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Orangery vs conservatory: What is the difference and which is better?
The short answer: an orangery uses brick pillars, a solid perimeter roof, and a central glazed lantern, while a conservatory is predominantly glass, typically with a pitched or lean-to glazed roof. Both extend your living space and flood it with light, but they suit different budgets, architectural styles, and uses. Read on to understand exactly ... Read more
Replacing a Polycarbonate Conservatory Roof: Cost, Benefits, and Expectations
If you’re considering a conservatory upgrade, understanding the conservatory roof replacement cost is essential for planning your home improvement project. Many homeowners in Devon and across the UK are discovering that their ageing polycarbonate conservatory roofs are causing more problems than solutions from inadequate insulation to disruptive noise during rainstorms. In this blog, we’ll walk ... Read more
Too Hot in Summer, Too Cold in Winter? How to Fix Your Unusable Conservatory
Is your conservatory too hot in summer and too cold in winter? If so, you’re not alone. Countless homeowners across Devon and beyond struggle with the frustration of a conservatory that’s either unbearably hot during summer months or freezing cold when winter arrives. The result? A beautiful extension that sits unused for most of the ... Read more
Energy-efficient glass for conservatories: Glass types, cost and benefits
For years, and despite their huge popularity in the UK, conservatories earned a reputation for being difficult to live with – too hot in summer, too cold in winter and costly to heat in between. In a county like Devon, where weather conditions can shift quickly and sunshine often arrives with a chill, those weaknesses ... Read more
The best conservatory designs without planning permission
Most conservatories in England do not need planning permission. If your design sits at the rear of the property, stays within size and height limits, and covers less than 50% of your original garden, it will almost certainly qualify as permitted development. The five styles that most consistently meet those criteria are the lean-to, Edwardian, ... Read more
Conservatory Roof Replacement: What to Know Before You Replace
Is your conservatory too hot in summer and freezing in winter? You’re not alone. Many homeowners across Devon find themselves wrestling with outdated conservatory roofs that simply don’t perform. Whether your polycarbonate panels are cracked, your glass roof is leaking, or you’re just tired of that greenhouse effect, conservatory roof replacement could be the solution ... Read more
Discover Modern Conservatory Ideas for UK Homes
If you’re thinking about transforming your home with contemporary style and functionality, modern conservatory designs UK that homeowners are choosing today are the perfect blend of innovative architecture and practical living space solutions. Gone are the days when conservatories were simply glass boxes tacked onto the back of houses, today’s designs are sophisticated extensions that ... Read more
Transform Your Conservatory with a Modern Glass Conservatory Roof Installation
If you’re considering a glass conservatory roof installation, you’re about to make one of the most impactful improvements to your home’s living space. A modern glass roof can completely transform your conservatory from a seasonal room into a year-round haven that’s filled with natural light at a comfortable temperature. The importance of choosing the right ... Read more
Extend Your Living Space with a Conservatory
If you’re looking to expand your home without the complexity of a full house extension, conservatory extensions in South Devon offer an elegant and practical solution. At Renaissance Conservatories, we understand that growing families and changing lifestyles require additional space that seamlessly integrates with your existing home. A well-designed conservatory extension provides year-round living space ... Read more
Bespoke Orangeries: A Luxury Addition to Your Home
In recent years, homeowners have been looking beyond standard house extensions to create something special. A bespoke orangery has become popular. They offer a substantial and permanent room while bringing in natural light and garden views. At Renaissance Conservatories, we offer these elegant structures with various options to make them truly unique and blend the ... Read more
A Complete Guide to Conservatory Roof Replacement in South Devon
That beautiful conservatory you invested in years ago should be one of your home’s most enjoyable spaces. Yet for many South Devon homeowners, it’s become a room of extremes – sweltering like a greenhouse on sunny days, freezing during winter evenings, and impossibly noisy when rain hammers down on the roof. Perhaps water finds its ... Read more
Should You Replace Your Conservatory Roof with Tiles?
The Main Takeaways: Tiled conservatory roofs offer superior thermal efficiency compared to traditional glass or polycarbonate roofs They provide excellent noise reduction, creating a peaceful environment regardless of weather conditions Tiled roofs can significantly upgrade the aesthetic appeal of your conservatory and overall home Most tiled roof installations don’t require planning permission, falling under permitted ... Read more
