Loft lights
The right lighting can’t be overlooked when creating your dream loft space.
Having no lighting can be dangerous, yet too much harsh lighting and you can spoil the natural ambiance that a loft space provides. You have to find the right balance between the two, and then have the ability to perform the installation and install wiring if needed.
At The Loft Doctor, we have over a decade’s worth of loft services experience when it comes to fitting loft lights during loft conversions or while installing loft boarding. We can guide you to making the right decisions for your loft area, and can save you money by giving you an honest, fair quote.
Carry on reading for more information on the importance of loft lighting and what varieties there are.
Types of loft lights
There are two main types when it comes to lighting ideas for lofts:
- Mains wired
- Battery powered
If you have no access to a mains electric circuit in your loft, then we highly recommend that you allow us to provide this service for you.
Doing so is the first step to turning your loft space into a usable area. Not only will you be able to have reliable lighting in your loft, but you also give yourself the option to convert it into a bedroom later down the line.
Battery loft lights may be a suitable solution for your loft if it is small and used infrequently. They are cheap to buy and easy to install, although they are not as strong as wired lights and you will need to keep replacing the batteries when they run out – making them more expensive than LED loft lights wired to the mains.
Loft conversion lighting ideas
For the best results, you should plan your lighting before beginning work on your conversion or boarding.
This way, if you know that you would prefer to have the option of natural lighting when available, you can decide to install Velux skylights that can light your loft during the day.
As well, knowing where your lights will be positioned before starting labour on your conversion will help our team plan how to wire your loft lights around your insulation and boarding materials.
If your loft is already boarded and you want new lighting installed, some boarding may need to be lifted in order to find and trace the wires beneath.
The Loft Doctor loft light fitting installations
Do you want a dazzling new loft? New loft lights can achieve just that.
Whether you want LED downlights in your loft, or you want the option of bringing in tonnes of natural light with Velux windows, our team of experienced professionals at The Loft Doctor can help.
Search for loft light fitters near me and you’ll find that our service in the north west is one of the best! Get in touch with our team today to speak to a professional and book yourself in.