Hi,
I want to re-convert my loft space. When the house was built the loft space was built so that the loft could be used but not as a living space. i.e the roof is supported by 2 giant steel beams running the length of the house. The space has been plaster boarded out but only had access via a loft hatch. (do not know why it was not done properly to start with). There are 3 velux windows in situ but there is little or no insulation.
I need to put stairs in, rip out all of the plaster board and completely re-convert the space so that i can use it as a bedroom.
I want to do as much of the work as possible, myself but I don't know where to start.
Would you recommend employing an architect? Or is it possible to do it without. I presume I will need a structural engr to confirm that the steels in place are OK.
Just after a bit of a steer as to the order of work etc.
can anyone help
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I want to re-convert my loft space. When the house was built the loft space was built so that the loft could be used but not as a living space. i.e the roof is supported by 2 giant steel beams running the length of the house. The space has been plaster boarded out but only had access via a loft hatch. (do not know why it was not done properly to start with). There are 3 velux windows in situ but there is little or no insulation.
I need to put stairs in, rip out all of the plaster board and completely re-convert the space so that i can use it as a bedroom.
I want to do as much of the work as possible, myself but I don't know where to start.
Would you recommend employing an architect? Or is it possible to do it without. I presume I will need a structural engr to confirm that the steels in place are OK.
Just after a bit of a steer as to the order of work etc.
can anyone help
Read more: //www.diynot.com/forums/floors-stairs-lofts/loft-conversion-advise.361237/#ixzz2PmWEqhpE