Specialist loft conversion company in Bedfordshire, Touchstone Lofts
Over 1,000 lofts converted since 1989

How can you change your Bedfordshire loft into a living space?

More often than not, loft spaces are occupied by nothing other than the household belongings that no one knows where else to store. Look past the clutter and you will see a wide area of space which is able to fit a large bedroom, a children’s playroom, a teenager’s den or a chill-out zone for the adults to unwind away from the hustle and bustle of life downstairs. The options are endless. Allow us to work with you to create a unique and bespoke design suited to you and your home.

Not every home is the same which means that there are multiple types of loft conversions to consider. We will discover the one that is right for you and your home during our initial visit.

Due to their suitability to many house types and lack of planning permission complications, Dormers, in all varieties, are the most common type of conversion currently requested. Dormers work by extending the original roof vertically and creating extra headroom as well as added floor space. A Single Flat Roof Dormer can create enough space for a bedroom and en-suite while L Shaped or a Full Width Double Flat Roof Dormers can create two bedrooms along with a main bathroom. For a simpler and more economical loft conversion, there is the Velux. Without altering the existing roof, Velux windows are simply installed and therefore should not typically require planning permission. Available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours, we can design these to be as distinctive or discreet as you wish.

We also offer a range of extras to make all the difference to your new space. If the idea of bright, natural lighting is something you prefer, why not fit include French doors to your Dormer to create a Juliette balcony. These balconies are usually made of glass, allowing them to take advantage of the levels of light being reached from the top of your home and let in maximum brightness. If you prefer the idea of mechanical lighting, our electricians will fit dimmable downlighters that change from warm to cool tones at the turn of a switch, spotlights to fill every corner of the additional space with bright lighting, or backlit mirrors to brighten up your face as much as your home on those gloomy mornings.

A frequent concern that homeowners have about creating a living space in the loft, is the loss of storage. Whilst building into the loft can result in angled or slanted walls and ceilings with awkward often underutilised space, we are experts in creating innovative and efficient storage solutions to fit into the smallest of crevices and maximise available space in the remainder of the room, as well as leaving you with that much needed space to store your suitcases, Christmas trees and family belongings.

Touchstone Lofts also have the team on hand to fit fully functioning bathrooms or wet rooms into your loft space. These come with the additional option of underfloor heating which will be sure to warm up those cold winter nights. Examples of these extras and many more are all available at our show house.