uPVC conservatories are suitable for any home, be it a contemporary new build or something more traditional. With it requiring very little maintenance given its incredible durability, together with a range of styles and options, it’s not surprising uPVC conservatories are the most popular type of conservatory in the UK. The exceptional quality of Everest’s uPVC material and choice of designs makes it both a stylish and practical way of fulfilling your dream.
At Everest, we give you the choice of 3 distinctive roof types for your new uPVC conservatory.
A very common option when designing a new conservatory is to choose a glass roof. Glass conservatory roofs consist of large glass panels that provide copious amounts of natural light into your home, even on an overcast day, compared to polycarbonate or tiled roofs. Everest conservatory glass roofs have superior solar control eco clean glass, which will help to keep your conservatory cooler in the summer and make it easier to keep clean.
Livin'roof combines solid and glazed roofing seamlessly for a stylish look and thermally efficient room. The Livinroof roofing system is constructed from insulated composite external panels and high-performance PU board insulation. These are strong and robust, and totally thermally efficient. Glazed panels can be inserted to replace almost any of the roofing panels to maximise light and produce a contemporary feel that is not easily achievable with other types of roofing systems.
Our tiled roof extensions are specially engineered to maximise the amount of glass, but still have the strength and stability built in to support a tiled roof. The sturdy insulated roof panels give superior thermal performance and comply with all current building regulations. With the added option of full height glass panels in the roof, you can let in natural light where required, creating the best of all possible worlds.
Your conservatory can be tailored to your requirements, with a choice of design, roof type, colour and more.
Cheltenham
Edwardian
Edwardian Hip-Back
Victorian 3 facet
Victorian 5 facet
York
York Hip-Back
Choose from our stunning frame colours, some available with white on the inside to complement your home décor. Plus if you opt for a tiled roof, you can choose from three different tile colours, to match your existing roof tiles.
White
White Woodgrain
Cream
Anthracite Grey
Sage Green
Dual Golden Oak
Rosewood/White
Dual Anthracite Grey
Anthracite Grey
Terra Brick
Harvest Brown
Carbon Grey
The window and door handles offer flawless operation, outstanding quality and are available in a choice of colours to match the style of your home.
Off Set
Monkey Tail*
Tear Drop*
Chrome
Pad Handle
Swan Neck**
Gold
Chrome
Black
White
Brushed Steel
* Not available in white finish
** Swan Neck Handles only available in Chrome and Gold
Choosing a new conservatory can be a daunting task, so to help you here are some popular FAQs which you might find useful.
Planning permission is not necessary for all conservatories. Adding a conservatory can be allowed under “permitted development” rules. That said, we always recommend you check whether full planning permission is required. Not only will this give you total peace of mind, but save you a great deal of money. Failure to check could be an expensive mistake should local authorities decide a conservatory was built illegally and it would need to then be removed.
Read more: Do I need planning permission...
An Orangery is defined as a brick structure with large windows a flat roof and a glass lantern. A conservatory is a glass structure with a brick base and a pitched roof comprising of over 75% glass.
Most conservatories are built as stand alone structures which are self supporting so adding or extending could impact the structural integrity of the current space. Every project will be different so we would advise you speak with a conservatory expert who can review your current conservatory and provide options. Building a new conservatory may make more sense in the long run both from a cost perspective and to ensure that the structure remains fit for purpose.
Existing conservatories are covered under standard home contents and buildings insurance, providing that it is built and classed as a permanent structure that has been constructed properly. The majority of insurance companies will treat a conservatory as part of the building itself. However, it is always worth checking with your home insurance provider.
