Jun 03 2010
The Loft Hatch: What you Need to Know
The loft hatch is the door that opens to access your loft or attic area. There are a few different models available for use in today’s modern home. The steel hatch is one that can be made to have no protruding exterior hinges so it fits flush against the ceiling. The style is usually coated with a steel finish to make the door maintenance free. It never needs to be painted and blends in with the look of the room or hallway it’s in.
There are also doors for the loft that have been designed to be energy efficient. A hatch door that fits properly and is insulated, can save you as much as 20 percent in energy costs. It will reduce the amount of cold air from a non-heated loft area that might enter into the house. What are the uses of loft hatches? The vast majority of lofts have a small loft hatch so that you can have access in case of emergencies such as flooding or missing roof tiles etc. However, that loft space can be more effectively used as long as you have good access.
When considering using your loft, firstly look at the flooring. If you are going to do the minimal of storing items up there, then you need to ensure that the wooden beams are strong enough to hold your storage. If you are considering loft conversion, then much more investigation is required to ensure that the floor, ventilation and light are suitable. If your loft has a very small hatch, then it is quite simple to enlarge. Your consideration of loft hatches needs to take into account access, such as the style of as well as aesthetic qualities as to how the loft hatch will look from the lower floor.
The style of loft access ladders available today is a bit different than the traditional wooden style. You can purchase aluminum and steel structures to use as your ladder to the loft or attic area. These units are still made in the standard folding style so they will be compressed and hidden inside the loft area when not in use. The metal units are more durable and long lasting then the wooden ones. You can still buy the traditional wood ladders if you like the look of having the wood stairs. They do require more maintenance then the metal designs if you want them to remain looking good. You could choose to paint them or use a wood finish to help reduce the amount of care that is required.
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