How To Fit Loft Flooring Legs

Loft legs are designed for domestic use only and are not intended for use as a flooring substrate or surface in a permanent living space.

How to fit loft flooring legs.

320mm wide non moisture proof loft flooring panels allow easy insertion through a loft hatch. Loft boards are fixed together relatively easily but working withing the confines of the loft s available space can make boarding a loft a tricky endeavour. Step 6 install the loft legs. If you want to board your loft follow this step by step guide.

Loft flooring panels like these have tongue and groove fittings a notch or groove along one length and one width then a tongue to fit into the groove along the other edges this gives a more secure joint than a straight edge would do. They should be fixed along every joist the floor will be. Do heed the safety advice detailed below and only attempt the task if you are capable. A loft can be a cramped and dusty environment to work in therefore gloves and a face mask are also advisable.

Step by step putting down boards to convert your loft into a usable storage space is a simple task which does not normally require any planning permission and should be affordable and manageable even for a diy beginner. Loft legs are strong and can support weights of 500kg however they do not change the load bearing characteristics of a loft. Joists are usually spaced about 300mm apart. In order to achieve over 100mm of insulation you will need to raise your loft boarding.

If not hire a professional. The number of loft legs you will need depends on the type of loft boards you are using the distance between your ceiling joists and the area you wish to cover. Screw the loft legs directly into your floor joists. Space them 1m apart along the joists.

Answer the simple questions below to calculate how many legs you will need.