What’s more, by updating your tired and rotten windows, you’ll be helping to do your bit for the environment.

Windows and doors might only consist of 20 per cent of the wall area of your home but they can lose huge amounts of heat.

By replacing your old windows with modern double glazing, the typical UK home could save as much as pounds £150 a year.

So what exactly are energy efficient double glazing windows?

One thing, they help to conserve heat within the home but also allow the natural warmth of the sun to travel through the glass. They are less likely to suffer from condensation and can be made from any frame material – from modern pvc to aluminium

The glass used in double glazing windows has been specially treated to help reduce the amount of heat loss that naturally occurs through windows and doors. Treated with invisible coatings and even filled with inert gases, the glass helps to keep the heat in the heart of your home.

Energy efficient window carry the British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) label. This means that the glass has an energy efficiency rating. Just like modern household appliances such as fridges, ovens, dishwashers, the most efficient are awarded an ‘A’ grade and the lowest a ‘G’ grade.

In orangeries and conservatories, installing the latest double glazing can make a dramatic difference. In the summer months, it’s easy to enjoy the warmth and sunlight that only a conservatory or orangery can bring, during a cold winter your new room will stay warm and comfortable with Planet Windows & Doors latest energy efficient glazing.

For the latest offers at Planet Windows & Doors for energy efficient double glazing visit: www.planetsouthlakes.com or freephone 0800 915 8844 for directions to their Kendal or Lancaster showrooms showcasing a range of double glazing designs guaranteed to suit every home and budget.

Today local authorities do not require planning permission for installing a conservatory or orangery to your home in the UK. There are certain conditions that do apply, however overall conservatories & orangeries do not need planning permission if you plan that your conservatory or orangery does not cover more than fifty percent of the land that the home occupies.

• You do not intend to build the conservatory or orangery on the same side of the house that fronts a highway. This rule applies to conservatories on the front back and side, you cannot build one on a side of the house that is parallel to a road.
• You cannot build any part of the conservatory or orangery higher than the existing highest point on your roof – this regulation regarding the height of the conservatory can only be important on a bungalow.
• If you are building a conservatory or orangery solely on the rear of the house than it can only extend beyond the outer wall by three meters if the house is attached to another. However if you have a detached house then the conservatory can be four meters.
• Side conservatory or orangeries can be built up to four meters high and a width of no more than half the width of the original house width. Unless of course the side fronts a highway and then you cannot build one at all.
• The roof height can only be to the first storey if you have more than one story.
• The conservatory or orangery must be closed in it cannot have any other extraneous extensions such as a conservatory balcony or a conservatory verandah. Simply put your conservatory can only be one structure with no conservatory extensions.
• Finally designated land cannot have a rear conservatory or orangery of more than one storey. Cladding cannot be used and side conservatories are forbidden. Designated land means areas of natural beauty such as the Norfolk broads, conservation areas, national parks and world heritage sites.

For the very latest Planet Conservatories or Orangeries visit www.planetsouthlakes.com and view a fabulous range in their Kendal or Lancaster showrooms.

A conservatory could be the perfect solution for those who wish to extend their living area due to a restriction of space within their current living quarters. During the winter it provides the perfect viewpoint of the garden so that you can admire the view in luxury whatever the weather.

It is not just about the way your conservatory looks from the outside that matters. You could even transform your conservatory into a second living room as accessories and facilities such as conservatory furniture, conservatory blinds, under floor heating, air conditioning, lighting and a number of different flooring options can easily be installed.

You need to figure out how your conservatory is going to be used and how often it will be used in order to determine how much you are prepared to spend on it. It is a long term commitment and behind other essentials such as cars and houses, a conservatory may be one of the biggest investments you ever make during your lifetime.

Conservatories commonly come fitted with double glazing. This is because double glazing is far better insulated than single glazed glass meaning that your conservatory will be much easier and cheaper to heat. Meaning that not only will  they be more energy efficient, but also much better for the environment.

You need not have a mansion to house a conservatory, there are a variety of styles, shapes and designs to be had to suit virtually any property.

We do not want to reduce you to just a few choice conservatories in Cumbria, if you want a conservatory in Lancashire then we can accommodate that. We have a vast range of different conservatories, each of which are guaranteed to prove to be a stylish addition to any property.

Lean-To conservatories are compact in size meaning that they are well suited to the smallest of homes or bungalows. But being compact does not mean that they suffer from a lack of space, a Lean-To conservatory can provide an enormous amount of floor space and double glazing in Barrow in Furness which you can use for whatever purpose you want.

A Victorian conservatory is probably the most recognisable type of conservatory design due to its angled roof and versatility. It can also be finished in white, woodgrain, golden oak or rosewood, meaning that you can choose the colour which is most similar to the colour used on your window and doors and best compliments your brickwork.

If you need a maximum of living space within your conservatory, then you should go for a P-shaped conservatory as it has the ability to be split into two separate rooms. You could dine in one half and relax in your favourite conservatory chair in the other.

Call us free on 0800 612 2255 and talk us through your requirements. We can then allocate you a free no obligation appointment and come to your home and discuss over a cuppa the best options available for your property.

Conservatories in Cumbria bring with them an endless amount of benefits for you and your family. A great deal of warmth can be transported into your home via a conservatory as they are a great insulator of heat, keeping you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. uPVC conservatories are extremely energy efficient as they are glazed with ‘A’ rated windows, the gold standard for windows in any home. The thickness of the windows means that you are less likely to be disturbed when relaxing in the back of the house.

A conservatory can act as a further security measure in addition to your windows and doors throughout the home. Doors installed in a conservatory are made up of the best locking systems you will find anywhere, so forcing a door or picking the lock is a near impossibility. Maintenance of a conservatory is so simple, a wiping down with a wet cloth very occasionally is all that is required.

The strength of construction of a conservatory means that it is built to last and will almost certainly be present in your house for years down the line. In case of the unlikely event that something goes wrong with your conservatory, you should make sure that it covered by guarantee, most companies will provide a ten year guarantee to give you peace of mind.

Double glazing in Barrow in Furness and windows in Lancaster can also help the oldest of homes be transformed into a fantastically modern property.

Orangeries Lancaster are being turned to by people who are being forced to stay in their current household as they offer so many potential benefits and can temporarily mean you can take the for sale sign down, you may even decide to permanently remove it. Compared to a brick extension which can easily cost you a small fortune, an orangery along with conservatories in Cumbria is a more affordable and stylish looking way of extending a home.

To those who are not aware of what an orangery is, in simple terms it could be considered a posher version of a conservatory. It is also more likely to be a permanent fixture at your home as it is predominantly constructed of brickwork, whereas a conservatory is dominated by glass. Understandably it will also tend to blend in better than a conservatory as it will fit in with the brickwork used to build your home.

They may be a little more expensive than a conservatory to have installed, but you will find that its striking good looks and functionality more than makes it worth the extra investment. It can also truly give your home a modern look, something which is more likely to attract buyers than those homes without one. Double glazing in Barrow in Furness can also make your home more appealing at the front of your home.

Because most conservatories are made of a solaris polycarbonate roof, it means that up to 80% of the sun’s solar energy will be prevented from entering the conservatory through the roof, helping to maintain a comfortable internal temperature. Therefore you can sit back and relax in your conservatory and enjoy your garden from the indoors without feeling uncomfortably hot. It will also reduce the glare of the sun so you are not reduced to having to look like a celebrity by wearing sunglasses inside.

Conservatories in Barrow in Furness made up of solaris glass will reduce unwanted heat in the summer, but have the added benefit in that they will reduce the amount of heat lost in the winter. This means that with double glazing in Lancaster present in your conservatory you will be able to sit and admire your garden on even the coldest of days, without having to wear layers of clothing to keep warm.

Windows in Kendal are available in a variety of different colours so that you can match them up with the colour of your conservatory. The shape of them can also be sculptured to fit the existing look of the conservatory. So you need not be outside to enjoy the sun, chill out and relax in a brand new conservatory.

Orangeries in Cumbria are considered by many to be an upmarket version of the traditional conservatory, a more stylish and good looking counterpart. As opposed to conservatories in Morecambe and conservatories in Lancaster which are usually predominantly composed of uPVC, an orangery is mostly made up of brick, so therefore it is more likely to slot in with the look of your home more easily.

If you have set your heart on getting an orangery installed, make sure you thoroughly research the market as it is an expensive investment and you need to be certain that it will not look out of place. Pick up brochures and see what local dealers can offer you, obtain quotes from a variety of them and check up on each of their track records on the internet or by asking around the local community.

When you have the orangery installed have a good think about how you are going to use your new space and consider the type of furniture which you would like to hold within it. You are likely to be using it on a regular basis so make sure you feel comfortable within it and make it look as good as it possible can be.