Adding DIY bespoke conservatories to your home

Thursday, 23, Aug 2007 05:24

Bespoke conservatories are conservatories or sun lounges tailor-made to each customer's desired design and specifications. DIY conservatories are offered by a number of conservatory companies and can easily be set up by an experienced DIY enthusiast or a builder in a short period of time.

In the 1900s, the concept and use of bespoke conservatories used to be directly related to plants as these structures are made in order to protect plants from extremely cold or hot weather. In recent years, the use and availability of bespoke conservatories is becoming more varied. Many homes which have conservatories add a new dimension to the home and can be clean and stylish space structures when designed and assembled in the correct manner. Whether used as a lounge area, a home space extension, or even a porch, a conservatory can ultimately turns the available space into a light-filled, maximized space.

Most conservatories are used as sitting lounges for individuals, couples, or families. While the exact use and purpose of a conservatory can entirely depend on a customer's preference.

Having a conservatory certainly has many advantages. Some of these benefits are:

1. Maximized space - However big or small the space, a bespoke conservatory can help use any unwanted space in your garden or yard effectively.

2. Aesthetically designed - A customer or owner can choose the exact design or choose from available themes.

3. Easy assembly - Bespoke DIY conservatory companies usually design and engineer the conservatory based on customer specifications and preferences. Yet, all of these bespoke self build conservatories can be easily set up without having to hire a builder if you are competent at DIY.

4. Affordable - Most companies offer tailor-made conservatories in a very affordable price range. The price of each conservatory would, of course, depend on the size, shape, materials used and the design. Even getting a local builder to fit your new DIY conservatory can be cheaper than have a conservatory company fit it for you.

5. Guaranteed to Last - Some bespoke conservatory companies offer warranties up to 25 years. With this, customers can gain peace of mind that this addition to the home is made to last and materials which are durable and will stand the test of time.

There are different kinds of designs for bespoke DIY conservatories. Since bespoke conservatories are tailor-made based to an owner's preference, there are general designs which may influence the actual size, shape and materials used for certain conservatories. The different styles and most popular designs are:

1. Edwardian Conservatories

2. Victorian Conservatories

3. Lean To

4. Gable Front

5. P, T, or B-shaped Conservatories

6. Small porch style Conservatories

All bespoke conservatories are made based on the materials and designs chosen by each home owner. Depending on the theme, colours can range from rosewood to golden oak or as simple as white or cream. Sculpture frames made of PVCu are often used for the conservatory frames. Different kinds of glass can be used for a conservatory. These include solar control glass, low energy insulating glass, or even high insulating glass. Conservatory roofs are often made using PVCu and aluminium which are strong enough to support the frames and the whole structure. Owners usually have the option for decorative glazing options, glass type and roof shape too.