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How to Board a Loft Safely: The Complete Guide Using Loft Leg Raised Flooring
Learn how to board a loft without compressing insulation using Loft Leg — the raised flooring system that keeps your loft energy efficient and safe.
Oct 134 min read


Grants For Insulation in 2025 - What’s Available and How to Apply
If you’re looking to cut energy bills and make your home warmer, insulation is one of the fastest, most cost-effective wins. The good news is there are still government-backed schemes and supplier programmes that help pay for loft, wall and roof insulation — but the landscape has changed since 2022. This guide explains the main options in 2025, who’s likely to qualify, and practical steps to apply.
Oct 14 min read


The Top 5 Benefits of Loft Insulation - When It's Done Right
Discover the top 5 benefits of loft insulation — lower bills, less heat loss, reduced carbon emissions, noise reduction and higher home value. Learn how to install it right
Sep 13 min read


Why Compressing Loft Insulation Costs You Money – And How to Avoid It
Discover why compressing loft insulation reduces energy efficiency, raises heating bills, and risks damp. Learn how raised loft boarding, like Loft Leg, keeps insulation performing at its best.
Aug 145 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Creating Loft Storage in a New Build Home (2025 Edition)
Learn how to organise your new home! This ultimate guide gives you everything you need to know about creating safe, efficient, and warranty-friendly loft storage space in your new build home for 2025 and beyond.
Aug 144 min read


DIY Raised Loft Boarding: Best Practices for 2025
In 2025, raised loft boarding continues to be one of the smartest ways to create safe, accessible, and energy-efficient storage in your home. Whether you're looking to free up space in your home, store seasonal items, or make better use of your loft, correctly installed raised loft boarding can help you achieve those goals—without compromising insulation or structural integrity.
Jul 35 min read


Boarding a Loft in 2025: The 5 Most Important Things You Should Know
This guide covers the five essential things every homeowner needs to know before boarding a loft, including updated advice for 2025, recent insulation regulations, and tips to help you avoid common mistakes.
Jun 245 min read


The Different Types of Loft Boards
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the various types of loft boards available, key installation considerations, and how to board your loft safely and efficiently—whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or working with a professional.
Jun 125 min read


5 Brilliant Loft Storage Ideas to Transform Your Space
There's more to loft storage than you think. Keep reading for 5 brilliant loft storage ideas to transform your space.
Jun 114 min read


6 Common Loft Boarding Mistakes to Avoid for New Homeowners in 2025
Loft boarding can help you achieve your storing objectives if you know how to do it correctly. Here are loft boarding mistakes to avoid
Jun 55 min read


The Do's and Don'ts of Loft Boarding in the UK: A Complete Guide
The key do’s of loft boarding include raising boards above insulation using Loft Legs, checking insulation depth (270mm recommended in the UK), and staggering boards for strength. Don'ts include compressing insulation, overloading joists (limit: 25kg/m²), or covering downlights. Avoid blocking ventilation and never remove structural trusses. Proper loft boarding improves energy efficiency, creates safe storage, and protects your home from long-term damage.
May 295 min read


Loft Boarding Over Insulation: The Do’s and Don’ts
How do you correctly insulate a loft? Do you lose your storage space if you insulate correctly? Do you put loft boarding over insulation?
Jan 306 min read


Can You Put Loft Boards on Joists? Here's What You Need to Know
Can you put loft boards on joists? What is the right way to do it? This article outlines what you need to know
Jan 246 min read


How to Board Your Loft in 4 Easy Steps
Here we look at the four simple steps needed to board your loft using Loft Legs.
Jan 207 min read


Are You Accidentally Halving Your Loft Insulation's Effectiveness?
Nobody wants to waste money on heating bills, which is why we see loft insulation as being so essential. But is yours performing well?
Dec 6, 20244 min read


Preparing Your Loft for Winter 2024: A Comprehensive Guide
This blog post will provide a guide on how to prepare your loft for winter 2024, covering insulation, ventilation, boarding and storage
Sep 5, 20245 min read


Unlocking Your Loft's Hidden Potential: The Transformative Power of Raised Loft Boarding
Transform your loft's potential with raised loft boarding. Maximise space and functionality, unlocking a versatile area in your home.
Jan 31, 20246 min read


8 Spectacular Ideas for Loft Storage: Lighting, Insulation and More
Got an empty loft? You can turn that unused space into an organised, inviting storage area. Get spectacular ideas for loft storage here.
Jan 9, 20245 min read


Loft Storage: How to Maximise Space in Your Loft
Do you need help utilising and organising your loft storage space? This detailed guide shows you strategies for maximising your space
Nov 10, 20235 min read


How To Install Loft Ladders With Raised Loft Boards
Click here for a guide to the different types of loft ladders available and how to correctly and safely install them on raised boards?
Aug 22, 20234 min read
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