Conservatories and glass extensions are a fantastic home upgrade at any time of the year, but during the summer these bright conservatories can really come into their own by filling your home with light. When done the right way, they can make a big difference to the way your home feels, so it is important to look out for any natural light conservatory ideas that could help you enjoy your space.
We thought it would be a good idea to look at some of the most popular South Wales conservatory lighting ideas to find the best ways to add your own lighting, and how to build on the natural light that conservatories bring in.
Conservatory glazing: more is definitely more
As you might expect, the more glazing that you add to your home, the greater the amount of light it can let in. A full conservatory like the Loggia Conservatories available from Falcon Installations, feature fully glazed roofs and a stylish living area that can allow light to flood into your home. These can be made in a variety of configurations to ensure there is something that will suit your style of property.
Expansive glazing allows a flow of natural light, not just into the living space of the conservatory, but also any rooms that it is attached to. A conservatory or glazed extension can be a fantastic way to feel in touch with your outside space, boosting your mood even when the temperatures are not as glorious as they might be in the summer months.
The sun will always be our best and cheapest source of light, so by adding as much glazing as possible to your conservatory or glass extension, you can really benefit from all it has to offer.
Bringing light to the apex of your conservatory
Of course, there will be times when you want to use your conservatory, but there is no sun to enjoy. Whether it is late at night, or the Wales weather has simply failed us, it is important to have some good conservatory lighting ideas to hand. If you’ve opted for a fully glazed roof, then it can be possible to hang pendant lighting from the apex of your South Wales conservatory or orangery. This can also help to prevent gaps in your lighting if you have a roof lantern as part of your design.
Enjoy some accent lighting
Accent lighting can be great fun to play with in a conservatory, as it can work with the natural light that you already receive. This could include spotlights angled up towards the roof or wall lights in any recesses to help prevent any dark holes or corners. You can also use low level lighting such as floor and table lamps to supplement your conservatory lighting or complement the natural light.
For more dramatic effect, why not add a modern lighting strip? This could take the form of a hidden rope, lighting or LED strips that can be worked into cornices and along beams for an even light all around the space.
Make your home energy efficient
These bright conservatories don’t just allow sunshine into your home, they can also be extremely energy efficient. The light and warmth that the summer sun can bring can heat your living space very effectively, whilst the added insulation ensures that heat is retained for as long as possible. This can all add up to some significant savings when it comes to your energy bills.
Conservatory lighting ideas are a fun and effective way to plan your conservatory or orangery installation. The expert team at Falcon Installations can help you to understand where your sunlight will be coming from and how you can maximise the light that it offers to enjoy a warm, bright and welcoming home all year round, so give us a call today to find out more.
