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.

It is much more effective than fibreglass, rock wool or polystyrene panels when used inside walls, roofs, floors and attics. Its dense composition and the application process creates an entirely airtight environment. It stops sound infiltration from the outside environment such as traffic or pedestrianised streets.

It also blocks sounds from a structure’s walls from reaching other floors, including the floors below. Spray foam insulation will dramatically reduce the sound levels of many noises within a structure, including talking, hair dryers (phones), office computers and printers as well as running showers, laundry machines, clothes dryers.

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 airborne noise transmission by sealing all cracks and crevices.

Spray foam insulation also dampens, if it is not eliminated completely, sounds that could originate from beneath a floor such water flowing through pipes. It completely surrounds the pipes, keeping them in place and preventing them from rattling. It also eliminates any sounds caused by hot water flowing from the heating system heating the wooded joints. They expand, creak or groan.

It also stops heat from escaping to the upper levels, which makes the lower floors cooler and requires more heat to keep them warm.

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

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

Rolls of mineral wool insulation can be used if access is good and the loft joists have regular dimensions. The insulation layer is placed between the joists (the horizontal beams that make the loft’s floor) and then another layer is applied at right angles to cover all the joists.

To ensure sufficient insulation, raise the floor height so that you can place enough mineral wool below the new floor. Timber battens can be fitted across the joists. Alternatively, you can purchase purpose-built plastic legs to fit onto the joists and support your new floor. To prevent condensation, make sure there is a vent between the insulation boards and the insulation.

It is important to not squash the mineral fiber when you put the boards on top. This can reduce its insulation.

Insulation stops heat loss from living spaces. By making your loft space cool, you can prevent damp or condensation from developing. Loft insulation can be done by the homeowner, but you might need to increase the ventilation.

A second way to insulate your loft, is to install insulation between and over rafters. These sloping woods make up the roof. You have two options: rigid insulation boards that are carefully cut to your specifications or foam insulation spray between the rafters.

Some companies may offer to repair your roof with foam insulation. This is something that we do not recommend. Before you add insulation to your roof, make sure it is in good shape.

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.

To keep your home fresh, dry, and healthy, air must flow in and out. An experienced installer will not block or seal any intended ventilation. 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 can use mineral wool fibres or treated cellulose or polyurethane.

Flat roof insulation may save you the same amount as loft insulation on your heating bills. The extent of the flat roof on your property will impact how much savings you receive.

If the loft is accessible, has no damp problems, and is not on a flat roof you can likely insulate it yourself. A professional installer is required for cases where damp problems are present or complex insulation systems are needed.

Your loft hatch could become colder due to the cooler air. This can be prevented by installing an insulated hatch in your loft and putting strips of draught-exclusion material around the hatch edges.

Insulating your ground-floor is a great idea to keep your property warm and lower 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. It doesn’t matter if you have insulation in place, but it is important to get the right amount to make it work.

Loft floor rolls: These are the most traditional option. They are rolled up along the loft’s ceiling. They are less difficult to lay than insulated boards. They come in both loose and encapsulated (blankets) rolls. These can be used to create base and top layers. To create a storage platform, they can be boarded using stilts.

These suggestions and recommended items aren’t included in this article’s list of materials or tools. 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 to insulation being compressed by storage boards placed over it or if it hasn’t been topped up in the long-term. Older properties may have a loft floor as low as 25mm deep.

Good news is that you don’t need to remove existing loft floor insulation. You can simply add one or two layers of insulation to the loft floor to achieve the recommended amount. The article will provide more details about how much you should be consuming.

Your loft floor’s spacings will dictate the width of your 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. Another alternative is to measure the thickness of insulation if you only lay loft rolls. For more information, see the section ‘How do I calculate the thickness of loft floor insulation?