Loft Conversion Types
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The main types of loft conversion
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Velux conversions
Velux and rooflight conversions are the same. Velux are the leading manufacturer of roof windows and, with over 60 years of experience producing windows, the name has become synonymous with this type of conversion.
This type of conversion is generally very cost effective and does not normally need planning permission.
Dormer conversions
A dormer is an extension to the existing roof, allowing for additional floor space and headroom within the loft conversion. Dormers protrude from the roof slope, normally at the rear of the property, and can be built in a variety of styles.
Internally, a dormer has a horizontal ceiling and vertical walls. In lofts with limited space or headroom, a dormer provides the additional space that can make a conversion feasible.
Mansard conversions
A mansard roof has two slopes. The lower slope is close to vertical at 72 degrees and the top section of the roof is almost horizontal.
This style of roof is named after the 17th century French architect Francois Mansart, who used this design on many of his buildings. A mansard roof has the advantage of maximising the available space within your loft.
Hip to gable conversions
A hip to gable conversion involves making fairly major changes to the roof. The gable wall is built up to the ridge line and a new section of roof is built to fill in the gap.
As a general rule, houses with hip roofs tend not to have enough internal volume for a conversion to be practical, so a hip to gable conversion is the best solution.
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