Attic Crawl Space Conversion
If you plan to turn your attic space into a bedroom you ll have to have at least two exits.
Attic crawl space conversion. This moisture barrier is extended up to the interior foundation walls of the structure. If your attic isn t 7 feet you could lower the floor or raise the attic height. Another exit could be a window. To convert your attic to living space you cannot provide access via a ladder.
In order to turn your attic space into living space the ceilings must be 7 feet from the floor. Some of the structural alterations that will be done to convert a vented crawl space to a closed crawl space involve sealing vents and installing a sealed vapor barrier on the crawl space floor. Unlike many basements attics are dry and being free of major appliances e g the furnace they are also quiet. One can be the staircase to the lower floor.
Provide a minimum of 6 8 of headroom the entire walking length of the stairs. You ll need a skilled contractor for either project.