Loft Ladders and How to Use Your Loft Space Effectively

Storage space is at a premium nowadays and one way to create this is by using your loft space more effectively by installing one of the many loft ladders available. Whilst most of us never think about entering our loft space unless it is to store the Xmas decorations, we do miss the opportunity that we could definitely use the sometimes forgotten space more efficiently. With moving house less cost efficient now with exorbitant estate agent fees, removal costs etc. it makes more sense to use the space we have more effectively.

To do this you can board the loft out with flooring and use the same type of quality as new houses have in their upstairs with the flooring drilled and screwed into position. For safer access, a loft ladder can be fitted. These come in a variety of choices from economy Aluminum models through to luxury spring assisted timber stairways. All loft ladders have different working loads and British standard regulations in the UK. For example, the basic economy ladder would have a working load of around 100kg ranging with a heavy duty ladder as much as a 160kg rating.

The loft hatch opening can be enlarged to provide easier access into the loft or alternatively, an opening can be relocated to a more convenient location. loft ladder installation One example of this is that sometimes loft hatch openings may be in a bathroom or a cupboard. Moving the hatch to the landing space area makes for a better place to fit your ladder. Loft hatches can be built with insulated timber as needed a alternatively ready-made insulated UPVC hatches can be fitted.

Roof light windows i. e. Velux can also be fitted to create ventilation and natural light into the loft area. These can be supplied and fitted in various sizes to suit most areas but you would always be advised to seek permission from local planning authorities in your local area before you start. Loft ladders really can give you another room in your home if you then board out the floor as well. With so many sizes and materials to choose from including 2 and 3 section ladders made of either aluminum or timber, you should find one to fit your needs