{"id":2782,"date":"2021-10-28T04:34:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-28T04:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/create-room.co.uk\/news\/?p=2782"},"modified":"2021-11-10T12:25:06","modified_gmt":"2021-11-10T12:25:06","slug":"low-headroom-loft-conversions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/create-room.co.uk\/news\/low-headroom-loft-conversions\/","title":{"rendered":"Low Headroom Loft Conversions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A loft conversion is arguably one of the best ways to add extra space to your home. Lofts are usually fairly big and empty, and a conversion can make better use of all that extra space. There are plenty of great ideas that you could consider too; turning it into a bedroom, a hobby space, or even just extra storage space for all of your items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loft Conversion With Low Headroom Help Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

However, before you convert your loft, it\u2019s important to see if it\u2019s tall enough to be legally converted. After all, if you can\u2019t stand up without bumping your head into the ceiling, then it\u2019s not going to be very comfortable or practical. Fortunately, there are ways to convert a loft even if it has low headroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minimum Height for Loft Conversion – Ceiling Height UK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The minimum height needed for a loft conversion<\/a> is 2.2 metres at the highest point. This is typically from the floor up to the roof ridge. After conversion, you should be left with under 2 metres of space where you can actually move around. If you don\u2019t have 2.2 metres of space, then there are still a couple of things you can do to convert your loft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average Ceiling Height in the UK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most homes in the UK, the average ceiling height is roughly 2.4 metres. It\u2019s cost-effective and everyone is comfortable with 2.4 metres of height. However, it\u2019s not an enforced standard and there is no minimum ceiling height for homes. This means you can use sloped ceilings to create a more appealing design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Headrooms on Loft Conversions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a number of different loft conversions that can add additional headroom, making your loft feel a lot more spacious and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dormer Loft Conversions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dormer loft conversions<\/a> are extremely popular because they work best with small lofts. It typically involves creating additional headroom by removing a section of the roof and building outwards slightly to create a bit more space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Velux Loft Conversions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Velux loft conversions are great for lofts that already have quite a lot of space. It involves removing a section of the roof and replacing it with a large window that fits flush with the line of the roof. This leaves the original roof mostly intact and doesn\u2019t require additional building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mansard Loft Conversions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mansard loft conversions are common across the UK and involve a roof that has two slopes at different angles connected by a relatively flat surface at the peak. A mansard loft conversion<\/a> makes use of this additional space created by the combination of the almost flat surface and the steeper side of the roof. This is typically seen in older properties as mansard roofs aren\u2019t as common in newer developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Hip-to-gable loft conversions add additional headspace by extending the sloping sides of the roof outwards, effectively replacing the sloped roof with a vertical wall known as a gable that reaches the same height as the peak of the roof. It\u2019s also possible to build a double hip-to-gable loft conversion if both sides of the roof are sloped. This is a relatively cheap option that can be built with timber and can match the existing tone of your brickwork with brick slip cladding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what type of loft conversion you\u2019re considering, you may need to get planning permission before you\u2019re permitted to develop it. While regulations are a lot looser today, it\u2019s still important to double-check with your local council to ensure that you\u2019re not violating any rules. This is especially true for people who live in semi-detached properties where a roof conversion could affect neighbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loft Conversion Ideas Low Roof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your roof is fairly low then it can be difficult to convert your loft to make the space more practical and livable. However, there are a couple of ways to maximise the way you use this space:<\/p>\n\n\n\n