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Planet South Lakes join the Conservatory Outlet Network of home improvement companies
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>Planet South Lakes is the latest Conservatory, Window & Door company to join our increasing network of Conservatory Outlet Dealers. With showrooms throughtout Cumbria, Lancashire, Yorkshire and Wales, Conservatory Outlet is fast becoming one of the largest and most recommended home improvement companies in the UK, offering customers the latest energy efficient products backed by some of the best installation and fitting teams around.
Planet South Lakes pride themselves on the professionally installed conservatories, orangeries, windows and doors in PVC. With experts on hand to offer advice, Planet South Lakes can find the perfect style and size of conservatory to suit your home and budget.
Planet have hundreds of different styles and colours of conservatories including the ever popular ‘P-Shape conservatory’ and the slightly more subtle Lean-To. As well as giving advice, Planet South Lakes are…
One of the simplest ways of making your home bigger and giving it that classy look is to install a conservatory
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>The sole purpose of a conservatory is to enjoy the surrounding landscape within your home whilst being sheltered from unpleasant weather conditions. As conservatories are mostly made from glass it is important that they last for a long time which means they withstand external conditions such as severe weather. They should also insulate your home and provide security and comfort. For these purposes it is beneficial for your conservatory to be made from double glazing.
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Double glazing was filed for a US patent in October 1989 by inventors Dariush Arasteh, John Hartmann and Stephen Selkowitz and the patent was issued just over two years later in November 1991. Double glazing works by spacing two or more sheets of glass apart and then hermetically sealing them to form a single glass unit with air between each…
PVC Windows from Planet South Lakes
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>Home improvements are an easy way to increase the value of your home. Many people will increase the value of a home purely through redecoration, however another option that can add value to your home is PVC Windows. They can improve the overall look of your home, whilst also providing effective insulation and heat retention. There are a wide range of PVC Windows currently on the market, something to suit your needs. With such a great range, you can effectively chose a style that complements you home and is in keeping with the current features. Some of the popular styles of PVC windows are casement windows, sliders, double hung windows, bay windows, bow windows, garden windows, and skylights.
Each style of window ranges in its design and structure. For instance, casement windows normally consist of one or two panes and are hinged on one side. They are opened by…
Open your French Door with pride
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>At Planet South Lakes we have a team of architects, interior designers and technical staff who are devoted to creating and developing a project with the customers, from start to finish. They blend different materials to come out with unique and sophisticated designs based on the customers requirements.
There are a wide range of French doors available in the market, such as patio doors, sliding doors, wooden doors, PVC doors and others. These doors have high safety hooks, the locking system has anti pick device and the frame is steel reinforced for added security. These doors have slide stainless steel track and rollers which makes it opening and closing easier. They are attractive and very stylish. In these doors hinges are used which ensure weight circulation, and hinge protectors are also used to avoid break ins. These doors meet every kind of need; be it aesthetically…
New Opportunity for experienced PVC Window Fitters
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>Planet South Lakes is the leading manufacturer and installer of conservatories, windows and doors throughout Cumbria and parts of Lancashire. Exceptional growth during 2008 has created new opportunities from our Kendal Showroom for an experienced PVC window fitter.
Will suit enthusiastic individual with a strong customer care focus and ability to maintain the highest quality standards. Current driving license essential.
• Can you meet our high standards?
• Looking for a new challenge?
• Want to work for the best home improvement company in Cumbria?
For more information telephone 01539 738989
Let Planet South Lakes PVC Doors speak on your behalf
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>PVC Doors are becoming increasingly the best option when replacing your front or back door. They are both aesthetically pleasing from the exterior and interior, providing quality finish that won’t fade in the weather. PVC doors have high resistance to warping, cracking and shrinking. The skin used in these doors is boiling water resistance and has been tested for espousers to humidity, severe hot and cold conditions. These doors are strong durable and weather friendly offering superior quality and better insulation in comparison to wooden doors.
With a variety of styles and colours, you can be sure to find a door that suits your home from Planet South Lakes extensive range.
The look of the door is important, but the security and structure is also crucial. The PVC doors hinges used ensure weight circulation and hinge protectors are also used to prevent burglary.
Planet Rockdoors are the best option…
Planet South Lakes Launch their New Double Glazing and Conservatory Blog
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>Leading double glazing and conservatory installer Planet South Lakes are pleased to announce the launch of their double glazing and conservatory blog. The blog is intended to be used by both customers and staff at Planet South Lakes, where for example, changes in planning applications for conservatories can be highlighted and discussed.
A Spokesperson from Planets commented on the new blog:
“We intended to start the blog in order to relay information regarding the double glazing & conservatory industry to the general public. The blog also gives us the opportunity to post the testimonials from our many happy customers.”
On October the 1st 2008, the government introduced new planning rules for conservatories and other home extensions, which are detailed in our conservatory blog. These new rules mean that extensions of up to two storeys can be built without planning permission as long as they extend no more than…
Keeping Up Appearances with Planet South Lakes
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>Leading glazed window and door supplier Planet south Lakes are pleased to announce their new composite door. In appearance the new composite double glazed door is almost identical to the Georgian & Victorian front doors which adorn many houses in the North West areas which includes Lancaster, Morecambe, Kendal and Barrow in Furness.
Being visually identical to many traditional front door styles, the new composite door is perfect for listed buildings or buildings which fall within a conservation area, as such dwellings are subject to more rigorous planning rules. The composite double glazed front door gives you the warmth and security that modern double glazed doors are famed for without compromising the traditional look and feel of your home.
Available in a range of colours and finishes including the ever popular white & natural oak along with solid red, green, blue and black finishes which are pre-pigmented making…
New website re-launched with a vibrant new look!
Author: Steven | Leave a Comment >>October 2008 sees the launch of the new Planet South Lakes website which has been redesigned and rebranded in collaboration with Preston based digital web design & branding agency Motionlab Marketing.
The website has been re-launched with a vibrant new look, new content, significant product updates and features. Our goals in redesigning the web site were to effectively communicate the quality of service and products available, and make contacting Planet as convenient and stress free as possible for our customers, we truly believe that we succeeded on both fronts.
Talking about the website, Richard Hodgson, Managing Director at Planet South Lakes, commented: ‘We are delighted with the new website. The new design implements a fresh layout, with colors that are both appealing to the eye and easy-to-read, as well as simplified navigation allowing our customer easy access to any product or service they are interested in’.…
Conservatory Outlet - A Quality Network
Conservatory Outlet is an established UK-wide network of home improvement companies, specialising in the installation of superior quality double glazing windows, replacement doors, conservatories and bespoke orangeries.
As ambassadors of the Conservatory Outlet brand, Planet South Lakes has demonstrated an unrivalled commitment to quality, innovation and customer satisfaction. In return Conservatory Outlet provides Planet South Lakes with the most revolutionary and sought after home improvement products currently available throughout Cumbria, which are produced to the highest industry standards.
Throughout the UK, our logo is a trusted hallmark which guarantees your total satisfaction and peace of mind when you choose Conservatory Outlet for your home improvement.