Conservatories & Porches

Although now seen as a traditional option for creating space at home, there is still a marketplace for glass and polycarbonate roofs. Both of these roof options do not fall under building control regulations so may offer some relief if the ground conditions are either tricky, or costly to comply. However, we seem to find the main reason why people still buy and use conservatories is an extension to the garden and for the more pleasant months in the year. Picture yourself with your breakfast and the French Doors open, birdsong and the early morning sun’s warmth! This is the type of space to relax, grow plants, have an extra reception area when the grandchildren are around without the concerns of carpet spills etc. You may favour a dwarf wall to house pots and coffee mugs, or potentially you want full-length glass for unobstructed views of all your hard work on the lawn. These spaces are more economical to design and build than an extension and will offer good value for large parts of the year.

Relief from the sun and the hotter months can be found more detailed extra glass specification. We have options to reduce the solar gain into the room and to stop fabrics from being bleached by harmful UV rays. Conservatories can be designed in all sorts of shapes and sizes; Edward, Victorian, P-Shape, L-Shape, lean-to, wrap-around, double-hipped, gable fronted, corner-hipped…..the list goes on! A site consulation will be followed with a CAD drawing to help visualise the room. We can even superimpose the design onto the back of your house.

Choose from a wide range of over 20 colours to really make the conservatory a thing of beauty. Many people tend to retain white on the inside to promote light and neutrality. When building the base and brickwork, you can choose from feature brickwork inside and out. Alternatively, you can have render or cladding on the outside. Feature doors in these conservatories can be French doors, patio sliding doors or aluminium bifolds.

Glass replacement centre Ltd can help you design your porch from infills to new builds and here are Some reason you might want to add a porch.

Security:

One of the biggest benefits of having a porch is the increased security it brings to your home, particularly with an enclosed porch. Your porch will effectively double the security of your front entrance as it will include two doorways to get through before entering your home. Both doorways can be fitted with strong uPVC doors and robust locking systems. In porches with glazing and side windows, you also have the advantage of being able to see who’s at your door before letting them in.

Space:

Although they may not cover a large area, porches can add valuable storage space to your home. Whether it’s bulky coats, muddy boots, or kids’ outdoor toys, a porch gives you the perfect place to keep items you may not want or have room for, in the rest of your home. Particularly if your front door leads straight into a lounge or kitchen, a porch offers a handy extra space between the outdoors and your living area.

Energy efficiency:

Porches can improve the energy efficiency of your home by reducing heat loss from your front door. If you have a period property that is prone to draughts, an older front door, or a family with lots of people coming and going, a porchway will help prevent heat from escaping. Reducing heat loss can have a knock-on reduction on heating bills. If you enter your porch front door, close it behind you, and then open your internal front door, as much heat as possible is conserved within your home.

Aesthetics:

Porches are of course practical, but many people choose one because of their aesthetic appeal. Simply put, porches can really boost the kerb appeal of your home! A well-built porch will enhance the front of your home, creating a handsome and welcoming entryway instead of just a plain front door. An architectural feature in their own right, porches can be designed to complement any style and age of property.

Light flow:

Many porches are designed with a large amount of glazing to let in ample light and branch the gap between indoors and out. With an updated internal front door which also includes plenty of glazing, you can enjoy the extra light flow and brightened front rooms