What is a loggia? An extra extension blocking the sunlight? A place to store "closers for the winter"? Or even a warehouse for old sleds, skis and even a refrigerator that has not been used for a long time?! No. The loggia is an additional area rich in light and fresh air! So why not use it not for the purpose of a warehouse, but to create an office, a miniature garden with flowers, or a place of relaxation and recreation? Of course, this process is not easy and long, but the result will surely please both the household and the guests, who will certainly be inspired by such an example!
Technical side
The most difficult thing that a “novice builder” will have to face is the demolition of the load-bearing partition between the room and the loggia.And you can’t start it “just like that”! First, you need to obtain permission from the relevant authority for these actions. If the planned redevelopment does not cause damage to the security of the wall and the house, then permission will be issued and work can begin.
However, it should be understood that the missing wall between the loggia and the room will greatly change both the thermal level of the entire room and the noise insulation level. Therefore, it is better to calculate in advance all possible negative situations and plan the redevelopment thoroughly. In some cases, you can leave part of the partition and use it as a design solution: make a rack, shelf or even a table. In this case, it will be possible to avoid additional strengthening of the wall above the opening, as well as slightly reduce heat loss.
How to start remodeling
After the partition has been completely or partially removed, the opening has been strengthened and an action plan has been drawn up, then further repair work can begin, namely:
- Creating an additional outer layer with bricks. This will help rid the future "room" of excess moisture, as well as keep warm longer in cold weather.
- Replacing conventional double or triple glazing with double-glazed windows. This will also help keep you warm, and in addition provide good sound insulation.
- Creation of an additional inner layer using PVC panels. This will further insulate the loggia.
Important! Since it is forbidden by law to take the central heating system outside the walls of the house, it is necessary to think over the loggia heating system in advance. For example, install a "warm floor". Otherwise, in cold weather, you will have to use a heater.
After the main construction and repair work, you should proceed to the interior decoration of the loggia. This is where the creative approach of the landlord and his design preferences come into play. You can decorate the walls with panels with a designer pattern and install a desktop, or you can arrange flower pots and take out a wicker rocking chair to the loggia. Loggia redevelopment is a very serious and responsible business! Before starting it, it is necessary to take into account all the factors and calculate the risks. However, high-quality work is sure to please with the result!
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