Bedroom Loft Conversions

Research shows that bedroom loft conversions are one of the most common home improvement projects carried out by homeowners in the UK. 

The loft space in our homes is usually a much underused space, at best only a storage space for a few boxes hastily thrown in. However, more and more homeowners are coming to realise that the loft has a lot more potential, so loft conversions are becoming ever more common. The most common loft conversion is to turn the space into a bedroom.

Turning the loft space into a bedroom is far cheaper than building an extension and causes far less disruption. And if planned and carried out properly the conversion will not only increase the living space in your property, but also increase its value.

Bedroom loft conversions offer plenty of options. They can become a bedroom for children, a spare bedroom for guests or even a master suite. The size of the loft space makes it the ideal place for a master bedroom, complete with ensuite bathroom, adding a touch of extra luxury to your home.

Because a bedroom loft conversion is located in the roof space of a property, it offers an extra dimension for the provision of light. Skylights and dormer windows will give the bedroom a bright and airy look. Other options can include blackout blinds and electric window and lighting controls. For families wanting to use the loft conversion as a bedroom for the children, the provision of bunk beds will allow extra space to be used as a play area.

Having decided to convert your loft space into a bedroom the next thing is to decide how you want it to look. This can be done by looking at examples online, by leafing through magazines and even watching TV programmes covering the subject. The whole scheme will have to be properly designed and no doubt your planner or loft conversion contractors will provide you with some good ideas. But it is always a good idea to have some ideas yourself.

It is also best discuss you plans with contractors who carry out loft conversions, as well as surveyors or architects. They will take measurements and advise you on the amount of space available and how it can be put to best use. Having done all the preliminaries it is then time to sit down and work out exactly what you can afford.

The completed plans for your bedroom loft conversion should then be forwarded to your local authority to see if all the statutory requirements have been met. If everything passes muster it will be then be time to have work started on something which will enhance both the quality and value of your home.