Thermal efficiency of conservatories

I'm thinking of getting a conservatory but I'm worried that it will have a negative impact on our home's energy efficiency. Are some conservatories more thermally efficient than others? What should I look for?

Asked by Kamil on 6th Oct 2022
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"They are .warm roofs offer much better insulation than glass or polycarbonate roofs"
Answered on 9th Nov 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"Good morning Kamil. In answer to your question regarding the thermal efficiency of Conservatories, I would lean toward a Solid Roof System, with very low U Values. In addition, you can make the new room very energy efficient by installing triple-glazed units, instead of the conventional double-glazed units. The floor is an important part of the equation too, it needs to be insulated with effective insulation panels, to give enhanced heat retention.
In the summertime, because of the thermal properties of the Solid Roof, it can have a cooling effect on the room, making it more comfortable and unlike Glass Roof Systems, which can make living in it uncomfortable and too warm.
Hope this helps,"
Answered on 7th Oct 2022 - Member since Sep 2022 - report
"Hi there, only a conservatories will have proper thermal efficiency is with a solid roof installed with insulation"
Answered on 6th Oct 2022 - Member since Jan 2020 - report
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