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We understand that starting a home extension project can raise many questions. From wondering if you need planning permission for a conservatory to deciding which type of glass extension best suits your home and lifestyle, it’s a lot to consider.
To make things easier, we’ve compiled all of our frequently asked questions in one place, so you can quickly find the answers you need.
If you still can’t find what you’re looking for or have a more specific question, don’t hesitate to contact us—we’re always happy to help!
Frequently Asked Questions
- For our uPVC conservatories and orangeries, as well as our premium Glass Box and Frameless Glass Structures, we offer nationwide coverage, including Scotland.
- Our timber conservatories, orangeries, oak-framed products, and glass rooms are available across most of the UK. However, some remote areas may not be covered—please contact us to confirm availability in your location.
- Our Groom Outside deep valet cleaning and maintenance service is exclusively available in the South East of England, including London and the Home Counties.
Room Outside proudly showcases projects spanning the entire country, from St. Andrews in Scotland to the Royal Yacht Squadron on the Isle of Wight.
We bring over five decades of experience, stability, and a trusted reputation to every project. As a specialist in luxury glass room extensions, we focus solely on creating bespoke spaces. Unlike typical double glazing companies branching into conservatories, we are dedicated experts in this field.
Room Outside has constructed more glass rooms across the South East of England than any other company. With over 50 years of experience, our reputation is unmatched in the region. Building on this legacy, we are now extending our renowned services nationally across the UK, working in collaboration with our trusted specialist builder partners.
Our decades of expertise, paired with comprehensive guarantees, reflect the pride and confidence we have in the quality of our products and workmanship.
A conservatory on a house is a popular property extension option. They are constructed mainly from glass, in some cases combined with dwarf brick walls, French double doors or bi-fold doors with a full glass roof.
A conservatory is a versatile glass structure designed to enhance your home with natural light and extra space. It can be constructed using a variety of frame materials, including hardwood timber, uPVC, aluminium, oak, or even frameless designs, and can be tailored in a range of styles to complement your property and personal taste.
Typically, a conservatory is added to the back or side of a home, creating an additional room or extending an existing one. In many cases, external doors can be removed to form a larger, open-plan living space. Additionally, conservatories are often eligible to be built without Planning Permission under Permitted Development Rights, making the process simpler and more convenient.
An orangery is a type of room added to extend your home and can be used in the same way as a conservatory; to relax, dine and entertain.
Orangeries can be attached to your property or built as stand-alone structures. They often feature expansive windows, glass doors, and a solid roof with a central glass lantern, creating a bright and airy space. Stylish yet functional, orangeries are an increasingly popular choice for homeowners across the UK looking to add more living space.
Both conservatories and orangeries allow you to enjoy being closer to your garden and the outdoors throughout the year, all while staying comfortable and protected—no matter the unpredictable British weather.
A Four Seasons Sunroom of Solarium is brand of conservatory or glass extension developed in the USA to be a luxurious extension to homes offering an additional room or glass extension to an existing room. The glass used has been specifically developed to be able to cope with the harsh extremes of weather that they experience across America.
Room Outside® is proud to be the ONLY appointed UK agent for Four Seasons, the world’s largest sunroom and conservatory manufacturer. Renowned internationally, their innovative range of products has become a household name in the USA and beyond.
These exceptional lean-to and traditional conservatories, as well as garden rooms, are designed to maintain a truly ambient temperature year-round, efficiently regulating indoor conditions regardless of the weather outside.
A standout favourite is the System 6 Curved Lean-to, featuring an internal structural curved laminated timber beam. This stunning design is completely unique to the British market and delivers both elegance and functionality.
We pride ourselves on offering a premium product, and the Room Outside name is synonymous with quality, distinction, and timeless style.
Choosing a Room Outside conservatory, orangery, glass box extension, or garden room ensures you receive a bespoke, luxury glass extension built to the highest standards. Each of our glass rooms is custom-designed to be unique to you and your home, making every project completely individual.
The cost of your Room Outside project will depend on factors such as the materials, style, size, configuration, and finishes you choose. Our portfolio of projects starts at around the £25,000 mark for a uPVC structure.
For more insights into pricing and the design features that influence your investment, read our blog. Alternatively, contact us today for a FREE no obligation quote tailored to your exact requirements.
In simple terms:
- A conservatory features a completely glass roof, maximising natural light.
- An orangery has a solid roof around the edges, complemented by one or more glazed lanterns to bring in light.
- A garden room is typically built with a fully solid roof structure, offering a more enclosed feel.
Yes, whether it’s a conservatory, orangery, garden room, or frameless glass extension, each project is completely tailor-made and individually designed.
Our in-house designers carefully oversee every project to ensure the design meets your requirements and seamlessly complements the style of your home.
Yes, a well-designed and properly built conservatory or orangery can certainly add value to your home. According to property expert Phil Spencer from “Location, Location, Location,” a high-quality addition could increase your property’s value by as much as 7%.
A survey by the National Association of Estate Agents highlights that glass room extensions rank among the top home improvements for adding significant value to your property.
When considering a glass room extension, it’s important to ensure the design is sympathetic to your home’s existing style and integrates seamlessly with the property. This approach maximises both the investment potential and the aesthetic appeal of your home.
With decades of experience, we have the expertise to help you create a glass extension perfectly tailored to your home and lifestyle, enhancing your property’s value and your way of living.
Read more about how the right conservatory or orangery extension can add value to your home.
Our glass room extensions and garden rooms can be built in environmentally friendly, sustainable traditional hardwood timber, beautiful hand crafted oak, British engineered aluminium and low maintenance uPVC or our striking contemporary structural frameless glass.
Our conservatories and orangeries are crafted using only the highest quality materials, carefully sourced, developed, and refined over the last four decades, to ensure durability, longevity, and timeless style. We are so confident in the quality of our products that we offer a 30-year guarantee against all structural defects.