Conversion of attic is a process by which an empty attic space can be transformed into a functional area or room, which can be used as a bathroom, bedroom, play room, kid's room, storage room, gym room, etc. Owing to their numerous benefits, it is a very popular form of home improvement.
If you have been using a pull-down stairs to climb up and down the attic, then you will have to change that and add a staircase which is permanent. While adding a staircase, one has to consider about what lies below, how much space the staircase would be taking up, whether they will interrupt the flow of the other rooms, etc.
So what's the next thing to take into consideration? Well like anything in life - it's the cost! It is very easy to get an estimate from a reputable builder or attic converter who will be happy to be of assistance. The work to be undertaken usually involves the installation of flooring and skylights as well as insulation which is extremely important in an attic as it is the coldest part of the house.
Lighting is of the utmost importance in an attic, and the most common way to achieve this is positioning windows in the roof area. Depending on the style and height of the roof, it is also possible to place windows in the gable end of the house, and this in turn, will give amble lighting in your new room. It is no surprise that many people also look at attic conversion as a way of adding value to their home. Instead of selling your original 3 bed you now potentially have a 4 bed house. So, while you wait out the tough times you can look at renovating your attic as a means of investment for when the property market picks up again.