solid roof conservatories

We approach the building of a bespoke or handmade solid roof conservatory in a similar way to a traditional all glass roof conservatory in that the frames and doors are normally the same layout. Subject to roof loadings calculations we will often “beef up” the construction timber profiles as necessary. In conjunction with our builders/roofers we will normally construct all the roof rafters and ridge with the roofing contractor finishing with membrane, insulation, tiles or slates or similar.

Whereas we will normally build with the tried and tested and very stable solid Sapele timber hardwood, we have constructed for clients in oak and other hardwoods. There are caveats to using these other timbers however in that there can certainly be more movement experienced with such woods. Therefore when attempting to provide a stable frame construction for double glazed units this can prove difficult with the possibility that stability is compromised in the sense that window sashes may become tight/loose, the glass itself put under stress and the main timbers possibly twisting and warping.