Today everyone seeks to increase the usable area in the house, someone by rearranging furniture, and someone by equipping the attic. Wooden houses with an attic, they also look more aesthetically pleasing, and the sooner you think about implementing the idea, the easier it will be to do.
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The history of attics goes back about 400 years thanks to the French architect François Mansard. It was he who solved the problem with the ban on completion upper floorsby proposing to convert attics into living quarters. At first, they were called mansar, and then, more than a hundred years later, mansards.
Many believe that the attic at that time was exclusively a symbol of the poverty of the contingent living there. Currently, the situation has changed radically - not everyone can afford the costs of re-equipment of the attic, so attic houses are considered a symbol of wealth and good taste for the owner of the house.
It is possible and necessary to rebuild the attic in almost every house - wooden house 9x9 with an attic becomes significantly warmer. The fact is that through the attic we lose about 30% of the heat, and with the attic the losses are significantly reduced. The task is not so much to make it warmer, but to keep warm air that rises from the lower floors. Many people think that the attic is always colder than other rooms, but in fact the temperature in this room may even be slightly higher.
It is much better to plan an attic even at the stage of building a house. Even if you do not possess this moment the necessary funds for its insulation and equipment, nothing prevents you from creating rafter system, the most suitable for the attic room, as well as provide for the presence of communications, for example, sewer pipe and electricity.
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In addition to thermal insulation and less heat loss attic rooms in wooden houses they have other advantages:
- The house is acquiring a very interesting, complete look.
- The attic made of wood, as a rule, turns out to be the largest room in the house - there you can create several rooms, different in purpose.
- You can create a spacious balcony in the attic - a magnificent view opens from its height.
However, we must not forget about the possible inconvenience and costs. For the attic, the problem of windows is always acute - ordinary plastic windows can be located only strictly vertically, any slopes are fraught with water leakage. In addition, their strength should be significantly higher. The easiest way to solve this problem is to introduce a window opening into the attic, but this loses usable area. You can also make the so-called take-out - in this case, it is necessary to change the design of the rafters and build additional mini-walls specifically for the windows.
Most correct option - purchase special roof windows that can be installed directly into the roof plane, at an angle. By the way, this arrangement allows you to penetrate more Sveta. The special shockproof glass is not afraid of hail and other mechanical damage. However, the cost of such windows is high.
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Wooden houses are usually built with sufficient light foundation, therefore, it is better not to rush with the attic - you should calculate the loads and, if necessary, strengthen the foundation. The attic on the old wooden house should be as light as possible, because there will be more furniture inside the room. Alternatively, you can replace heavy slate or shingles with metal shingles and bituminous materials.
In insulation and decorative finishing use only light materials: mineral wool, drywall, lining. In your environment, try to avoid heavy and bulky objects: bulky wardrobes, beds, sofas.Among modern furniture, there are many light and practical things, for example, instead of a cabinet, you can put a wide hanger, and instead of bedside tables, make niches in the wall out of drywall.
In a wooden house, it should be carried out using light materials - in this case, even on winter days or during prolonged rains, the attic will not look gloomy. Since the house is wooden, wood trim will look most appropriate. By the way, it is not necessary to hide the rafters behind drywall - they can be sanded and painted with a stain. A coat of varnish transforms the sullen rafters into a radiant design element. In addition, the wood can be aged or the fibers can be extracted with a metal brush - these techniques are simple to perform and very effective.
Lighting an attic in a wooden house is not so easy - one chandelier or lamp is not enough. You should take care of safety first of all - insulate the wiring by all available methods. Close proximity to moisture and wooden roof elements is fraught with serious consequences, so precautions will not be superfluous.
The best solution to the problem is small lamps that illuminate separate zones - thus, the problem of dividing the attic into several sectors will also be solved. By the way, avoid using complicated partitions to separate working area from the recreation area - arched structures, book shelves will help you in this matter.
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The question is always especially acute. To make this room comfortable both in winter and in summer, the thermal insulation layer must reach at least 20 cm.That is, if you decide to insulate from the inside, keep in mind that you will have to lose a lot of space. Sometimes it is much better to make external insulation - on top of the rafters. But in this case, you will have to disassemble the roof. However, if the roof is heavy enough, and you decide to change it to a lighter one, then the cards are in your hands!
First of all, a horizontal crate is stuffed over the rafters, which will hold numerous insulation. The lathing is made of thin dies - they do not require great strength. On top of the lathing, the first layer is laid with waterproofing, then the turn of the insulation itself (mineral or glass wool, foam, polystyrene plates), which is sheathed with vapor barrier and wind protection.
Each layer is extremely important: vapor barrier prevents condensation, wind protection prevents cold wind from penetrating through the insulation.
It is best to choose a non-combustible insulation - these include mineral wool. Moreover, they do not rot and do not attract rodents. Their only drawback is that when they get wet, they lose their thermal insulation qualities. That is why it is so important to provide for a vapor barrier. Mineral wool can also be used for internal insulation - for this, rigid plates are chosen that will be held between the rafters without any fasteners. However, it is difficult to make internal insulation monolithic; there will certainly be cold bridges, open cracks.
Sprayed materials can make a monolithic layer of insulation. Polyurethane foam is becoming more and more popular, despite its relatively high cost. Firstly, this is the fastest way to solve the problem with insulation - for the entire attic near experienced master it will take several hours, and secondly, in the process, the most distant corners and crevices are blown out. And thirdly, polyurethane foam has high adhesion to almost all materials, that is, there is no need to make a crate for it.
An attic, by definition, is an attic floor, which is located under the roof of a house, and at least 50% of the entire room should have ceilings of about 2.5 meters: this rule is dictated by SNiP. The rest of the space is occupied by a sloping roof, which makes the walls of the upper rooms look like "cut off".
Projects of wooden houses with an attic came to us from Europe and instantly gained popularity. In Moscow, such a cottage is considered romantic and luxurious, and often the upper level is set aside for a quiet sleeping area, while the first one houses common living rooms for meeting guests.
Projects wooden houses with an attic in Moscow and the Moscow region we offer you - on our website you will find a huge number of them, among which you will certainly be able to pick up the one that will sink into your soul personally. If not, then we are ready to develop an appropriate project individually, based on the price, your wishes and requirements.
Advantages of projects of wooden houses with an attic
A wooden house with an attic looks like an impressive one-story building and will cost less than a two-story mansion. We offer you a number of advantagesthat distinguish such buildings:
- the price becomes lower due to the smaller amount of building materials used and a decrease in the price of construction and installation work;
- the area increases, since the category of residential passes attic;
- the roof is insulated without fail, which helps to increase the thermal efficiency of the entire building, which is very important for the harsh winters of the Moscow region;
- the appearance of such a wooden cottage is amazing - it ideally corresponds to the most utopian ideas about housing for a loving and friendly family;
- the attic opens up tremendous architectural opportunities.
Projects of wooden houses with an attic in Moscow
By contacting us, you will receive environmentally friendly housing at an affordable price, which will delight more than one generation of your family.
Company "Arkhangelsk House" offers services for the design, construction, repair and decoration of wooden houses in the Moscow region. In our work, we use only natural wood, brought from the very heart of the Arkhangelsk forest, modern decoration Materials and a responsible approach.
Wooden houses with attics are a unique opportunity to combine an economical approach to building construction with reasonable expediency. The attic in a modern design is far from an attic room, which has limited functionality. Today, thanks to the use of unique technologies for insulation and waterproofing, houses with attics can be used year-round in any climatic conditions.
Our company offers you a turnkey construction of any wooden houses with attics. You can:
- order construction according to ready-made standard projects, which are presented on our website;
- offer your own version;
- to carry out redevelopment of already finished projects.
You can get expert advice and order a calculation for building a house with an attic by phone: or by e-mail:
What are the advantages of a log house with an attic?
The advantages that a house from a bar with an attic has are as follows:
- efficiency of construction through the use of frame technologies;
- increased level of comfort;
- complete environmental safety;
- the ability to double the useful living space with minimal investment;
- excellent thermal insulation, which is provided by the "thermos" technology.
During the operation of houses from a bar with attics, their owners also note excellent soundproofing ability, the absence of excessive heating of the premises in the summer. With the right approach to the vapor barrier and thermal insulation of roof structures, it is almost completely possible to avoid the formation of ice in the cold season.
Modern wooden house with an attic
In today's world, cost-effective residential construction technology is winning overwhelmingly. People strive to ensure comfortable living conditions for themselves with minimal costs. Mansard technologies allow you to reduce the cost and time of building a cottage. At the same time, the savings do not negatively affect the subsequent operation of the building.
Particular attention should be paid to the fact that a modern wooden house with an attic must fully satisfy the aesthetic claims of the customer and its future owner. The fact is that to equip the attic requires the installation of a special type of roofing structure. Correct architectural design of the project allows you to minimize the negative visual perception of this structure.
To this it should be added that the external finishing facade finishing must match that type roofing material, which is used on this type of log house. You can order a timber bath from us, which in its architectural style will be beneficial to complement a house with an attic. It will make your suburban life even more comfortable and respectable.
Typical projects of houses with an attic
Here you can find ready-made standard designs of houses with an attic. All documentation is developed by our specialists. This work is based on long-term observations and wishes of our customers. Therefore, all the presented projects of houses with an attic are distinguished by a unique combination of functionality, convenience and compliance with customer requirements.
You can order the redevelopment of any project of a house with an attic absolutely free of charge. This service is included in the package of services for the construction of the facility. All work is carried out after signing the contract.
What does the plan of a house with an attic include
A typical house plan with an attic should include the layout of the living and office spaces. Depending on the climatic conditions of use of the facility and its purpose, the plan may include a description of the thermal insulation layers.
As a rule, the floor plan indicates the height of the ceiling structures and the type of room. Before starting construction, the customer should clarify the functional purpose of the attic floor. The type of insulation used depends on this. If you want to enjoy the coolness of the attic in your house in the summertime, then be sure to cover it with aluminum reflective film. For winter use, check the number of layers of insulation. Pay attention to the fact that it is not recommended to use ceramic and metal shingles for arranging mansard roofs. Due to the thawing of water in winter, they can quickly fail. Consult a specialist of our company on the choice of roofing material.
For you - economy class houses, which can be equipped with attics.
A wooden house with an attic can be ordered from rounded logs, as well as from planed and profiled beams. In addition, we build buildings according to frame technology, which allows you to finish the job as quickly as possible and without compromising quality.
Our catalog contains only some projects of houses with an attic that we have built, construction prices are indicated without taking into account interior decoration premises. You just have to choose the option you like and call the number listed below.
Advantages of a wooden house with an attic
Originality. Library, study or workshop, equipped on attic floor a wooden house, will allow you to equip a comfortable space for work and creativity.
Availability. Building an attic is much cheaper than building a small two-story house.
Saving. The design of the attic does not allow heat to "escape" through the roof, and this reduces the cost of heating the house.
