A touch of stately splendour

Few styles capture the proud architectural heritage of the conservatory quite like the Gable. Reminiscent of the grand orneriest and classical conservatories of yesteryear, this type of conservatory enjoys an imposing front elevation with the windows extending to the apex of the roof.

As a result, it enjoys a real sense of presence and can add a feel od stately splendour to any home - and particularly older, period properties. If you're looking for a conservatory that takes you your breath away every time you look at it, then this is definitely the style for you.

Who says all conservatories have to be white? At Roman Windows, we offer a number of different colour options. These options include white and a choice of wood grain effect finishes in golden oak, mahogany, rosewood and beech green. A wood grain effect finish enables you to enjoy the aesthetic appeal of a timber style conservatory, but without the associated maintenance requirements - such as the need for regular painting or rot proofing.

When it comes to glazing your conservatory roof, Roman Windows offers you two main options:

Poly carbonate

Poly carbonate is a special type of translucent plastic that is used in most conservatory roofs. It has been developed to provide a light, inexpensive and easy to install alternative to glass, whilst still offering similar levels of heat insulation and light transmission to standard double glazing. Roman Windows offers you the choice of 16mm, 25mm or 35mm poly carbonate - with the 35mm option offering the higher level of performance due to its increased thickness.

Roman Windows offers you the choice of 16mm, 25mm and the exclusive Aspire 35mm glazing system.

The Aspire 35mm system, which is 40% thicker than ordinary poly carbonate provides exceptional levels of thermal insulation, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer, whilst at the same time, reducing sound transmission and unwanted glare. Combined with high performance standards and minimal maintenance the Aspire system offers very real benefits to the homeowner.

Glass

Whilst glass has probably always been most people’s preferred choice for roof glazing, its weight, fragile nature and poor heat insulation/reflection properties used to make it somewhat impractical.

Now all that has changed. Roman Windows has developed a unique range of performance glass specifically engineered for use in conservatory roofs. Known as Celsius, this glass has a unique micro-coating which enables it to deflect excessive heat from the sun away from the conservatory and to reflect heat from inside the home back into the property. In this way, Celsius keeps conservatories warm in winter and cool in summer, helping to create a room for all seasons.

Further benefits include increased sound insulation, a subtle blue tint to minimise glare and a special easy clean coating which reduces the need for manual cleaning. Plus, with Celsius, you enjoy a clear view through the roof and benefit from the feeling of light and space that a glass roof brings.

In today's home, natural ventilation has been all but eliminated thanks to the use of modern materials and construction techniques. This may be good news in terms of draughts and your heating bills, but it's not so great for your conservatory.

The lack of flowing air can cause condensation to build up and it is always worth considering additional ventilation to guarantee maximum enjoyment from your new investment. This could take the form of ceiling fans, or for the ultimate solution, the Roman Windows roof vent.

This vent has been rigorously tested to ensure its ability to offer the highest levels of weather tightness. In fact, it is able to resist leaks even in the face of winds in excess of 50mph and rainfall of almost 5 inches per hour! The Roman Windows roof vent also offers slim sight lines for enhanced aesthetic appeal, an integral drainage system and is available in a number of colours.

When it comes to your new conservatory, the smallest details can make the biggest difference. To help you create the ideal conservatory environment, Roman Windows can offer you access to a range of products that allow you to make the perfect finishing touch.

Options Interior Decorative Trims

Think all conservatories need to look the same? Think again. The Options range from Roman Windows is an exciting new range of decorative trims that allow you to personalise your conservatory. The trims slide easily into the eaves beam cover (where the roof meets the window frames) and are available in a wide variety of designs and colours to complement the choice of conservatory colour.

The decorative trims are also available in five different design styles. From contemporary to the more traditional designs, you will find an Option to suit your style and taste. For further information on colours and styles click here or download the Options brochure.

Blinds and shades

Adding blinds and shades can help you keep the sun out of your conservatory on hot days, allowing you to maintain the temperature at comfortable levels and protecting your furniture from the sun's bleaching effect. In addition, if your conservatory is overlooked, blinds and shades can give you an extra degree of privacy.

Flooring

Depending on the position and intended use of your conservatory, you have the option of a wide range of different types of flooring. Ceramic floor tiles remain a popular favourite, but have you thought about stone, terra cotta or even sea grass? Marmoleum is also an ideal choice because it's made from natural materials and so doesn't fade in sunlight. Visit www.marmoleum.co.uk for more advice and ideas.