Bedroom Loft ConversionsThe reasons for this are pretty clear: • The roof space provides an unused canvas on which the homeowner can design any style bedroom loft conversion they wish rather than having to fit their ideas into the existing room lay-out • It is so easy to add an en-suite bathroom to the bedroom and that bathroom can be quite sizable and, again, laid out exactly as the owners want it rather than having to adapt an existing space • Building bedroom loft conversions allows the existing bedrooms to be converted into hobby rooms or home office, or for two existing small bedrooms to be knocked into one • And last, but not least, us Brits (usually) like our bedrooms to be at the top of the house, and you can’t get much closer to the top of the house than in the roof! Design Restrictions The most obvious restriction when planning bedroom loft conversions is that the normal sized wardrobes and other bedroom furniture just isn’t practical. Nevertheless, architects and planners are very adept at fitting ingenious storage solutions into the tightest of spaces. And its a great excuse to buy that futon bed you have always wanted! One of the massive points in favour of bedroom loft conversions is that with the use of large skylight windows the room can be blessed with huge tracts of natural light. In the evening, the large windows will provide a wonderful panoramic view of the night sky. Remotely operated electric window blinds will enhance the bedroom and will just add that luxurious finishing touch.
One of the most attractive elements of bedroom conversion is the option of including a sizable en-suite bathroom . Though bathrooms are fairly easy to add to the roof space the major consideration is of course the extra plumbing that needs to be installed. One of the first things to be done when converting the loft is to get rid, or relocate, the old water tank. One solution is to dispose of the tank altogether and install a combi boiler. This will make the whole plumbing part of the project easier but may not be the option that the householder wants or can afford. If a combi boiler isn’t installed than the water tank will need to be replaced and then relocated. Plastic water tanks are much longer lasting than older tanks but still need to be relocated – the best solution is usually under the eaves behind the new panelling. The only drawback here is that access must be unrestricted and insulated cupboard doors and boarding must also be built in. Waste Pipes Apart from the water tank the main plumbing problem is the new waste pipes and where to fit them. The obvious thing when planning a bedroom with added bathroom is to ensure the en-suite is as close to the existing bathroom as possible. This will make installing the new plumbing and connecting it to the existing plumbing so much easier.
• Toilets - maximum length of 6 meters • Basins – maximum length of 1.7 meters • Baths or showers – maximum length of 3 meters
With the sheer adaptability of an empty roof space and the easy addition of an en-suite bathroom a bedroom of designer luxury can be created in most roof spaces. No wonder bedrooms are the preferred option of so many home owners when they plan to convert their lofts. For more info see the related pages below or complete the form at the bottom of the page for a free no obligation quote from tradesmen near you...
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