Attic Storage Enhancement
Enhance Your Attic With Useable Storage Space
If you are looking for practical Attic Storage ideas, Any Home Repair can turn your attic into useable storage space. Most homeowners are unsure what to do or what can be done with an unfinished attic.
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The space does not always appear to be useable for much. You might not even have the proper flooring in your attic, just an endless row of trusses with a mess of insulation. But rest assured that there are many ways to add really practical storage space so that your prized holiday decorations and family heirlooms will always have a safe storage location.
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You can make an attic suitable for storage by first assessing the space and checking if the space is structurally sound and how much weight it can hold. Any Home Repairs can advise you if your attic would be suitable to use for storage with the required improvements.
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If your attic does not have a proper flooring system, there are plenty of options to create flooring that's raised above your insulation and can support storage.
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Creating a Stable Floor For Storage
If the floor joists are visible in your attic, Any Home Repair can add a platform that makes the space suitable for storage. Any Home Repair can create a raised floor using legs and chipboard that sits above the insulation and joists, creating a space to walk on and add storage too.
You can choose how much of your area you want to cover. You can cover the entire area and make it all useable, or only cover a portion.
Use Your Space Between Trusses
If you have plenty to store up in your attic, don't let any of that square footage go to waste. The space between your trusses is useable too. Any Home Repairs can build platforms that sit between beams, making that awkward, unusable space, the ideal storage area.
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Add a Truss Shelf
If your trusses are V or W shaped like the ones you see here, Any Home Repairs can still make use of the space by adding a shelf that sits between them. Then just like magic, you will have additional storage space.
What Should Not Be stored In An Attic?
While attics are can be great storage spaces, there are things you should never store in an attic such as photographs, paint, clothing, wooden furniture, candles, electronics, or musical instruments.
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Proper Attic Storage Containers
Make sure everything in your attic is stored properly. The best type of storage containers for an attic are airtight, clear plastic boxes. Attics get dusty, they change temperature, and they are potentially home to insects and critters. Be sure that all of your containers are sealed. Be sure to choose clear boxes so you can easily see what's inside. Avoid cardboard boxes or storing things in bag.
Benefits Of Replacing Your Attic Stairs
Replacing your attic stairs can provide several benefits including: improved accessibility to your attic storage space, increased energy efficiency by preventing air leaks, enhanced safety with a sturdy and well-maintained access point, potential increase in home value by making the attic more usable, and better indoor air quality by minimizing dust and allergen entry; essentially making it easier to utilize your attic for storage while maintaining a comfortable living environment.
Convenience
New attic stairs provide easier access to your attic, eliminating the need for a separate ladder and making it more convenient to retrieve stored items.
Storage Space
With better access, you can maximize the storage potential of your attic, freeing up space in other areas of your home.
Energy Efficiency
Modern attic stairs often come with improved insulation features, helping to prevent air leaks and maintain a more consistent temperature in your home.
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Safety
Worn or damaged attic stairs can be a safety hazard. Replacing them with new, sturdy stairs ensures a safer way to access your attic.
Home Value
A well-maintained attic with easy access can increase the overall value of your property when selling.
Air Quality
Proper sealing around new attic stairs can help prevent dust, allergens, and other pollutants from entering your living space.
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