Glass facts for conservatories
Safety
For safety, toughened or laminated glass must be used throughout. Laminated glass offers added security benefits against break-ins, and cuts out around 90% of the sun’s UV rays, which fade furnishings.
Stay cool
To prevent overheating, use solar control glass such as K2’s Celcius Performance Glass or bronze polycarbonate panels for the roof.This can reduce the temperature by several degrees in the summer and reduces glare.
Ventilation
Some conservatory roof systems have ridge ventilation and roof lights that open automatically above a given temperature to allow air to circulate. Consider the position of windows and doors to allow a cross flow of air.
Winter warmer
Fitting low-emissivity glass will add just two or three hundred pounds to the bill, but significantly reduces heat loss during winter. Noise reduction: K2’s Celcius Performance Glass offers dramatically improved sound reduction compared to 25mm polycarbonate sheets. Polycarbonate roof panels may be less expensive, but they are far noisier than glass when it rains, and can be real conversation stoppers in a downpour.
The FMB has teamed up with one of the UK’s leading conservatory manufacturers, K2, to provide homeowners with an approved installer scheme to protect consumers and provide added peace of mind.
Have you always wanted a conservatory?
As well as offering versatile accommodation, conservatories are also the cheapest route to extra living space in your home and can be built far more quickly than a fullblown extension. Check with your local authority about planning permission or building regulations. If you live in Scotland, conservatories have to comply with Part J of the Building Standards.
Most conservatories will have a concrete foundation and floor slab, with cavity brickwork lower walls, glazed upper walls and roof panels set within a framing system. To become an approved installer, companies must go through a rigorous vetting process and abide by a strict code of conduct.
K2 and the FMB check out the installer for their:
● Trading history
● Quality, integrity and professionalism
● Customer satisfaction
● Work on site
The approved installer scheme is also complemented by the FMB’s MasterBond warranty.
TOP TIP
● Do buy the best quality structure within your budget
● Do ask your builder what is included in his quote – does it include flooring and electrics or will you be left with a bare shell?
● Do install effective heating and ventilation to allow your conservatory to be used all year round
● Don’t try and build your own conservatory
● Don’t choose a design which is not in keeping with your house
Call James on 01227 283800 or 07774800618
THOMAS STEADMAN
Architectural Designs
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Tel: 01227 741916
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