The hip of a sloping roof is turned into a gable end and the ridge is extended creating space for a loft conversion.
Pitched roof loft.
Roof pitch is a measurement of a roof s slope expressed as a ratio.
Learn the 1 rafter design that will guarantee your roof that is safe and strong for years to come.
Rooflight or velux loft conversions there s no need for extensive building work.
Although there is no single standard roof pitch used on all sloped roofs factors such as roofing materials and local climate help to determine the appropriate range of pitches for a given building.
If the roof space is less than 2 3m don t throw away your dreams of a conversion as there are other options available.
Most loft conversions employ at least one pair of steel beams to support the new floor structure and the roof slopes at purlin level and sometimes also at ridge level e g.
Where you re adding a large dormer.