By interiors expert Liz Dennys, September 2009
We’d all like that extra space in our homes but it is all too easy to get the conservatory wrong. So often we visit homes where the conservatory was meant to add all year entertaining with stunning glass roofs to allow as much light as possible but in reality have turned to be a cold damp place in the winter and a sauna in the summer condemning the area to a no go zone.
This can all be avoided if you seek professional help from a specialist conservatory company that will manage all aspects of the build, including dealing with any planning or building regulations. There are companies that offer a bespoke service who will design the conservatory to suit individual requirements and oversee the building work. DIY conservatories are initially less expensive but the labour costs of preparing the site do creep up and don’t forget to factor in the installation work.
Different conservatory styles
Remember too that the garden may need work after completion of your conservatory. To help maintain an even temperature throughout the year, use blinds – there are 3 main types: retractable pleated blinds, fabric roller blinds and Pinoleum blinds, which are made from strips of wood. The blinds need to be made and fitted by an expert to ensure that they are properly supported and efficient, you may also want to fit an operating system for high windows.
For more information visit www.mottraminteriors.co.uk.
