Loft flooring?

[antuk28]

So I've just bought a new build house in Feb this year so storage is quite minimal. So i need to utilise the loft space, i had read lots online and alot of people are saying that it is quite easy todo for a basic DIY guy like my self.

Some people are saying to place 'loft legs' on the joists to create a raised floor so that insulation is not squashed?

Also on B n Q how to guide it says you can take of the excess layer of insulation and attach it to the roof?

Anyone done this to their loft before? tips?

 

[bernardgreen]

the most important point is to be certain the joists can take the weight of the flooring and the items to be stored.

Some modern houses have joists that are not designed to carry more than the weight of the ceiling, insulation and maybe one person doing occasional
maintenance in the loft.

 

[antuk28]

thanks for your reply!

so how do i determine that?

i just intend to store like xmas decs and stuff up there nothing too heavy?

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Have a look on the flooring section of the forum, there are thousands of similar threads discussing this.

Stilts are not ideal because the do not spread the loads. It is better to fit some additional joist on top of your originals perpendicular to them, then fit your insulation in between and deck on top. Squashing the insulation a bit will not do any harm or reduce its effectiveness.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

thanks for your reply!

so how do i determine that?

i just intend to store like xmas decs and stuff up there nothing too heavy?

Your existing joists, although flimsy will be fine for some additional joists. boarding out and storing some lightweight stuff up there. You'll even be able to walk around up there.