ABOUT CONSERVATORY ROOFS

The highest quality conservatory roofs are made of hardwood timber. However, this does require regular maintenance. Most conservatory roofs are constructed from aluminium frames, with either aluminium or UPVC fixings and trim. Conservatory roofs are available either as a fully installed item, or as self-build kits for the DIY market.

LEADING UK SUPPLIERS OF CONSERVATORY ROOFS

K2 Conservatory Roofs. Formed in 1999, K2 supplied in 2005 nearly a fifth of all conservatory roofs installed nationwide, with almost 200,000 homeowners to having chosen conservatory roofs from the K2. K2 products meet BSI standards and are certified by BBA. To achieve this certificaiton, K2 as a company, its processes and its products, had to be subjected to a rigorous quality checks. K2 is a subsidiary of The Burnden Group plc.

Ultraframe Conservatory Roofs. Ultraframe is a leading supplier of conservatory roofs. Its Classic range of conservatory roofs combines modern manufacturing technologies with contemporary designs. Ultraframe's lightweight system for conservatory roofs is made from aluminium, with UPVC trims and profiles. The system offers a wide range of polycarbonate and glazing options for conservatory roofs and profile colours including white, deeplas, brown, mahogany, light oak and rosewood. Glass may be from 24mm to 35mm thick. Ultraframe conservatory roofs are pre-fabricated in the factory to ensure rapid, snag-free, on-site installation. Weatherproofing is achieved with proven weather seal details which include the rain baffle in the ridge system, secondary drainage in the glazing system and special flashing details which prevent water penetration.

Amdega Group Conservatory Roofs. The Amdega Group is a leading supplier of conservatory roofs and complete conservatories. Its brands for conservatory roofs include Amdega, Portland, Machin and Portland Direct. Amdega is the premium range for conservatory roofs, offering conservatories, orangeries and garden rooms all manufactured in timber. The Portland range of conservatory roofs is available in timber and UPVC. The Machin system for conservatory roofs is manufactured in aluminium, and provides a distinctive roof with a double curved section. Portland Direct supplies self-build DIY conservatory roofs in timber and UPVC. Portland Direct conservatories are available in four main styles: octagonal, hipped, gable, and lean-to.

USEFUL LINKS RELEVANT TO CONSERVATORY ROOFS

Building Regulations Part N: Glazing Safety

Conservatories.com

Glass & Glazing Federation

DETAILED INFORMATION RESOURCES ON CONSERVATORY ROOFS

We recommend the following websites, with building product information including manufacturers' specs, standard specifications, and CAD details: Barbour Compendium, RIBA Product Selector Plus, ASC Bricsnet, Building Products Index, British Board of Agrément, British Standards Online.

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