Choosing an Orangery or Conservatory?
Most of the orangeries that you see when out and about are very faithful to the homes where they’re fitted and wonderfully co-ordinated with them. Any orangery bought from a Premium Retailer will be exactly the same and contain more brickwork over glass to give you a private space that’s fit for continuous use.
When we say you can do anything with orangeries, we really mean it. You will also be who determines whether you have a traditional or modern orangery.
Traditional Orangery or Modern Orangery?
A Premium Retailer will want to ensure you’re a happy customer and will talk you through the different benefits of traditional and modern orangeries. A modern design will have the solid brick structure of a traditional orangery and look practically identical to one on the inside.
But, what it won’t have is the flat perimeter around the roof like you get in a traditional orangery. Your traditional orangery is a stunning space and superb value for money for what you get.
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The intelligent glazing in a modern glass roof will brilliantly regulate the internal temperature. You won’t notice the changing of the seasons when enjoying the space as the temperature will always feel consistently manageable.
A key question
What do you consider more important – that the orangery matches your home’s look or improves your garden space? Deliberate this with a Premium Retailer to find the answer.
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Orangery features
How do you envisage using the space? Will it be a kitchen extension where you both cook and socialise in a single space or do you see it more as being a space for relaxed family gatherings?
The hotspots opposite will give you background information into the main elements of a classic orangery design.
Brick Pillars
Incorporating brick pillars alongside large windows and feature doors to create a perfectly coordinated addition to your existing home.
Security
We offer a full range of high-security locking systems and accessories to ensure that your home will be protected from the threat of break-ins.
Glass
High performance, solar control glass offers excellent energy efficiency. With an ultra-clear outer pane, and a super soft coat inner pane as standard.
Orangery roof options
Conservatory Outlet’s orangery range can include one of four roofing solutions. You’ve got traditional tiles, shingle tiles, a classic lantern roof with performance glazing or a flat roof including skylights – in other words, all your roofing needs are covered.
Glass Roof Orangeries
Just imagine the star gazing you could do in a glass roof orangery whilst being treated to a wonderfully cosy ambience as you look up above. Solar control glazing has come on leaps and bounds and now includes coatings and tints that prevent the escape of essential heat and capture lots of it from the sun. To restrict heat loss further, agree to the addition of an insulated pelmet.
You won’t feel the elements getting into the orangery as our glass roof orangeries have in-built weather proofing technology. Minimise roof maintenance with the specifying of self-cleaning or easy-clean glazing.
Tiled Roof Orangeries
Orangery usage should be a daily occurrence and the structural architecture of the extension needs to seamlessly blend into your house. An orangery purchased through a Premium Retailer will expertly match the property and reward you with outstanding durability and thermal efficiency. Choose between a traditional tile, slate, or shingle roof, staying mindful of it complementing your current roof. Have Velux windows or expansive glass panels fashioned into the roof to garner extra natural light.
A cosy internal feel is assured due to the first-class thermal performance of our tiled roofing system, which will fight off the elements without fail. In juxtaposition to a glass roof, our tiled roof contains solid roof tiles, notorious for their resistance and solidity.
Solid Roof Orangeries
There’s capacity to have glass panels of some shape fitted into a section of the solid roof – then you can achieve maximum light in the orangery, an impossibility with many alternate orangery roof solutions. A solid roof will be so transformative and have a resounding impact on the orangery interior.
If you think solid roofs look impressive externally, you should view them from the inside! Then you’ll get sight of the spectacular vaulted ceiling, including an internal pelmet all around the perimeter where you can have lights or speakers fitted. Lights can also be inserted or hung at the solid roof’s ridge, an option you wouldn’t have with a vaulted or suspender ceiling.
Lantern Roof Orangeries
Your orangery will be truly one of a kind locally when it has a lantern roof, elevating the stature of the structure so that people cannot miss it. Through lantern roof designs you get light penetrating from all angles, a genuine flood of it, bringing life and vitality to the orangery space. Our lantern roofs offer ultra-slim glazing bars and will capture the imagination of everyone who observes your lantern roof design.
Tailor the lantern roof with the capable insight of a design advisor at a Premium Retailer, stipulating preferences in glass, frame, colour etc. Thermally efficient solar control glazing comes as standard with every orangery sold.
Contemporary Flat Roof with Skylights
For a palpable feel of the sky in an orangery, we champion the incorporation of a contemporary flat roof, filling it full of comfort and luminance. The skylights in the roof have the most beautifully crisp lines and you’re sure to find yourself engrossed in them from outside and inside. Any flat roof orangery can assimilate a skylight, a wonderful light source with consummate symmetry.
Let us stress that our flat roof also embodies weather proofing technology to prevent climate control issues or harm to the product. Roof maintenance will be practically non-existent if you include self-cleaning or easy-clean glazing.
Orangery window options
The depth of choice we have could prove intimidating, but don’t let it be as a Premium Retailer will endeavour to provide every assistance. Get familiar with the window materials and finishes across our window collections – Extreme, Envisage, and Eclipse – and utilise whichever of them will result in an orangery that you cannot get enough of.
UPVC windows crafted to the extreme...
Conservatory Outlet is the market leader in UPVC windows, a collection that we’ve fittingly called the ‘Extreme’ range. These designs attain extreme standards of security, thermal performance, and noise insulation, just what you need to be assured of inside an orangery location. UPVC is an unfailingly reliable material, which is how its popularity remains strong after so many years.
Feel relaxed in a Conservatory Outlet orangery’s comfortable confine, safe in the knowledge that Extreme windows offer superior protection, three times more protection than traditional windows in fact thanks to the incorporating of 9 visible locking points and 2 high compression hinge bolts.
Colour possibilities for orangeries are positively endless...
When first rolled out in the UK, UPVC only came in a very limited choice of colours, but giant strides have been made since and white is just one of several options on the table for UPVC-built orangeries. Sitting alongside white in our standard palette is Whitegrain, Cream, and Chartwell Green, and there’s our contemporary effects to consider, such as Grey, Black, and Irish Oak.
Our next generation flush collection...
Original glazed timber windows were the inspiration behind and template we copied for our supreme suite of flush casement windows, which retain the simplistic lines that characterised flush designs of old. Historical guidelines were scrupulously followed by our craftspeople, so you’ll also see that Envisage doesn’t have opening lights protruding from the window frame for consistency. But it is an adaptable style and succeeds in offering a first-class level of insulation and security.
Envisage is most typically specified for heritage, rustic, and minimalist homes, but certainly not limited to them, highlighting its wide-ranging flexibility.
Faithful finishes for a genuinely authentic solution...
However you’ve pictured your new orangery looking, we have a broad enough colour palette to bring that vision to life. Things like the roof style and frame selection must be considered when it comes to colour, but it will still leave you with a generous choice of woodgrains and shades to select from.
No other aluminium window collection Eclipses this...
These UK-made and aluminium crafted solutions (we call them ‘Eclipse’) have unmatched beauty and strength and are a worthy addition to any orangery creation. Being built in Britain they have the resilience to combat the elements, as they need to for them to promote warmth internally inside orangeries. The minimalist frames create an extended opening for the glass, flooding orangery interiors with ample sunlight, all whilst delivering abundant security and thermal insulation.
Powder-coating the aluminium finishes is the magic formula...
Customers are always curious to find out the process we take to create our aluminium finishes because of how vivid they are and it’s a full 11-stage procedure which involves them being carefully powder-coated onto the frames. Our woodgrains are hatched rather contrastingly and see the employment of the sublimation method – they’re offered in Rosewood, Oak, and Walnut and could easily be confused for genuine timber finishes.
Handles engineered with care...
The craftspeople who fashion our traditional and contemporary-styled handles are absolute masters at the artform and it comes across in their detailed quality. There’s such finesse involved, and they’re heavily laboured over.
Orangery door options
Our recommendation to all customers in the market for a feature door to include in their new orangery is to select a solution based on how the space will be utilised. A French door’s trademark double opening could be just the thing or experiencing a bi-folding door may win you over.
Orangery French Doors
Few other countries in the world have a climate quite like ours where you have no idea what it will do from one day to the next. Embrace any pleasant weather in your orangery by opening the space with a functional French door. Keep it to a single door opening for adequate accessibility to and from the garden or harness the complete opening to profit from maximum ventilation.
French doors are suitable for internal use, not just external applications, for instance if you want a separating door between the orangery and the room next to it.
Orangery Patio Doors
Gaining added space is the usual incentive for extending with an orangery and the incorporating of a patio door within the extension won’t take away any of its floor area as it works with a sliding motion and has no inward or outward opening sashes. Therefore, furniture can be placed close to a patio door without it affecting its operation.
Until you experience our patio door opening, you won’t quite appreciate just how simple it is to execute, seemingly gliding along the stainless-steel runners as you hold the handle and gently push or pull it open or closed. Superb light gain will be attained through the generously large, glazed panels and the glass has excellent thermal properties to keep you warm./doors/patio-doors/
Orangery Bi-Fold Doors
Bi-folding doors are at the peak of contemporary fashion in the replacement door world and offer a highly intelligent opening method. Think of how they operate as akin to a concertina, folding neatly away as you manoeuvre them along, leaving behind a huge gap in the process.
Hardly any effort is needed to implement a bi-folding door’s unique opening and it has extreme weatherproofing and security to minimise upkeep and the threat of break-ins. Orangeries are so much better off for having a bi-folding door in their makeup.
Hardware for Orangery Doors
Don’t take the door handle for granted as it has a fundamental role in the usability of the opening. It’s furniture like the handle that also formulates the overall aesthetic of the door and orangery.
In true Conservatory Outlet style, the handles in our hardware suite are built with your security in mind. Someone at your Premium Retailer will happily guide you through their secure benefits.
- Self-locking features for enhanced burglar protection.
- Latchbolts are secured to stave off manipulation when the door is closed.
- Components confined to provide optimal comfort.
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Common orangery questions
Got questions about extending your home with an orangery? We’ve answered some of the most common questions we get asked about our orangery range below. If we haven’t answered your question here visit our FAQ section or contact your nearest Premium Retailer.
Why should you install an orangery?
There are many reasons why homeowners choose to get an orangery installed.
An orangery provides a significant extension to your living area. This additional space can serve various purposes, from a lounge area to a dining space or even a home office. It not only enhances your home’s functionality but also adds value to your property.
Orangeries feature large windows and transparent walls that allow an abundance of natural light to flood in. This design element not only brightens up your living space but also connects you with the outdoors, offering picturesque views of your garden. You can enjoy the beauty of nature and the changing seasons without stepping outside.
Being near nature has been shown to have a positive impact on well-being. Orangeries provide a tranquil environment where you can relax, unwind, and rejuvenate. The natural light and greenery create a soothing atmosphere that can boost your mood and reduce stress.
Many modern orangeries come equipped with energy-efficient features such as insulated glass and climate control systems. These features help maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the year, making your orangery usable even in extreme weather conditions. Additionally, they can contribute to energy savings by reducing heating and cooling costs.
Orangeries can be customised to meet your specific needs and preferences. Whether you dream of a cosy reading nook, a space for entertaining guests, or a sanctuary for your favourite plants and hobbies, an orangery can be designed to fulfil your vision.
Orangeries are known for their elegant and timeless aesthetics. They add a touch of sophistication and architectural beauty to your home, enhancing its overall appearance.
Which doors can you add to an orangery?
Your orangery won’t achieve its full potential without a complementary feature door.
Our feature doors not only add practicality to your orangery but also serve as distinctive style elements within the space. Choose from our array of trendy feature doors, expertly installed by our Premium Retailers across the UK.
Similarly, triple track doors feature sleek frames and a generous opening, inviting abundant natural light into your orangery.
Patio doors, available in sliding or hinged designs, bring timeless charm and versatile access to the picturesque surroundings of your orangery.
For a lasting touch of sophistication, French doors create an inviting entrance, bathing your space in an abundance of natural light.
Whether your goal is to maximise space, infuse classic style, or accentuate natural light, we are confident in offering the ideal door solution to perfectly complement the distinctive character of your orangery and your personal style.
When you plan the design of your orangery, your local Premium Retailer stands ready to provide guidance on selecting the best style of feature door to suit your needs.
What materials are used to build an orangery extension?
You can trust in our carefully chosen durable materials.
Our orangeries are made from brickwork, glass and with either UPVC or aluminium frames. Both UPVC and aluminium have been selected for their durability, visual appeal, and strength.
UPVC and aluminium are both good insulators, which will help to keep your orangery warm in the winter and cool in the summer. They are also low-maintenance materials that will not require much upkeep.
Furthermore, our UPVC and aluminium frames are available in a variety of different colours and styles to match your existing home.
How do I choose the right size for my orangery extension?
There are several factors to consider when deciding on the size of your orangery.
The right size will depend on several factors, such as how you intend to use the space and how much garden space you have or want to give up for the extension. The advisors at our Premium Retailers can discuss this with you and inform you of the price difference in the different sizes. Each Conservatory Outlet orangery extension is custom-built to your requested measurements.
If you are wanting a space to read, relax and bask in natural light, a large orangery extension might not be necessary. However, if you are hoping to create a space to entertain, dine and socialise in, you may consider a larger orangery.
Other factors to consider when choosing the right size orangery is the number of people in your family, the type of furniture you plan to use in the orangery, the amount of storage space you need, and of course, your budget.
Once you have considered all these factors, you can start to narrow down your options and choose the right size orangery for your needs.
How do I make sure my orangery extension is energy-efficient?
Don’t worry – our orangeries are designed to be incredibly energy efficient.
Making sure your orangery extension is energy-efficient is not only environmentally friendly but can also save you money on energy bills in the long run. There are some steps you can take to ensure energy efficiency in your orangery extension.
Insulation is key to keeping your orangery extension energy efficient. Conservatory Outlet’s orangeries feature walls, roof, and floor that are well insulated to prevent heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. High-quality insulation materials, such as double-glazed windows and well-insulated walls, can make a significant difference.
It’s important to invest in energy-efficient windows and doors that are designed to minimise heat transfer. Our double and triple-glazed windows have low-emissivity coatings and argon gas between the panes which provides excellent insulation that will help to regulate indoor temperatures.
Choose energy-efficient heating and cooling systems for your orangery. Options like underfloor heating can provide comfortable temperatures while minimising energy consumption. Install a smart thermostat to control your heating and cooling system efficiently. It can learn your preferences and adjust temperatures accordingly, optimising energy use.
Ensure proper ventilation to maintain air quality and temperature control. Consider incorporating natural ventilation options like roof vents or windows to keep the space cool. We also recommend you install blinds to control the amount of sunlight entering your orangery during hot summer months to prevent overheating.
If you plan to include appliances like a refrigerator or oven in your orangery, choose energy-efficient models that have high Energy Star ratings. Use energy-efficient LED lighting fixtures to reduce electricity consumption and consider installing sensors or timers to automatically control lighting when the orangery is not in use.
What kind of heating and cooling do I need for my orangery?
Your Premium Retailer can offer you advice on controlling your orangery’s temperature.
We recommend you choose energy-efficient heating and cooling systems for your orangery as this will be more cost-effective and sustainable. Ensuring your orangery is a comfortable temperature will ensure you never miss a day in your orangery!
If you have central heating in your home already, you can extend this to your orangery. There are now many different styles of radiators, so you’ll be able to find the right fit even if you have low walls due to a high proportion of glazing.
Other conservatory owners choose to use electric heaters, including electric radiators, electric fan heaters and gas plug in radiators, which will all ensure the orangery is only heated when needed.
Alternatively, options like underfloor heating or a heat pump can provide comfortable temperatures while minimising energy consumption.
How do I maintain my orangery?
Prolong the life of your orangery by following our simple maintenance tips.
Orangeries do not require lengthy or complicated maintenance, but there are a few things you can do that will help it look and perform as good as new.
Gutter Maintenance
To prevent any blockages from occurring, we recommend regularly clearing debris from gutters and downpipes, with special attention given to rear box gutters. This is especially important to check in the autumn months, as overflows and leaks can be caused by debris.
Snow
After it has snowed, it’s important to quickly remove snow from the orangery roof to prevent ice buildup and pressure on gutters.
Ventilation
To maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and minimise condensation, ensure proper ventilation in your orangery. Whenever possible, keep windows, doors, and trickle vents open. If your orangery has a roof vent, use it to control the room’s temperature. During hot weather, prioritise adequate ventilation while considering security when deciding how much to open the vents.
Heating
Prevent condensation by slightly increasing the heating in areas susceptible to it. Keep a moderate level of warmth in the orangery during cold spells, positioning heating appliances beneath windows to maintain the internal pane temperature of double glazing.
General Maintenance
To ensure effective rainwater drainage, clear leaves, and debris from the outside flashing. Clean the glass using warm, soapy water or a glass cleaner along with a non-abrasive cloth. After cleaning, be sure to thoroughly dry the surfaces. Dust the inside frame surfaces every six months or as needed. When dealing with self-cleaning glass, avoid abrasive materials to preserve the effectiveness of the coating.
How much value will an orangery add to your home?
Boost your property’s value with a well-built orangery installed by one of our Premium Retailers.
The value of your investment will depend on several factors, such as having a design that complements your existing structure. Your local Premium Retailer has the experience and skill to ensure this is the case.
A high-quality conservatory will extend your living space but also provide you with so many options for its function, transforming it into a light-filled dining space, comfortable lounge or even a fit-for-purpose home office. This purpose-built space can be a huge pull for buyers if you choose to sell.
Additionally, letting in lots of natural light and using energy-saving features can make your orangery more appealing and comfortable. The increase in its value depends on where your property is and what’s popular in the market.
What are the latest trends in orangeries?
As orangery experts, we always keep up to date with trends in design.
The latest trends in orangeries prioritise maximising natural light, energy efficiency, versatility, and a seamless blend with the natural environment. These trends reflect a shift towards creating more functional, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance the overall living experience.
Orangeries continue to focus on harnessing natural light. Large, strategically placed windows, glass roofs, and even bi-fold doors are used to flood the space with sunlight. These designs create a bright and airy ambiance, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Incorporating energy-efficient features like insulated glazing, thermal breaks, and high-quality seals has become a prominent trend. This not only reduces energy consumption but also enhances comfort throughout the year.
Orangeries are no longer limited to housing plants. They are evolving into multi-functional spaces, serving as extensions of living areas, dining rooms, home offices, or even gym spaces. This versatility makes them more practical for daily living.
Modern orangeries often feature clean lines and a minimalist design aesthetic. Simplicity in architectural elements, colour schemes, and furnishings can create a sleek and contemporary look.
Blending the orangery seamlessly with the surrounding landscape is a growing trend. Incorporating elements like indoor plant walls and natural coloured flooring and finishes can create a harmonious connection with nature.
Incorporating elements of biophilic design, such as green roofs, living walls, or natural-coloured materials, is gaining traction. These features enhance the connection to nature and promote well-being.
With advanced heating and cooling systems, orangeries are being designed for year-round use. This means they can be enjoyed in both summer and winter, expanding their functionality.
Tailoring orangeries to individual preferences and architectural styles is still a strong trend. Homeowners are keen on creating unique, personalised spaces that suit their needs and tastes.
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What happens next?
For a Premium Retailer to craft and construct an orangery that comprehensively fulfils your wishes, they need to meet with you for an informal discussion. In what form this appointment takes is up to you. Hold it in a showroom, in your home, or request a call via video link.
Showroom Visits
Get to know your local Premium Retailer and their orangery creations on a physical visit to a showroom. You’re going to be enraptured by the product displays they have and find yourself feeling very comfortable sitting inside each traditional and contemporary orangery that’s been lovingly built and furnished inside.
Home Visit
Save the cost and effort of commuting to a showroom and ask a Premium Retailer to turn up at your home and present the possibilities. They will do so using world-class 3D software, technology that lets you visualise the full interior and exterior of an orangery in unthinkable fashion. Expect it to last for one hour.
Online Video Chat
Take a seat at the kitchen table in front of your laptop and engage in an online conversation with a design expert about luxury orangeries. On the remote call, everything will be covered, including insight into potential colours, hardware, glazing, roofing, window, and door options etc. Just ask if you want to be given a costing before it ends.
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