If you plan on using the loft/attic as storage space, you should lay boards above the joists. You won’t get thick insulation if the insulation isn’t thick enough if the insulation is only applied between the joists.

This material reduces the sound transference significantly when it is used within walls, attics or roofs, as well as floors, in comparison with fibreglass, rock wool, and polystyrene board. Because of its dense composition and application process, it creates an airtight envelope. It stops sound infiltration from the outside environment such as traffic or pedestrianised streets.

Spray foam insulation also stops sounds from within a structure being transmitted to floors below, above, or into adjacent rooms. Spray foam insulation could reduce the amount of noises generated by structures such as running showers or washing machines.

Spray foam insulation is flexible but densely packed with millions if minute air bubbles. This will absorb vibrations from the floor as well as the sound waves. Spray foam insulation reduces sound transmission by sealing any cracks or crevices that airborne noises can travel through.

Spray foam insulation is also effective in dampening, if no longer completely eliminating, any sounds that might be emanating from a floor like water running through pipes. It completely covers the pipes and prevents them from rattling. It also eliminates the sound caused by hot water flowing through pipes. The heating system heats wooded Joists, causing them to expand, creak and groove.

It also keeps heat from escaping to upper floors, which causes lower floors to become colder, which in turn makes them require more heat to keep warm. The upper floors become too hot.

If your loft is easily accessible and does not have condensation problems, insulation should be straightforward.

Uninsulated homes let 25% of their heat go through the roof. Insulating your attic, loft, or flat roof can reduce heat loss and lower your heating bills.

If you have access to your loft joists and it is easy to use, mineral wool insulation rolls can be used. The insulation begins by placing the first layer between the joists. These are the horizontal beams that form the loft’s floor. A second layer is then laid at right angles to cover and seal the joists.

You can raise the floor to get sufficient insulation. You can install timber battens on the floor joists. Or, you can use purpose-built legs made of plastic that fit on the leg and support the floor. It is essential to allow ventilation between insulation and boards in order to prevent condensation.

Do not squash the mineral Wool when fitting the boards onto the top. This will cause it to lose its insulation properties.

Insulation blocks heat escape from living spaces. Therefore, loft insulation will cool your loft space, which can lead to condensation or damp problems. You may need to increase ventilation if you install loft insulation yourself.

You can also insulate the loft by fitting insulation between the rafters. These are the sloping timbers that form the roof. You can either use rigid insulation boards which are cut precisely to fit your loft, or spray foam insulation between the roof rafters.

Some companies may offer to repair your roof with foam insulation. This is something that we do not recommend. It is important to ensure that your roof remains dry before installing insulation.

If you plan to use your loft for heating, you’ll need to make a room in the roof.

You will need to insulate the loft walls and ceilings if you intend to use it as your living space.

The air needs to move freely through your house in order to keep it fresh, dry and healthy. A professional installer will ensure that your house does not have any obstructions or seals. You should not cover vents, grilles, or airbricks when you are doing DIY insulation.

If the loft is not easy to access, a professional can install blown insulation. This specialist will use special equipment that can blow insulation into difficult spaces. They might use treated cellulose, mineral wool fibre or polyurethane foam.

Flat roof insulation may save you the same amount as loft insulation on your heating bills. The cost savings will depend on the size of the flat roof.

If the loft is accessible, has no damp problems, and is not on a flat roof you can likely insulate it yourself. If there are damp issues or more complex insulation needs, a professional should be hired.

Your loft hatch could become colder due to the cooler air. You can prevent this by fitting an insulated loft hatch, and placing strips of draught-exclusion material around hatch edges.

Insulating your groundfloor is a great way for your property to stay warm as well as lowering your energy bills.

Insulating a loft can be one of the best ways to lower your heating bills, save money on energy and keep your home warm during the winter. Even if the loft already has insulation in place, it is essential to use it at its best.

Loft floor rolls – These are the classic option. They are laid along the loft’s floor. They are much easier to lay than insulated floors boards. They come in both loose and encapsulated (blankets) rolls. These can be used to create base and top layers. You can board them over with stilts to create a raised storage platform.

These tips and recommendations aren’t listed in this article’s tool and material list. You should ensure that you’ve read everything before you begin to insulate your loft.

There may be some insulation in your home, but it may not work well. This could be due either to storage boards being placed on top of it, or because the insulation has not been maintained for a long period. Older properties may have a loft floor as low as 25mm deep.

It’s not necessary to remove loft floor insulation. You can simply add one or two layers of insulation to the loft floor to achieve the recommended amount. You will find more information about the recommended amount in the article.

Your loft floor’s joint spacings will affect the width of the roll. This is because the insulation rolls between these joists. We recommend selecting one that is close to your joist spacing. It will reduce the need to trim.

The insulation must have the required thermal resistance. Alternativly, you can measure the insulation’s thickness if you are only laying loft rolls. For more information, see the section ‘How do I calculate the thickness of loft floor insulation?