If you’re not exactly sure what they are, lean-to conservatories, also known as Mediterranean conservatories, are highly popular and well known for the simplicity of their design. Their clean lines give them quite a modern appearanc...
An interesting question cropped up in a newspaper’s property legal questions section recently, which we felt was worth passing on. The homeowners told the paper’s Q & A column that they had obtained retrospective planning perm...
If your conservatory or orangery has felt a tad chilly recently, that can detract from the comfort of your home improvement. In truth, most modern conservatories, like ours, aren’t like igloos these days, and are well-insulated and...
One of the things we find ourselves being asked quite often is – what exactly is an orangery? And it’s a question we’re getting more and more as orangeries start to outpace conservatories in popularity. The word has been used t...
Orangeries and conservatories are incredibly versatile structures which can be used in so many different ways. One thing that can be rather easily forgotten is just how adaptable these extensions can be for exploring hobbies and pastim...
Christmas is, of course, always a special season. It also frees up quite a bit of spare time to enjoy with those closest to you, away from the daily pressures of work or the school run. Equally, it’s a good time to get out and about...
A homeowner has been told not to use his conservatory because the roof could cave in at any time, highlighting a strong argument for using a quality company for your home improvement. The couple, Scott Halliday and Dianne Palmer, who...
As autumn slides into winter, and the nights get longer and colder, it’s worth thinking about how to stay warm in your conservatory or orangery, especially if you’re using its invaluable extra space to host friends and family over...
In our other blog this month, we’ve already discussed why you should use a professional conservatory firm when installing your home improvement. But another key decision you’ll have to make at the start of the process is whether t...
If you’re planning on enhancing your home with a conservatory and are researching companies, it can be tempting to plump for the cheapest estimate. But there are a number of reasons why you need a quality, professional provider thatâ...