What Is A Victorian Conservatory?
The Victorian conservatory is an affordable and stylish way of adding space and visual appeal to your home.
This traditional conservatory style is characterised by its multi-faceted design and classic appearance. A typical Victorian conservatory will feature beautiful French doors and delicately framed glass.
Home owners favouring traditional styles will find themselves inevitably drawn to this classic conservatory design.
This style can be fully glazed or have a dwarf wall incorporated into its base. Which option you choose will depend on your design requirements, however, a dwarf wall or solid conservatory roof will offer more privacy and insulation.
Victorian Conservatory Style: Full of Character
If you are looking to enhance the traditional aspects of your property then the Victorian style complements both period and modern properties alike, bringing a touch of charm and sophistication.
The Victorian conservatory successfully captures the warmth and richness of it’s architectural past, making it a much loved and valued design.
Victorian conservatories are a multi-faceted structure and typically feature a 3 windowed bay-window and a rounded shape that creates a circular room.
This bay can be customised, with 5 additional windows surrounding it, with slim sightlines creating an amazing, unobstructed panoramic view of your outdoor area.
Timeless Conservatory Design
Delicate and ornate, the Victorian conservatory is a great complementary match for those properties of the same era.
Victorian architecture famously incorporated lots of crestings and finials which is why you will find the same architectural details on the Victorian conservatory.
Crestings are either made from aluminium or UPVC. Aluminium crestings are finished with a powdered polyester coating which makes the surface more durable.
UPVC crestings however, are as equally durable and are generally cheaper. Which material you choose will be dependent on your specific requirements.
UPVC Victorian conservatories tend to be more popular with home owners. This is largely due to their low maintenance and low cost design.
Victorian Conservatories Are Versatile
If you prefer an understated look then you may find the typical Victorian conservatory and it’s period details a little overwhelming. However, the great thing about the Victorian conservatory is its versatility.
Today’s modern Victorian conservatory can be as eleaborate or minimalist as you like. Your conservatory installer will work with you to provide you with a design which suits both your property and life style.
The Victorian conservatory can be adapted to suit a wide range of properties. It’s soft round edges make it highly suitable for smaller gardens and properties which lack space.
With the right design and plan, you can turn your Victorian conservatory into a magical space.
Victorian Conservatory Options
Like all forms of conservatory, Victorian conservatories come in a range of different construction styles.
This includes the option between floor-length windows or a dwarf wall which allows for pipework and electrics to be more easily fitted for a multi-purpose garden room.
Underfloor heating is also a possibility, allowing for you to be able to enjoy your conservatory all year round without having to worry about ice-cold floors in the morning.
Roofing options also include a standard polycarbonate roof, a thermally efficient glass roof or a solid roof that replicates a true brick extension and acts as a natural continuation of your property.
If you want to brighten your home then a glass roof is often the best choice. It will bring in large amounts of natural light, creating the illusion of more space.
Highly customisable, your Victorian conservatory can be made bespoke to your needs. This includes choices between 3 or 5 window facets, frame materials and colours, including white or oak affect, as well as overall size and style.
Incredibly versatile and adaptable to fit any kind of property, your new extension will be sure to blend into the look of your property and provide a high quality, multi-purpose room for you to use for years to come.
Classic colours & Finishes
UPVC conservatories are usually chosen in white but there are a large variety of colour options available. If you are looking to maintain a traditional aesthetic, then a wood-grain finish will set an iconic scene.
How do you plan to use your Victorian conservatory? Knowing how will use the space will help when it comes applying the last finishes.
For example, you can give your Victorian conservatory a modern spin with neutral colours and patterns.
Or if you are after a glamorous dining area, then the addition of decadent cushions and decorations will provide you with a feeling of comfort and luxury.
The Victorian Conservatory Roof
The Victorian conservatory has a pitched roof which slopes upwards from its sides. Similar to the roof design of a house, the ridge is the apex part of the roof.
Height & Space Restrictions
A double hipped roof is available with this design if your property has height restrictions. This design can also be made to project out into larger gardens, perfect if you have a garden which is long and narrow.
Conservatory Roof Options
Choosing the right kind of roof for your conservatory can be vitally important for both the overall aesthetic of your extension, and its overall thermal performance.
Up until a few years ago, polycarbonate roofs were used as the standard for most conservatory installations, but have since proved themselves to be not as long-lasting or as thermally secure as other options.
This means that if your conservatory is not as warm as it used to be during the winter months, you are in need of a new conservatory roof.
Glass roofs and solid roofs both have great benefits, whilst both being incredibly thermally efficient.
Solid and tiled roofs make a great match to the roof of your pre-existing property. Your conservatory or extension will appear to be a part of the property rather than appearing to be an added afterthought.
Glass roofs, however, are a great way of bringing in large amounts of natural light, as well as creating the illusion of extra space and bringing a more ornate or contemporary look to your property, depending on the look you are going for.
How Much Does A Victorian Conservatory Cost?
| Conservatory Size (mm) | Roof Material | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3500 x 3500 | Polycarbonate | £11,000 – £12,500 |
| 3500 x 3500 | Glass | £12,000 – £13,500 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £12,000 – £13,500 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Glass | £13,000 – £14,500 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £13,000 – £14,500 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Glass | £13,500 – £15,500 |
| Conservatory Size (mm) | Roof Material | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3500 x 3500 | Polycarbonate | £9,500 – £11,000 |
| 3500 x 3500 | Glass | £10,500 – £11,500 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £10,500 – £11,500 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Glass | £11,000 – £12,500 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £11,000 – £12,500 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Glass | £12,000 – £13,500 |
| Conservatory Size (mm) | Roof Material | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3500 x 3500 | Polycarbonate | £6,500 – £7,500 |
| 3500 x 3500 | Glass | £7,500 – £8,500 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £7,000 – £8,000 |
| 3500 x 4000 | Glass | £7,750 – £8,750 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Polycarbonate | £7,500 – £8,500 |
| 4000 x 4000 | Glass | £8,500 – £9,500 |
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