If you're in the market for a conservatory, you may have started to hear more about glass extensions. But isn't a glass extension just another word for a conservatory? What's the difference between a traditional conservatory and a glass extension?
You might be attracted to conservatories because they bring the outside in they're a way of enjoying the garden all year round. But if you want to take that idea to its extreme, you might want to look at glass extensions. Sometimes known as veranda conservatories, glass extensions look a lot like traditional conservatories, but without the brick.
Glass extensions add beauty and value to your home. They comply with building regulations and are built in structurally bonded frameless double-glazed units. They're like a glazed shell complete with roof-based glazing bars. You can sit in the garden all year round, while the weather does its worst.
In the latest roof designs, glass extensions have built-in tracks. This is where you can fit your fabric panels that protect you from the sun's glare. These can be fitted outside, too, and made from a hardwearing, weatherproof fabric.
The main difference between a glass extension and traditional conservatories is that the roof often covers the extension's veranda. The benefit of this is that you can sit in the garden without worrying about getting wet.
That veranda is another way that glass extensions are different from conservatories. It's a great place to relax with a book, enjoy a barbecue, or for children to play. You'll find the extra space really useful, especially as it comes on top of the living space you've already got in your glass extension.
Glass extensions often feature bi-fold or sliding doors, too. This creates a fantastic link between the house and garden. Your glass extension will stay cool in the summer, but having bi-fold doors also gives you extra ventilation in very hot weather. You can also have French doors fitted.
Another difference between glass extensions and conservatories is that extensions look much more contemporary. Many of today's glass extensions can look extremely slick and don't need to cost a fortune.
As with a conservatory, though, it's always best to ensure that the amount you spend on your glass extension relates to the value of your home. The cost of your glass addition should ideally be proportionate to the overall value of your home. That means that, if your house is worth one million, a glass extension costing 40,000 is justifiable. It's less so on a house worth 150,000, as you probably won't get back your original investment.
In the end, whether you choose a glass extension or conservatory might come down to the style of your house. Whichever you choose, as you sit and admire your garden in all weathers, you're not likely to regret your purchase.
You might be attracted to conservatories because they bring the outside in they're a way of enjoying the garden all year round. But if you want to take that idea to its extreme, you might want to look at glass extensions. Sometimes known as veranda conservatories, glass extensions look a lot like traditional conservatories, but without the brick.
Glass extensions add beauty and value to your home. They comply with building regulations and are built in structurally bonded frameless double-glazed units. They're like a glazed shell complete with roof-based glazing bars. You can sit in the garden all year round, while the weather does its worst.
In the latest roof designs, glass extensions have built-in tracks. This is where you can fit your fabric panels that protect you from the sun's glare. These can be fitted outside, too, and made from a hardwearing, weatherproof fabric.
The main difference between a glass extension and traditional conservatories is that the roof often covers the extension's veranda. The benefit of this is that you can sit in the garden without worrying about getting wet.
That veranda is another way that glass extensions are different from conservatories. It's a great place to relax with a book, enjoy a barbecue, or for children to play. You'll find the extra space really useful, especially as it comes on top of the living space you've already got in your glass extension.
Glass extensions often feature bi-fold or sliding doors, too. This creates a fantastic link between the house and garden. Your glass extension will stay cool in the summer, but having bi-fold doors also gives you extra ventilation in very hot weather. You can also have French doors fitted.
Another difference between glass extensions and conservatories is that extensions look much more contemporary. Many of today's glass extensions can look extremely slick and don't need to cost a fortune.
As with a conservatory, though, it's always best to ensure that the amount you spend on your glass extension relates to the value of your home. The cost of your glass addition should ideally be proportionate to the overall value of your home. That means that, if your house is worth one million, a glass extension costing 40,000 is justifiable. It's less so on a house worth 150,000, as you probably won't get back your original investment.
In the end, whether you choose a glass extension or conservatory might come down to the style of your house. Whichever you choose, as you sit and admire your garden in all weathers, you're not likely to regret your purchase.
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