Conservatory Considerations

When designing your conservatory, look out for the old tricks which many companies will use to offer a cheaper quote, and can in the long term affect your enjoyment of the conservatory. Skimping on ventilation, heat and insulation can help the some companies keep their costs low - but they're making false economies and you'll be the one who'll suffer long term.

Traditional designs tend to show small toplight openings, which in the correct situation can be an ideal ventilation solution. However, if your conservatory is South Facing, choosing this design could be a disaster for your enjoyment during summer months. Consider the following elements of design when selecting your conservatory framework and you will benefit from a conservatory that you can utilise all year long:

South Facing

If you're lucky enough to benefit from a south facing garden, you'll know what a sun trap this is as you benefit from the Sun's rays all day long. If you're planning a conservatory on a South Face it's vital that you plan in adequate ventilation for the hot summer days! We'll work with you to suggest design features that ensure you'll keep your cool in Summer, and provide your family with a warm haven in the Winter months.

North Facing

If we talk of extremes, then it's the one between a South facing elevation and North Facing. On your North Facing wall, it's important to ensure that you've built in sufficient thermal protection to make use of the conservatory all year round - including the Winter months. The aim in producing a high quality design is always to benefit from using the conservatory year in year out. By planning in the right level of insulation to walls and floors, installing adequate heating and opting for a high quality glazing specification you will produce a living space which will function whatever the weather.

East Facing

Welcome the day while enjoying a morning cuppa in your beautiful new conservatory. Benefitting from sunshine in the morning, and retaining the heat in the afternoon as the sun slips over the horizon, your East facing conservatory is a perfect balance of warmth and tranquillity. Get the insulation and heating right, and you'll be cosy morning, noon and night!

West Facing

Relaxing at the end of a stressful day, feel the enveloping warmth of your beautiful conservatory as you settle down to unwind! Whether reading, snoozing, or watching TV, the evening sun provides a warming backdrop as you benefit from this tranquil part of the day. West facing conservatories can absorb the afternoon sun, even warming the inner rooms of the house through heat transference. With correct design, you can enjoy the company of family and friends well into the evening in your beautiful new living space.

Planning Overview

What-ever the area you're looking to build upon, one factor is important for everyone planning a conservatory addition... to utilise lost space and benefit from this space throughout the year. Keeping cool in summer and warm in winter, while the space you've created fits your needs. This could be a new dining or office area, a lounge or TV room, perhaps a playroom for the kids, or a sanctuary for you at the end of a stressful day. No matter how you plan to use your conservatory, we'll be here to help every step of the way. We'll help you to plan in the features that matter, and steer you away from the fads that don't.

Our reliable builders will smooth the way towards producing your bespoke conservatory base, laying in the floor and wall insulation needed for warmth during winter months, and building in the strength needed on a long term addition to your home. You'll work with a dedicated Project Coordinator who will keep you in the picture every step of the way until the day when you can bring in your final touches - the decor, furniture and individual style that makes your conservatory truly your own.

Glass of wine anyone?