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We haven't seen the conservatory we want in the Window Wise literature. Does that mean we can't have it? |
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Since all our conservatories are made to order, you can have anything that is structurally sound and is physically achievable. To find inspiration from some more unusual conservatories, take a look at our Conservatory Gallery. |
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Can I use my conservatory all year round, will it be too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter? |
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Modern conservatories, with insulated bases and cavity walls, which feature EcoClear ® double-glazed units and a thermally efficient roof, can be used all year round. The thoughtful use of heating will also help. Comfort levels can be further enhanced with Pilkington Activ™, This is a revolutionary new type of glazing that is specially developed to keep conservatories warm in winter, by retaining heat, and cool in summer by excluding solar radiation, with the added bonus of being self-cleaning externally! |
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Do we need Planning Permission or Building Regulation Approvals? |
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Probably not. Planning Permission isn't usually required unless you're adding a conservatory to a house that has already been extended. You may also need to check the age of your home as developers of new build properties sometimes have restrictions placed upon them. Window Wise will help and guide you with all necessary permissions. |
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Do we need to install Insulating Double Glazing Units (IGU's) and if so, which ones? |
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On April 1st 2002, the Government introduced Part L, amending the Building Regulations for the first time, to require replacement windows and doors to meet tough new thermal performance standards. The current standard applies when replacing an existing window or when you change the doors between the house and the conservatory, but not when you keep the existing lockable french doors or patio doors between a house and conservatory. |
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Do you make conservatories to order? |
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Yes everyone of our conservatories is individually designed, 'tailor made' and can be personalised with a host of accessories and design features both inside and out to suit your own unique requirements. |
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How soon can we have our conservatory? |
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The average turnaround is six to ten working weeks from placing the order in writing (depending on the weather or if planning permission is required). Please note that if planning permission is determined to be necessary, then this process could well add eight to ten weeks to the overall time-scale. |
| Q: |
Our neighbours aren't friendly how can we protect our privacy? |
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The privacy of conservatories can be enhanced by the use of obscure glass, solid side panels, blinds or even a solid wall. (If the proportion of the side frame glass falls below 50%, Building Regulation Approval is required). |
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We've got an odd shaped space/an unusual wall/a sloping garden. Can we still have a conservatory? |
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There is almost always a solution to the problem, and the chances are our specialist conservatory designer will come up with several alternatives. |
