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When it comes to converting your loft, there are a number of things that you must consider. One of the things that many people worry about, particularly if they’re on a budget, is the materials they’ll use.

In any construction project, one of the old reliable (and affordable) options is wood. Many times people struggle with ways to use wood creatively, but here are a few ideas from CHC Build of how you can use wood in your loft conversion!

Wooden Loft Ladders

One of the first things you’re going to need in your loft is a way to access it! While staircases can be a lot of work and money to install, a wooden loft ladder is non-invasive and relatively cheap.

If you’re handy with some basic tools, it’s even the kind of thing that you can make yourself! A basic wooden loft ladder like this one provide a safe, affordable, clean looking entrance to your loft.

Safety Railing

The second element that you’ll probably want to address is the safety aspect of having a loft as a usable space.

This is going to be a particularly important aspect for open lofts. Installing walls can be expensive and frustrating, but installing a simple wooden safety railing such as this one can be a cheap alternative.

With the many different styles and carving options that come with using wood, you can go as simple or as fancy as you want with your wooden safety railing!

Bed/Storage Unit

If you’re converting your loft into a bedroom, you’re probably going to have to come up with some creative space-saving tactics. With the ability to craft wood into a compact and efficient storage unit, you will maximize your organizational storage space.

Combining this storage unit with the bed for your loft, as shown here, will serve to truly create a great and fun use of the space!

Built-in Wooden Shelves

Another great way to maximize space by using just a little bit of wood is by building storage shelves for your loft. Shelves can be an easy DIY project, or they can be a beautifully crafted signature piece that you purchase.

Adding a uniquely styled wooden shelving unit such as this one to your loft can add a lot of character and give you all the storage space you want!

Finished Wooden Ceiling

If you’re looking for an affordable way to cleanly finish your ceiling, covering the bare rafters of your loft in a fun and brightening way, using a light colored wood can certainly do the job. Using wood for the ceiling as in this photo rather than drywall maintains the vintage or rustic loft feeling, while providing a clean finish to the room.

Wood is one of the oldest building materials, and it’s also one of the most versatile! These are just a few of the uses for wood when converting your loft. Use them as a launching pad for your own unique ideas, and have fun making your loft exactly what you want it to be!