With ever-increasing house prices, stamp duty and an easing in planning laws, British homeowners are keen to convert 'dead space' in their properties.
A study by AA Home Insurance has found that Britons want to make the most of their properties - whether that is inside or outside of the home.

A study of more than 2,000 UK adults established that:

attics (52%) are the most popular option for conversion;

almost one in five (18%) want to convert space for adult children;

the value of possessions in rooms that were 'dead space' is £28bn;

sheds are being used to create 'alternative' spaces, with 15% of homeowners using them as 'outhouse offices'.

The most popular spaces to convert are attics/lofts, garages, sheds and basements.

While the most popular rooms to create are a family bedroom, guest bedroom, office, bathroom, dining room.

The study found the value Britons spent on converting parts of their homes now stands at £90bn.