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Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors in Cumbria

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

For stunning quality double glazing in Kendal and throughout the region, pay a visit to Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors. Planet have been providing exceptional double glazed windows, doors and conservatories for people around the region for over 10 years and no matter whether you need a new door, window or even an orangery, you can count on us to supply and fit for an exceptional price for all. So, for new windows in Kendal, freephone 0800 612 2255 today!

Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors specialises in the design and installation of a wide variety of products including:

  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Conservatories
  • Orangeries

Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors operate throughout Cumbria and even as far as Lancaster and Morecambe. Planet have two offices based in Kendal and Lancaster and can work throughout Cumbria and parts of Lancashire. Planet understand that it can be hard to find the right supplier of double glazing, that’s why Planet will always offer you the best prices and the highest quality of workmanship, no matter how big or small the job may be.

Over 10 Years of Experience
Whether you’re looking for stunning patio doors or some energy efficient PVC windows, you can find them here at Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors. As one of the region’s top suppliers of uPVC windows, doors and conservatories, there is no better home improvement company to call.

So, if you’re looking for window fitters in Cumbria or anywhere in Lancaster and Morecambe, call Planet Conservatories, Windows & Doors today on 0800 612 2255 or visit Planet’s Website

Planet Conservatories Don’t Need Planning Permission

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

If you have been looking at conservatory or orangery designs – you may not be aware of the fact that conservatories and orangeries from Planet Conservatories are easier to build now than ever. Until a few years ago planning permission was necessary and as any homeowner knows, involving your local council in any form of paperwork is a long winded affair.

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.

Choose A Contemporary Orangery Design At Planet Conservatories

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

The North West is not always renowned for getting the best of weather, but when it does you need to make the most of it. There is so much lovely scenery in the region and some of you may be lucky enough to have a great backdrop at your home. If you do then you should take advantage of it, especially on those rare sunny days during the summer months. The ideal place from where you can admire any views at the back of your home is from the comfort of an orangery.

Orangeries in the North West are believed by many to be a new and growing type of construction, a kind of beefed up version of the traditional conservatory. But, orangeries have actually been around for years and were previously used more as an area for growing plants and flowers. Like conservatories in the North West, many people have woken up to the usefulness of the orangery and are increasingly having them installed in their homes as a way of extending the size of their property.

They are also made up of less glass than a conservatory, so if you are worried that it will get too hot in the summer, then think again as the double glazing that is put inside an orangery is energy efficient and will keep it cool when necessary. In the unlikely event that it does get too warm, then you could install some blinds onto the windows which will keep out the glare and heat of the sun. If you fancy keeping your feet warm during the winter, heated flooring can be put down.

If you are currently considering buying Carnforth windows, then you are also urged to look into an orangery as there is no finer way of extending your home.

Contact Planet Conservatories in Kendal or Lancaster for the latest Conservatory Designs, Orangeries and energy saving Double Glazing.