Over the past few years, conservatories have become one of the most popular additions to UK homes to add space and increase property value as well as making homes more saleable.
When deciding to buy a conservatory, there are many choices and it is a fairly large investment so you should do a little research on conservatory companies and recommendation is always the best bet, so look for companies that have supplied conservatories people that you know.
There are many options when buying conservatories but you should choose a style and size that will look right on your home.
Conservatories that are too small will be of little use, too large and they look out of proportion to the property, so take some time over this.
Depending on location, privacy requirements and personal taste, you can choose a dwarf-wall model or full height frame, either glass to the bottom or solid panels in the bottom which can be smooth or embossed.
Any combinations can also be chosen, for example, one side could be full height glass and the other sides could be dwarf-wall, subject to your chosen company supplying bespoke designs.
Conservatories can be manufactured with different styles of windows which can affect appearance and provide ventilation, it’s all down to personal requirements and taste.
You will also need to choose the colour of your conservatory, the most popular is white but there are normally two or three woodgrain finishes to choose from although these tend to be a little more expensive.
There are also many glazing options to choose from including low e glass, self cleaning glass and solar control glass, all of which can be glazed in the frames and/or the roof.
The other glazing option for the roof is polycarbonate which has long been the most popular choice due to cost, strength, robustness and appearance, as it is available in various colours with the option of solar control inserts.
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