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Financial support may be available for loft insulation depending on where you live, your household circumstances and the energy efficiency of your property. Current schemes and eligibility criteria can vary, so it is worth checking government guidance or speaking to your energy supplier before arranging the work. Funding generally applies to insulation measures rather than boarding out the loft for storage.

Loft insulation is a simple way to reduce heat loss through the roof and can help make your home more energy efficient. Current guidance recommends a minimum depth of around 270mm for mineral wool insulation, although the required depth will vary depending on the type of insulation used. If you already have insulation in place, you may simply need to top it up to the recommended level.

When mineral wool insulation is laid between and over the ceiling joists, the joists may no longer be visible. This can make moving around the loft more difficult, so care should be taken when accessing the space. You should also avoid laying boards directly on top of insulation if this compresses it, as compressed insulation will not perform as effectively.

If you want to insulate and board your loft for storage, the flooring should normally be raised above the insulation so the recommended insulation depth can be maintained without compression. This can be achieved using suitable loft boarding supports or another system designed to create a raised deck above the insulation.

Many homes have loft spaces that cannot be used effectively for storage because they do not have suitable flooring. Boarding part of the loft can create useful storage space, but it is important that the insulation and ventilation are not compromised. Loft boarding should also only be used for suitable storage loads and should not be treated as creating a habitable room unless the loft has been properly converted.

If you are considering boarding the loft yourself as a DIY project, you will need suitable tools and safety equipment. As a minimum, you may require a hammer, screwdriver, drill, measuring tape, jigsaw, gloves, face mask and pencil. Before boarding, check the existing insulation depth and make sure any new flooring system allows the insulation to remain at the recommended thickness without being compressed.

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