# Hi-Level Mezzanines > UK Leading Mezzanine Flooring Provider Hi-Level Mezzanines is the UK's leading mezzanine floor specialist. Established in 1991, we design, manufacture and install mezzanine floors for industrial, warehouse, retail, leisure and commercial buildings across the UK and Europe. We are an employee-owned business and proud recipients of The King's Award for Enterprise 2024. ## What We Do We provide turnkey mezzanine floor solutions - from initial consultation and structural design through to manufacture, installation and regulatory compliance. Our value-engineered approach optimises steel utilisation to reduce cost and environmental impact. Our services cover: - Mezzanine floor design, manufacture and installation - Fire protection and building regulations compliance - Decking, staircases, pallet gates and edge protection - Ground investigation reports and piling - Mezzanine finance services ## Sectors We Serve We work across multiple sectors including warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, retail, automotive, leisure, self storage, offices, automation and robotics. ## Resources and Guides Our resource library provides expert guidance on mezzanine floor specification, costs, regulations and installation. - [Does a mezzanine floor need planning permission in the UK?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/does-a-mezzanine-floor-need-planning-permission-in-the-uk/): Planning permission and building regulations: what is the difference? Transcript Planning permission and building regulations: what is the difference? Planning permission and building regulations are separate processes, and they are frequently confused. But they serve entirely different purposes. Planning permission is granted by the local planning authority. It controls whether development is acceptable in land […] - [Mezzanine floor or warehouse extension: how to choose between them](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/mezzanine-floor-or-warehouse-extension-how-to-choose-between-them/): How do a mezzanine floor and a warehouse extension differ? A mezzanine works vertically, using height that already exists within the building. A warehouse extension works horizontally, adding new ground-level floor area by expanding the footprint. That single distinction drives every other difference between them:Structure: a mezzanine is a self-contained steel structure installed inside the […] - [How is a mezzanine floor designed and specified?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/how-is-a-mezzanine-floor-designed-and-specified/): What inputs drive mezzanine design? Mezzanine design is driven by three categories of input: the host building, the intended use, and the regulatory context. The same three apply whether the mezzanine is retrofitted into an existing building or designed into a new build. Input category What it determines Host building Clear height, available footprint, slab […] - [When is a mezzanine floor not the right solution?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/when-is-a-mezzanine-floor-not-the-right-solution/): When is the building’s internal clear height too low? Transcript A mezzanine floor is not the right solution when the internal clear height of the building is below approximately four metres. Below that threshold, compliant working clearances can’t be achieved both above and below the deck. It’s worth being precise about what clear height means […] - [Can a mezzanine floor be installed in my warehouse?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/can-a-mezzanine-floor-be-installed-in-my-warehouse/): What height does a warehouse need for a mezzanine floor? Transcript What height does a warehouse need for a mezzanine floor? The first thing most people do when considering a mezzanine is look up. And that instinct is right – internal clear height is one of the most important factors in determining whether a warehouse […] - [What is a mezzanine floor used for?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/what-is-a-mezzanine-floor-used-for/): What does a mezzanine floor do? A mezzanine floor creates one or more intermediate levels inside a building, increasing usable internal floor area without altering the external dimensions. A single-tier installation effectively doubles the floor area within the footprint. Where height permits, two, three or four tiers can multiply usable area several times over within […] - [How much does a mezzanine floor cost?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/how-much-does-a-mezzanine-floor-cost/): What determines the cost of a mezzanine floor? Mezzanine cost is determined by structural specification, intended use and regulatory requirements. Pricing is based on: Floor area (m²) Required load capacity (kg/m²) Structural steel volume and column layout Fire rating requirements Stairs, pallet gates or lifts Edge protection and partitioning Integration with lighting and sprinklers Installation […] - [What is a mezzanine floor in an industrial or warehouse building?](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/resources/what-is-a-mezzanine-floor/): How is a mezzanine floor structurally supported? Transcript How is a mezzanine floor structurally supported? A mezzanine floor is structurally supported by a steel frame, which transfers imposed loads directly to the existing concrete floor slab through vertical columns. The structure normally consists of steel columns, primary beams, secondary beams, floor decking, and bracing for […] ## Latest News - [Day in the life of Gerald David](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/day-in-the-life-of-gerald-david/): Gerald David is a Structural Engineer Estimator at Hi-Level Mezzanines. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in the Philippines and is also a licensed Civil Engineer there, qualified to sign and seal building plans for structural integrity. - [Why the right lighting is vital for your mezzanine](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/why-the-right-lighting-is-vital-for-your-mezzanine/): Good mezzanine lighting supports safety, productivity, compliance and employee wellbeing, from day one of your new space. - [Why mezzanines are essential for maximising the benefits of brownfield sites](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/why-mezzanines-are-essential-for-maximising-the-benefits-of-brownfield-sites/): Brownfield sites are back on the agenda, and for good reason. And for many UK businesses, a mezzanine can turn underused urban and edge-of-town land into a practical answer to pressure for more industrial, logistics and storage space. Location alone is not enough. To make these sites commercially viable, every square metre has to work […] - [Day in the life of Beth Carter](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/day-in-the-life-of-beth-carter/): Beth is a Hi-Level Mezzanines Project Manager. Before joining the company in 2024 she built a strong foundation in the construction and design sector. - [How to avoid delays to a mezzanine project](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/how-to-avoid-delays-to-a-mezzanine-project/): Avoid delays to a mezzanine project with expert planning, early risk identification and proven delivery strategies from Hi-Level Mezzanines. - [How to find a mezzanine supplier you can have confidence in](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/how-to-find-a-mezzanine-supplier-you-can-have-confidence-in/): Choosing the right supplier is critical. The best mezzanine suppliers do far more than quote for steelwork. They help you shape the brief, challenge assumptions, guide you on compliance, give realistic budget figures early and manage the project properly from design through to completion. - [How Industry 4.0 impacts mezzanine design in warehouses and looking ahead to Industry 5.0](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/how-industry-4-0-impacts-mezzanine-design-in-warehouses-and-looking-ahead-to-industry-5-0/): Mezzanine design for Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 is becoming a defining factor in how warehouses and manufacturing facilities are planned across the UK. As automation, robotics and smart systems become standard, mezzanine floors are no longer simply a way to increase space – they are central to how operations function. Government-backed investment is accelerating this […] - [Understanding mezzanine floor load ratings – live loads, dead loads and point loads explained](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/mezzanine-loads/): Mezzanine floor load ratings determine how much weight a structure can safely support in day-to-day use. This guide explains live loads, dead loads and point loads in simple terms, helping warehouse, manufacturing and commercial operators understand how mezzanine floors are designed for safety, compliance and long-term performance. - [Day in the life of Johanna Baranda](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/day-in-the-life-of-johanna-baranda/): Jo joined Hi-Level in December 2024 as a structural engineer. Her role is highly technical as she specialises in out-of-the-ordinary projects that are more complicated than usual. - [The Robot Flooring Guide - how to choose the right flooring for robotics in the UK](https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/the-robot-flooring-guide-how-to-choose-the-right-flooring-for-robotics-in-the-uk/): A practical UK guide to choosing the right flooring for warehouse robotics, covering robot-ready flooring, wear considerations and real-world applications. ## Key Pages - Homepage: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk - Mezzanine Floors: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/mezzanines/ - Solutions: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/solutions/ - Case Studies: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/case-studies/ - About Us: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/about/ - Contact: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/contact/ - FAQs: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/faqs/ - Mezzanine Floor Calculator: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/mezzanines/calculator/ - Building Regulations: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/building-regulations/ - Quality and Accreditations: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/quality/ - Testimonials: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/testimonials/ ## Contact - Website: https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk - Email: sales@hi-level.co.uk - Sales: 01730 237 190 - General: 01730 233 223 - Address: Unit 6, Petersfield Business Park, Bedford Road, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3QA ## Sitemap https://www.hi-levelmezzanines.co.uk/sitemaps.xml