{"product_id":"loft-leg-175x76x76-box12","title":"LOFT LEG 175x76x76 BOX12","description":"\u003ch2\u003e175mm Loft Legs for Raised Loft Boarding – Pack of 12\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a raised loft storage deck without squashing the insulation beneath it. These 175mm loft legs support loft boarding above the joists, helping prevent insulation compression while making space for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design-protected Loft Leg is a strong, lightweight and easy-to-install solution developed by engineers and designers. Each support measures 175 × 76 × 76mm, and this box contains 12 legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep insulation uncompressed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoarding directly onto joists can compress quilt insulation. Raising the boards leaves room for insulation below the storage deck. A 175mm leg fixed on top of a 100mm truss or ceiling joist provides a raised boarding arrangement suitable for accommodating up to 270mm of quilt insulation, subject to the loft layout and fitting instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK-made recycled polypropylene\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in the UK from recycled polypropylene to ISO 9001 standards, the legs have been mechanically tested by independent experts. Their lightweight construction makes them practical to handle and position when planning a raised loft storage area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct code: LF1880.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions per leg: 175 × 76 × 76mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight above the supporting joist: 175mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack quantity: 12 legs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: recycled polypropylene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: United Kingdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: raised loft boarding for storage above insulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix the legs securely to suitable trusses or ceiling joists and install the boarding in accordance with the fitting instructions. Plan support positions to suit the boards and joist layout, and check that the existing ceiling structure is suitable for the intended storage load. The legs raise the deck; they do not increase the structural capacity of the joists. Keep ventilation paths clear and avoid compressing insulation around the supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are loft legs used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoft legs raise loft boarding above ceiling joists to create a storage deck with space for insulation underneath, rather than compressing the insulation under the boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall are these loft legs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach leg is 175mm high and measures 76 × 76mm across its footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many loft legs are supplied?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box contains 12 loft legs. The number of boxes needed depends on the boarding dimensions, joist layout and support spacing specified in the installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan these be used with 270mm of loft insulation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 175mm leg mounted on a 100mm truss or ceiling joist provides space for up to 270mm of quilt insulation. Check the actual insulation depth, joist dimensions and fitting requirements before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the loft legs made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are made in the UK from recycled polypropylene and are black in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo loft legs strengthen the ceiling joists?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They raise the boarding but do not strengthen the existing structure. Check the suitability of the joists for the intended storage load before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FORGE FIX LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62847463162205,"sku":"LF1880","price":14.77,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/4100\/7453\/files\/exec-6660a8e9-d28f-4881-82aa-17ae2f71c514_c96a1eb5-e64c-44ea-a34e-633fcecad3e8.png?v=1794085345","url":"https:\/\/www.blum.org.uk\/products\/loft-leg-175x76x76-box12","provider":"Hart Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}