What is the difference between a house extension and a conservatory?

When you are deciding how you would like to extend your home, you may be left wondering which is the better choice between a conservatory and a house extension. In this article, we take a look at the differences between a conservatory and a house extension, their benefits and which might be the right choice for your home in Hampshire.

What is a conservatory?

A conservatory is an added living space to the home, usually at the back of the house, but can also be featured on the side and tends to be built with a glass roof. Conservatories can come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, allowing you to create a space with endless possibilities. Conservatories can range from the classic Victorian conservatory, which has a steeped roof and a curved front window allowing for panoramic views of your garden, all the way through to P-shaped conservatories, which would enable a multi-purpose space such as a dining room combined with an office.

Benefits Of Conservatories

• – Conservatories tend to have a glass roof, which allows for natural light to flood into your home and brighten up the interior.
• – A conservatory is a great way to have smooth access from your home to your garden—a wise choice for families to enjoy beautiful sunny days.
• – Through access to natural light, conservatories create an excellent opportunity for indoor plants in your home and become a space for the plants to grow.

What is a house extension?

As expected, a house extension is an extension of the house. House extensions are designed to match the decor and the structure of the home, which is done by using similar materials. In doing so, house extensions are a more practical choice for homes looking for an extra bedroom or kitchen. In comparison to conservatories, house extensions usually have more secure roofs, such as a solid roof, whereas a conservatory tends to have a glass roof.

Benefits of House Extensions

• – House extensions effortlessly fit the rest of the home, so you can enjoy an additional space that adds functionality while keeping in line with the home’s personality.
  
• – House extensions can be added to any part of your home in Hampshire, so you have complete freedom for flexibility in terms of shape and design.
  
• – As house extensions have insulated roofs, they stay at a consistent temperature all year round with less risk of overheating in the summer when in direct sunlight.

Should I get a conservatory or a house extension?

Each home has different requirements so it can be difficult to make a decision on whether to go with a conservatory or a house extension. There are quite a few factors to consider with one of the essential points being how you want to use the space with a conservatory making for a wonderful space to bridge the gap between your home and garden whereas an house extension is a excellent choice for kitchens. However, both a conservatory and a house extension are a wise investment that will add value to your everyday life and the property value itself.

Conservatory Prices Hampshire

If you are interested in a conservatory or house extension then you have come to the right place with Modern Light Room Extensions as we have years of experience in conservatory installations and house extension installations. We use high quality matertials from industry leading brands such as Ultraframe and our team are all Certass certified installer. Speak with our expert team today by filling out our contact form or by giving us a call at 023 8081 1432 to start your home extension project. If you are looking for a quick quote for a new conservatory or house extension, you can use our bespoke quoting engine, and you can get a free conservatory price in minutes.