How do you choose loft conversion flooring that looks great and performs well?

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Choosing loft conversion flooring can be a little tricky. Not only do you want to select something that will do the new space justice in terms of aesthetics, but you also need to take into account the particular nuances of loft conversions.

Alongside picking out a floor covering that works for what you intend to use the newly converted room for, you need to consider soundproofing, comfort levels, cost and installation.

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Dean Taylor

Dean Taylor is the founder and managing director of The Loft Boys. He’s super passionate about lofts. Dean’s been treading the boards (loft boards that is) for 20 years and counting, so if there’s something about lofts that this man doesn’t know about, then it probably isn't worth knowing.

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Steve Britchford

Senior Partner at Polycote UK, specialists in the supply and installation of epoxy floor, wall and roof paint, PU screeds and building products.

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Zak Gilby

Zak is managing director and co-founder of DeVis Architecture. By trade he is an architectural technologist with 5+ years in the industry. DeVis Architecture work on small-medium scale, residential projects across London and the South of England, and have expertise on all things home extensions, new builds, interior design and sustainability.

Natasha Brinsmead

Natasha was Homebuilding & Renovating’s Associate Content Editor and was a member of the Homebuilding team for over two decades. In her role on Homebuilding & Renovating she imparted her knowledge on a wide range of renovation topics, from window condensation to renovating bathrooms, to removing walls and adding an extension. She continues to write for Homebuilding on these topics, and more. An experienced journalist and renovation expert, she also writes for a number of other homes titles, including Homes & Gardens and Ideal Homes. Over the years Natasha has renovated and carried out a side extension to a Victorian terrace. She is currently living in the rural Edwardian cottage she renovated and extended on a largely DIY basis, living on site for the duration of the project.