At Warehouse Fit Out Group, we bring you warehouse mezzanine floor solutions. We've been providing cost effective warehouse storage solutions to happy customers since 2008.
We've got extensive experience in designing, supplying and installing mezzanine flooring to suit your requirements. After a detailed consultation and design process, we install your new floor to the highest standards.
Our Mezzanine Flooring Services
All our mezzanine floors offer more available space, if you're looking for that extra floor space. It's the perfect, bespoke solution in your existing building.
Conventional Mezzanine
Metal Shelving
Mesh Partitioning
Office Construction
Carton Live Storage
Custom Storage
We also offer industrial racking, including pallet racking, as well as warehouse LED lighting for commercial purposes. Contact us to get a free call with our consultants.
We install mezzanine floors
At Warehouse Fit Out Group, we have a specialist team of mezzanine floor installers. We design your mezzanine floor installation for you to make sure it fits your requirements and will be delivered on time.
Benefits of finding the right mezzanine floor installers
We’re one of the mezzanine floor installation companies in the UK so we know that choosing mezzanine floor installation has multiple benefits to your business.
You'll see:
More storage space for stock and other materials
More office space for staff meetings and other uses
Better, safe access to equipment stored higher
More space in retail to display more products
Increased sales potential due to increased display
What happens during the mezzanine flooring installation?
When our engineers are installing your mezzanine floors, there are processes in place to ensure your floor is fully erected and functional on time so you can use it when you need to.
That means:
Only authorised individuals are permitted to be on site for safety reasons
We install outside of your working hours, which means minimum disruption for your business
We’ll discuss and agree with you on a deadline, so you can rely on your floor being ready to schedule
Our engineers consult with you and agree on the sizing requirements your floor needs so you have the essential space
Mezzanine Flooring Installation: Frequently Asked Questions
What is mezzanine installation?
It's a warehouse operation that involves installing a floor between different levels of a building. A mezzanine floor for a warehouse is designed to give you more area or storage space in your building or business, without actually extending your building or renting out external property.
It's a raised platform that gives you additional space. That means better stock movement and management because you can move around your production lines more efficiently.
We'll work closely with you with to future proof your existing space to your exact requirements. Use your packing areas more effectively when you choose the right solution that's fully compliant with official regulations.
Do I need planning permission to get a mezzanine floor for a warehouse?
You don’t need planning permission to get a mezzanine flooring installed, if it can be fully demounted and the changes are only internal. This is the case most of the time.
You may need approval from Building Regulations. It’s only in some rare cases you might need planning permission to install a mezzanine floor. For example, if your mezzanine floor is part of a project that does externally change your building.
Are there size limits when you have a mezzanine floor installed?
No, there are no size limits when you have a mezzanine floor installed. You can have it in any shape, size or height that you need. In fact, you can have 2 or 3 tier floors if you need double or triple the space.
If you need more floor space and better storage systems, talk to us about what you require from mezzanine floors.
Does a mezzanine need building regulations?
Yes. You will need the Building Regulations Approval before your mezzanine floor gets approved to be erected. The authority will need to do a full review of the building for health and safety, and the design of it.
This is likely to include the following.
Structural safety - Part A
Protection from falling - Part K
Fire safety - Part B
Access to and use of buildings - Part M
Do mezzanine floors for a warehouse need to be fire rated?
Your mezzanine floor might need to be fire rated. It depends on how you propose to use the space. Some mezzanine floors that are used for storing stock don’t have to be fire rated. But to get the stamp of approval from the Building Regulations, any offices that are sat on a mezzanine floor will need to be protected from fire risk.
Your mezzanine floor might need to be fire rated if:
More than 3 people will work on the mezzanine floor at any given time
The size of the mezzanine floor is half the size of the room it’s built in
The edge or full area of the floor is over a certain size
What is the minimum height for a mezzanine floor for a warehouse?
The minimum height for a mezzanine floor needs to be 14.7 feet or 440 cm between the ceiling and the ground floor. That’s the requirement to have a mezzanine floor that’s functional for space and headroom of your staff.
Does a mezzanine add value?
Yes, building a mezzanine in a warehouse does add value to your business in lots of ways. They’re modular and scalable, which means we can create a mezzanine to your requirement so there’s no limits in that sense.
They’re robust because they’re made from steel, so they’re completely secure and strong enough for any intended purpose. Whether that’s stock holding or for office room such as staff training.
They are much cheaper and much more environmentally friendly than hiring out external property. So you can focus on running your business every day, and not have the added worry of cost.
How much weight can a mezzanine hold?
Usually, warehouse mezzanine systems can carry up to 4,000kg/m2, which means it’s perfect for storage of heavier equipment.
Generally though, these are the recommended weight loads for your mezzanine floor.
Weight - Intended Purpose
3.5kN/m2 - Office
4.8kN/m2 - Light Storage
7.2kN/m2 - Medium Storage
9.6kN/m2 - Heavy Storage
How many steps are in a mezzanine floor?
You generally need a minimum of one General Access Stair. You might need more than one exit if you’re having a higher number of staff working on the mezzanine and it can depend on the load.
It’s previously been the guideline that mezzanines with less than 50 workers on only required one exit staircase. A higher number of individuals would need more stairways.
Is a mezzanine considered a storey?
No, a mezzanine is not a storey. It’s the ideal way of adding space capacity to your building without having to add a whole separate storey.
Can a mezzanine be enclosed?
Yes, but it has to meet certain requirements to do so. If there are at least two exits or the occupant load is ten or less, the mezzanine space can be enclosed.
Otherwise, it must be an open floor. These have previously been the guidelines, but may have changed. Our mezzanine experts can walk you through any questions and give you updated information. Call us to have a chat.
What are the types of mezzanine floors?
Workspace - if you have staff that need extra space to work, such as administration
Tiered - if you have multiple needs for your warehouse
Storage - ideal for warehouses that need extra stock handling
Can I keep adding to the mezzanine floor in my warehouse?
You can keep adding to your mezzanine floor once it's been added, typically. But we'd recommend having a chat with us to discuss your requirements so we can officially confirm.
That's because it's important for us to make sure your floor wouldn't be experiencing too heavy a load.
Is a mezzanine floor sustainable?
Yes. These floors are semi permanent, so naturally you might question whether it's sustainable. But mezzanine flooring are specifically created for its intended purpose.
It has a very long lifespan and is highly stable. It's made from steel parts and properly constructed, so it's completely reliable and will be a perfect investment for your business premises. You'll have more available space and additional storage capacity to use however best bits you.
What material is used for mezzanine floors?
Warehouse mezzanine floors are usually made out of a mix of steel, wood, stainless steel or concrete. Sometimes, fibreglass is involved.
It can depend on the type of mezzanine floor that's being manufactured. But typically the most common materials are steel and concrete for warehouse mezzanine floors.
How much does a mezzanine floor cost?
The average mezzanine floor cost for industrial purposes can be £4,000 for 25 square metres, according to Checkatrade.
But the cost of a mezzanine floor depends on the size and weight load you'll need. So we'd recommend having a chat with us to find out your bespoke quote because it could vary from this price.
How much space do you need for a mezzanine?
You'll need a ceiling height of over 4 metres if you're wanting a mezzanine floors installed for extra storage space. For a full quote, chat to us today as the experts in warehouse storage solutions.
