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>> How to maximise ligHt when building a sunroom

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imagine that feeling when you have got it 100% right the first time

At Conservatory Designs Ltd we measure success when you, the client, are not just delighted after we are finished the job, but when years later you will still be saying that you got it right the first time. How are we so sure we can get it right every time? – because with over 20 years of experience we have learnt from our customers what’s important and what’s not.

For example, consider your best ever buying experience. How do you feel when years later it is still performing and people tell you how well you did?, it makes you feel great. Consider your worst ever buying experience. Does it still hurt when you go to buy or invest in something and you keep remembering this wrong decision you made and how you wasted your money? Wouldn’t you consider it important to get your home extension right the first time? Isn’t it a large investment? Isn’t it the most important decision you can make with your money right now? Here’s how we can help you.

At some stage in our lives we all need extra space in our homes, whether we are working from home and we need a home office, or there are three or four children in our house and we need space for ourselves and our children to relax. We would all love an extra family room where everyone can sit out and watch TV or where we can entertain our friends. For whatever reason we all find ourselves needing extra space so let’s look at the key steps when planning an extension for your home.

From years of experience we know the five key things people want out of their home extension:

1. The best design to suit their home 2. The best quality for the best price 3. The job completed within budget and on time 4. A reputable contractor to carry out all the work

cleanly5. A project manager so that you can get on

with your busy life.

If you could be guaranteed all the above then your dreams would be realised, sadly with many projects there always seems to be one or more of the above missing and in nightmare cases all five are missing! For example one client came to me after putting their life savings into a dream Sunroom with another company, only to find that it had darkened down the house so badly, that they have to turn the light on inside the house. This Sunroom had been built perfectly, but the client’s needs weren’t met from the beginning. They didn’t get the best design to suit their home. That’s why we are different; we ask a lot of questions… we listen… and we use our 20 years experience.

By Mark Quinn

mark Quinn is senior design Consultant at Conservatory Designs Ltd, one of ireland's largest Conservatory and sunroom installation companies. mark has made an 20 year career out of improving the homes of people throughout ireland. in this article mark discusses some of the key aspects of getting the job right First time.

“At some stage in our lives we all need extra space in our homes”

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One of the key areas we discuss is light and how the impact of the new room will affect the light in the house. We take this into account, so that the finished project will complement the existing light in the home, which is very important. Unfortunately, people find out too late and to their detriment, that they have built the wrong room… with the wrong builder… and have chosen the wrong solution because they weren’t guided correctly in the first place.

Once you have chosen the correct design for you, the next step is to get quotations for the work. It is at this stage that you need to consider what level of quality you require and are prepared to accept. Remember no two Conservatories or Sunrooms are the same, there are many ways to alter the specification if price and only price matters.

The price will be based on a number of key factors. At Conservatory Designs Ltd we offer the very best in quality as standard, but are happy to offer alternatives to suit every budget. Here are some of the issues which you will need to consider when comparing prices.

1 Conservatory frame thickness: We use the thickest and strongest available: 70mm. Many companies in an effort to reduce prices may offer a house window specification in the Conservatory. Remember a house window does not need any strength, it sits in an opening and does not hold up the house, your Conservatory frames however do hold up the house or the roof to be precise. I am not suggesting the Conservatory will fall down but it will be more susceptible to movement, particularly during high winds and during snowfalls. You can guess what happens to a structure if it is constantly shaken over a period of 10 years… yes you will get cracks and maybe even seals breaking.

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Pavillion Conservatory to the front of a period home.

The Victorian Conservatory


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2 Conservatory frames should be fully reinforced. Did you know there is a difference between reinforced and fully reinforced? A reinforced Conservatory section has any section over 600mm long reinforced; sections under 600mm have no reinforcing. A FULLY reinforced Conservatory section will have reinforcing throughout the complete framework. There is a significant difference in price! At Conservatory Designs Ltd you don’t have to ask, everything is fully reinforced, but don’t just take our word for it, look at the show Conservatories, bang the walls and you will see the difference.

3 The thickness of polycarbonate, if this is your choice of roof. There are three main thicknesses available, 3 ply 16mm (rare now except in the real cheapies), 5 ply 25mm (seems to be the industry standard) and 7 ply 35mm which is what we use and recommend, yes it is dearer but there is a significant difference in the insulation values. Our Conservatory roof sheeting offers double the insulation of the older traditional double glazed units.

4 The number of opening windows, while extra opening windows may incur more cost we always make sure that you will have adequate ventilation for even the hottest day. Make sure to check on your quotation how many opening windows are included.

5 Double glazed units should have a U value of 1.1 as a minimum. Conservatory Designs Ltd use the brand leaders in the field: Vista Therm from Carey Glass in Nenagh.

6 Proper foundations for the Conservatory or Sunroom. Our Conservatories and Sunrooms are proper home extensions and as such are built using traditional building methods and insulated to modern building standards. You need to be able to trust the contractor that you are dealing with 100% so you know the proper work is being carried out, remember you can’t be there all the time and even if you were, would you know what good building practice was?

7 Next to consider is the colour of the Conservatory frame, we have a huge array of colours available from timber effect oak finish to cream, greens, greys etc, white is the cheapest option, while the colours cost more.


The Pavillion Edwardian The Edwardian with doors at an angle

A Pavillion on the gable end of a stone house

“I always recommend getting testimonials and referrals from other clients”

8 Your choice of roof glazing will have a significant effect on the total cost of the job. Our Blue Activ self cleaning roof glazing is more expensive than Polycarbonate and depending on the aspect, you may also need to budget for blinds.

9 Will you require new doors in the house leading into the Conservatory/Sunroom? Many homes already have these in place and so they are not included as standard in the price.

Once price has been considered, you need to consider what contractor you trust and are happy to allow work in your home. I always recommend getting testimonials and referrals from other clients, most of our clients actually write to us to thank us for the quality of the work and the service provided. You can view the many letters from clients in the testimonial section of our website www.conservatorydesigns.ie

Finally consider if the contractor has the appropriate skills to project manage the job professionally. Peter Clarke is project manager at Conservatory Designs Ltd and is qualified having managed over 3000 installations to date together with the academic background of a Masters in Business Administration from Smurfit Business School.

So in summary consider the key points above, trust your gut feeling and you are well on your way to getting it 100% right the first time. Good luck!!

Mark Quinn Senior Design Consultant Conservatory Designs Ltd


A large Victorian Conservatory with a glass roof

Internal view of an Edwardian with a polycarbonate roof

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Check the direction

of your home

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planning permission- the facts laid bareBy Mark Quinn

Small scale domestic extensions, including Conservatories, do not require planning permission if the extension is to the rear of the house and complies with the following:

• The original floor area of the house is not increased by more than 40 square metres. It is important to note that where the house has been extended before, the floor area of the extension you are now proposing and the floor area of any previous extension, including those for which you got planning permission, cannot exceed 40 square metres.

• If you have converted your garage or your attic or added a porch this all reduces the 40 square metre allowance.

• You cannot have any glass within 1 meter of a boundary wall facing a neighbouring property, the window can adjoin the neighbour but must face down the garden and not towards the neighbour.

• Some houses have a clause in their deeds which says that you need planning for any extension. In this case you do not have the normal 40sq metre allowance. In this instance, home owners will never be aware. Here you have to apply for full planning permission for even a standard Conservatory to the rear of the property.

• You must have 25sqm of space left in your garden after the room has been built

You might think that these conditions are common knowledge in the industry but sadly not. Here is an example; I was in a terraced house one day with a builder who has 40 years experience, who didn’t know the above regulation, and was quite shocked to hear it. I advised the client that she wouldn’t be able to build what she wanted because she needed the 25 sq meters left in her garden. In order to achieve this she needed to reduce the size dramatically. Three other companies had told this client she did not require planning as did her builder. Had this client not taken the correct advice, she would have built a Conservatory leaving her house and Conservatory non-compliant with planning permission, imagine that nightmare when the time comes to sell the property.

The above mentioned facts are just some of the regulations that are required when planning an extension.


A New Dining Room

Internal view of an Edwardian open plan with a glass roof

www.conservatorydesigns.ieHow to avoid the mistakesHere are the top Five mistakes people Who Have Built Conservatories/sunrooms Have admitted to in order of priority

1 Ordering a Conservatory/Sunroom from a brochure. Why? There was a big difference between what the customer thought they were getting and what they actually received. Would you buy a car without a test drive?…I don’t think so. Remember, what we show you, is what you get. Call in to our extensive showroom on the coldest or hottest day of the year and see how we cleverly regulate the temperatures through insulation, energy efficiencies, solar control glass, Opal polycarbonate, ventilation and ceiling fans. Check the locking mechanisms, the smoothness of the hinges, the thickness of the frame profile. What you see is what you will get.

2 Ordering a Conservatory/Sunroom when they were not 100% happy with the salesperson/company representative. Why? Because our gut feelings are always right, if you are not 100% happy and trust this person 100% then run a mile, your worst nightmare may be about to start.

3 Not getting the right advice, or in some cases not getting any advice. Imagine building your new room only to discover your lovely bright kitchen is now a dark dungeon. You only get one chance to get the design right, there is no changing the room when it has been built. We are here to build what will suit you not what suits us, why? Because we are honest and enjoy having happy clients who are going to refer their friends and families to us for years to come. So rest assured you will never be put under pressure at any time to buy until you are ready, you can make as many changes to the design as you like, you can request as many drawings as you like at no extra cost. Don’t buy from a YES man. Deal with someone who can challenge your ideas and designs.

4 Buying from the cheapest contractor without investigating the product fully. Why? Its self explanatory you get what you pay for 99% of the time. Are you betting your money that you will be in that 1% who actually gets the best product for a cheapest price?

5 Not getting the room built to proper building regulations. Why? You might not notice that building regulations have not been complied with but guess what? The building surveyor of your potential buyer will when you go to sell your house. The result… a reduced offer or worse still No Offer.

If these mistakes send shivers down your spine then make the decision now to deal with the experts, contact Conservatory Designs today at 045 844002.


top tipSafety toughened glass throughout is a must have!!!

maximise the light Did you know the most common mistake made when building a Sunroom is not taking the loss of light to the main house into consideration? Did you know there is a difference between direct light and indirect light in your home?

Conservatory Designs Ltd specialise in constructing successful Sunroom designs which try to maximise the amount of sunlight into your home.Sunrooms have a traditional slate or tile roof, which as you would expect, blocks a considerable amount of light from the room over which you build the Sunroom. While the Sunroom may be bright and airy, you may be left in a situation where you have to have the lights on in the internal room on a daily basis.

So what are the key elements to ensuring that you will maximise the light to the house

1 Construct the Sunroom with the highest possible eave height, this will maximise the amount of direct sunlight into the internal room, and as the days get darker it ensures more light for longer.

2 Plaster and paint the ceiling rather than sheeting in timber. Timber sheeting which may appear as a cosy alternative is also a much darker option. Plastering the ceiling and painting white reflects a lot of light back into the house.

3 Consider a Pavilion front to the Sunroom. A Pavilion front is basically a glass gable in the front of the Sunroom instead of sloping the roof down at the front. It is a more expensive option but will allow more light into the house.

4 Put in at least three roof lights into the roof, four if the design allows and the bigger the better. While many companies offer two roof lights as standard, our standard is ‘as many as possible’. The more roof lights in the room then the brighter the room.

5 Consider widening internal windows in the house or converting to doors to allow more light to penetrate into the internal rooms. Also be careful with the interior design, you should consider using bright colours which will also reflect light back into the house from the Sunroom.

Before deciding on a Sunroom remember your internal rooms will be darker, if this is an important factor then perhaps consider an energy efficient Conservatory as an alternative. Also bear in the mind that all of the above suggestions cost more and may not be offered as a standard specification. At Conservatory Designs Ltd, we only offer the specification which ensures the best outcome for the client so remember no two quotations are alike although they may appear similar.

safe as houses?? Everyone wants to feel safer at home but no one wants to live in a fortress. The Conservatory/Sunroom is not the burglar’s favourite room to enter as there is usually another set of doors to gain access to the main house, therefore it makes sense to have it constructed to at least the same standard as your home or with our products an even higher level of security as standard. What do we need to look out for? First and foremost your glass should be fitted from the inside of the room not from the outside. Why? Because the most common method of breaking into a house is to remove the glazing slips, take out the glass and then just climb through. By fitting the glass from the inside the glass CANNOT be removed from the outside. All our glass is toughened making it virtually impossible to break. Our doors feature 9 point locking with 2 hook locks which prevent any possibility of the door being jemmied while the frame is fully reinforced with a steel box section. All opening windows feature two locks as standard as well as a fully reinforced steel frame. We are so confident in the security of your home that in the unlikely event of a break-in succeeding through failure of our products, we will pay the cost up to a500 of replacing or repairing the forced window or door. Always specify the best quality products and prevent your home from becoming a statistic.


How do you measure up??

There is a wise old saying, “measure twice and cut once” and it is one that I follow religiously when surveying a home. I am a firm believer that if the proper time is spent at the design and survey stage then the project will run smoothly thereafter, there will be no hidden surprises and both client and contractor know from the outset what issues need to be addressed.

The following are Twenty of the key issues I look at when surveying a home, issues you the client, should be aware of and issues which we as the contractor will take care of;

1 Is this development exempt from planning permission? Has there been any previous extensions, garage conversions or attic conversions which may affect the planning status?

2 What are the existing ground conditions at the site? Was the house built on piles, is the site boggy? Is the house constructed on a hill and if so, is there a danger that the area for the Conservatory/Sunroom may have been in-filled with soil which may need to be dug out again? This is THE most important issue to determine and the most expensive to rectify if there is a problem. Your new Conservatory/Sunroom will be built to proper building standards and this starts at the foundations. If the ground at the site is poor then it will have to be excavated until suitable conditions are reached, if good ground conditions are not met at five feet deep then piling may have to considered. While we endeavour to observe and note the ground conditions when measuring, there is no real way of determining the conditions until the foundations are dug out and the soil exposed.

3 Is there sufficient access to the site, is there a side passageway or will materials have to be brought through the home? If materials have to be brought through the home, will the new door frames etc. fit through the existing hall/doorways?

Is there a safe place to position the skip? Is a permit needed from the local authority for the skip?

4 What is the condition of the existing boundary walls? Most homes in town and cities have a boundary wall with their neighbour and in many cases the new Conservatory will be built close to this wall and often will incorporate a new wall built directly inside the existing wall. It is important that the condition of the wall is inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or settlement, if there are then they should be pointed out to neighbours before any works start. I will normally photograph any defects before works start.

5 What is the condition of the existing sewers? Are they clay or plastic fittings, is there any sign of blockages/residual matter in the pipes? If so, now is the time to deal with it while excavations are taking place. What pipes etc. have to be moved, can they be moved successfully to accommodate the new room?

6 Where does the main sewer line run? Remember you cannot build a foundation on top of the main sewer. How do we find the line of the sewer? Generally by lifting the manholes and inspecting the direction of the pipes.

7 Can the existing house plaster finish be successfully matched or if not how close a finish is achievable?

8 Are we adding onto/incorporating existing walls in the garden or extensions and if so are they square to the house? Very few walls are built exactly at right angles to each other, not important when building traditionally but very important when building using glass, glass does not bend!!. If the walls are off-square we will build your room taking these issues into account so it will fit like a glove!

peter Clarke has been measuring and surveying sites since 1988 and has overseen the construction of more than 3500 Conservatories and sunrooms. in this article peter outlines the key things he investigates before signing off on an order.


9 Are there timber floors in the existing home and if so, where are the floor vents for these? It is quite likely that the new floor may cover some of the vents, in this case arrangements are made to extend the vents through the Conservatory floor using piping to ensure continued adequate ventilation for the timber.

10 Are there existing trees/shrubs which have to be moved/dumped? Are there any potential roots which may cause problems for the foundations?

11 What is the condition of the upstairs gutters, fascia boards and windows? Your new room may make access more difficult in the future, so, now is the time to carry out any necessary cleaning, painting and replacement work which may need to be done.

12 Are there any height restrictions? This is particularly relevant to bungalows which generally will require some design changes to accommodate the existing roof heights, but is also relevant to two storey houses which may have low windows upstairs or pipes etc., which may be in the way.

13 Are there existing lights on the back wall of the house/garden and if so, where is the best place to move these to?

14 Are there new doors to be fitted? How will this affect the existing flooring in the room? Will a door saddle be required or can the existing flooring be extended? Will the alarm system have to be moved, will new sensors be required? Will the new doors have room to open without taking up too much space?

15 What are the existing light conditions in the home, what direction will the new room face, will it get

much sunshine? Will the new room block much light getting into the house? Will it darken it?

16 Are there privacy issues to considered? Will the new room be overlooked by neighbours, has the correct roof glazing been chosen to deal with this?

17 Are there any TV satellite wires which are in the way, if so the relevant company needs to be notified and arrangements made to have them moved. I will advise where these should be moved to.

18 Are there existing patios and decks which will have to be moved? Will the new room require that these are redesigned or removed or extended. Has the client budgeted for this?

19 What is the proposed type of flooring for the Conservatory? This is important as the different types of flooring are different heights, laminate timber 8mm, tiles 8-10mm, timber floors 16-20mm. We adjust our new concrete floor height to accommodate the new floor finish.

20 Are the neighbours aware that work will be taking place/do they understand the heights of the new walls etc? During my visit I always mark the height of any new walls on the main house wall, this allows the client to explain the issues to the neighbours and also serves as a marker for both parties so there can be no confusion over heights etc. after the works begin.

The list doesn’t finish at 20 items, but I hope it gives some confidence that when we ‘measure you up’ we make sure we investigate the site thoroughly and that you the client will be fully informed of any issues before the work starts.


Conservatory built on a bungalow with a false gable.Internal view of a sunroom in Light Oak.

www.conservatorydesigns.ieAt Conservatory Designs Ltd, we offer the lowest cost of ownership on the market, however we do not and cannot offer the cheapest prices on the market so what is the difference? Well the price is simply the amount of money you pay on the day. Price is a once off transaction, important if buying a litre of petrol or other everyday commodities but for something you will own for many years you need to consider the cost of ownership.

The cost of ownership is the total amount of money (which also includes your time) committed over the lifetime of the product. This is typically 25 years in the case of a Conservatory and longer for a Sunroom. So what do we need to include when calculating the cost of ownership?

1 Price paid originally.

2 Time spent dealing with contractors once work begins, do you have to take time off work?

3 How much the finished product adds to the value of the home. Many of our projects have a zero cost of ownership or are Free, your home is worth more with the new room than you spent on building it. This only happens with professionally designed and professionally built rooms.

4 Energy efficiency; How much extra will it cost to heat a poorly constructed/insulated room over a 25 year period? A significant cost and getting more expensive with carbon taxes.

5 How much will it cost for repairs/replacements, are the door locks etc. likely to last?, if not will I be able to get replacements, if they are inferior quality is it likely they will be available in the future? What is the total cost of rectifying the problems over the lifetime of the product especially if I know that I bought the cheapest products available at the time? What do I do if I can’t get it repaired?

6 What is the cost of hours of your time spent stressed trying firstly to get the job built, then sorting the snagging? And, what are the outstanding long-term issues of a poorly constructed room with a contractor who has not made any money from the job because the price was too low? Remember we have to make a profit to ensure we will be here next year and the year after and the year after.

7 Now consider how much personal satisfaction you will enjoy over the lifetime of the room knowing you have spent your money wisely. You have built a great room which you enjoy every day and which is the envy of your family, friends and neighbours, who may not have got their extension 100% right first time! This can be deducted from the price to get the cost of ownership. This can be a difficult one to put a value on. I know from the many horror stories I have heard over the years that for those who got it wrong, this may have the highest value of all. Ask someone who had a cowboy working in their home for 6 months, how much they would pay for a professional if they were starting again. It will be at least 50% more than we would charge.

So remember it is the cost of ownership which matters in the long term not the price and we guarantee the LOWEST COST OF OWNERSHIP in the business.

There are tangible specifications which you can inspect on a quotation, however don’t forget the intangibles, most importantly the calibre of the fitters. Remember you can buy the best Conservatory on the market but at the end of the day, the quality of the job will depend on the calibre of fitters who erect the Conservatory. At Conservatory Designs Ltd we employ the best trades-people in the business, people who we have worked with, trust and know for many years.

Finally every job must make a profit, every company is in business to make a profit, Conservatory companies that make a profit will survive and will be around to honour guarantees and deal with any service issues, those that don’t make a profit will not be around. Can you imagine looking for help from a contractor several years after the job has been completed, a job on which the contractor barely made his week wages let alone a profit, would you blame him if he was unwilling to help?

Where do i get the best value?


For a full breakdown of prices call to our showroom or phone us at 045 844002

popular Conservatory designs

The Victorian style Conservatory is the most popular style of Conservatory and is probably one of the most versatile. It’s main feature is a bay style curved front that is normally designed with 3 facets, it has a pitched roof and ornate ridge details.

The Pavillion Conservatory design is a variant on the popular Edwardian Conservatory and with it’s elegant shape it will transform even the smallest of gardens. Pavilion Conservatories create a stunning visual impact both internally and externally and with the high pitch of the roof, they offer a real sense of height and space.

The Edwardian style of Conservatory carries the same elegant pitched roof design, ridge cresting and finials of the Victorian Conservatory. However, they are rectangular or square in shape and this gives the optimum interior floor space allowing more room for your furniture. It is also possible to ‘clip’ one or both of the corners to achieve a Victorian-esque look while maintaining the effective use of the floor area.

The Victorian

The Pavillion

The Edwardian


Almost all of our Conservatory designs can incorporate a tiled or slated roof. The extra loading necessitates the use of a steel superstructure or relies on the more traditional masonry construction methods. Care must be taken when considering a Sunroom as the solid roof will block sunlight from the main dwelling. Careful positioning of roof lights is essential.

The Lean-To Conservatory is probably the simplest in design and originally the most popular Conservatory option. With it’s clean lines and timeless appearance the Lean-To Conservatory style is still a very popular choice today. We can adjust the height to suit both two story houses and bungalows. There is also the option to put hipped ends and a bay feature to create a more elegant look.

Conservatory Designs Ltd is experienced in designing and installing a variety of unique styles. Bespoke Conservatory designs are ideal for tricky sites or just simply for people wanting something different. Built to your own specifications, bespoke Conservatories offer the ultimate in flexibility and choice. Whether you desire something simple or intricate, our Conservatory designers will be able to guide you through the whole process advising you at every stage on how to make the most out of your new space.

Lean-To

Bespoke

Sunroom


We have now added a new range of Orangeries to our showroom. The solid pillars help blend your new room in with your home while the pelmet detail inside the roof with its sunken spotlights create a great feature. Our Orangery range is fully made to measure in a range of colours to suit. The showrooms are open seven days a week including bank holidays. Each Conservatory has been tastefully furnished with an exclusive range of Conservatory furnishing available from Johnstown Garden Centre. All the various window designs and colours are on display including the new Cream range and the Light Oak wood effect. Examples of completed jobs are always on view on our photo display screens. The key benefit of visiting the showrooms is you can visit in all weathers and ‘test drive’ the products. Remember what you see on display is what will be built at your home.

orangery

Orangery

Figure 2

The profile on the right is the multi-chambered, insulated and extremely rigid roof capping used to secure our glazing, the profile on the left is cheaper, lighter, colder, weaker profile used by others. Which would you prefer on your roof?

Figure 1

Figure 1

The profile on the right is the energy efficient 70mm Conservatory frame used by Conservatory Designs Ltd the frame on the left is the cheaper, lighter, colder, weaker frame used by many others.

Figure 2

spot the difference!

Free standing Conservatories

Free-standing Conservatory

For those who enjoy the garden this is the perfect solution, it is cost effective as we don’t have to move any sewage pipes,

disrupt patios, knock out walls etc. You simply choose the perfect site in the garden and we install your

new conservatory including the base in three days. We offer a full design and build service with the full range of colours available. The standard designs are the Edwardian rectangular shape and the Victorian Octagonal design.

We now have a beautiful Chartwell green Octagonal design on display at our showroom.


What’sneW?

top tipMake sure your free-standing

conservatory is glazed to the

floor to maximise the floor space

and allow a full view of your

favourite plants/pond.


Conservatory make-oversIf your old conservatory is looking tired or you would like the benefit of the additional insulation available now why not give your conservatory a make over and create a new room that you can enjoy 12 months of the year. We now offer three great solutions to reduce your heating bills and create the perfect bright all year around room.

replace my Conservatory roofIf your conservatory is currently glazed with Polycarbonate and you would prefer a new Energy Efficient glass roof then it is unlikely that the existing conservatory roof will be sufficient to carry the additional weight. We now offer a re-roof service where we will remove your old roof and replace with a completely new roof structure and glazing. This option will open up the sky for you, increasing the light into your inner rooms in your home and greatly increasing the temperature during the winter months.

reglaze my ConservatoryIf your conservatory has a glass roof we now offer a service where we will reglaze your conservatory with energy efficient glass, double or triple glazed to the sides and double glazed Pilkington Self-cleaning glass to the roof. The energy efficient glass to the sides will significantly reduce heat loss while the new roof glazing offers three great benefits

1 Significant reduction in heat loss

2 Massive reduction in summer heat due to its solar reflecting surface

3 Easy to maintain its self-cleaning exterior surface

Convert my Conservatoryto a sunroom

For those who would like more of a traditional home extension we can replace your existing roof with a new “Ultrawarm” sunroom roof. We remove your conservatory roof and replace with a substantial aluminium portal frame which supports the additional weight of the new ceiling. We then install a new sunroom roof, highly insulated, with traditional opening roof lights and

a plastered ceiling. We do caution clients that replacing a glass roof with the Ultrawarm roofing system may reduce natural light to the inner rooms which will be darker as a result of the new ceiling.

What our cl ients say about us!

“The Conservatory went up on time, without a hitch, and has really added to our home. The service we received from you and all the

staff at Conservatory Designs Ltd was brilliant.”

Miriam Fogarty, Newbridge

“Thank you so much for doing a totally professional job. We really appreciated

your courtesy and consideration in all our communications with you. It was a pleasure

having your team put in our Conservatory as the work was completed on time and to a high

standard. ”

K Lynch, Dublin 4

“Especially pleasing to me was the fact that the whole project was completed within the timeframe

promised. As a non-expert I still could see the quality of the insulation and

all the materials used”

Jim Cooke, Rathfarnham

“Thank you Peter for your expertise and professionalism in your dealings with me.”

Ann Moran, Rathangan

“I must say it was a pleasure to deal with your company and the people you had working for you were very efficient and helpful.”

Jim Murphy, Kildare“We would like to express our

thanks for an excellent job. The conformity to the supplied plan was well appreciated

and other advice regarding the design, completion and construction proved

to be invaluable.”

Brendan Kirby, Dublin 11

“Your team of workers were courteous, clean and helpful in

every way”

J Clusky, Rathmines

“Your quotation stated that you would deliver a top quality product while also

providing the best value for money and you certainly honoured that promise.”

sean Donnelly, Milltown, Dublin 6

“Our thanks to all who turned up on schedule and completed the job

without a hitch.”

Paddy Walshe, Portmarnock

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us know when they were coming. They were very polite and helpful”

sean and Mary Cummins, Dublin 14

“Peter had good ideas to give the job a professional finish and

kept in touch on a daily basis”

Barbara Hudson, Newbridge

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