If you’re fed up with your conservatory being freezing in the winter and too hot in the summer, with very little in between, then you’re in the right place. There are quite a few different options to help you make the most of your conservatory all year round and to get the most out of your home, from more substantial changes to small tweaks that add up to make a difference. If you don’t want to replace your full conservatory, you don’t need to.
Get Conservatory Roof Insulation
The first thing you should do, which will make the biggest difference to the usability of your conservatory both in the summer and winter, is to get conservatory roof insulation fitted. The rest of your home will have a substantial amount of insulation both on the roof and in the walls, so it’s no wonder that a small amount of glass and air (assuming you have double glazing) isn’t enough to keep the space warm, and it results in a greenhouse effect in the summer!
Conservatory roof insulation adds that extra layer to keep it warm in the winter, then also prevents the glaring sunlight from making it too hot in the summer. If the top of your conservatory is currently glass, then this will involve it being covered with the insulation and then a material finish (usually a stylish plastic) to complete the insulation. Not only does this make it comfortable for all year use, but it also helps you to keep warmth in during the winter and keep heat out in the summer, making it much more energy efficient, so you save money through it overall.
Add Good Window Blinds
Something else you can do to benefit your conservatory all year round is to add good window blinds. When you choose the right conservatory window blinds, it provides a level of insulation in the winter, to give you that extra warmth. The main benefit comes in the summer, as it helps to keep the space cool and also prevents glaring light coming into the space and making it uncomfortable. You can get blinds that let a nice amount of light in, without it being overwhelming, so you get the best of both worlds! Invest some money in good window blinds for your conservatory and it can really help to make the space usable all year.
Consider Heating Solutions
Whilst you can add quite a few different solutions to your conservatory, if there’s no heating at all in the space, then it won’t be very comfortable for use in the winter. So, you will need some form of heating. Even a small heater can be really effective in taking the chill out of the space. Of course, you could go for things like underfloor heating, but this is a much more expensive solution. If you want to get cosy, then you can add things like a rug, a heated blanket and warm cushions for a more cost effective choice! A small heating element can make a big difference when it comes to the warmth in your conservatory.
