Are DIY Conservatories Bespoke Or Do They Come In Kit Form?

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Posted: May 24, 2010

If you really want the conservatory of your dreams, the best thing to consider is a DIY conservatory.  This puts you in control of what you want, and one of its main benefits is that it is a lot cheaper to buy as well.
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Are DIY Conservatories Better Than Supply And Fit Conservatories?

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Posted: May 20, 2010

Every week people are considering having a conservatory added onto their home.  And every week they wonder whether it’s better to get the builders in to do it for them, or whether they should opt for a DIY conservatory instead.

So what is the answer?
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Can You Install DIY Conservatories On Any House?

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Posted: May 16, 2010

This is a common question that those in the industry are asked on a regular basis.  And the answer is a resounding yes.

But certain properties do benefit from a DIY conservatory more than others do, so let’s take a look at those here.
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What Kind Of Base Do DIY Conservatories Need?

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Posted: May 12, 2010

The conservatory steel base is one of the most important parts of your DIY conservatory.  It needs to be stable and able to support the building itself, so you need to make sure you get it right.

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Keeping DIY Conservatories Toasty Warm In The Winter

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Posted: May 8, 2010

Do you have an image of sitting in your new DIY conservatory and watching the snow flakes falling outside?

Many people love this idea of being indoors during inclement weather and yet being close to the outdoors as well.  But if you don’t adequately heat your DIY conservatory you won’t be able to do this.

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How To Keep DIY Conservatories Cool In Summer

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Posted: May 4, 2010

Some conservatory owners will tell you that DIY conservatories are a nightmare to keep cool.  This might be the case if this aspect hasn’t been properly planned for, but there are ways to make sure this doesn’t happen to you.

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Which Glass Do You Need To Specify In DIY Conservatories?

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Posted: April 30, 2010

Glass is an integral part of all DIY conservatories.  You will typically have a lot more glass than you will have walls, since many designs have just a dwarf wall running along the base of the building.

It makes sense then to ensure you choose the right glass for your needs.  When you are considering buying a flat pack kit from a manufacturer don’t be afraid to ask what kind of glass is supplied as standard.
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Do DIY Conservatories Need Foundations?

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Posted: April 26, 2010

DIY conservatories are becoming extremely popular as people realize how cost effective and easy to install they are.  But some questions keep popping up with regard to construction.  One of the most frequent ones concerns foundations.

Some people assume that because a DIY conservatory is of the ‘do it yourself’ variety, it doesn’t need proper foundations.  But because the building is a permanent structure it needs a proper steel base just like any other permanent structure does.
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What Can You Plant During The Winter Months?

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Posted: March 16, 2010

There is nothing as good as the feeling of getting out into the garden during the spring and finally planting the first few flowers of the season.  We can look forward to the summer when we will see the fruits – and the flowers – of our labours.

But what is there to do while the winter months plod on?  Is this a time of year when we just have to wait for better weather?

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Ten Of The Best Plants To Add To Your Winter Conservatory

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Posted: March 13, 2010

Most people love the idea of growing and experimenting with plants during the summer.  But when winter arrives and brings with it plenty of dreadful weather, we can hardly get outside at all.

Luckily you have an alternative to this if you have a DIY conservatory.  It can become your indoor garden through the winter, and since there are plenty of plants which love this atmosphere and the surroundings, you can enjoy gardening on a whole new level.

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