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Making an attic for housing, where to start. Finishing the attic - what options are suitable for such a room. Cold attic - how to make it habitable

Many buildings have attics. Often they are simply empty - or various animals live there, left to their own devices. Therefore, finishing the attic is a question that worries any good owner (we already talked about it a little earlier). If you choose a certain design and equip this room accordingly, you can get an excellent workshop, a full-fledged living room or even a small apartment.

If you need additional living space, it's time to think about upgrading your attic. Putting it in order is much easier than adding a new building to the house.

Cold attic - how to make it habitable

It should be noted right away: you will be able to get a room that is convenient in every sense, comfortable for your stay, only when there is an area of ​​sufficient size.

Finishing the attic usually begins with the owner understanding that he has a cold space that somehow needs to be made habitable. When the attic is insulated, it can be called a completely finished room, you can live here or do some business.

The important task is to finish the attic. The main work here is taking measurements, inspecting load-bearing structures, available coatings. It is important to ensure that the beams are in good condition– especially in close proximity to external walls.

Sometimes water just leaks and the beams begin to rot. If something similar is found in the attic, the amount of work will increase significantly.

Namely:

• When rotten beams are discovered, the craftsman needs to replace them;
• Also, the covering flooring should be inspected very carefully, as well as the chimney and other parts of the structure;
• The attic will be a great room if the height of your under-roof space is at least 220 cm (the extreme limit is 200 cm).

At the sloping part of the ceiling the vertical wall must be at least 160 cm(100 cm is the minimum acceptable size).

Insulating the attic - an important stage of work

Let's consider two options, with which you can insulate the attic:

1. The entire roof is insulated at once - due to this you can also get a noticeable increase in usable area;
2. An insulated room is built into the free attic space.

Both the first and second options have their pros and cons. If there is additional space, it will not look very neat - and bringing it into decent shape is not so easy.

And the secondary room will “conceal” a significant part usable space– it won’t turn out to be very large. However, from a constructive point of view, this solution is simpler and more accurate - this is an advantage of the option.

You can always use an alternative - simply combine two options at once. You can also easily insulate an attic with your own hands - today there are enough modern materials on sale for this.

Insulation is carried out in accordance with the following recommendations:

• Wooden structures that the master is going to insulate must first be treated with special antiseptics. All problem areas be sure to repair it - it’s impossible without it;
• If there is waterproofing, you should check its integrity before starting work. If you identify problematic, damaged areas, they need to be restored. Repair tape will always help with this;
• When renovating an attic, you must remember: the flooring regularly experiences atmospheric changes. Because of this, the need for repairs increases. So it is worth providing free access to these elements - so that, if necessary, you can unnecessary hassle make repairs.

Stages of insulation work

So that in the process of finishing the attic also perform insulation, they usually act like this:

• The space between the rafters is filled with one or another thermal insulation material– accuracy is important here. If the layer thickness is insufficient, an additional layer should be laid on top;
• Make sure that the insulation joints overlap, and they should be perpendicular to the “legs” of the rafters;
• Bulk material is used to insulate floors;
• It is important to lay the insulating layer without any dips, dents - swelling should also be avoided;
• Close attention is paid to the nodes that are adjacent to the walls and roof. It is necessary that insulation boards reach the outer walls.

There's another one in the attic problem area- the place where the windows and the roof are connected to each other. Insulate window slope in the attic you need to be at a right angle to the surface of the window - then smoothly move to the slope.

• Another difficult area is the place where the smoke exhaust and ventilation ducts. It is customary to insulate these places mineral wool(only used non-flammable material!), installation is carried out without gaps and voids - this is important;
• Thermal insulation is never complete without a vapor barrier layer. The purpose of this material is to ensure that the insulation does not become wet. This happens due to water contained in the form of vapor in the air;
• Laying of vapor barrier tapes is carried out with a mandatory overlap - 10 cm is enough. Fastening can be done with simple tape. The laid layers of materials will be securely covered with internal lining.

Please note next moment: insulation materials such as mineral wool (especially if we talk about glass wool) cause irritation and itching on unprotected skin. When working, you should use eye and respiratory protection!

The following points will also be useful for you, if you decide to work on landscaping the attic:

• Thermal insulation is needed not only to protect the room from the cold. It also copes well with overheating – when it’s hot outside. So the calculations should be carried out very responsibly, accurately. On outside The roofs are covered with a thermal insulation layer so that moisture is evaporated by exposure to air. We are talking about the moisture that forms on the underside of the roof from steam condensation;
• Thermal insulation is also required for the cornice masonry and the partition that exists in the attic. Here it is needed so that a “cold bridge” does not arise - a fairly common phenomenon in many regions;
• The vapor barrier layer is usually selected depending on the purpose of the room. A bathroom or kitchen, where the moisture content is high, needs an insulating layer - especially when the roof is made of sheet steel or tiles (that is, not capable of allowing steam to pass through);
• If natural is not enough air ventilation, you will have to use electric fan– it will help ensure optimal performance;
• Separate rooms located in the attic are usually provided with special longitudinal ventilation. For this purpose they put ventilation grates along with the blinds. For the winter, they are closed (sometimes between the roof and the cladding of the rooms) leaving gaps so that air can circulate without problems.

There is a living room in the attic - quite possible

What should a living room be like if it needs to be organized in the attic? It has its own rules and peculiarities. All communications must be below, they must be located correctly. Acting throughput water supply, general condition of pipes, ability to connect to existing communications.

If it turns out that the water pressure is insufficient, it will be necessary to install a more powerful option, which requires additional investment. In a word, it's not that simple. You can watch the video - finishing the attic yourself in a private house. Surely, this material will be useful and informative.

What else should you know about the attic room??

• At the planning stage, it is usually taken into account whether it will be easy to connect to those pipes that run on the lower floor. Sanitary facilities, bathrooms - they are usually made so that they are located strictly on top of each other - precisely for the reasons stated above;
• If we take into account the gas pipes installed in old houses, then everything is not simple: required sizes may not be. We will have to replace and modernize what we have. However, there is also positive points: you will be able to supply a boiler for heating, install gas water heater and much more.

To complete the structure, the lightest materials are usually selected. The main thing is that they can be installed dry. Otherwise, the rafters will simply bend - the load will be excessive.

1. In the attic room, the floor is made light - this is very important. So, the old boardwalk must be removed, bulk slag or cinder concrete must also be removed. The floor is laid on a light base, which must be heat and sound insulated;
2. In order not to make the structure heavier, partitions are usually made light - so that they can be placed on beams. The practice is as follows: the frame is made of blocks, which are attached to the bars using overlays or spikes - they are fixed to the covering structure;
3. The distance between the frame posts determines the dimensions of the slabs. Plates can be made from different materials– partitions made of panels are practical. They are made from it in advance, then nailed to the floor and ceiling;
4. In order for the decoration of the attic in the country to turn out excellent, you do not need any special devices when installing the ceiling - they are made simple, light, usually made of wood;
5. On ceiling beams thermal insulation is placed (sometimes on puffs). The upper side of the ceiling is covered with clay or concrete coating. The thickness of such coating should not be more than 30 mm. This is important in terms of fire safety;
6. The stairs to the attic are most often made of wood. The height and width of the steps effectively compensate for the lack of space; the width of the flight also plays an important role here.

You should not install bulky, heavy furniture in the attic. This simply cannot be done - and it will not be easy to bring such things up there.

If used as load-bearing structures roof trusses, then the partitions are well placed near them. On one side the farm is sheathed with slabs, on the other it can be placed bookshelf or some other one. You can choose, for example, a shelf for some souvenirs, storage of collections, etc.

Slanted trusses that have been treated with varnish, paint, or stain will definitely not spoil the look. Just look at the photo; the attic decoration will look great with elements such as "antique".

• If the partition provides for a door so that you can move from one room to another, steps are made above the truss. In front of the door, the width of the step is usually 400 mm;
• The interior of the room will be architecturally expressive if its length is two truss steps. In the middle, at the end of the truss, they put a shelving partition - here you can install a TV or store books. You can also set up a bar with drinks - a common technique;
• Someone attaches two small ottomans (or one ottoman, which is successfully combined with a bookcase or a low cabinet);
• In such a room, lighting will be provided using dormer windows. There may also be inclined windows in the roof plane. Also, you can cut windows in the gable wall - this is done regularly;
• The disadvantage of slanted windows is that they are difficult to clean, and they do not allow light to pass through. in the best possible way. Moreover, in winter they are often covered with snow, and in summer period curtaining such windows is not at all easy - because of this, it is often hot in the attic room;
• Above the windows of the lower floors there are dormer windows. Sometimes this is done symmetrically (relative to the center) or directly in the center.

It is better not to disturb the architecture of the building - any instruction will confirm this. Please note: dormers are the easiest to manufacture. They are installed directly on the rafters.

There are no strict restrictions when decorating a room. It is necessary to putty, paint, cover the walls with wallpaper, make cladding with some kind of material - it all depends on what the owners themselves want.

Usually, they are guided by the cost of certain finishing materials. Combinations of all of the above solutions are also not as rare as it might seem - people love variety.

The expansion of living space worries not only residents of apartment buildings, but also owners country houses. In most cases, private houses look like one-story small buildings with attics or attics.

Sometimes people forget that using an attic can significantly increase usable area their home and use it to collect unnecessary things. But it happens that new circumstances require an increase in living space, for example, when expanding the family.

Then the owners think about how to make the attic room warm and cozy. Examples of a room in the attic under the roof, photo.

Of course, the most favorable moment for installing an attic or attic is during the construction of a house. Then it will be possible to decorate the attic space in the same way as other rooms in the house. In addition, you can think about the size and layout of the attic in advance.

If you are determined to convert the attic space into a living room, you should decide in advance on its purpose. Perhaps it will be a bedroom, dressing room, children's room or library. Before starting renovations, you should clear the attic of everything unnecessary. Then you need to draw a diagram of the attic to scale, measuring all its key dimensions. If the height of the attic is too small and does not allow you to create a full-fledged living room, then you can raise the roof by building up the walls. By increasing the height of the walls, a room design is developed.

When arranging a room in the attic under the roof, you should also take care of comfortable stairs, along which you will rise into the room. The most suitable material Wood is used to construct the stairs to the attic. It has sufficient reliability and functional aesthetics, photo.

Installation of windows in the attic

As in any other room, in attic needs to be organized quality lighting. The main source of lighting is windows. Therefore, if you are making a new window opening in the wall, you should mark its exact location.

To install a window on the roof, care should be taken to install an additional wooden frame. It will take the main load from the frames and glass. After the windows in the attic room are installed, thermal insulation work is carried out.

Advice! When installing windows in the roof slope, take into account the possible snow load on it. The frame of such a window must be strong enough.

The process of insulating the attic

The next important stage in arranging a room in an attic under a roof with your own hands is insulating the room. After the installation of windows is completed, they begin the stage of constructing a frame for applying insulation - plasterboard. The frame is assembled from parallel beams, which are nailed to the wall and attached to them special fastenings under drywall. After installing the frame, think about where the switches and sockets will be located. Make holes in these places.

The floor is insulated in a similar way: a frame of wooden, parallel beams is knocked down. Insulation, for example basalt wool, is placed in the space between them, photo. After which the floor is covered with a hard coating, and linoleum, laminate, etc. are laid on top.

WITH inside roofs are also secured frame structure, to which they then attach plasterboard sheets. If the roof has a large slope, then the beams are placed every 20 cm, or even better, crosswise. This will not only fix the drywall, but also avoid cracks in the future, photo. During fastening ceiling frame Don't forget about the placement of wiring for the lights. It is best to use a metal hose to carry them out.

After wall insulation and vapor barrier have been completed, drywall is installed. Experts advise laying two layers of material; this will not only increase the strength of the walls, but also provide additional thermal insulation.

The first layer of plasterboard is fixed so that the distance between the sheets is about 0.3 m. After this, the second layer is fastened with a distance between the sheets of 0.2 m. Then the cracks are insulated using strips of plasterboard and sealant.

Which heating to choose

Heating plays one of the critical roles in organizing comfort and coziness in a living space. In the attic you can organize following types heating:

• build a fireplace;
• create autonomous system heating;
• install a stationary heating device;
• install electrical appliances.

The presence of a fireplace will give the room coziness and originality, but at the same time it will require the construction of an additional structure in the form of a pipe to remove combustion products. Therefore, experts consider stationary heating to be the most preferable option.

If you want to install electrical appliances, you should choose a device of suitable power.

Attic room design

If the attic area allows, then you can arrange not one, but several rooms in it. Zoning of a room is sometimes done using permanent partitions. But this option is labor-intensive, and such partitions take up too much space. More modern version It is considered to be zoning a room with transparent walls that let in light. Thus, you can arrange your bedroom and allocate space for a play corner.

Most often the attic room plays a role sleeping place. In this case, designers advise placing the double bed in the center of the room. And install long cabinets along the walls for storing bed linen, clothes, etc.

If you plan to install two beds, then best place for their location there will be low places under the roof. And the center of the room will remain free.

Now it is fashionable to decorate attic rooms in chalet, Provence or country style. But a bedroom design in a loft or classic style would also be appropriate.

If you want to make a living room in the attic, designers advise making it in a retro or minimalist style.

Advice! If you really want to have a fireplace in the attic, purchase an electric fireplace; it will create an atmosphere of comfort and warmth.

The attic area is small, so to visually expand the space, better finishing make an attic for a room in light colors, photo. But to prevent the room from looking boring, you can decorate it so that the inclined surfaces are light, and the vertical walls are finished in brighter, richer colors. The room will look very fashionable and modern if the design of the curtains is similar to the design of the walls.

You can use the attic space more rationally if you equip it living rooms which are called attic.

The attic floor can occupy the entire area of ​​the house or only part of it (or garage). Sometimes the attic floor serves as a replacement for the second floor.

What is an attic floor?

To put it simply - living room(s) in the attic (i.e. an attic-type room)

According to construction terminology- attic (or attic floor) is a living space located on top floor a house that has a mansard roof (i.e. the facade of the attic is partially or completely limited by the roof surfaces).

The difference between the attic and the second floor - comparative characteristics

If you try to compare which is better, the attic or the second floor, you will get something like the following picture.

Parameter	Attic	Second floor
Price	Below. The amount of savings depends on the type of attic	Higher
Duration of work	Lower compared to building a floor	High
Height of vertical walls	Up to 1.5 m.p.	Over 1.5 m.p.
Below	Higher
Air volume	Lower due to sloping walls	Higher
Square	The usable area is smaller due to the “dead” zones where the roof meets the wall	Higher
Room layout	Layout attic floor carried out taking into account the presence of blind areas	Free
Land area	Doesn't change	Doesn't change
Illumination	Better, more light penetrates due to sloping windows	Depends on the number and location of windows. In addition, the deep slope of the window blocks 2/3 of sunlight
Glazing area	25% less than when using vertical windows	Minimum 1:8 to the surface area of ​​the walls (depending on location)
Window	Sloping attic	Vertical
Temperature		At correct execution all stages of work are almost the same
Heat loss	Higher	Below
The need for thermal insulation material	Below	Higher. The ceiling above the floor needs to be insulated
Aesthetics of the structure	A house with an attic floor looks more elegant and unusual	Typical design

However, it is worth noting that there are cases when it is impossible to build an attic floor. For example:

• load-bearing walls and the foundation may not withstand the additional load;

• the walls are made of porous materials that can collapse.

• small house dimensions. With a mandatory height of 2.3 m (according to sanitary standards, SNiP is limited to 1.5 m) it is difficult to equip a full-fledged living space with a small surface area. If the width of the house is less than 5 m.p. There is no point in building an attic. The resulting area will be insignificant, but the costs will be high.

Is the attic considered the second floor?

According to urban planning standards, the addition of an attic does not affect the number of storeys of the building. Those., a private house, in which the second attic floor is arranged, is considered (is) a one-story house.

Documentation regulating the calculation and construction of the second floor of the attic type.

The superstructure of the attic floor is regulated by the provisions of the following regulatory documents:

1. SNiP 2.08.01-89 “Residential buildings”;
2. SNiP II-3-79 " Construction heating engineering» (standardizes the arrangement of enclosing structures, including roofs);
3. SNiP 23-05-95 “Natural and artificial lighting”;
4. SNiP 21-01-97 " Fire safety buildings and structures";
5. SNiP 2.01.07-85 “Loads and impacts”;
6. sanitary and hygienic standards.

Types and types of attic floors - dimensions and dimensions of the attic

The height of the attic floor determines its type (type):

• full floor. Vertical wall above 1.5 m;
• attic. The height of the smaller wall ranges from 0.8 to 1.5 m;
• semi-attic. The height of the wall is less than 0.8 m.

Depending on the needs of the residents, rooms on the attic floors can be arranged for various functional purposes.

But, most often there are bedrooms and lounges.

If the requirement for a building height of 2.3 m is met, then according to the standards prescribed in SNiP, the area of ​​the attic floor cannot be less than 16 sq. m. In this case, the bedroom must be at least 7 square meters.

If the height of the walls of the attic floor exceeds 2.3 m, then the construction of a bedroom of a smaller area is allowed. The justification for reducing the area is the large total cubic capacity (volume) of the room.

Armed with this theory, you can begin to build an attic floor with your own hands. Construction is not a troublesome task if you have detailed step-by-step instructions.

Construction of the attic floor (attic)

Before starting construction, you need to create a project for the attic floor. You can do the project yourself or turn to professionals.

Note that building an attic with your own hands is within the capabilities of anyone. But it is quite difficult to take into account all the determining factors and calculate loads without special knowledge.

First, let's find out what affects the attic project.

Choose appearance mansard roof quite difficult, because This is influenced by a number of factors:

• visual effect. First of all, subjective sensations are taken into account. Final choice may fall on another model, but the starting mark is here;

• living space. Rafter system gable roof“steals” area and creates “dead” zones, but hip roof allows you to use almost the entire space of the attic superstructure;

• financial opportunities. Shed roof- the cheapest option;

• roofing material. Some types roofing material can be used if a certain roof slope is maintained. For example, for tiles the angle should be at least 25°, and for PK-100 corrugated sheeting (wave height 100 mm) 3-4° is sufficient;

• general architecture of the building;

• wind and snow load. The snow should slide off the roof;

• condition of load-bearing walls and foundation. The condition of load-bearing walls can be judged after a visual inspection. The presence of cracks indicates a problem. Usage porous material during the construction of a house, it reduces the ability of the wall to withstand the load created by the attic. It is difficult to judge the foundation. But knowing its type and what materials and technology were used in its construction, you can calculate what load it can withstand;

• arrangement of internal communications and ease of connection to them;

• choice of windows. Installation of special skylights(tilted windows - sliding, turning, sliding) is carried out directly in rafter part. They are more expensive, but provide better ventilation. to install vertical windows you need to build walls or gables. The surface area of ​​light-transmitting structures must be at least 12.5%;

• selection of materials for construction. The cheapest and most popular option for performing the work is to use wood. Technology frame construction quite simple. It is a mistake to think that erecting a wooden attic floor is unacceptable. According to SNiP 21-01-97, the use of wooden structures in the construction of an attic floor is allowed if the wood is properly processed and the building height is up to 75 m.

• complexity of calculations. During construction pitched roof loads on load-bearing walls are distributed unevenly. Ignoring this fact will lead to subsidence of the walls and destruction of the foundation.

The main shapes of roofs are shown in the figure.

Nuance. The smaller the angle where the roof meets the wall, the more usable area you will get.

Some projects of houses with an attic floor are presented in the photo.

Before starting work, you must have a drawing, sketch, diagram or drawing with all dimensions.

The drawings of houses with an attic presented below will give you an idea of ​​what needs to be put on the diagrams.

Calculation of the area of ​​the attic floor

The ability to use the attic for living space is calculated using the formula

АхВ + 0.7хС

A- total area of ​​premises whose height exceeds 2.5 m;

IN- total area of ​​premises, the height of which ranges from 1.1 to 2.5 m;

WITH- the total area of ​​premises, the height of which ranges from 0.8 m to 1.1 m.

0,7 - correction factor. It says that theoretically this area can be used, but with significant restrictions.

You can reduce the amount of unused square meters by raising the walls to a height of more than a meter. This is achieved through the construction of attic walls. The attic walls of the attic floor are a superstructure over the load-bearing walls.

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Construction of the attic floor (attic)

Next we go directly to construction work or for reconstruction (conversion of the attic into an attic floor). For those who want to convert the attic into an attic, they need to dismantle the old covering.

Then the rafter system is installed, for which you will need:

1. log (diameter at least 180 mm) or timber (preferably laminated veneer lumber, dimensions 80x80 or 100x100);
2. board (40x1500) for sheathing;
3. hardware, burnt wire, anchors or fittings. In order to fulfill reliable fastening all elements;
4. floor beams. The finishing floor will be laid over them;
5. finished staircase to the attic floor. It can be located outside the attic or inside. Outdoor placement creates inconvenience when using it in the cold season and in the rain. The interior steals the usable space of the lower floor. A compromise could be spiral staircase. Even at the most small room a compact folding or retractable ladder is installed.
6. roofing material;
7. protective films;
8. thermal insulation material;
9. material for finishing walls and ceilings.

Attic floor rafter system - device technology

Device rafter system begins with the installation of the Mauerlat, then assembled and installed rafter legs. It is easier to collect them on the ground. Installation begins with two opposite legs. Then a rope is stretched between them. It regulates the accuracy of installation.

After installing the frame of the rafter system, the legs are fastened together. That is, the sheathing is filled. The sheathing pitch depends on the type of roofing material.

The process of building an attic floor - video

The frame is ready. Executed correctly roofing pie has the form shown in the figure.

Windows on the attic floor

Dormer windows are installed between the rafters. To make the fastening more reliable, horizontal beams made of timber are installed at the location where the window is installed (at the top and bottom of the rafter system).

Insulation of the attic floor

It is necessary to take care of energy saving. The lack of air space created by the attic increases heat loss through the attic roof.

As a rule, in dachas, and even in private houses, the attic serves as a place where they go for many years old furniture, rags and other junk. However, it can be used to make just the right room or useful square meters, which the owners always lack. We've collected 17 ideas for decorating a living room in an attic that will inspire you to take action right now.

1. Bright living room

Cozy living room in Scandinavian style with a simple light finish, a small white sofa, hanging chair and laconic wooden details.

2. A place for creativity

Workplace in modern style With big table near the window and spacious storage systems along the walls - an excellent example of the competent use of attic space.

3. Relaxation area

A cozy place for relaxation and privacy, organized in a small attic, with wood trim and a small functional bed.

4. Modern bedroom

Stylish bedroom with low furniture that does not disturb the proportions of this non-standard space, And wooden shelves up to the ceiling, which became interesting detail interior

5. Provence

Charming bedroom in Provence style with white and pink walls, a classic bed, a hanger and wonderful decorative details - a wonderful example of arranging a tiny attic space with a sloping roof.

6. Natural materials

A bright attic bedroom in which the spirit of happiness and freedom hovers, with makeshift bed from pallets, two simple cabinets and a charming hanging chair.

7. Gaming

A small attic can be turned into cozy room for playing video games and watching movies. To do this, you need to cover the walls with any dynamic wallpaper, put a couple of tables, armchairs, a TV and speakers.

8. Children's room

High-quality finishing of the walls and ceiling, two built-in beds with shelving, a small sofa by the window and a dull attic will turn into a wonderful bedroom for children or teenagers.

9. Cinema hall

Calm interior of a small attic space with a bright semicircular sofa, a round table and a large plasma TV on the wall.

10. Informal space

Tiny recreation room in the attic with bright orange wall, a soft mattress, an abundance of colorful textiles and well-chosen decor.

11. Modern

Fantastic attic with OSB boards on the walls, a round window, an elegant table with light textile upholstery, two classic armchairs and a soft carpet in a pleasant coffee shade.

12. Office

A magnificent office, equipped in a small attic, with a classic desk, vintage floor lamp and comfortable chair.

13. Rustic chic

An atmospheric bedroom with wood trim that creates a warm feeling, two beds, a simple bedside table, a vintage rug and fairy lights that create a cozy and festive atmosphere.

14. Eclecticism

An attic in the “made from what was there” style, with bare brick walls, a mattress under a bright blanket, wooden rack, a wicker bedside table and an abundance of various decorative details. It is worth noting that despite the lack of a single idea, the room turned out to be quite cozy, harmonious, and most importantly - original.

15. Territory of comfort

Atmospheric space in Scandinavian style.

A unique space with rough wooden beams, panoramic roof, soft blanket and abundance sofa cushions- a fantastic example of arranging a cozy place to relax in the attic without much investment.

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If you have not yet decided what you can do with your attic, then continue the topic by reading

The idea of ​​expanding the living space of a private house comes to any prudent owner. An attic room is an elegant and simple solution for getting additional room in the house. Before you make a room in the attic, you need to decide for what needs this room will be used. On it you can arrange a children’s room, a billiard room, a living room with your own hands, in general, there are no restrictions except your own imagination.

Preparatory work for creating a residential attic

I would like to note that you can equip a cold attic with your own hands, but such a room is suitable for use only in warm times years, due to the lack of proper insulation. Another thing is an insulated room in the attic. It is a full-fledged room with heating and windows, which are the source natural light and necessary air exchange. The height and volume of the attic space is usually less than that of the rooms on the first floor due to sloping ceilings, so this room is especially suitable for children and teenagers due to their small stature. And besides, it's high installed windows, will be safer for little fidgets.

The best option for an attic project is at the stage of building the entire house. So, the easiest way is to organize the future interior and design, location of windows, heating, etc. It is also necessary to plan the convenient placement of the stairs leading from the first floor to the attic. It should be made with railings for safety and good wood for durability.

Well, what about those who already have a built house, but want to furnish the attic with their own hands? It doesn’t matter, to do this you need to make sure the strength of the ceilings and walls. You will also have to inspect everything wooden structures rafter system so that it is not inhabited various kinds pests, and there were no rotten parts. In case of pest detection, there are special chemicals, which eliminate this problem. If there are rotten parts of the rafter system, then their complete repair and replacement is necessary.

If living space on the second floor was not included in the project, we recommend contacting a specialist for advice. He must calculate whether the strength of the floors is sufficient from the weight of furniture, people, etc.

There are the most original and varied uses for an attic room.:

• children's room;
• billiard room;
• living room;
• bedroom;
• pantry, etc.

The future location of windows should also be taken care of in advance. If the windows are attic, you need to take into account that you will need roofing related to repairs, sealing and sealing in areas where windows and roofs come into contact. In this case, the walls remain free to accommodate various interior objects (furniture, shelves, racks, etc.). This option is most suitable for hipped roofs, for which there is no other option for natural lighting than making windows on the roof. If the roof is gable, then, most often, windows are made in the gables, without violating the integrity and design of the entire roof.

Finishing materials are selected based on the planned budget and purpose of the attic room. It could be like natural materials made of wood, as well as more “folk” ones - plasterboard, fiberboard and chipboard.

Work on creating a room in the attic

The preparatory work has been completed and now all that remains is to make repairs in the attic. It is recommended to first carry out work on the floor and walls. It is worth taking care of the soundproofing of the floor and the possible installation of heating in it. It should be borne in mind that the height of the attic room may become slightly smaller due to the thickness of the sound insulator and the type of material that will be used for the flooring.

Next, measures are taken to insulate the roof, if such have not been done before. For gable roofs They insulate not only the roof itself, but also the gables. In this case, the materials for insulation may differ. For example, the roof is insulated basalt wool, and the gables are foam. Hip roofs, naturally, are insulated with one material, which is laid between the rafters and fixed in the planned way.

The frame of the walls is most often formed from parallel packed edged boards. Their exact location is determined by future fastenings (profiles) for drywall (or other chosen finishing material). At the same stage it is laid electrical wiring, sockets and switches are installed.

It's best if you know the location in advance electrical appliances. This will allow you to lay out all the wiring competently and economically!

Finishing the room in the attic is the final stage. Seams and irregularities must be smoothed over with plaster or other similar material. After the material has dried, it must be treated with sandpaper to eliminate unevenness.

Due to the complex geometry of such a room, it is recommended to use built-in furniture that will fit harmoniously into overall design. Such furniture will not only decorate the interior, but will also save space, since attic room does not have enough space.