Looking to enhance the safety of your loft and storage? Whether your loft space was available when you bought your home or installed recently, it’s essential to consider its safety. Simply boarding the loft isn’t enough; depending on the type of boarding, there might be safer alternatives. Additionally, there are various loft accessories that can significantly improve safety and efficiency, minimising the risk of injury. In this blog, we’ll explore how to make your loft as safe as possible.
Loft Boarding
Many people are unaware of the different boarding options available. These include standard boarding and Key Loft Storage Raised Loft Boarding.
Key Loft Storage Raised Loft Boarding is a superior choice, providing a robust and safe deck for storage and creating a walkway for maintenance access to pipes, boilers, and solar panel equipment. This raised boarding system employs supports made from timber. The sub-frame creates a secure platform that exceeds British Standard 6399-1:1996 for minimum imposed floor load requirements, capable of supporting an impressive 500 kg per square metre.
For the safest and strongest loft boarding option suitable for all types of homes, including new builds and properties pre-1975, Key Loft Storage Raised Loft Boarding is the ideal solution.
Loft Ladder
Accessing your loft can be challenging without a quality loft ladder. Many people resort to makeshift solutions, like dragging a step ladder or balancing on a chair, which can be incredibly dangerous. A misplaced foot can lead to serious injuries.
Having a loft ladder professionally installed ensures safe and easy access to your loft at all times. The ladder is fitted to the loft opening, eliminating concerns about it tipping or wobbling while you navigate in and out. Our ladders are constructed from durable materials, such as aluminium and timber, to ensure stability. Explore our range of loft ladder options to find the best fit for your home.
Ladder Balustrades or Grab Rails
Balustrades provide essential stability when entering or exiting the loft, while grab rails enhance safety when climbing the ladder, giving you something to hold onto when carrying items. These features alleviate the stress of loft access, offering peace of mind and reducing the risk of falls and injuries. Make your loft safe to enter with our selection of ladder balustrades or grab rails.
Loft Lighting
Instead of relying on a torch, consider installing loft lighting in your storage area. While this may seem obvious, many still use torches, which limit visibility and increase the risk of trips and falls. Comprehensive loft lighting enhances visibility, helping you avoid hazards and potential accidents in a cluttered space. Browse our range of loft lighting options to improve safety in your loft.
Loft Shelving
Loft shelving is ideal for organising heavier items, making it easier and safer to store and retrieve belongings, thus preventing back strain. This solution is particularly beneficial for those with many heavy items, as it can also free up floor space, reducing clutter and minimising tripping hazards. Enhance accessibility and safety with our professionally installed loft shelving.