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Clever Ideas For Safe Loft Storage

So you’ve had your loft professionally boarded and can now begin to store your belongings, but what is the most efficient, effective and safe loft storage method to do so?

Below are a couple of clever tips and ideas to maximise the efficiency of your storage, allowing you to store your belongings in a safe, secure and uncluttered way. Now let’s get to our top loft storage ideas for you.

Safe Loft Storage Boxes

One effective method of safe loft storage that many that many people don’t think to do, is to use stackable plastic containers, it’s a simple idea but it is one of our top ideas for loft storage.

Not only does this protect your belongings from dust and damage, it keeps items organised. Adding a few labels on the top of the boxes will make finding and transporting belongings into and out of the loft a whole lot easier.

Most importantly, using storage boxes prevents the loft from being cluttered with loose belongings all over the floor increasing the risk of tripping, falling or hurting yourself badly. The loft is the last place you want to be with a sprained ankle, I can tell you that for free!

Although you may have reduced the clutter in your loft by using various stackable storage boxes, professionally installed truss shelving can help to maximise the useable storage space in your loft even further.

Even with the storage boxes, the loft floor can still become cluttered. However, the additions of shelving allows for more loft space. Organise your loft more efficiently, make transferring boxes safer by mitigating the risk of back injury from lifting heavy boxes from the floor and make your belongings that would have previously been at the bottom of the pile more accessible.

Find out more about how to make a difference to the character of your loft and the way that you use it with Loft Shelving and more bespoke options from Instaloft

Loft Ladder Balustrades & Grab Rails

It’s not only inside of the loft that you want to be safe, you need to protect your safety entering and exiting the loft as well. By installing a loft balustrade or grab rail you can help to prevent accidents around the loft entrance, like falling or dropping items that you are moving into the loft.

Available in both timber and steel designs, grab rails are a great alternative and provide a strong anchor to help pull yourself up into the loft.

We offer a choice of loft ladder balustrades & grab rails to Increase safe access to your new storage space.

Non Slip Matt’s

One final addition you should use for safe loft storage, is the addition of non slip matts to the boarded floor. Unless you’re regularly dusting and cleaning your loft, a lot of dust and dirt will settle on the floor of the loft making the surface slippery and unsafe.

The simple solution is a few non slip mats along the corridor of the loft. These can be found at most homeware stores for a cheap price.

Safe loft storage is essential, especially after having loft boarding fitted. By kitting out your loft with the above items, and professionally installed loft boarding, your loft will transform from a potentially dangerous area of your house, to a safe and easily accessible storage area. Should you require it, we’re able to provide a full loft boarding package, professionally installed to the exact specifications of your loft. To book a free quotation, simply give us a call on 0800 0463995, or email us at enquiries@instaloft.co.uk.

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Boarded Edging

As standard with installs

You can opt for a super slick finish to your new loft boarding with our custom boarded edging fixtures to seamlessly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Removal & Disposal of Loft Boarding

£14.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Loft Hatch Enlargement

Starting from £180

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

Hatch Enlargement Truss Roof Enlargement

Starting from £120

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

New Hatch in New Room

Starting from £230

New loft hatch built into a different room in the house.

Custom Built
Loft Hatch

Starting from £180

A custom loft entrance for you including architraving & a hinged door.

Custom Built Hinged Loft Door

Starting from £120

We will build a custom door to fit your existing loft entrance.

270mm Earthwool Insulation

£15.99 per M2

We will install m2 of 270mm thick Earthwool insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

170mm Earthwool Insulation

£10.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 170mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

100mm Earthwool Insulation

£8.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 100mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

Removal of Existing Boarding

£10.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Single Mains Light & Switch

Starting from £140

Our fully qualified electrician will install a single bayonet light fitting and bulb with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/off easily as you enter or leave.

Wire & Cable Removal

Starting from £60

Do you need regular access to the wiring and cabling in your loft? We can make bespoke hinged board panels with handles to enable easy access underneath the loft boards.

LED Light & Switch

Starting from £160

Our fully qualified electrician will install a LED tube light fitting with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/ off easily as you enter or leave the loft.

Additional Single Light

Starting from £50

We will install an additional single bayonet light fitting and bulb into your loft, within the most appropriate area available.

Additional Tube Light & Switch

Starting from £60

Our fully qualified electrician will install an additional fluorescent tube light into your loft for extra lighting.

Timber Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Timber Loft Ladder Balustrades look great and help to prevent accidents by surrounding the loft entrance.

Steel Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Our Steel Loft Ladder Balustrade is very firm and rigid and provides a safe sturdy surround to your loft.

Steel Grab Rails

Starting from £89.99

A Grab rail is a great alternative to the balustrade and provides a strong rail to help pull yourself into the loft.

Breathable Loft Lining

£6.99 per M2

We’ll install X m2 of loft lining to the rafters in your loft. Vapour permeable breathable membrane allows your roof to breathe, meaning you won’t need traditional ventilation.

Thermal Foil Loft Lining

£13 per M2

Thermal foil insulation was essentially designed to keep your house warmer during the winter but its string heat reflective qualities means that it will also keep your loft cool in the summer.

 

Like our other lining options, the thermal foil Loft Lining will also help protect your belongings and loft flooring from unsightly and dirty roof debris.

Loft Linning Trim

As standard with installs

Now included as standard on all of our installations, we can line the boarding area of the entrance with breathable membrane fixtures to discreetly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Truss Shelving Installation

Starting from £54.99

If you have a small loft space or simply need extra storage, we can install specialist truss shelving to provide you with even more storage space in the seemingly wasted nooks of your loft. 

Loft Hatch Replacement

Starting from £99

We will replace your existing standard sized loft hatch with a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

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