Although conservatories are an enduringly popular choice for homeowners in the UK, there is another option if you want to expand your living space but aren’t sure whether you want to have an extension added to your property. An orangery is a lovely option for anyone keen to make home improvements this year, an addition that can really help to add value to your house.
The main difference between a conservatory and an orangery is that conservatories are usually attached to a house, while orangeries can be kept anywhere on the property, such as in the garden. Orangeries were an especially popular option between the 17th and 19th centuries and although they did fall out of favour a bit, they are now coming back into fashion with a vengeance. They were typically used to help grow citrus trees, but when oranges and lemons became more readily available, this type of extension began to be used to house shrubs and exotic plants instead.
If you don’t have space for a greenhouse and want a multi-purpose extension that can be used to grow plants and flowers, while also serving as somewhere for friends and family to spend time in throughout the year, an orangery would be a wonderful choice for you.
The main difference between a conservatory and an orangery is that conservatories are usually attached to a house, while orangeries can be kept anywhere on the property, such as in the garden. Orangeries were an especially popular option between the 17th and 19th centuries and although they did fall out of favour a bit, they are now coming back into fashion with a vengeance. They were typically used to help grow citrus trees, but when oranges and lemons became more readily available, this type of extension began to be used to house shrubs and exotic plants instead.
If you don’t have space for a greenhouse and want a multi-purpose extension that can be used to grow plants and flowers, while also serving as somewhere for friends and family to spend time in throughout the year, an orangery would be a wonderful choice for you.
You’ll be glad to hear that orangeries can vary in size quite dramatically, so they can be tailored to suit the vast majority of homes. However, while this flexibility is sure to be an attractive quality, it does mean it’s hard to work out just how much value they can add to your house. However, any type of extension will usually make your home more attractive to potential buyers, which will push the asking price up.
In addition, it’s very easy to make sure that orangeries fit in with the style of your home as you can choose similar materials before construction to ensure that your property does not end up looking disjointed.
If you’d like to find out more about the benefits of having such an extension as this in your home, get in touch with Manchester orangery specialists Malbern Windows and Doors. We have years of experience behind us when it comes to extensions of this kind and can help you make all the right decisions to help you achieve your dream home this year.
In addition, it’s very easy to make sure that orangeries fit in with the style of your home as you can choose similar materials before construction to ensure that your property does not end up looking disjointed.
If you’d like to find out more about the benefits of having such an extension as this in your home, get in touch with Manchester orangery specialists Malbern Windows and Doors. We have years of experience behind us when it comes to extensions of this kind and can help you make all the right decisions to help you achieve your dream home this year.
Features of our Orangeries
- More natural light and heat – Because our orangeries are enclosed glass structures with glass roofs and walls, they enable more natural light and heat to enter. This is ideal for residential properties across the country, especially in the North, as our orangeries enable homeowners to enjoy maximum natural light and heat throughout the day.
- Outstanding insulation – Because the glass panes of our premium orangeries are A rated glass, they deliver outstanding insulation that helps homeowners keep their energy bills under control. A rated glass is the most energy efficient glass on a scale of A – G, so these glass panes provide superb insulation throughout the coldest months of the year.
- A wide range of colours – With an excellent selection of colours to choose from there’s no longer any need to opt for a white orangery, though white is a popular choice and provides a superb contrast against dark colours, like a red brick wall, for example. Malbern is able to provide a broad range of attractive wood grain options to perfectly match your orangery against the existing materials and colour schemes of your home.
- Added value – Orangeries add value to Cheshire homes, making these home extensions an excellent investment in your financial future in addition to enhancing the enjoyment you receive in the present. By adding an orangery to your home you’re significantly increasing your living space as well as its appeal to potential homebuyers in the future.
