Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be complicated, so be sure that insulation requirements are taken into account throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are generally being converted into a usable room, the converted space will need to fulfil building regulations for thermal efficiency, which designate a U-value for the rate of heat loss through an area. These values are set differently for walls, floors, windows and roofs, with flat roofs being required to fulfull a different value to pitched ones. Just like insulating many areas, it is normally cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it will help save on your energy bills. The most challenging part of insulating a loft conversion is generally the constrained space. Space saving insulation materials are often used in loft conversions as these should offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make certain that there is plenty of space available for both the conversion itself and the specified insulation, as the insulation will have an effect on the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights will have to be insulated adequately. These areas require extra attention when planning insulation, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these could have to comply with a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.