Dos and Donts in Maximizng the Functionality of DIY Conservatories

One reason why homeowners decide to have DIY conservatories for their home is the functionality that it will offer. It is versatile and can function as a playroom for kids, dining area, recreational space for the whole family and many more. While a conservatory can be fully functional in the winter, it may lose its appeal and usefulness during the summer season or spring when the homeowner allows it to happen. You can certainly do a lot of things to keep a conservatory functional the whole year round. Below is a list of dos and don’ts that you can observe.

 

Dos

1. Do plant trees and flowers around and within your conservatory. They can certainly help cool the area during the summer season. Both flowering plants and non-flowerings shrubs which can provide shade can be added to your conservatory.

2. Do add blinds and curtains to block the sun’s rays during the day and the early afternoon. With these, staying in your conservatory even in the summer is possible.

3. Do add furniture inside your conservatory. Couches, tables and chairs may be added to your conservatory to make you and your family comfortable. You can make it your lounge area to relax and share some quality time with the whole family.

Don’ts

1. Don’t over-design your conservatory. Keep it simple and as minimalistic as possible. This will help create an airy ambiance compared to a seemingly overstuffed space. Minimize the use of big furniture. You want to save space and a small table, a couch and some chairs would already be enough.

2. Don’t store your unused stuff in your conservatory. It is not a storage room! Throw the things you don’t need or recycle them.

3. Don’t let warm air to get in. Close the doors and windows if necessary. You can also make use of blinds and curtains for the windows to prevent heat from seeping in. When heat gets trapped inside, it will feel very uncomfortable during summer days.