A Guide To Loft Decor

*This is a collaborative post.

Loft conversions are one of the most popular home improvement projects right now, along with the installation of solar panels, especially with many people now often working from home, needing more space and looking for ways to be more energy-efficient.

A loft conversion and a solar panel installation are great ways to extend your living space, improve your home, add value and save money. With that said, it isn’t the easiest space to decorate when you consider the sloped ceilings, beams, and limited space. However, it is perfect with a sloping roof to add solar panels, and the experts can help with professional solar panel installation.

Types of Conversions

First, you need to identify the type of loft conversion that you have:

Flat or pitched roof dormer

Conversions that extend vertically from the plane of an existing sloping roof (usually at the rear). These can provide a lot more space than other options and can be cost-effective.

Hip-to-gable

Extends the sloping sides of the roof outwards to replace the existing sloping roof with a vertical wall (gable) that is the same height (suitable for those in detached or semi-detached properties).

Mansard

Mansard conversions use a flat roof and the back sloping inwards at 72 degrees to significantly increase interior space. This requires more work and you will usually need planning permission due to changing the roof structure.

Velux

Easy to build conversions that can be done within a month. Velux/roof light conversions keep the roof structure intact with windows slotted in at an angle instead of vertically.

Decorating the Space

How you decorate your loft conversion will depend on how you use the space and the type of conversion that you have. There are a few staple items that you will want to include, such as:

Statement furniture

A bed for a spare bedroom or a comfortable sofa will make the space practical and comfortable.

Greenery

Greenery can add colour and life to the space whether this is a spider plant, cactus or flower arrangements. If you do not get much light, you might want to consider artificial plants.

Comfort Items

You also want to include comfort items when you are decorating the space. This might be blankets, it might be candles, or you may want to go and look for rugs for sale to tie the whole space together.

Storage

You will want to maximize space and keep the area clear, so smart storage solutions such as fitted wardrobes for lofts are ideal and can create a neat look in the loft conversion.

Lighting

Lighting can be both practical and decorative, so you will want to use a combination of lighting to create the desired effect. Spotlights don’t catch much dust and you could then use lamps for layered lighting and to create the right mood.

With that all said, if you’re seeking inspiration for loft decor, consider incorporating decorative gable pediments to add a touch of elegance and architectural interest to your loft space. So not only will your loft project look good internally but the outside aesthetics will be dramatically improved too!

When decorating the loft conversion, places like Etsy, charity shops, markets and independent stores can allow you to find cool and unique items to make this space more interesting and special.

Hopefully, the information in this post will help when it comes to decorating your loft conversion. Loft conversions are a great way to improve your home and extend your living space, but they are not the easiest to decorate when you have awkward slopes and beams to contend with.