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Homeowners are turning to a more superior form of extension to complete their outdoor space. Glass extensions are fast becoming the ultimate choice for creating an ultra-modern style for the home. Offering much higher levels of light and space to connect home and garden, glass extensions are a more modern alternative to the traditional conservatory or extension, and are a popular choice for people who love the outdoors. Space Glass extensions offer cutting edge style to the modern home, by creating a living space that seems to be entirely constructed of glass. This gives the homeowner a chance to extend rooms of the house which may otherwise be considered dark and dreary. A glass extension can add space to a kitchen or living room, not only doubling the living space, but also giving the illusion that the garden is a larger part of the home. Features Traditional French patio doors can now be replaced by large glass slider doors or concertina-style bi-fold glass doors, which become an ultimate design feature of the house. This gives the homeowner a much bigger space to enjoy, both inside the house and outside on the patio or garden. The doors also create a ‘wow’ factor for those owners who want to be seen to have the most modern of housing designs. Construction Tougher glass is now available for the construction of glass extension conservatories, meaning that an entire room can be constructed primarily of glass. These extensions usually feature built-in tracks for fabric panelled shades. For the roof construction, companies often offer glass with solar control, which reduces the heat absorbed by the room in summer, and also reduces the heat lost in the winter. Polycarbonate roofs are also offered in the construction of glass extensions, which can provide protection against glare, solar protection, and also maintain comfortable temperatures within the room. In winter the polycarbonate roof radiates heat back into the room to maintain comfortable temperatures. In most cases there is no need for any planning permission when constructing a glass extension, unless an extension has already been added. Styles Homeowners are usually given a choice of UPVC frame finishes for their glass extension, such as white or coloured woodgrain. Paint spray is also popular for colour coating the UPVC to form an extra protective weatherproof coating. Side glass panels are often offered in clear glass or in bevelled, coloured or leaded glass styles.
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