In past times conservatories were specially utilised as a place to grow exotic plants, flowers or fruits brought back from overseas nations. Hardwood conservatories especially date back to the Eighteenth and 19th centuries where fruits like grapes or oranges were stored as well as grown. The most elaborate hardwood conservatories were warmed up by wood or coal heated air through under floor ducts.
However in this modern era, people are less likely to use hardwood conservatories for storage or cultivation of plant life or fruits (green-houses are more commonly used nowadays for this purpose.) Hardwood conservatories today are more commonly used as an extension to one’s home, where individuals can either host parties or sit down and relax. At times wrongly described as sunrooms (constructed from either aluminium or PVC), hardwood conservatories are in fact of higher quality and with more intricate detailing.
Hardwood conservatories vs. UPVC conservatories
From an aesthetic point of view, hardwood conservatories are a more traditional and attractive substitute for plastic UPVC conservatories. Aside from aesthetic reasons, hardwood conservatories are also more durable and longer lasting than standard plastic conservatories.
Materials
There’s various sorts of hardwood utilized to produce conservatories, like teak, jatoba, mahogany, western red cedar or sapele. Teak is often a preferred choice because it is naturally resistant against weathering, yet can be out of some consumers’ price range. If another kind of hardwood is picked to create the conservatory, it is necessary for it to be stained or covered with vinyl to prevent weathering. Hardwood conservatories constructed from materials other than teak however have a similar level of durability.
Designs
When thinking about any extension or addition to your home, it’s important to put a lot of time and thought into it. One of the crucial things to think about is the conservatory’s style.
There is a range of hardwood conservatories to choose from, starting from a more classic as well as traditional looking conservatory, to one that’s more modern and up-to-date. A client could also combine both classic and modern elements for their conservatory. For instance, you could select a traditional look put together with modern day enhancements - double glazing for warmth and comfort, along with a contemporary paint finish, making a conservatory that’s almost maintenance free.
Advantages
1. Increased living space
Just like any type of conservatory, hardwood conservatories increase living space and can be an attractive extension to your property.
2. Material
Evidently, hardwood conservatories are made from timber, a natural and energy efficient material. Using wood is also eco-friendly, since less energy is used to make hardwood conservatories than UPVC conservatories. In the building of hardwood conservatories, older trees are utilized and new ones replanted, and so lowering the level of CO2 in the environment.
How and where to purchase hardwood conservatories
When picking a company which offers hardwood conservatories, it is important to select one you feel comfortable with. They must have sufficient experience as well as expertise in the sector, and should show interest in questions or concerns you may have.
It’s equally important to know exactly what the company will do for you. Find out how the company builds hardwood conservatories, and make sure you know everything about the project they will be carrying out.
Price of hardwood conservatories
Hardwood conservatories come at a range of prices, so make sure that you get an estimate before any building work takes place to avoid any surprising fees or costs. It is also worth finding out if there is any work you can do pre or post production to save both time and money.
Decorating hardwood conservatories
Once your conservatory has been built in a style and at a budget that suits you, you can start plans of how you will decorate it. There are many different companies that specialise in furniture for hardwood conservatories, so you won’t be short of choice.