Attic conversion offers many benefits, from extending your home’s living area to increasing its value. A properly planned attic conversion will help you take advantage of these benefits and more. Today, the kitchen remodelers at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Southern Lakes share some of the dos and don’ts of attic conversion.
Do Use Attic Space Efficiently
One of the challenges of attic conversion is making the most of a limited amount of space. Attics are not generally cube-shaped spaces, so building codes that apply to minimum ceiling height may reduce the floor area relative to the house’s floor plan. Consulting with an experienced remodeler during the planning stages can help ensure you get the most efficient use of your attic space.
Don’t Make It Overly Personalized
You often hear that your home should be a reflection of your taste and style, but there is such a thing as making it too personal. Your tastes will likely change over time, so your remodeling plans should allow room for such changes. This is why timeless components like white finishes and stone countertops are ideal for kitchen remodeling. The same principles apply to attic conversions.
Do Consider Your Home’s Architectural Style
Designing your attic conversion in a style that clashes with the house’s existing architectural style is a bad idea. What you want to avoid is creating a jarring experience moving from the lower level to the attic, particularly if the existing rooms in the house are aligned overall. Another case when you should conform with your house’s architectural style is if your home is a historical property.
Don’t Skimp on Insulation
The attic is much closer to the roof than the other parts of your home, so you have to make sure that the roof deck is properly insulated. This helps to minimize thermal transfer and reduce indoor heating and cooling requirements. Double-pane windows and skylights with low emissivity (or “Low-E”) coatings can also help reduce solar heat. Another benefit of good insulation is its sound absorption properties, which can make your attic space much quieter.
Do Take Existing Plumbing Into Account
If your attic conversion includes a bathroom, locate it over an existing bathroom or kitchen. You can save on installation time, as well as labor and piping costs, because of the proximity to existing plumbing. The shorter pipe runs also make drainage more efficient.
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