What Is an Orangery and Why Should You Choose One For Your Home?

When considering an extension for your home, an orangery is a popular option. At Select Products, we sell a variety of orangeries for you. But what are they, why should you choose one? In this article, we will explore the benefits and help you make an informed decision.

One of the things that set an orangery apart from a conservatory is that it consists of extra brickwork. This helps it become a good insulator of sound because it blocks the outside noise out. If you live in a busy area or your neighbours are being too loud, this gives you more privacy. This offers you the chance to relax and unwind. Or, if you have a job that requires you to work from home, then you will be able to focus more.

As well as being a good insulator of sound, an orangery lets more light into your home. Natural light is a strong mood booster while giving you a relaxing feel. Orangeries support roof lanterns that bring floods of light and warmth in, saving money on your energy bills. Additionally, orangeries support glazed doors which connect your house to your garden. There are a variety of doors you can consider for your home, such as French doors and bifold doors. This will give the Leeds homeowner a variety of choices and customisation options.

An orangery provides plenty of versatile options to your home. This is because you can use it for a variety of spaces, such as an extra guest room or a kitchen and dining area. Furthermore, if you have a growing family, an orangery is perfect because it can be used as a games room or a cinema room. Your orangery adds an extra layer of atmosphere to your property, so how you create your space is completely up to you.

As we mentioned before, your orangery will bring your home and garden together. If you have a patio, use the same flooring to make a smooth and continuous connection. The added double glazing will help give slim sightlines, making you able to enjoy the views of your garden more. It ensures you can enjoy it whatever the weather.

Another big advantage of an orangery is that you don’t need planning permission to install it. This will save you the hassle and avoid any installation delays. What’s more, the orangery should not be under 4m in height and shouldn’t include any balconies or verandas. However, you can enjoy more space all year round because the natural light will make the orangery look bigger. This allows you to add extra furniture and help your space be liveable.

The Leeds homeowner will be able to customise their orangery easier because the doors and glazing are available in a wide range of styles, colours, and patterns. This will help your home stand out from the crowd and impress visitors and potential buyers. But that’s not all, because you can choose what roof lanterns you want. An orangery supports a plethora of designs that will decipher how much natural light enters your room. You can even choose support beams, cornices, or extra spotlights, which are perfect for Friday night gatherings

Choose what material you want to use for an orangery. For example, wood types such as pine or oak can alter their look to make it more natural. We even offer faux wood finishes which will result in a low maintenance finish. The wood comes in a selection of durable paints that withstand tough conditions because they don’t rust, warp, or fade in the long run. Choose self cleaning glass to add to the low maintenance look because you don’t  

One of the most important things to consider about an orangery is that they are very thermally efficient because they retain natural heat in your home. This will save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint while keeping your property warmer all year round. The double glazing has a robust thermal barrier that keeps your property warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Enjoy a comfortable living space all year long.

Orangeries keep you and your home secure because the advanced double glazing will be able to deal with hard knocks. As a result, intruders will not be able to break into your property so you will be safer in the long run.  

We hope that this article helped you understand why you should consider an orangery. They are very versatile, warm, and keep your home more secure. At Select Products, we offer impartial advice to our customers. For more information, get in contact with us on 01132 578933, and we will be on hand to help you.    

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