What Type of Loft Conversion

Converting Your Bungalow

If you are considering converting your bungalow with a loft conversion, there are several routes that you can take. Below SkyLofts discuss the options bungalow homeowners can choose when converting their loft. For some real inspiration check out one of our previous bungalow loft conversion in Hampshire. 1.        Roof Light Conversion The most simple… Read more

Converting Your Detached House

For your detached house loft conversion, there are several routes that you can take. Below SkyLofts discuss the options detached homeowners can choose and for real inspiration check out one of our previous conversions on a detached house in Fleet, Hampshire. 1.        Roof Light Conversion The simplest and cost-effective loft conversion for a… Read more

Converting Your Semi Detached House

If you live in a semi-detached house and are considering a loft conversion there are several routes that you can take. Below SkyLofts discuss the options semi-detached homeowners can choose when converting their loft. For more inspiration check out this semi-detached loft conversion in Hampshire. 1.        Roof Light Conversion The simplest and cost-effective loft conversion… Read more

Converting Your Terraced House

With a terraced house loft conversion, there are several routes that you can take. Below SkyLofts discuss the options terrace homeowners in Surrey, Hampshire, and South West London can choose when converting their loft: 1.        Rooflight Conversion The simplest and cost-effective loft conversion for a terrace house is to install roof light windows. Without making… Read more

What Is A L-Shaped Mansard?

What is a l-shaped mansard?  It is very similar to a rear mansard conversion but with the added benefit of a lot more space. Not all properties that can have an l-shaped mansard. Often built on properties either under planning permission or on Victorian properties to match other surrounding L-shape mansards. The property will require a back… Read more

What Is A L-Shaped Dormer?

What is a l-shaped dormer? An l-shaped dormer is very similar to a rear dormer conversion but with the added benefit of slightly more space. An l-shape dormer can only be carried out on certain properties. Often victorian properties are converted, where the kitchen and bathroom are located at the rear of the property. The additional space… Read more

What Is A Rear Mansard?

What is a rear mansard? Rear mansards are a great way of converting your loft. Especially when certain planning restrictions prevent you from doing a rear dormer. Or if you simply just prefer the look of a rear mansard over a rear dormer. Shown in this diagram is the basic shape of a rear mansard…. Read more

What Is A Rear Dormer?

What is a rear dormer? A Rear Dormer loft conversion is the most common type of loft conversion that we carry out. This is because so many houses can incorporate them, including a terrace, detached and semi-detached. What Is A Rear Dormer Loft Conversion? Shown below in the diagram is the basic shape of a… Read more

What Is A Side Dormer?

What is a side dormer? A side dormer is when the hipped roof on the side of the property is built off the side wall to incorporate additional head height. The side dormer can be built with a flat or pitched roof. This normally depends on the height of the loft and the style that you prefer…. Read more

What Is A Hip To Gable?

What is a hip to gable? A hip to gable loft conversion is where the side roof is removed off of the side wall. This maximises the internal head hight. So what is a hipped Roof? A hipped roof has three slopped sides (see below) This type of roof is found on many end of terraced,… Read more