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When it comes to your conservatory you want to make it as energy efficient as possible, so you’re not wasting money on fuel bills and spending more than you need to. You may also want something that requires little maintenance and won’t become dirty.
For those wanting a glass roof to make the most of the outside, there are two main options to choose from. But which conservatory roof will be best for your home?
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What better way to enjoy this year’s summer than with a new conservatory. As January is now behind us it’s time to look forward to the warmer months ahead and with many styles to choose from, you can find the right conservatory for you.
And there are plenty of options, starting with the material that’s used to manufacture the conservatory. For a strong, durable and weather resistant conservatory there are three main materials, uPVC, hardwood and aluminium. All three have their own individual benefits and on most occasions it’s personal preference. However, you will find properties in Conservation Areas and World heritage Sites choose hardwood as it’s more likely to be granted planning permission.
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A conservatory is a fantastic addition to any home as it offers a large, airy space for you and your family to relax in at any time of the year. Conservatories are mostly built at the back of your house, giving you easy access to the garden – which is brilliant during the hot summer months.
And when you choose to have a conservatory installed there are many options for you to consider. The style, the windows, the roof and the doors can all be constructed to your individual taste. For those who want a traditional look, Victorian and Edwardian prove particularly popular. Meanwhile, bespoke and lean-to styles are also available for those wanting a more modern feel.
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When it comes to choosing a conservatory for your home you have three main material options. They are aluminium, hardwood and uPVC. All three have their own advantages and most of the time it depends on which style would most suit your home.
But when it comes to uPVC, many conservatory companies would say there’s nothing better. uPVC is a very resistant and durable product that’s used in the manufacture of window frames and doors. It’s often suitable for modern properties and requires little maintenance.
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Planning permission for a conservatory only applies if you intend to extend your property by 50-70 cubic square metres (depending on where you live). Remember that this will include any extensions you already have, so be sure to get the measurements spot on before undertaking a development.
This won’t apply if you live in a Conservation Area or a World Heritage Site as listed buildings are prohibited from any developments or improvements without permission. Listed buildings struggle to gain permission as it’d alter the existing look. In fact, other improvements such as double glazing and solar panels are unlikely to gain permission either.
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When choosing the doors for your new conservatory, there are a number of options. The four popular choices are patio doors, French doors, uPVC doors and bifolding doors. Each style will offer your conservatory something different, but this post will deal with the bifolding door.
Bifolding doors are particularly good for those of you with little space, as they open up the conservatory without taking up much room. Bifolding doors can fold both inwards and outwards, allowing plenty of light into your property.
Although bifolding doors are most useful when space is restricted, such as laundry rooms and cupboards, many people have started to see the possibilities for having them fitted in conservatories. With excellent flexibility coupled with their ease to operate, they make a fantastic addition to any conservatory.
Like all other windows and doors, you’ll want to ensure your bifolding doors can handle changing weather conditions. This is why it’s imperative to check they’re covered by British Regulations, as they’ll then have good weather resistance, insulation and security.
The basic design for bifolding doors means they come in pairs. So in a two-door unit one will fold to either side or a four-door unit will be split in half. This offers maximum space in your conservatory as it means you can have furniture directly next to the door. Notably, sliding doors require the most amount of space to open fully and are simply not suitable for many conservatory designs.
If you’re conservatory’s design wouldn’t accommodate this style, the bifolding doors can be specially manufactured so an odd number of doors are used.
Another benefit with bifolding doors is they have the flexibility to be fully opened, partially opened or fully closed. At different times of the day and year you’ll need varying levels of light and space, so bifolding doors give you this great option.
Bifolding doors can be manufactured in wood and aluminium and there are a number of colours and finishes to suit you and your conservatory.
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The popularity for French doors is due to their beautiful appearance and functionality. French doors are one of the most common doors you’ll find in new conservatories with a number of fantastic benefits.
First and foremost, French doors are made from glass, allowing plenty of sunlight into your property throughout the year. In the summer this has the added advantage of warming up your conservatory with natural sunlight.
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uPVC, otherwise known as unplasticised Polyvinyl Chloride, has become the leading material for conservatory constructions. It’s pretty easy to see why, with a number of benefits that set it apart from other possible materials.
Nowadays uPVC accounts for 50% of all new conservatory builds. uPVC superbly integrates cost and quality to produce a conservatory that’ll last for decades against all weather conditions.
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An aluminium conservatory has excellent durability and resistance to weather. Aluminium will provide your home with watertight protection throughout the year and it’ll need little maintenance to keep it in optimal condition.
While aluminium conservatories may be slightly more expensive than uPVC conservatories, these benefits are well worth the extra cost. An aluminium conservatory won’t have the same weaknesses as hardwood either, as there’s no chance of the material warping, rotting or bowing.
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When you come to the decision to build a conservatory, you’ll have three options for the material. These are uPVC, aluminium or hardwood. All three have their advantages and disadvantages and a lot comes down to which material will look best for your property.
The hardwood conservatory has always been the traditional choice as it looks fantastic and brings a warm, relaxing feel to all homes. The typical wood for these types of conservatories is English oak, but mahogany and teak are also popular.
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