Have you ever wondered how to build a conservatory? Here’s a quick guide to how to build a basic conservatory.
Conservatories: perfect for most homes
In most cases not requiring planning permission, conservatories are a structure suited to most types of homes. Here at Falcon, we’ve been installing high quality conservatories across South Wales for over a decade. If you’re looking for a conservatory that’s built to last, we really are the company to choose. Here’s a basic guide to how we build your conservatory.
How a conservatory is built
1. The foundations are laid
The first step in building a conservatory is laying the foundations: the sub-ground level structure that the conservatory sits on, ensuring that it remains level and doesn’t sink. Laying the foundations of a conservatory involves digging a trench in the shape of the structure just below the level of the damp proof course, to a minimum depth of about half a metre, and filling this with concrete.
2. Starting the walls
Once the concrete foundations have set, work can begin on building the lower inner walls of the conservatory. These sections of the walls normally hold the damp proof course.
3. Laying the floor
Once a few layers of bricks have been added to the wall it’s time to begin laying the floor. A layer of hardcore, normally to the depth of at least 100mm, is spread across the floor of the conservatory and is compacted. After this, a 50mm layer of sand is applied, and then the damp proof membrane that waterproofs the floor of the structure. The sand layer helps to stop any sharp stones from the hardcore penetrating the damp proof membrane. A layer of insulation is then added on top of the damp proof membrane and concreted over, providing a smooth, level finish for tiles, lino or carpet to be applied to.
4. The outer wall is built
After the floor has been laid, the outer wall is normally built to the level of the inner wall. The stone used generally matches that used in your building to provide a continuous aesthetic.
5. The wall frames are erected
The uPVC cills are then fitted to the conservatory base wall and the frames erected following the shape of the conservatory. After this an eave beam is fitted to the top of the frame providing a base for the roof.
6. The roof is then added and glazing installed
Once the eaves beam has been fitted the roof glazing can be installed, as well as the glazing used in the walls of the conservatory. Here at Falcon we used A-rated windows for exceptional levels of energy efficiency.
7. Electrics and decoration are applied
With the main structure of the conservatory completed, now is the time to install electrical cables and apply some decoration. After this has been done, you can relax in your new conservatory!
Falcon: High quality conservatories in South Wales
If you’re looking for an attractive uPVC conservatory, Falcon are the perfect company to choose. We’ve been improving homes across South Wales for over a decade. To find out more about our product range, please give us a call on 01656 646 047 or send us an email here.
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