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Steel beam for loft conversion
I’m in the process of getting a loft conversion and the structural engineer has sent me the drawings and the steel beam size that he has proposed to be used is 203 x 203 x 46 kg/m UB. Is this a common size or not, cause I’ve looked online for a steel beam of this size and I’m being told this size comes as a column not a beam. Just want some clarification on this.
How deep should loft insulation be?
We've got some old insulation up there that looks pretty thin. What depth should we be aiming for? And does it matter what type we use
Best insulation for a loft conversion
What's the best insulation to use in a loft conversion? We want to create a master suite that's warm and cosy.
Bathroom in a loft conversion
Is it easy to put a bathroom in a loft conversion? Or will this increase time and costs considerably?
Cost to create a separate loft storage area
Our loft is one big open space and we'd like to section off part of it as proper storage, boarded and accessible, separate from the rest. How much would this typically cost?
Trussed roof loft conversion
What type of loft conversions are suitable for a trussed roof?
Can neighbours object to loft conversion?
Can neighbours object to a loft conversion if there's no party wall?
Do loft specialists use contractors?
Do loft specialists use contactors or do everything themselves?
Improving energy efficiency in loft conversion
How do I make sure my loft conversion is as energy efficient as possible?
Timescale for a double hip-to-gable loft conversion
Does a double hip-to-gable loft conversion take a long time to complete?
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