How wide do stairs need to be for a loft conversion?
For loft conversions, the generally accepted minimum width is 600mm, however between 700mm and 750mm is recommended. On staircases with a turn, it’s acceptable to have each flight a different width, like on the example to the right.
Do you need planning permission to convert stairs to loft?
Staircase Regulations All loft conversions must comply with building regulations, even if the type of conversion you are having means planning permission is not required. A fixed staircase must be in place to provide safe access to and from the loft room. The staircase can have a maximum steepness pitch of 42 degrees.
Do you need building regs to change a staircase?
When you are adding or altering staircases you do need to get building regulation approval. If you think about the potential risk of someone falling from/through poorly constructed stairs you can understand why this is an important area where regulation is required.
Can you do a loft conversion yourself?
However, a loft can give you the extra space you need without extensions that consume part of your garden. Before laying out a simple step by step procedure to follow when converting your loft, note that it’s a difficult undertaking that require extensive experience, and “I can do it myself” attitude.
Do you need stairs for a loft conversion?
Your loft conversion stairs need to look good as well as comply with Building Regulations. Here’s what you should consider in order to get the design spot on Simply Loft maximized space in this mansard loft conversion by fitting the new staircase to sit above the existing flight.
What kind of Stair kit is oak 30?
The Oak 30.XTRA is an adjustable premier series space-savings staircase kit with an “alternating tread” design for maximum space utilization, without compromising functionality. Our price is lower than the manufacturer’s “minimum advertised price.”
What do you mean by open plan staircase?
On this page we have some pictures of Open plan staircases. What is an Open plan Staircase? Open plan is a staircase with openings where there are normaly risers, Building regulations state you must not be able to pass a 100mm sphere through the opening, this is why we have either a Riser downstand or a Bar on the drawings below.
Who is the architect of the loft conversion?
Designed by Inglis Badrashi Loddo Architects, this loft conversion was hidden behind the existing brick gable end of the house. The new flight is an extension of the existing staircase up from the ground floor, and features a curved stringer to echo an existing arch on the landing (Image credit: Brotherton Lock)