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We can sometimes get bored with our homes after a certain period of time and start to consider moving to a new property. Financial constraints may however prevent you from doing this and you may be restricted to having to stay put in your present residence. This need not be the end of the world as there is always a way of changing even the most traditional of home in some way. One of the most popular ways of thinking is to have some sort of extension built so that you have somewhere new to spend your time indoors.

The most common forms of extension are conservatories and orangeries as they tend to offer more than a brick built extension. uPVC conservatories are a great conductor of heat meaning that you can sit inside safe in the knowledge that you will have the necessary warmth that you need all year round. An orangery is made of a mixture of both uPVC and brick, so you will reap the benefits of both looks, meaning that you have the very best looking construction you could ever wish to have.

The living room does not always provide your home with enough excess light, but you can be sure that a conservatory or orangery would more than satisfy this. The glass used in both extensions tends to be energy rated and will utilise the light from outdoors and transfer it to the indoors. This means that you will have a glorious setting in which to enjoy views of the back garden and relax with your favourite book.

Even if you are planning to sell, by installing such extensions to your home you may find that it makes the property more saleable and sought after, enhancing the chances of you being able to move sooner rather than later.

If you have a growing family and only live in a small property, then you have two options available to you. You can either move to a bigger property but just think of all the hassle involved in this and you may be perfectly happy in your current home apart from the restricted space. The other option is to have some sort of extension built onto the back of your home, but a brick built extension can be extremely expensive and can take a great deal of time to install.

However, you can still have a partly brick built extension courtesy of orangeries in the North West. They vary from conservatories in the North West and conservatories in Lancashire as rather than being made up solely of a uPVC frame, they are made up of a combo of brickwork and glass. This means that they will blend in beautifully with a home and be more aesthetically pleasing than the traditional conservatory.

As a structure it will be extremely reliable and the chances of damage occurring is extremely unlikely. It will provide you with wonderful views of your garden, so that you can sit back and relax with your favourite drink and look on admiring it. It can also help add value onto your home as people are always looking for homes with a unique feature and they do not come much more unique and sought after than an orangery.

The amount of floor space that an orangery will offer you is vast, so you can use it for whichever purpose is most practical for your needs. If offers you something completely different to your living room, so much so that your living room may become redundant as you will find it hard to leave your orangery once you are in it.

In todays difficult housing market it has never been as important to make your home that little bit different as everybody elses. Buyers will no longer settle for the ordinary as they want to get their moneys worth and with house prices increasingly on the rise, second best is not good enough. So, if you think that your home needs to be updated in someone to make it more appealing, then you should think about getting an orangery.

Orangeries in the North West can be viewed as being a fancy conservatory, a conservatory with bells on. There are many similarities between a conservatory and orangery such as extended floor space, added warmth and security. But, how an orangery differs from conservatories in the North West is that it offers one of the best looking constructions you could ever wish to add to a home. It is predominantly made up of brick, rather than dominated by uPVC, so it looks like a more natural extension of your home than a conservatory does.

There are numerous different ways in which it can be used, a playroom, personal gym or dining area are all options, you just need to choose which best suits your needs. The options really are endless when it comes to how the orangery can be utilised by you and your family. Also, do not be surprised if investing in an orangery results in the valuation of your home going up, as many estate agents will rate your home more highly should they see that you have one installed.

Carnforth windows are also added in an orangery, meaning that you will benefit from all the advantages double glazing can bring you. Including energy efficiency and a flood of natural sunlight, both into the orangery and your home as a whole.

The North West is not always renowned for getting the best of weather, but when it does you need to make the most of it. There is so much lovely scenery in the region and some of you may be lucky enough to have a great backdrop at your home. If you do then you should take advantage of it, especially on those rare sunny days during the summer months. The ideal place from where you can admire any views at the back of your home is from the comfort of an orangery.

Orangeries in the North West are believed by many to be a new and growing type of construction, a kind of beefed up version of the traditional conservatory. But, orangeries have actually been around for years and were previously used more as an area for growing plants and flowers. Like conservatories in the North West, many people have woken up to the usefulness of the orangery and are increasingly having them installed in their homes as a way of extending the size of their property.

They are also made up of less glass than a conservatory, so if you are worried that it will get too hot in the summer, then think again as the double glazing that is put inside an orangery is energy efficient and will keep it cool when necessary. In the unlikely event that it does get too warm, then you could install some blinds onto the windows which will keep out the glare and heat of the sun. If you fancy keeping your feet warm during the winter, heated flooring can be put down.

If you are currently considering buying Carnforth windows, then you are also urged to look into an orangery as there is no finer way of extending your home.

One of the products which has helped Planet South Lakes build its reputation upon is the quality and craftsmanship of our conservatories. We have prided ourselves on building conservatories which can not only make a stunning difference at any home, but which can add thousands of pounds onto the value of a property. We want to capitalise further on that success by letting you know how the modern day equivalent of a conservatory, the orangery, can make your home a glorious place to live.

Conservatories in the North West and conservatories in Lancashire have always been able to add a touch of class to any home, but orangeries in the North West were the forerunner of the conservatory and considered to be a more extravagant proposition. Because our orangeries are predominantly made up of brickwork they appeal more to buyers as they can easily slot in at the back of home, while not spoiling the rest of the household.

Whereas in previous times orangeries were usually used as a greenhouse, you be mad nowadays not to take advantage of all the benefits it can offer you and your family. For a start, extra living space, added security, a flood of heat, great views of the garden, need we go on? We also dismiss the claim that orangeries are reserved for the rich. We are able to offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can enjoy them. A bold statement you may think, but with an offer of 30% off all our orangeries there has never been a better time to buy.

If we have managed to persuade you to part with your money, then you are in safe hands as we can offer you a ten year guarantee on all our products, we cannot say fairer than that. Call us free on 0800 612 2255.

Whenever we start to run out of room in our home we have to consider several options. We can move property but this could involve months of trying to sell your own property as well as having to sell your own and will also involve having to cough up the expensive fees of solicitors and removal firms. A brick built extension is a practical option, but they can sometimes look unsightly and planning permission may not be granted anyhow. The best and most elegant way of extending a home is through the installation of an orangery.

Orangeries in the North West are considered by many to be an upmarket version of the traditional conservatory, a more stylish and good looking counterpart. As opposed to conservatories in the North West and conservatories in Lancashire which are usually predominantly composed of uPVC, an orangery is mostly made up of brick, so therefore it is more likely to slot in with the look of your home more easily.

If you have set your heart on getting an orangery installed, make sure you thoroughly research the market as it is an expensive investment and you need to be certain that it will not look out of place. Pick up brochures and see what local dealers can offer you, obtain quotes from a variety of them and check up on each of their track records on the internet or by asking around the local community.

When you have the orangery installed have a good think about how you are going to use your new space and consider the type of furniture which you would like to hold within it. You are likely to be using it on a regular basis so make sure you feel comfortable within it and make it look as good as it possible can be.

A recent study has shown that in the current economic climate many people are choosing to undertake home improvement tasks themselves rather than employing a registered tradesman. The research has shown that more and more people are choosing to undertake major home improvement projects themselves in a bid to save money.

Major projects include the installation of uPVC conservatories, orangeries and double glazing. The survey found that many people have been doing their own building work and have not been following guidelines or legislation.

Although adding a conservatory, orangery or double glazing is a great way of improving your home whether it is to improve your properties energy efficiency or to give you extra living space. If the job is to be a success it needs to be done properly. Conservatory installers and window fitters train for many years in order to be accomplished in their work. Although they make it look easy it is often more difficult than many people realise.

Planet South Lakes specialise in the installation of uPVC conservatories, orangeries, double glazing and replacement windows and doors in Cumbria and the South Lakes area.  We have a great deal of experience and our dedicated craftsmen will install your new bespoke conservatory, orangery or double glazing to the highest standard.

Visit www.planetsouthlakes.com or call us on 0800 612 2255 to find out about our latest offers and deals.