemas. The standards of safe, practical and attractive lighting demanded will therefore vary slightly according to the size, shape and usage requirements of your own space.
Natural light is free
It's obvious to start with natural lighting, since this is our greatest free resource. Dormer windows are rightly popular as they add that vital bit of
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![5 Creative Storage Solutions To Revolutionise Your Loft]()
Read more »5 Loft Storage Solutions To Maximise Your Space
Create Loft Storage Solutions For Your Home
Whether used solely for storage or as extra living space the household loft can always benefit from creative approaches to storage and use of the available space. Although they may seem simple and obvious the five suggestions that follow can make a world of difference when combined.
Accessibility
However well-appointed a loft may be, getting into it and accessing what is inside is the first order of priority when considering a loft storage solution, so choosing the right kind of entrance from the wide range of loft ladders and loft stairs is essential.
When storing items it is vital to ensure that they remain accessible, regardless of what they are stored in. Whether a piece of furniture or a simple cardboard box it is not much fun wrestling and twisting to try to access whatever is inside.
Maximise space
Lofts are by nature, unusual in shape - sloping roofs and ceilings on at least one side
