Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be complicated, so make sure that insulation requirements are taken into consideration throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are usually being converted into a usable room, the modified space will need to fulfil building regulations for thermal efficiency, which define 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. Just like insulating many areas, it is typically cost effective to insulate past the building regulations requirement as it can save on your energy bills. The most challenging aspect of insulating a loft conversion is generally the restricted space. Space saving insulation materials are often employed in loft conversions as these will provide good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, be sure that there is plenty of space designed for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will influence the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights must be insulated adequately. These areas require extra care when planning insulation, particularly with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may well have to satisfy a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.