ConservatoryTalk » Steel Bases http://www.conservatorytalk.com Conservatory news, views, resources & more Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:36:45 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 ConservatoryLand Launches New ConservaBase Installation Video http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatoryland-launches-new-conservabase-installation-video/ http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatoryland-launches-new-conservabase-installation-video/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:34:59 +0000 admin http://www.conservatorytalk.com/?p=880 ConservatoryLand, the UK’s leading manufacturer of DIY conservatory systems, has just launched a video which demonstrates just how quick and easy it is [...]]]>

ConservatoryLand, the UK’s leading manufacturer of DIY conservatory systems, has just launched a video which demonstrates just how quick and easy it is to build a conservatory base in just 1 day.

  • Manholes & Drains – ConservaBase spans manholes and drains whilst still leaving them accessible. This eliminates the need for relocating them, saving several hundred pounds per manhole and drain in both materials and labour.
  • Sloping Ground – ConservaBase is manufactured to accommodate sloping ground conditions with extended steelwork and brick skirt. This eliminates the need for building up brickwork, saving several hundred pounds in both materials and labour.
  • Skips – ConservaBase sits on a few easily constructed concrete pads or foundation blocks and therefore requires minimal ground excavation. This eliminates or reduces the need for skips on site, saving money on both skip hire and labour.
  • Skills – ConservaBase eliminates the skills needed to build conventional foundations and walls. With no builders or bricklayers required, your conservatory fitters can complete the whole job from start to finish. Its cheaper.
  • Time is Money – ConservaBase installations are far easier and quicker to organise than conventional builds.

The Main Benefits are:

  • No more time spent estimating quantity of materials and organising severaldeliveries of concrete, building materials and skips to site and being there to accept them. We will deliver ConservaBase direct to site for you, all in one go.
  • No more time spent trying to get builders to site. Your fitters can do it.o No time lost waiting for concrete to cure.o
  • No time lost due to bad weather. ConservaBase can be fitted in the wet.
  • Complete around seven conservatory installations in the time it normally takes to complete one. This means you can complete far more jobs in a much smallertimeframe, keep fewer customers from waiting and employ fewer staff andsubcontractors.
  • Less Come-Backs – Organising  jobs quicker, no builders messing your customers around, completing  jobs in a fraction of the time,  perfect brickwork every time and a clean undisrupted site. Keeping your customers happy will result in less bad debt and more recommendations.

The Benefits

  • ConservaBase is manufactured and delivered in large fully welded sections. It is four times faster and substantially stronger than other steel base systems which are supplied in bar lengths with hundreds of nuts and bolts.
  • A full list of other benefits can be seen at conservabase.com.

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]]> http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatoryland-launches-new-conservabase-installation-video/feed/ 0 Conservatory Land Promotes ConservaBase with 3 Years Interest Free Credit http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatory-land-promotes-conservabase-with-3-years-interest-free-credit/ http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatory-land-promotes-conservabase-with-3-years-interest-free-credit/#comments Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:12:48 +0000 admin http://www.conservatorytalk.com/?p=869 Conservatory FinanceLeading DIY Conservatory Supplier, ConservatoryLand, are now offering 3 years interest free credit on all DIY conservatories that are purchased in conjunction with [...]]]>

Conservatory FinanceLeading DIY Conservatory Supplier, ConservatoryLand, are now offering 3 years interest free credit on all DIY conservatories that are purchased in conjunction with a ConservaBase.

ConservaBase is the name given to their steel conservatory base and modular wall system which they have now been manufacturing for well over a year and described as the modern way of building conservatory foundations without the mess which is normally associated with traditional conservatory base and wall construction; it can also be completed in a fraction of the time.

Sales have gradually risen over the months as consumers realise the benefits on offer, however the company has stated that further promotion is needed to lift sales to a level where 75% of all DIY conservatory orders include ConservaBase.

ConservatoryLand have offered ‘Pay Nothing for a Year’ interest free finance packages for many years and have now launched its 3 year interest free package to help promote ConservaBase with sales of their DIY Conservatories.

For full details on conservatory finance packages, please call free on 0800 952 8000 or visit their website.

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This post contains all the information you need for how to build a conservatory base for all shapes and sizes of conservatories.

For this article, we have chosen to use the ConservaBase Steel Conservatory Base and Modular Wall System. Due to the simplicity and speed of its installation, this is the preferred choice for modern diy conservatory base construction.

The system can be installed in one day by following the step by step instructions below.

Preparing the Site

The modular base can be installed on an existing patio or concrete area providing the foundations are adequate. If the foundations are not adequate or the base is to be installed on bare ground, then a concrete pad is required under each adjustable leg, except on the rear cill section, which are non-load bearing.

Each pad should measure 450mm square by 450mm deep on firm subsoil’s. On clay, sand or peaty subsoil’s there should be an additional layer of well compacted hard-core to a depth of 200mm below the concrete. Although the surface of each pad must be level, any one pad does not have to be level with the others. The purpose of the adjustable legs is to enable the base to be levelled on uneven or sloping ground.

Leave the pads to harden for two days. In winter months they must be protected from frost, by covering with polythene or sacking. A strong weed killer should be applied to the area covered by the base if it is being installed on bare ground. It is also advisable to lay a strong polythene sheet on the ground beneath the base.

Conservatory Base Assembly 

  1. Attach adjustable feet to all base sections
  2. Each base section is numbered. Position each section in the sequence according to the layout plan
  3. Bolt each section tightly together (nuts and bolts supplied)
  4. Ensure all sections are level by adjusting feet
  5. Secure tightly to house wall (fixings supplied)
  6. Cut the polystyrene sheets to size to fill the gaps between the floor joists. The polystyrene material should be cut to size using a long bladed Stanley knife or similar
  7. Lay out damp proof membrane (supplied) around perimeter of base
  8. Start laying the floorboards, flush with the outer edge of the base outerframe (see Assembly Diagram) from the left-hand side of the conservatory, looking towards the house. Use the off-cut from the last run to start the next. Always trim to ensue the joins fall on a joist. Joints should be glued with waterproof adhesive. Secure to the floor joists using the 38mm self drilling screws (supplied) at 600mm centres

Full Height Conservatories Only (No Walls)

  1. Fix conservatory cills to timber floor by using the 60mm self drilling screws supplied
  2. Seal the underside of the conservatory cill where it joins the steel base with silicone sealant
  3. Assemble conservatory as per manufacturer instructions
  4. Finish base by cutting fascia to length (or if brick skirt is specified, see Brick Skirt Assembly below) and fixing up under the conservatory cill with 38mm self drilling screws (supplied). Straight and corner joint trims are supplied as required. It is advisable to fit an air vent in the fascia on both ends of the base to ensure adequate ventilation under to floor

Assembly Diagram for Full Height Conservatories with Fascia

Full Height - How to build a Conservatory Base Construction with fascia

 

Assembly Diagram for Full Height Conservatories with Brick Skirt

Full Height - How to build a Conservatory Base Construction with brick skirt

Modular Wall Assembly Instructions for Dwarf Wall Conservatories

The modular wall is to be fitted directly onto the chipboard floor

  1. Ensure that the base is level
  2. Lay out wall sections in the order they are to be fitted. The panels are numbered to correspond with the layout plan
  3. Place a bead of silicone sealant vertically down the inner and outer edges of the panel ends approximately 15mm back from the edge
  4. On the first wall panel from the house wall, silicone seal the end that goes against the house wall before placing in position. Offer panel up to the house wall but do not fix in position. The outer edge of the bricks should overlap the steel beam by 25mm. Seal with silicone sealant where the panels join the outer cill section of the base
  5. Following the layout plan,  place the next wall panel so that it continues on from the first, with the beads of silicone sealant to seal the joint. Insert the four bolts supplied to bolt the two panels together. Do not fasten to the house at this stage, or fasten down to the base, this can be done once all the panels are in place and correctly aligned. Do not tightly fasten the panel ends until all are correctly in place
  6. Once all the panels are correctly sited, you can secure the panel to the house wall by drilling from inside the panel through the holes provided. Secure to house wall with fixings (supplied)
  7. Fix the wall sections to base using screws (supplied)
  8. Once fully constructed, seal the joins in the brick backer panels with the adhesive supplied. Use the same adhesive to stick the spare brick tiles in place. Press bricks firmly into place and leave for approximately 2 hours before pointing
  9. To point the joins, mix the mortar supplied to a smooth paste.(Be careful not to add too much water). Fill the joints around the bricks allowing the mortar to overflow the joints. Remove surplus mortar with a flat trowel before initial curing takes place. Allow the mortar to set until firm. It should have a dull finish, be moist but not wet and somewhat gritty. Use a curved pointing tool to finish off the joint and remove any remaining mortar with a soft brush.

Caution: Do not tool the joint too soon. Tooling early will create a creamy surface on the mortar

The wall is now ready for fitting the Conservatory.

Place the conservatory cill on top of the wall as detailed in your conservatory installation instructions and screw down using the 14 x 60mm self drilling screws (supplied)

Plumbing, pipes & cables etc. can be inserted inside the wall cavity using the utility ports provided in the panel ends prior to fixing your choice of internal cladding.

How to build a Conservatory Base Construction with brick walls

Your modular wall needs no special maintenance although you may wish to seal the face of the bricks with a clear brick sealer.

Brick Skirt Assembly Instructions

Fit conservatory to base before fitting skirt

  1. Lay out skirt sections in the order they are to be fitted. The panels are numbered to correspond with the layout plan
  2. Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant along the exposed edge of chipboard floor
  3. Fit panel up under the modular wall (or conservatory cill if full height conservatory). Make sure that the overlap on the corners is correct to accommodate the corner bridging tiles still to be fitted. When you are happy that everything is correctly positioned, fix in place with self-drilling screws (supplied)
  4. Fix where corner slips are still to be fitted and through perp. mortar joints if extra fixing are required
  5. Use the adhesive supplied to stick the spare brick tiles in place.  Prop gaps with 10mm spacers to hold bricks in place until set. Press bricks firmly into place and leave for approximately 2 hours before pointing
  6. To point the joins, mix the mortar supplied to a smooth paste. (Be careful not to add too much water). Fill the joints around the bricks allowing the mortar to overflow the joints. Remove surplus mortar with a flat trowel before initial curing takes place. Allow mortar to until firm. It should have a dull finish, be moist but not wet and somewhat gritty, use a curved pointing tool to finish off the joint and remove any remaining mortar with a soft brush

Caution: Do not tool the joint too soon. Tooling early will create a creamy surface on the mortar

Your brick skirt needs no special maintenance although you may wish to seal the face of the bricks with a clear brick sealer.

 

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Below is an enhanced image of a photograph taken of the ConservaBase Showroom Model which shows exactly how ConservaBase is constructed.

All the hard work is taken away from your home and carried out in our factory, turning your conservatory base construction in to a quick and easy DIY job. Once complete, ConservaBase is totally indistinguishable from a conventional build.

For more information on our steel conservatory base system, visit our ConservaBase Website.

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ConservatoryLand have just launched their completely new ConservaBase Steel Conservatory Base website which has been totally re-designed.

ConservaBase is their Steel Conservatory Base system which they have now been manufacturing for several months. According to ConservatoryLand, it can easily be fitted in a day and reduces a 3 week conservatory project to just 2 days! – and with no builders, skips or concrete lorries needed,  it saves your home from being turned in to a building site for weeks on end. Even better, it saves even more money when purchased with a DIY conservatory.

Click on the following image to see their new website now.

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]]> http://www.conservatorytalk.com/conservatorylands-new-steel-conservatory-base-website-is-now-live/feed/ 0 The benefits of steel conservatory bases over traditional build http://www.conservatorytalk.com/the-benefits-of-steel-conservatory-bases-over-traditional-build/ http://www.conservatorytalk.com/the-benefits-of-steel-conservatory-bases-over-traditional-build/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 07:49:41 +0000 admin http://www.conservatorytalk.com/?p=486 Conservatory steel baseThe way we build conservatory foundations, bases and walls have hardly changed since the beginning of time. However there is now a modern [...]]]>

Conservatory steel baseThe way we build conservatory foundations, bases and walls have hardly changed since the beginning of time.

However there is now a modern way to build conservatory bases and the technology is nothing new, in fact exactly the same steel subframe technology has been used for decades on which to build bridges and skyscrapers.

There are many benefits of steel conservatory bases compared with the traditional build methods, many of which are listed below.

Product Benefits

  • Rust-Proof Steel Box Section Frame
  • Rust-Proof Galvanised Steel Walls with Real Brick Slips
  • Incredibly Strong, Safe & Secure
  • The Modern Way to Fast & Firm Foundations (Many large modern commercial premises are now built on steel bases)
  • Completely Indistinguishable from a Traditional Build
  • Full 15 Year Structural & Anti-Corrosion Guarantee

Project Benefits

  • No Builders or Bricklayers Required to Build Conservatory Walls
  • No Concrete Lorries on Your Garden No Skips on Your Garden
  • Minimum Mess & Disruption to Your Garden in the Conservatory Surrounding Area
  • No Manholes or Drains to Re-Site – Saving Even More Mess & Disruption
  • Installers on Site for Days Rather Than Weeks
  • Your Home Will Not Be Turned Into a Building Site for Weeks on End
  • Alleviates Much of the Hard Work Associated with Traditional Build
  • Eliminates the Risk of Disturbing Your Home’s Foundations
  • Costs Less than Traditional Build, Saving You Money
  • You Can Even Take it With You When You Move
  • Ideal for DIY Installation

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DIY conservatories sales to increaseWith the UK economy still struggling along and the property market showing little signs of improvement, home owners continue to look for more ways of saving money which can only be good news for DIY conservatories.

Depending on the amount of work carried out themselves, consumers can expect to make savings in the region of £4000 on DIY conservatories in comparison to placing an order for a complete building and fitting package.

The past two years have been very consistent for DIY conservatory sales and although we have seen disruption to sales and deliveries due to the exceptionally severe and prolonged weather conditions over the last few weeks, consumer interest in these products continues to be strong.

It is anticipated that all conservatories, whatever size, will eventually be governed by building regulations in the UK and this is expected to increase sales of steel bases for DIY conservatories as they easily meet and exceed all current and proposed requirements, as well as eliminating the need for outside trades, making the complete DIY conservatory project, truly DIY.

Steel conservatory bases are made to measure for each individual conservatory and can be manufactured to any shape and size, can be base only or as in most cases, incorporate steel modular walls with real brick finishes at any height and on any or all elevations.

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