Conservatory Furniture Blog

Superior Quality Rattan Garden Furniture

2012-05-24T15:47:00.000+01:00

Choosing the right furniture for your conservatory is a must if you're planning to entertain guests and make the most of this additional space in your home.

There's a huge choice on offer but by selecting the best quality you can afford, you'll be enjoying your conservatory furniture for years to come.

Choosing a Rattan Furniture Suite

Investing in a furniture suite can be one of the best buys you can make for your conservatory. Select the best you can afford and enjoy it in your conservatory or garden.

A high quality suite can be used both inside and out and double up for use as rattan garden furniture. The best conservatory furniture will be strong, usually with a metal aluminium frame, and very durable. A lighter weight suite will enable you to move your rattan conservatory furniture suite to make full use of it; both inside and also outside in a garden patio area for parties etc.

Monaco Rattan Garden Furniture

Monaco Textiline Rattan Garden Furniture 2 Seater Sofa Suite

This luxury suite comes from the Monaco range. The smart clean lines of this rattan garden furniture, along with the classic dark tones, are quite unmistakable. The modern conservatory furniture look achieved here would be very in keeping with any stylish home.

The Monaco Sofa Suite includes the following:

2 Seater Sofa Dimensions
Height: 58cm
Depth: 86cm
Width: 143cm

Armchair Dimensions
Height: 58cm
Depth: 86cm
Width: 83cm

Coffee Table Dimensions
Height: 36cm
Length: 117cm
Width: 67cm

Main Highlights: Light weight - Clean moden lines - Comfort

Rattan Conservatory Furniture

Montana Large Rattan Conservatory Furniture Suite

The Montana range comes in a beautifully natural lighter shade of rattan weave. The larger style suite is available also in a medium sized suite if space is at a premium. Taylor made rattan conservatory furniture needs to be durable, good looking and very comfortable. The Montana range fits the bill perfectly.

The Montana Large Sofa Suite includes the following:

Armchair Dimensions
Height: 71cm
Width: 100cm
Depth: 96cm

3 Seater Sofa Dimensions
Height: 71cm
Width: 207cm
Depth: 96cm

Main Highlights: Beautiful light classic tones - Supreme comfort - Strong & durable

The above rattan furniture sets are currently included in the conservatory furniture sale extravaganza. Sale can end at any time. If you're in need of a high quality furniture suite then look no further.

May 2012 Conservatory Furniture Sale Now On!

2012-05-08T17:51:00.000+01:00

Lichfield Conservatory Furniture Sale 20% Off

Now that the Spring is in the air it's time to consider your conservatory furniture. The special man-made fibre weave of our modern conservatory furniture means you can use it both indoors and out.

Please note that due to the significant discounts, and limited stock on this high quality conservatory furniture, sale prices can end at any time.

Conservatory Furniture Sale - May 2012

The Lichfield conservatory furniture range has always been popular due to its great value for money and stylish looks. Now May is with us you can take advantage of this conservatory furniture sale with at least 20% off. But this does end soon.

Lichfield Conservatory Furniture Range

The Lichfield Conservatory Furniture Suite comes in number of different options and currently all included within this limited offer sale period. Included are the following chair choices:

Extra Large Suite, Large Suite, Medium Suite, 3 seater sofa, 2 seater sofa, armchair, coffee table and side table.

Cork Conservatory Furniture Range

Cork Conservatory Furniture Sale 20% Off

The Cork Conservatory Furniture Suite will add real style to any conservatory in your home. There's a great range to choose from and the individual style of the soft fabrics on the Cork Range really sets it apart.

The Cork range consists of the following conservatory furniture choices:

Medium Suite, 2 Seater Sofa, Armchair, Coffee Table, Side Table and Cork Footstool.

View the Cork Conservatory Furniture sale now.

Aintree Conservatory Furniture Range

Aintree Conservatory Furniture Sale 10% Off

The classy Aintree Conservatory Furniture Suite comes in a beautifully muted tone making it ideal to fit in with your conservatory decor and current furnishings.

The warm tones and luxuriously soft furnishings available with this quality conservatory furniture range means you won't be able to wait to show it off to your friends and family.

The sale furniture included in the Aintree range is as follows:

Aintree Medium Suite, 2 Seater Sofa, Armchair, Coffee Table, Side Table and Aintree Footstool.

Bellagio Conservatory Furniture Range

Bellagio Conservatory Furniture Sale 10% Off

The Bellagio Conservatory Furniture Suite is a great choice if you're looking for darker tones in your modern conservatory furniture. The darker weave of the Bellagio would compliment a lighter style decor in your home and create a contrasting effect.

The pinstripe fabric of the Bellagio conservatory furniture comes in two high quality colours of beige and dark (as shown above).

The sale furniture included in the Bellagio range is as follows:

Bellagio Large Suite, Medium Suite, 3 Seater Sofa, 2 Seater Sofa, Armchair, Oval Cabinet, Large Cabinet, Coffee Table, Night Table and Bellagio Side Table.

The conservatory furniture sale includes some of the highest quality suite ranges available. You can get from 10% - 20% sale prices that are only available for a limited period depending on stock.

Daybeds

2012-02-20T11:53:00.000Z

The Apple Daybed

Apple Day Bed

For the ultimate in luxury why not treat yourself to the Apple day bedfor the coming summer? With the ability to fit 2-4 people, this daybed offers the ideal day bed for relaxing in absolute comfort. One thing is for sure, with the apple daybed in your garden you can be certain you will be the envy of all your friends.

White Apple Daybed

Featuring a rotating base allowing it to swivel 360 degrees it gives you the option of not having to miss out on any of the suns warm wonderful rays on those blissful hot sunny days as you simply reposition the daybed wherever you want it to be. With a removable top half you can sunbathe easily, and when it all becomes a little too much you simply pop the top back on for a relaxing snooze in the shade knowing you are safe and protected from the sun. The ecolene manufactured bed features 6mm diameter cappuccino weave and a bedrock fabric to ensure you stay relaxed and comfortable all day long.

Whatever size garden you have daybeds are becoming more and more popular for use in the summer sun, and the Apple day bed is just about the most sumptuous available today, offering luxury you will not easily find elsewhere. Available in either cappuccino or white this apple day bed makes for a most stunning focal point in any outdoor area, being versatile enough for sunning yourself, for relaxing with a drink or even for having a sleep in.

With the ability to withstand the worst of the weather conditions the UK climate can throw at it such as heavy rain and extremes of temperature, thanks to its ecolene material structure the rattan manufactured apple day bed is the perfect accessory to any sun lovers garden. With covers for the seats and scatter cushions being removable for washing and a UV resistant waterproof heavy duty polyester cover which includes taped seams you can be sure you are getting a product that can withstand the worst of the weather.

Includes FREE weather cover worth £89.99

With just a little simple maintenance the apple day bed will stay looking in fantastic pristine condition offering great resistance against mould, insects and dirt. A quick wipe over with a damp cloth regularly will keep your day bed in great condition allowing you many trouble free years of enjoying the sun along with a great product for your garden that will draw plenty of comments from visitors to your home.

Measuring up at 2 metres in diameter by 2.3 metres in height it’s ideal for enjoying with company, as well as lazing on with a good magazine and a relaxing drink offering the perfect opportunity to de-stress after a hard day at the office, or just simply let the heat of the day wash over you.

If you are considering a daybed for your garden for the forthcoming summer take a closer look at the Apple Daybed. This daybed is one of the most stylish you can find on the market today, along with the practicality required for an outdoor sun lounger.

Rattan Furniture - Ideal for the conservatory or garden

2012-02-14T11:29:00.000Z

MGM Conservatory Furniture - Burford Suite

Are you a house owner who has taken advantage of adding a conservatory to the exterior of their home? Conservatories are a wonderful addition offering an additional room to any home with the advantage of being a gateway out into the garden area.

A conservatory offers a blank canvas for decor and furnishings, and with modern conservatory furniture being ever more popular, one of the most popular ranges of conservatory furniture available is rattan furniture.

Rattan conservatory furniture is manufactured from a range of wicker type materials, all derived from the stem of a climbing plant of the genus Calamus. In its most natural form it offers a sustainable material meaning it's environmentally friendly if you're looking for an eco alternative to more traditional materials such as teak or oak. A lot of rattan furniture is made from a synthetic weave material, giving it the benefit of being extremely hard wearing and durable, whilst at the same time still offering the same great looks and luxurious feel.

Whilst synthetic weave is ideal for outdoor applications such as in the garden or on the patio, the quality of the synthetic weave furniture has meant manufacturers have been able to offer great furniture for indoor conservatory areas in synthetic weave. Offering practical advantages as well, little maintenance is required for keeping it looking in fantastic condition all year round. For instance, a simple wipe down with a damp sponge is all that is needed to keep it looking as good as new.

With the selection of furniture that is available for both conservatory and the patio, there is a wide choice to suit almost all budgets and tastes, with the added benefit that if you wish to extend your conservatory theme out onto your patio or decking area you can do so easily. This offers a great way to tie-in your decor from home to garden, giving a true focal point to any garden area. With such interesting designs available along with accessories such as coffee tables and planter boxes, you can be confident rattan furniture offers a little of everything for everyone.

With the great look of wicker you get from rattan, most rattan conservatory furniture features cushions which offer additional comfort at any time during their use. With the facility to remove and wash the covers, these cushions offer plenty of flexibility with the ability to be removed and stored when not in use. For instance if you’re using furniture out on the patio.

Ocean Designs - Keywest Suite

As furniture for the conservatory, rattan furniture offers the modern contemporary design looks you will enjoy. With a range of styles to choose from and prices to suit, there is a wide range of styles and designs for any shape and size of conservatory. Rattan will add a touch of sumptuous luxury and elegance to any setting, with practicality of comfort for those who wish to spend their time enjoying their surroundings accordingly, whether that’s in the height of the summer or through the colder winter months.

Conservatory Furniture - New Range

2012-02-09T11:24:00.000Z

The Verona Suite

If you are looking around at the present time thinking about the addition of new or replacement furniture for your patio area this year why not take a look at the beautiful Verona suite. The Verona suite is a new addition to our range and has recently been added to our product portfolio of rattan garden furniture.

Made from wonderful lustrous dark cappuccino rattan weave material the Verona sumptuous high backed suite range combines ultimate luxury together with practicality in a product offering which features such options as a 3 seater sofa, armchairs and a coffee table along with a full set of outdoor cushions.

Rattan weave is one of the most fashionable materials around at present for both patio and conservatory furniture, with it being both hardwearing and reliable in almost any setting, whether inside or out. It has become especially popular with homeowners who have a conservatory and want to keep a theme going from inside to out. When a lot of time and effort has been spent on decor to make a home flow as well as it can, rattan has answered a lot of questions for those with a critical eye who want to follow a specific theme. Very few materials could offer that option of moving from inside to out into the garden easily, rattan answers that call very easily indeed.

Synthetic weave rattan is ideal for any weather conditions, meaning it can be used all year round, and needs no special storage, it will happily live outside in the garden whatever the weather. With a little maintenance you can keep it looking in great condition with a wipe down with a bowl of soapy water and a damp cloth.

Being such a great looking product, the Verona suite offers a sophisticated look in almost any setting. Whether you are looking for a classic look on a traditional slabbed patio or a more modern contemporary feel on decking the Verona range meets those requirements and is capable of offering the flexibility to be used in any required setting, formally or informally.

Resplendent with outdoor cushions which can easily be removed when not in use, the suite offers a dramatic focal point to any patio area and will offer many comfortable hours for entertaining, whether that's with friends or simply with loved one's on a warm summers evening. There are few finer places to spend a few hours enjoying a relaxing drink than on a Verona suite.

If you are looking for a future classic, thanks to it's wonderful styling along with it's ability to resist the weather conditions whatever they maybe, then take a closer look at the Verona suite. It offers a style and material that can add that wonderful focal point to your garden and patio area and you can be confident it is a style that will be around for a long time to come without ever going out of fashion.

Xmas Opening Hours

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If you wish to visit our showroom over the festive period, you will be pleased to know that we are open every day in December apart from Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

We will also be closed on the 1st January 2012.

Christmas Decorations - Capture that Christmas Feel

2011-12-14T13:04:00.002Z

If you’re feeling completely overwhelmed when it comes to Christmas decorations for your conservatory, then don’t worry. We’ve put together a great list of what to buy, how to buy and where to buy it to get you started.

Christmas Tree

If you are thinking of a Christmas tree for your Conservatory but don’t want the associated hassle of a real pine one, then consider the options available from John Lewis. Whether you are looking for a traditional fir tree or something a little more contemporary such as a Paper Jewel Tree which offers a great alternative, John Lewis has the answers to all of your requirements.

A Christmas tree makes an ideal addition to your conservatory offering a warm cosy feel over the festive period.

Christmas Tree Decorations

With a traditional type fir tree why not consider a variety of decorations to work in with the current theme you have in the conservatory, or choose a complementary colour to your tree such as reds which always look classy and festive at this time of the year.

Marks and Spencer offers a fantastic value set of fifty shatterproof red tree decorations in various shapes and sizes offering a gorgeous coordinating style for a stunning tree this Christmas.

However if you are looking for something a little unique how about a set of the Little London 2012 Miniature sets by Bonbki from Notonthehighstreet.com? These decorations will certainly put the smile on anyone’s face and help to get you in the mood for next years London Olympics.

Lighting

Pretty floral lighting in white from Graham and Green are a lovely way to light up your conservatory this Christmas thanks to the Blossom Tree Light, and would look stunning in any setting.

Alternatively if you’re looking to add a little more colour the 35 illuminated cotton balls string light, also available from Graham and Green can be used in all seasons - whether it's for adding carnival vibrancy to your summer, or refined glamour to your festivities at Christmas.

Christmas Candles

With a tree with lights on, and a warm conservatory setting what better way than to snuggle down than with candles. DotComGiftShop offers a fantastic range of candles and candle holders ranging from the exotic such as a White Moroccan Metal Lantern through to more seasonal Santa T Light sets available in a set of six, perfect for Christmas scenes.

The range of Christmas candles and holders is ideal, offering a fantastic choice whatever your budget is.

Garlands and Wreaths

If you have occasional furniture in your conservatory you may wish to look at garlands and wreaths to add a little vibrance and warmth over the festive period.

The Frosted Leaf Garland from the White Company, looks Fantastic draped over a chest of drawers or sideboard or around a mirror. You an use as is, or add baubles and lights to give it that little extra.

Rattan Conservatory Furniture

2011-11-21T15:23:00.001Z

Have you considered just how great Rattan Furniture can be as an alternative furniture idea in the conservatory? With the prospect of being able to match your outdoor patio furniture with your conservatory furniture Rattan conservatory furniture offers the perfect tie in, with sleek subtle contemporary designs available to suit any conservatory setting.

If you are looking for furniture which offers comfort and luxury then the range of conservatory furniture available made from rattan is vast with something to suit most tastes and budgets. The range of fantastic products can be from as simple as a natural rattan chair through to a full suite including a convenient occasional coffee table.

Rattan Garden Furniture

Putting stylish classic furniture in your garden need not cost the earth. Rattan garden furniture offers outstanding value for money along with stylish great looks that offers the opportunity to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outdoor area. Whether that’s on the patio or placed in a favourite spot in the garden. Regardless of the look you are trying to achieve, you will find something to suit from the variety of styles, sizes and materials available.

Rattan Garden Furniture offers luxurious sophisticated furniture for your patio or garden area. Garden furniture sets made from rattan can be found in all shapes an sizes include modern tables and chairs such as the Havana range which offers a number of options for almost any sized garden through to relaxing sun loungers and interesting, alternative garden options such as white Apple day bed which would grace any garden area.

Outdoor rattan furniture offers a durable strong option together with a contemporary style that will provide a long-lasting solution to your garden furniture needs. It is manufactured to the highest standards from a durable synthetic substance called Ecolene that enables the furniture to be used outdoors. With a little maintenance, such as a quick wipe over with a damp cloth and an occasional clean with a mild detergent every three months or so, your rattan furniture is useable all year round for times when the sun shines.

With the ability to withstand the rigours of alternating seasons, outdoor rattan furniture is both UV and water resistant, offering protection against the elements. Such protection offers the advantage of being able to leave rattan furniture outside and not needing to find indoor storage areas for your furniture during the autumn or winter months.

With rattan garden furniture becoming more and more popular, now is a great time to invest. The range of furniture allows you to add originality and exciting ideas to your garden whilst remaining confident that any investment will last for many years to come.

Conservatory Flooring

2011-10-04T09:23:00.002+01:00

Deciding on conservatory flooring and conservatory furniture may possibly be more difficult compared to any other room inside the house. Just like any investment, it is vital you participate in a little investigation before any purchase is made to make certain the flooring you opt for will be the correct solution for you. Circumstances in conservatories may well be particularly different to those throughout the remainder of the home and the flooring you decide upon may need to reflect this difference.

Among the first issues should be how the conservatory will be used. Whilst some are used as a second lounge area or TV room, they can be used as an outdoor room, which happens to be an extension of the garden. If your conservatory will most likely be used as a garden room, with people walking in and out from the garden regularly, then practicalities should be thought about, as dirt will more than likely be brought in to your home which can be potentially damaging to flooring. Carpet should be discounted as needless to say this would quickly become soiled and damaged and wooden flooring is questionable as it would be in danger of becoming scratched. As a garden room, thoughts also need to be considered with regards to furnishing, with Rattan Conservatory furniture being a modern contemporary look, which can be carried through into the garden area for a unified style.

More favoured functional options include stone or slate floors as well as vinyl for an inexpensive selection, which can withstand the day to day challenges of the location. Furthermore it may be important to consider that any conservatory which leads outside needs to have a heavy duty mat to eliminate the majority of the dirt before it can be dumped all over the floor.

Wooden flooring is often not suitable for conservatories for the simple reason that direct sunlight can fade areas of the flooring, which receive more of the suns rays than others. Fluctuations in temperature should also be considered, as temperatures during the summer in a conservatory are far higher than in a houseroom, and likewise during the winter months the temperature is far colder. This situation has a direct impact in the flooring you consider as alterations in temperature and moisture can lead to wooden flooring being prone to expanding and contracting and big changes in temperature may mean large fluctuations within the floor.

Engineered flooring is often a good option, as it does not tend to expand and contract the same way wooden flooring options do. It also provides a nice firm base for modern conservatory furniture to fit with, whilst offering a traditional look to most conservatories. Stone and tile are fantastic alternatives in the summer if you have a south-facing conservatory, however be warned in the winter they can help to contribute to the cold feeling within the room.

How to Keep Your Conservatory Warm This Winter

2011-09-21T11:14:00.000+01:00

Winter is fast approaching, it is predicted to be as bad as last years big freeze and just to top it off, energy bills are still increasing.

Your summer investment in a conservatory has served you well, giving you a beautiful area to enjoy the warm evenings, but how are you going to keep it warm during the winter? Well, the obvious way it will stay warm is on them clear sunny days, where although it is chilly outside, your conservatory is harnessing the suns rays and retaining the heat. To keep this heat in during the winter a set of curtains or blinds can help retain it further into the evening when the sun goes down.

When you wake up in the morning make sure you open the curtains or blinds up for the day, the suns heat will bath the conservatory during the light hours, then as the sun starts to go down close your curtains. This will help retain the warmth gained during the day.

Thomas Sanderson offer some top of the range Solartex blinds that help control the temperature of your conservatory. In the summer it reflects the powerful rays of the sun, but during the winter it insulates the conservatory to retain the heat. Not only that, but their advanced technology means they don’t use aluminium coating or film, which is prone to oxidisation leading to reduced performance and horrible marks that appear. And just to make life that little bit easier – they are easy to clean!

There is the obvious method of not opening your doors or windows for a more than a couple of minutes. Heat will escape quickly leaving you in a freezing cold room!

The type of glass in the windows and on the roof in your conservatory can also assist during the cold months. If you have an Anglian Home Improvements solaroof you will benefit all year round! Like the Thomas Sanderson blinds it will reflect harmful UV rays (that also fade your furniture) and reduce glare, therefore assisting you control the temperature. However, during the winter it will also help keep the heat in, not letting it get too cool.

Anglian Home Improvements use Ultra 2 glass, which has low emissivity glass. Combine this with Anglian’s Ultra gas filled sealed units and you enhance the efficiency of your conservatory by up to 50%, when compared against standard air filled sealed units.

To help maintain the temperature of not just your conservatory, but also the room it is attached to, creating a barrier between the two will mean there is less area to be heated. So if you have a door, bi-fold doors or even just curtains separating the two, each room will be warmer as the air does not have as much room to travel around, thus making it easier to heat each room.

All of these methods will help retain the temperature of the room, but may not necessarily heat the room. So, here are two ways to heat your conservatory.

1 – Fit a radiator (obviously). If your conservatory has a dwarf wall or an area that a radiator can be fitted, this may be beneficial during the big freeze.

2 – Underfloor heating. Timberland flooring do a great range of real wood flooring with the extra offer of underfloor heating. The heating system is installed out of sight, warming the floor in a different way to the conventional systems. It heats the floor in the form of waves, known as radiant heat. This heats the surfaces of objects and people in the room, which then heats the surrounding air. The air is heated after the objects which means that air temperatures can be lowered in the room leading to a reduction in your heating bills. It also means you have toasty feet when you walk on it, which I assure you is lovely on an icy cold morning!

Failing all of this get out a blanket and wrap up warm this winter, sit in your conservatory and watch the snow fall and listen to the robins sing.

Extend your Living Space

2011-08-30T15:29:00.001+01:00

Conservatories are actually demonstrating themselves to be a genuinely affordable path to providing a lasting living area towards your home whilst the economy as it stands proceeds to make it almost impossible for property owners to advance along the property market into alternative properties at this current time.

Making use of the most up-to-date roof alternatives a highly specified conservatory can offer an all year round economical extension for your home which could swiftly add a garden room, children’s playroom, office or just simply a further lounge area for you to sit and enjoy your outdoor area if furnished appropriately by taking advantage of the conservatory furniture sale areas available.

A number of conservatories don’t need to have planning permission and dependent upon specified directives will also be presently free from building regulations and may provide the quickest path to extending your selected living area for a fraction of the price of a brick constructed extension.

You may choose a steel base for your conservatory which could get rid of the requirement for excavations in addition to footings delivering a quicker installation time period when compared to a conventional concrete base. As a result of the application of real brick facings modular dwarf walls will look identical to conventional brick built walls as well as the modular wall cassettes that may be packed with supplementary insulation.

DIY conservatories are becoming more and more popular with property owners. They are content to construct their own conservatories; this route offers excellent savings, as there is no cost aspect for the labour concerned. This may drastically decrease the total cost, however constructing a DIY conservatory also provides the house owner a better feel of personal satisfaction in finishing the extension without the need for a builder.

Conservatories can be found in classic Victorian or more contemporary styles comparable to Gable ended or Edwardian. Modern-day PVC conservatories are practically maintenance and repair free and available in a large range of colours such as black, oak, grey, green, rosewood, or cream offering you the facility to develop a unique expression for your home.

It is crucial to think about the specification of any new conservatory. The use of energy-efficient materials including the type of glazing materials is a vital element to make sure you will be able to use your new living space all year round.

Introducing a conservatory is a confirmed benefit towards your home and introducing luxury items such as rattan garden furniture will allow additional flexibility over standard conservatory furniture. By choosing rattan garden furniture when the weather is nice, or for entertaining you can move the items outside knowing they have that extra durability.

Today’s conservatory may well be created to be energy-efficient. By making use of modern high performance PVC profiles along with the latest revolutionary products they offer an all year round option to any home at a reasonable price.

Useful Links:
Anglian Home Improvements:www.anglianhome.co.uk
Apropos: www.apropos-conservatories.com
Atelier Garden Rooms: www.atelierzone.com

Planning Permissions for Conservatories

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A conservatory is among the best methods to expand the available living space in addition to raising the value of one's existing home. Conservatory extensions are typically more cost-effective to construct than conventional home extensions and quickly become the favoured room for relaxing and gathering.

Conservatories can also be ideal for entertaining. You can confidently plan your garden party with no need for concern about nuisances, for example inclement weather, insects, or allergies.  A conservatory gives the natural sunlight providing the ideal area for reading, napping, or perhaps a secure and sunlit space for the kids to use.  The flexibility of contemporary conservatories makes them an excellent improvement for any home.

This straightforward information on conservatory planning permission requirements includes rules, and facts about local authority legislation.  With a lot of modern families constantly considering ways to improve, upgrade and add space to their own homes, planning permission requirements are becoming tighter making sure that any building work undertaken is in keeping with neighbouring properties and local area guidelines.  

Under present local authority legislation you may very well not need planning permission to build a conservatory, providing you meet with the following listed points.

A Detached Property without planning permission
You are able to develop up to 70m³ or 115% of the total volume of the property, whichever is the greatest. However, this can be a combination of the entire amount of extensions. For example, if you had a lounge extension of 35m³ and a conservatory of 46m³ this would total 81m³ and you would require planning permission for your project. If your total is less than 70m3, or 115% of the volume of the present building, planning permission should not be required.  

A Semi-Detached Property
A semi-detached property uses the same rules as a detached property, you are entitled to develop as much as 70m³.  

Terraced and End Terraced Properties 
Precisely the same rules apply to these as detached and semi detached properties. However, the amount you are entitled to develop is reduced to 50m³.  

Flats and Maisonettes 
You are not permitted to develop flats or maisonettes without obtaining planning permission. You will find no exceptions to this particular rule. 

These rules and regulations refer to developments carried out after July 1st, 1948. There are a number of additional points and conditions that may alter whether planning permission would be granted for your conservatory and they are as detailed below...

1. If the conservatory covers an area greater that 50% of the original garden.
2. If the planning development rights have been removed
3. In the event you construct your development within 2m of the boundary line along with the highest point at that junction is 4m or higher
4. In the event your property is a Grade II listed building. These can require hardwood conservatories with glass roofs. Rules may well be very strict with these properties.
5. Should your conservatory or development be 20m or less from a road or public footpath  

Boundary Impact
A planning officer would inspect the projection of the conservatory (how far it would protrude directly into the garden). Normally they would probably be satisfied with an approximate 3m projection coming from the original building. Should your proposed development or conservatory extension protrude greater than 3 metres they may not consider it so favourably and may even seek a reduction in size. This can be to make sure neighbours and neighbouring properties are not obliged to view large brick walls greater than 3 metres in length.

If planning permission is not necessary for your construction then a letter of lawful development from the local authority may be something you are able to obtain. In the case of selling your house it should highlight that you have complied accordingly.

In the event of you being in any doubt regarding the regulations as well as the requirement for the preparation of plans or drawings it should be possible to contact your local planning office. They will be more than pleased to provide you with helpful guidance and knowledge to make sure that costly last second alterations or legal mistakes are not made.

Day Beds

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When the sun makes an appearance during these summer months, you should take advantage of the warm climate while you can. Your garden is the perfect outdoor area to soak up the sun and to spend quality time with family and friends, so you need to make sure that you equip your garden with the right garden and patio furniture.

Whilst many people are still satisfied with a plastic table and chairs, garden furniture is becoming increasingly more sophisticated and people are investing more money into their garden space, paying as much attention into the design and furnishing of their gardens as they do the interiors of their homes.

Garden daybeds are one area that offers a luxurious and stylish means of making the most of relaxing outdoors. They are a comfy way to make the most of the time in your garden or conservatory and offer that extra something to your outside area. Manufactured from Ecolene, which is a durable synthetic wicker, resistant to temperature and safe from cracking and splintering, day beds are a sizeable addition and so become a great focal point to any garden.

The Apple daybed is one of the most popular beds available on the market. These day beds are large enough for two people looking to escape the strongest of the sun's rays, however the top half can be removed for those looking to sunbathe. The 360-degree swivel base means you can change position to keep up with the movement of the sun all day. Manufactured in cappuccino Rattan, the apple day bed is low maintenance requiring only a quick wipe over with a spray of water and a damp cloth to keep it looking at its best. They are resistant to wine and sun tan lotions, and if the Mediterranean look is what you’re after, a stylish white weave colour option is also available.

Today's garden daybeds are designed for contemporary lifestyles, and many are suitable for use in a conservatory setting, allowing you the option of a spare bed for the night if visitors decide they wish to stay. You can also find larger day beds that have features such as a built in sunshade in a flat, Ecolene weave with contrasting cushions and cushion storage when not in use.

Rattan garden daybeds are certainly reminiscent of days gone by when style and comfort were a must. It seems those days are returning once more, and we are happy to report that whatever your taste and budget you can be sure to be able to find a day bed that suits your garden and lifestyle.

If you are looking for help and advice on the style or type of daybed for your outdoor space, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are more than happy to discuss your requirements regarding the size of bed and space you have available.

Conservatory Diner

2011-07-05T10:15:00.002+01:00

One of the great things about having a conservatory is the possibility of using it as an extra room. There are plenty of homes where there is no space for a separate dining room and families either eat in the kitchen or in the living room. If you would like to have family meals in a specially dedicated space, why not consider turning your extension into a conservatory diner. Nowadays there is a wide range of conservatory furniture available and turning your conservatory into a dining room couldn't be easier. Enjoy your food and your garden at the same time when you eat in your conservatory diner.

The great thing about a conservatory is its versatility, whether you want somewhere to relax with a drink after work, use as home office or turn it into a family diner. Enjoy meal times in an environment that is both peaceful and comfortable when you choose some of the excellent solid oak furniture that is perfect for your new dining room. Set up the right ambience for quiet dinners for two or for weekend family meals with different types of lighting. Keep the lighting low and intimate when there’s just the two of you, while overhead lighting is great for family dining. There is an increasing trend to entertaining at home, and a separate dining room makes the process much easier and more enjoyable, especially if there is entertainment in the garden after the meal.

barbecues and eating al fresco, you can please older guests by setting up a buffet meal and drinks in the dining room. You can decorate and furnish your conservatory to fit with the rest of your home and to add your own, stylish touches. If the interior of your home is more country cottage than ultra modern, a rustic oak chunky dining set is the ideal choice for your conservatory diner, add some bright, flower strewn blinds and seat pads, and you’ve completed your country style dining room.

Plants for the Conservatory

2011-06-20T16:09:00.000+01:00

People have a conservatory built for all kinds of reasons, and the great pity is that these buildings have often been underused. More recently there has been a greater interest in how useful a conservatory can be, either as somewhere to sit with a drink after work and view the garden, or as an extra room, a dining room for example. The conservatory is a good place to have plants that need a lot of sunshine and that don’t do well in a cold climate. The traditional orangery, for example, was originally purpose built to hold plants that thrived in warmer climates but not in the colder weather that is so common in Britain.

You can give your conservatory new life and enjoy plants and flowers that you thought wouldn’t grow in the garden by purchasing those plants for the conservatory. Plants that need a lot of sunlight often do especially well in a conservatory because of the warmth and light that floods through tall glass windows and perhaps glass domed roofs. You will need to care for any plants you have for the conservatory in the same way that you would care for your plants in the garden. You may need to consider treating your plants with fungicide, as fungus can often be a problem with plants, even when they are in a conservatory.

Make sure that plants have enough room in the pots you have chosen, if there is insufficient room for the roots to spread, you could end up with a dead plant. You’ll need to water the plants regularly, just as you would any other plants. If you want your plants to thrive in the conservatory, make sure they are in a spot where they get plenty of light and also oxygen. Some plants may benefit from a few hours out in the garden when the weather is warm and sunny, a bit of time in the outdoors can do wonders for plants that may be looking a bit pot bound.

Ten Ways to Improve Your Conservatory

2011-06-06T15:36:00.002+01:00

The great thing about a conservatory is that you can use it as an extra room and improve the interior to your satisfaction. This article looks at ten ways that you might improve your conservatory. One of the easiest and quickest ways to improve the look and comfort levels of your conservatory is to add some new conservatory furniture. Modern conservatory furniture is extremely versatile and includes sofas, chairs, coffee tables and side tables. Rattan conservatory furniture is extremely popular because it is long lasting, comfortable and brings a touch of the outdoors inside. Scatter cushions in toning colours are another way of brightening your conservatory and making it more comfortable

If you like the idea of making more connection between your conservatory and garden then you may want to consider painting the walls in colours that reflect that idea. Pale blues and greens are great in a conservatory and if you want a warmer look you could go for the golds and browns of autumn. Conservatory blinds make a great addition, particularly if your conservatory gets overheated on hot, sunny days. In the evenings curtains will give you more privacy, which is ideal if you want to use the conservatory as a dining room or spare bedroom. Choose window dressings that are bright and colourful if you have plain walls, if you have chosen wallpaper for your conservatory then choose one of the colours from it for things like cushions and window dressing.

The right flooring is something that will improve any room. If your conservatory is cold during the winter months then you may want to consider some under floor heating, if that is too much of an investment at the moment then carpets and rugs always make a room feel more comfortable. Lighting is important in any room, and that includes the conservatory, evenings are much more relaxing with subdued lighting and this can be achieved either with wall lighting or table lamps. There are many ways that you can improve your conservatory and make it somewhere that you love to be.

Orangeries

2011-05-24T13:05:00.000+01:00

Orangeries are rapidly becoming the preferred extension for many people. When the warmer weather arrives homeowners often consider having an extension on the back of their home so that they can enjoy their garden in spite of the summer showers. Conservatories have long been a way for people to bring the outside in and enjoy their gardens all the year round. If you are looking for a quality extension with superior design then you may want to consider an orangery. Orangeries were originally brought by rich seventeenth century merchants who wanted orange trees, which would not survive the winters in northern Europe and so they were designed to let in as much sunlight as possible. While the buildings are no longer kept as depositaries for non-native plants, they are enjoying a new popularity, due to the added light and to their unique style.

Contemporary orangeries are much more elegant than their forebears and have a lantern roof and tall side windows that allow the maximum amount of sunlight to flood into the extension. Unlike modern conservatories, that often have glass walls, these extensions will have a lot more wood at the sides, or in some cases stonework. Oak hardwood orangeries are becoming extremely popular because oak is a wood that weathers well and that is uniquely suited to the more traditional design of that type of extension.

An orangery is generally more expensive than a conservatory. because of its often superior construction, they also have the added benefit of providing greater privacy than a conservatory because of the extra wood or stonework. Orangeries suit most homes but are usually considered to fit in with more traditional style buildings. Orangeries do not look out of place in a street of Georgian or Victorian houses, which means it is often easier to get planning permission for an orangery than for a conservatory. Many people prefer orangeries because of their elegant appearance, and the fact that they are often suitable for homes where an additional room is needed.

Conservatory Lighting

2011-05-04T11:29:00.004+01:00

An increasing number of people now treat their conservatory as an additional room, rather than an appendage to their house or an extension of their garden. Conservatory lighting is now changing to fit in with the differing needs of people and the evolving use of conservatories. Interior design programmes on television have demonstrated how versatile a conservatory might be and how attractive it is as an extra room. In light of the changing nature of conservatories they have stopped being a space that no-one really knows what to do with, and are evolving into dining rooms, spare bedrooms and extra sitting rooms.
Modern conservatory lighting is far more in line with our concepts of living room lights, which means that in addition to central, overhead lights, there is now a growing selection of conservatory wall lights, table lamps and designer lighting. Nowadays there seem to be as many conservatory lighting ideas as there are bedroom and living room lighting ideas. Stark, modern conservatory wall spotlights and art deco styled brass wall spotlights are very popular Central conservatory lighting can be a single overhead light or it might be a three light spotlight. Whether you are looking for a formal living space or a contemporary place in which to relax, you are bound to find conservatory lighting that will suit your needs.
If your conservatory is highly stylised with art on the walls then you may want to think about a conservatory chrome picture light. Modern lighting effects may include three light bar spotlights or high spot antique brass uplighters. For people who like to sit in their conservatory of an evening and relax with a book, a flexible chrome floor lamp makes the ideal direct lighting companion. Table lamps can be utilitarian desk and reading lamps or attractive antique table lamps or elegant bases with matching shades. Designer conservatory lighting ranges from the reinvented nineteen seventies lava lamp to walkover lights, Marie Therese chandeliers and a table lamp shaped like an orchid. As our use of the conservatory is changing, so the range of conservatory lighting available is opening up.

Conservatory Blinds

2011-04-21T15:33:00.003+01:00

Professionally fitted conservatory blinds can completely transform your conservatory into a welcoming, useable room all year round. But conservatory blinds not only help keep your conservatory cooler in summer; they also offer privacy, reduce glare and prevent UV from fading your furniture.

Pleated conservatory blinds are the most popular choice because they can often be recess-fitted right up to glass. Not only do they tend to provide the neatest fit, but they are perfect for virtually all conservatory styles and shapes.

Surprisingly, there are many different types of pleated blinds available, with varying quality and suitability for conservatories. Unique Pure™ pleated blinds have been specifically designed for UK conservatories, how ever complex the shapes and no matter how narrow or wide the windows.

High-performance Solar Design™ fabrics are suitable for all conservatories, including those with the latest solar glazing, to provide optimum protection from UV, glare and heat gain. This way you can maintain the natural light that your conservatory offers, whilst still creating a much more comfortable environment.

Pinoleum blinds are made from real wood and are therefore most popular in timber conservatories. They gently filter the light to create a soft dappled shade, to create a truly inviting atmosphere. Available with optional solar lining, they can provide the ultimate in appearance and performance, whilst maintaining a light and airy feel.

Conservatory styles and shapes vary tremendously, so it is vital that you find a conservatory blind specialist and obtain comparison quotations to ensure that your blinds are effective for your needs.

For more details, visit the conservatory blinds website: www.conservatoryblinds.co.uk

Add Value To Your Home With Anglian

2011-04-15T09:25:00.000+01:00

As the housing market is slowing, sales are down, people are choosing to improve rather than move, so an extension or conservatory from Anglian Home Improvements is probably the best way to add value to your home for when the market picks up again!

Well, Anglian offer a variety of ways to extend your home, one of the latest ways to extend your home is with an Anglian Panoramic Extension. It comes in 4 different styles to suit your home, Elizabethan, Regency, Lean to and Victorian. By doing so you are adding another room to your house, which makes a perfect dining room or just more living area. Each panoramic extension fitted by Anglian is bespoke, made specifically for your house making it unique to you!

As the panoramic extension is made specifically for your home, you have many choices available, such as the windows that are installed, including the style and the type of finish and even have decorative glass put into the sealed units for you too! The same applies for the type of doors you want, giving you a wide selection of finishes on your panoramic extension, highlighting the individuality of you and your home. Whatever you choose will have the superb security to give you peace of mind when you aren’t benefitting from your gorgeous panoramic extension.

The windows surrounding you make for gorgeous viewing across your freshly cut lawn and pretty flowers that are just blooming. With the French doors open in the beautiful summer weather (especially at the minute), the smell of BBQ’s cooking in the air, and feeling the sun’s rays caress your face leaves you feeling warm, relaxed and happy you made the right choice by choosing Anglian.

However, if a panoramic extension is not individual enough for you, why not get an Anglian conservatory verandah? This is being touted as the saviour of the British summer, as it is not only a conservatory, but a sheltered area extended onto your conservatory to chill, do a BBQ or anything you couldn’t do in the rain!

This Anglian unique design offers all of the normal benefits of a conservatory, but with the verandah you have so many more options available to you, especially as the British summer weather is so unpredictable. There is nothing worse than planning a big party with a BBQ, everyone arriving and just as the BBQ is going nicely, there’s a big rumble of thunder and the heavens open, forcing you all inside. The verandah changes this concept, you will still have an area to do the BBQ and entertain your guests! It completely takes out relying on the weather, luck no longer plays a part of the day.

The conservatory verandah is built to BS6399 standards and the roof is tested to withstand 0.6kN load which is almost equal to 2 foot of fresh un-compacted snow. It can also withstand an upward force of 2kN per support post, which is roughly the equivalent of 95mph of wind pressure, which is Hurricane Force 12 on the Beaufort scale. No chance of this conservatory blowing away!

Make a statement with an Anglian conservatory verandah and make your neighbours jealous of you enjoying the summer months, without the worry of the weather!

Ocean Designs Conservatory Furniture

2011-04-11T15:41:00.002+01:00

If you like modern, well designed conservatory furniture then you will love what Ocean Designs has to offer. Ocean Designs conservatory furniture offers you the best in rattan conservatory furniture and at present they offer free scatter cushions when you buy a sofa and chair from them. If you are looking for modern conservatory furniture with a traditional feel then the Tyler range is an ideal choice. Woven from durable, double twist banana leaf the Tyler range of furniture has high backs for added comfort.

For a really contemporary look the Dune range of conservatory furniture is made from woven, multi tonal slate coloured rattan with buff coloured base cushions. If you buy the sofa and chair then choose some free terra cotta coloured scatter cushions to give your conservatory furniture a warmer feel. The Dune range also consists of a coffee table, lamp table and wing backed chair. The Copacabana suite is an elegant and natural looking suite of conservatory furniture, available as a two or three seater or corner suite, also available in this range is a chest and a coffee table.

The Luzon suite is a compact set of rattan conservatory furniture that is designed to maximise space. The unusual weave is available in a walnut finish or a natural wash and there is a range of fabric colours to choose from. The Luzon suite consists of a two seater sofa and chair with high backs for extra comfort and a matching coffee table and lamp table. If you are looking for a great addition to any conservatory then the Ocean Designs’ Coast tub chair is made to compliment all of Ocean’s ranges and provide an additional comfy seat wherever it is needed.

The Sea Breeze range of furniture is designed to be as fashionable as it is versatile, you can choose either individual pieces or corner settings, depending on the layout of your conservatory. The Sea Breeze corner unit is available in either cocoa coloured rattan or natural banana leaf. In their offer of scatter cushions to brighten your conservatory furniture Ocean Designs are giving away three cushions for a three seater sofa, one free scatter cushion with any armchair and two scatter cushions with a two seater sofa.

Garden Rooms

2011-03-26T09:30:00.002Z

A garden room is the perfect answer to getting extra space without all the hassle and expense of moving house. Whether you need a private space to get away from it all or you need a home office or studio, garden rooms are designed to fulfil all sorts of purposes. There are many different shapes and sizes of garden room to choose from so you should be able to find something that will suit your particular needs.

You may have been led to believe that garden rooms are just another name for sheds with windows but you would be mistaken. Modern garden rooms can be properly insulated and you can have all the services that you might have in a room inside your home, including running water, heat, light, and telephone as well as an internet connection. Your garden room could turn out to be the perfect office for your needs whether you intend to run a business or whether you just need to work from home for part of the week. Your home office in the garden will give you the privacy and quiet that is needed for working at home to be a viable option.

Choose a specialist company that offers a great combination of wood and glass for your office. Take a look online and you are sure to find the exact type of garden room that you are looking for. Whether you want an octagonal, a square or a long office you will be surprised at the many different types of garden room around today. Garden rooms are sturdy enough to hold all the shelving and storage space you need in your office along with your desk, chair and computer. Garden rooms are well constructed and you can be warm in winter and yet enjoy the extra light and sunshine during the warmer months. If you need a home office then take some time to consider whether one of the modern garden rooms will suit your needs. We offer a wide range of premium quality conservatory furniture which is perfect for any garden room.

Choosing Your Conservatory

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If you are thinking of having a conservatory in your garden then the first thing you should do is contact your local council to see whether you will need planning permission. Not all conservatory erections require planning permission but the rules do vary from one area to another so it’s best to check them out first.

Nowadays most conservatories are constructed from the same type of material as your windows, UPVC because it is a good insulator and lasts for years. If you have planning permission then you can set about choosing your conservatory. As with any major purchase you should take your time when choosing a conservatory, don’t buy from the first company you contact but get yourself a number of quotations. Glazing companies vary considerably in the prices they charge for constructing a conservatory so make sure that you shop around before you buy.

You will be surprised to find that there are many different types of conservatories on the market these days. A conservatory will always add value to your home because it is often used as an extra room, either for relaxing or for dining. When you have a conservatory built onto your house it can add several thousand pounds to the value of the property. The style of conservatory that you choose will depend on three things:

• How much you have to spend
• How large your garden is
• The type of house you live in

If you have a Victorian or Edwardian property then why not think about a conservatory in the Victorian style. The grand styling and domed roof that is typical of the Victorian conservatory will add extra value to your home and be a great place for entertaining family and friends. If you live in a modern home with a small garden then you may want to consider a sun room style this would make the best use of light and is smaller than many other styles of conservatory so would fit well into a limited space.

Decorating Your Conservatory

2011-03-14T16:06:00.008Z

A conservatory is a great addition to any home because it means that you can enjoy the beauty of your garden come rain or shine. If you are thinking of decorating your conservatory then you need to decide the purpose of this extra room. Some people turn their conservatory into a dining room while others want a year round garden room where they can relax with a drink or a book. Rustic oak furniture is perfect for converting your conservatory into a dining room while adding that traditional style. Your décor may depend to some extent on whether you intend the conservatory to be a personal refuge or somewhere for the whole family to relax together.

If you decide that you want to keep your conservatory as a garden room then you may want to consider keeping the colour scheme fairly neutral. Duck egg blue and fresh shades of green are ideal choices for a garden room as they reflect what is on the outside. Garden hued décor looks even better when you add the rugged texture of rattan conservatory furniture. No matter what colour scheme you choose stick to two or three main colours. If you have striped or floral cushions then try to ensure that the walls and paintwork echo the main colour in the soft furnishings.

Neutral coloured rattan conservatory furniture can take coloured cushions and you can either have matching curtains or blinds that blend in with the walls and paintwork. Most rattan conservatory furniture can be purchased as sets or as individual items. A complete set of rattan furniture will include a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table and a side table. How many pieces of furniture you buy when you are decorating will depend on the size of your conservatory. Decorating your conservatory may take time but you will appreciate the changes once the job is completed and you can relax in comfort in your new garden room.

Conservatory Furniture - New Ranges for 2011

2011-02-22T10:05:00.010Z

Now is the time to update your conservatory with products from the new 2011 lines from quality manufacturers MGM and Ocean. You can have a stylish and comfortable conservatory to relax in with the right conservatory furniture. The stunning new ranges from MGM offer you top quality furniture that is crafted from the finest, natural rattan and will last you for years. Now is the best time to buy because MGM have some fantastic offers on their stylish and durable Chester suite.

MGM Chester Suite

At the end of a hard day there is nothing better than being able to relax with a drink and sit back on comfortable cushions to enjoy what your conservatory has to offer. The Chester two seater sofa and armchair have comfy, Bronson cushions that will add a touch of luxury to any conservatory. The Chester suite is comprised of a sofa, chair, coffee table, side table and footstool, so you can put your feet up while you enjoy your drink. The contemporary lines and natural beauty of the Chester suite make it the perfect finishing touch for any conservatory. If you purchase the suite now you will get ten percent of the recommended manufacturers retail price and either the coffee table, side table or footstool free.

Ocean Luzon Suite

You will love Ocean’s new spring line for 2011, the Luzon suite, designed to add that extra touch of luxury to any conservatory. Ideal for the smaller conservatory the stylish, yet compact design of the Luzon is designed to maximise the use of your space. The emphasis is on quality and durability and the Luzon sofa and chair have high backs for extra comfort Crafted from an attractive woven rattan in natural wash and walnut, the Luzon is built to last. The suite consists of a two seater sofa and armchair with thick cushions along with a coffee table and side table When you purchase the complete suite Ocean are offering free delivery to all UK mainland destinations, what are you waiting for?