Boarding out your loft can provide a safe and clean storage space for all your boxes of memories, Christmas decorations, extra clothes and anything else you can't bear to part with.
To properly board your loft you'll need:-.
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A Jigsaw
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Workbench
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Hammer
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Screwdrivers
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Drill
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Tape measure
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Pencil
A loft can be a cramped and dusty environment to work in, therefore, gloves and a face mask are also advisable.
Step 1: Get all measured up!
Work out the area that you need the boards to cover. Remember that most people only bother to board the central area of their loft, as the angle of the roof usually makes the edges less useful for storage and more difficult to access. Standard loft boards come in two different sizes; 2,400mm x 600mm and 1,220mm x 320mm; both of which are 18mm thick. Remember to make sure that the boards you decide on will fit through your loft hatch!
Step 2: Start Work!
Put on your protective clothing and place a board between the ceiling joists to act as a temporary work platform. Start putting the boards in place. For better strength, boards need to be laid in a staggered pattern, so that joins don't all line up and create a weak point. Take care not to trap any wires running through your loft and cut the boards to provide easy access to the tops of light fittings.
Step 3: Making it Permanent
Once you're confident that you have placed your loft boards in a way that provides a safe area to stand on and store your things, it's time to screw them into place. Drill 2 or 3 pilot holes along the edge of each board, lining up with the centre of the joist below and fix them into place with screws.
So, if you require timber or boarding for your loft, why not get in touch with the experts at Johnsons? Call us today on 0121 706 0404 or email sales@johnsonstimber.co.uk.