Category: Tips

Can I Install a Boiler in my Loft?

boiler in loft

Thinking about installing a boiler in your loft? You’ll need to know about regulations, the pros and cons, and the general cost. Read on…

What’s the best way to carry boxes in and out of your loft?

Man with back pain from lifting boxes into his loft in the wrong way

If you’re moving boxes in and out of your loft, or within your home, it’s essential to do it the right way. Back pain caused by lifting the wrong way is common and can be extremely uncomfortable but it’s also avoidable with the right knowledge. Here is some simple guidance from those lovely people at… Read more »

A shelving solution for your loft… introducing web shelving!

web shelving examples

Web shelving is becoming more and more popular as people are increasingly looking for ways of utilising their space. Space is premium, we know this really well (and it’s one of the reasons we do what do). We’d love you to be able to maximise your storage areas so if you haven’t heard of web… Read more »

What kind of loft storage boxes should you use?

loft storage box ideas

We’ve talked about tidying, organising, and minimalism in other posts. However, we undoubtedly still have stuff we need to put away in storage so it would be useful to figure out the best way to store it all, right? Okay, let’s have a look at some options for loft storage boxes. Based on our years… Read more »

We’ve put together some tips on how to get your home organised

Getting organised in 2020

We have now entered a new decade and chances are, you will treat this as a fresh start and look at getting more organised in 2020. We’re hoping this article may be exactly what you need to kickstart your goal of being organised this new year. Before we can move on, let’s review the past… Read more »

Is your loft filthy? Here are some top tips to keep it clean and tidy

Different types of loft roof finishes and storage solutions

So, you’ve finally taken the big step of getting your loft boarded (and insulated of course!). Now your plan is to keep it dust-free, clean and tidy. After all, that’s where you’re storing some of your important or valuable belongings, right? In reality, it doesn’t always work out as planned for some. So we’ve put… Read more »

Why Do I Need Loft Ventilation in the Roof Space?

loft ventilation

Modern homes are far better at keeping out draughts—but that’s not always a good thing. All the warm, moisture-filled air that used to escape naturally now has nowhere to go, so it drifts upwards into the loft. Without proper ventilation, this trapped moisture turns into condensation, leading to damp, mould, and even structural damage. That’s… Read more »

Loft Insulation Grants — All You Need to Know

Insulating your loft should be a no-brainer.  It means not only huge savings on your energy bills; it also slashes your carbon footprint. So why doesn’t everyone have it done? People on a low income may think it’s too expensive to pull out enough money at one time. But that isn’t necessarily true. The Importance… Read more »

How To Measure Your Loft Space

As living space has become more and more of a premium, we’ve begun to realise that we’ve traditionally wasted an entire level of our homes – the space under the roof. We may have stuck a few boxes in the area immediately around the hatch, probably balancing on a rickety ladder, but rarely went into… Read more »