Whether it is to add some much-needed living space to your beloved home, or you’re looking for ways to improve your property ready for putting onto the market, a conservatory can add exceptional benefits and style to your home. However, it is important to consider the different types of conservatories and the options you have before diving in and picking something that doesn’t quite match your vision or criteria. Luckily, there is an abundance of different conservatory styles and designs, making it easier than ever to add some character to any type of property, whether it be a small Tudor-style cottage or a modern new build. So, to give you a helping hand, we have come up with a comprehensive guide on how to choose between the different types of conservatory to match your style and property type.
Conservatories have become one of the most popular home renovations for homeowners across the UK, seamlessly adding space and personality to any home. Not only this, but homes with conservatories are likely to have a 5-15% increase in their property value depending on the type and quality of the conservatory installed. This is an exceptional amount of money that you could see back in your pocket, so it is well worth the investment and careful consideration. If you are interested in renovating your home in this way, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team, who have many years of experience in designing and installing conservatories in Milton Keynes.
Before falling head over heels with a conservatory that you see on home improvement blogs such as Ideal Home, it is important to make sure that you are asking the right questions and taking your property’s architecture into consideration. To make things a little easier, we will go through the following:
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The roof of a conservatory is arguably the part that makes or breaks the design. As conservatories have become more and more popular over the years, there have been many advancements in the range of styles of conservatory roofs you can choose from. Gone are the days when all you had to pick from was a slightly peaked glass roof and a flat one! Now, clients are able to choose from around six different styles of conservatory roof, some of which are best suited to the more traditional taste and others to the modern, but all provide character and elegance. Let’s take a closer look into the six different types of conservatory roofs available here at Crown Conservatories, Windows & Doors so that you’re aware of your options before you make a decision:
Once you have settled on a conservatory roof style, you will need to pick a material to have your conservatory constructed from that works with your chosen style. There is a range of materials that can be used for conservatories, making it exceptionally easy for you to choose one that matches the look and budget you have in mind. There are some pros and cons to each material, so it is important to consider them all before going ahead with your project. The most common materials that are used for conservatories are as follows:
As you can imagine, there are several questions that you will need to ask yourself in order to identify the best conservatory design for you and your home. These questions are likely going to be asked by the Crown Conservatories, Windows & Doors team when you enquire about our conservatories in Milton Keynes, so it’s best to have a think about your answers so that our team can help you create your dream conservatory! Questions to ask yourself are as follows:
One of the many benefits of a conservatory is that it can be used for multiple purposes, such as a dining area, playroom or an extension of the kitchen and living area. The intended use of the conservatory is an important factor to consider in the design process, as it will ultimately determine things such as whether you want your conservatory roof to be made of glass or an opaque material, such as tile.
You may not be aware of this, but not all conservatories require planning permission, and this is one of the reasons why many homeowners choose a conservatory over a home extension. Whether your plan will need planning permission to go ahead or not will depend on the answers to a number of questions, such as the following:
Your answers to these questions may impact not only whether or not you will need planning permission but also whether or not it will be accepted. Your local authority will have the right to decline your request if they feel that your conservatory will disturb a landscape or affect your neighbour’s privacy. However, when working with Crown Conservatories, Windows & Doors, the team will help you to improve your chances of getting your planning permission request approved. Please feel free to get in touch with our team today to find out more.
The reason not all conservatories will require planning permission is that, as a homeowner, you have permitted development rights. Permitted development rights include your right to extend or alter your property to an extent without needing planning permission. Generally, most homeowners are able to build a single-storey rear extension of up to 8 metres in length under permitted development, provided that it meets certain criteria. You can read more about permitted development rights on Homebuilding & Renovating.
We recommend setting a budget for your conservatory project early on and sticking to it so that you do not end up spending way more than you originally intended. Ensure that, on top of your main budget, you have a contingency budget that is at least 10% of the former. This is so that, should a problem occur that requires funding to be fixed; you have the means to do so. Your budget will help guide you when choosing your roof style and materials to build your conservatory from so that you can achieve your desired aesthetic at a price that you can afford. Thankfully, the numerous options available to you should mean that it will not be too difficult for you to create a budget-friendly design that you love!
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If you and your family are finding the available space in your home a little tricky to work with, and the addition of another room could be beneficial to you, then it might be time to consider the many benefits that installing a conservatory can offer. Not only will it provide the space that you’re longing for, but it can also improve aesthetics and increase your property’s value! So, if a conservatory is the way forward for you, then please do not hesitate to contact our team about getting started! As experts in everything conservatory, from roof types to materials to double glazing in Milton Keynes, our team is more than qualified to help you bring your vision to life. If, after deciding on a type of conservatory, you are in need of inspiration for the interior decor, why not check out our previous article?
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