Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be tricky, so be sure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are generally being converted into a usable room, the converted space will have to satisfy building regulations for thermal efficiency, which designate a U-value for the speed of heat loss through an area. These values are set differently for walls, floors, windows and roofs, with flat roofs having to satisfy a different value to pitched ones. Much like insulating many areas, it is generally cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it can save on your energy bills. The most difficult part of insulating a loft conversion is usually the limited space. Space saving insulation methods are in many cases utilised in loft conversions as these will offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make certain that there is ample space available for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will impact the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights must be insulated adequately. These areas require extra care when planning insulation, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may have to fulfl a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.