Ways To Keep Your Conservatory Cool In The Summer

The UK summers are sometimes unpredictable hot. If and when summer arrives, does it usually prevent you from using your conservatory? You will not be the only homeowner with a conservatory in the UK who will have issues with their conservatory extension reaching high temperatures. However, we may have a few ideas to help. There are several things that you can do to make your conservatory available during the summer months. Continue reading this article for ideas and tips.

Install Blinds To Block Out the Sun

Depending on the amount of time your existing conservatory is exposed to the sun. A conservatory that faces East will get the majority of the sun in the morning. However, a conservatory that faces the East will get sunlight from morning to evening. However, a conservatory facing the West will get sunlight on sunny afternoons and during summer evenings. West-facing conservatories may require additional warming in the mornings and ventilation in the evenings.

Consider installing blinds, simply closing blinds when the sun is glaring or becoming uncomfortable. Blinds are an aesthetically pleasing feature too and can benefit your conservatories decor. 

Go For A Lightweight Tiled Roof Conversion

Is your conservatory becoming unbearably warm during the summer months? You may want to check your roof choice. Traditional glass roofs and polycarbonate conservatory roofs can become extremely hot during summer and cause a greenhouse effect in your conservatory. There is an alternative to these traditional roof options you can now replace your existing conservatory roof with a lightweight tiled roof. 

Lightweight tiled roof conversions are a stylish option, offering you the benefits of a warm conservatory in winter and a cool extension during the hot summers. Furthermore, lightweight tiled roof conversions can be bespoke to suit all types of conservatories. The tiles can even match your homes existing roof. Choose from traditional style tiling or slates replacements for the perfect look.

Install Bifold Doors, Sliding Patios Or French Doors To Keep Your Conservatory Cool This Summer

A lightweight tiled roof conversion will help to keep the conservatory interior cool during summer. Try adding some ventilation too.

Increase your ventilation with the addition of bifold doors, sliding patio doors, or even French doors. Slide your bifold doors open and let the fresh air into your conservatory. Providing a cool breeze to enter your conservatory and helping to prevent it being too hot.

Call 01744 611203 to speak to one of our home improvement advisors about conservatory upgrades.