ORANGERIES

In recent years the Orangery has become increasingly popular. Although the concept is rooted in history, its present day use has become synonymous with style and graceful living, at the same time however, the Orangery has many practical features.

Under Part L1 of Building Regulations regarding heat emissions, a conservatory is required to have a division between it and the house, but the Orangery has the advantage of a flat roof and internal ceiling areas which can be heavily insulated along with cavity insulated walls and an insulated base. The roof will also incorporate a double-glazed lantern light in one or more formats and the overall effect can help achieve the Building Inspector’s requirements as well as provide a beautiful room to enjoy.

The structure can incorporate brick; stone or rendered and plastered walls as well as fluted or plain columns. The windows and doors will be designed to complement your home and the flat roof will include an attractive cornice feature which masks the roof beams which support the lantern lights.

The flat roof is a timber box structure with an upper deck of heavy duty 18mm plywood which is covered in a waterproof membrane called ‘Sarnafil’ for which Brightwood Conservatories are licensed installers. This covering carries an extended guarantee which provides a seamless ‘boat finish’ against all the elements.

Window and door designs can incorporate Georgian bars in many permutations such as four, six or eight pane panels or margins, Gothic arches, Victorian hoops, swept heads, and leadwork in squared or diamond patterns.

Elevations can include one or more pairs of French casements or Sliding Folding doors, whilst windows can be in many permutations of fanlights and casements and can be top or side hung, depending on size and design.

Whatever your choices, our Orangeries are built to the highest standards and provide you with excellent value for money, a good investment and a real asset to your home.