Seasonal conservatories
Seasonal conservatories are the perfect choice for those who want to create a cosy space that can be used mainly in spring, summer and autumn. Unlike all-season conservatories, they don’t require as much thermal insulation but can still offer protection from the weather while allowing you to stay in touch with nature.
Seasonal conservatories: Suitable glazing
Advantages of seasonal conservatories
Protection against weather
- They protect from wind, rain and dust, while still allowing you to enjoy the outdoors.
Natural light
- Large glass surfaces provide plenty of daylight.
More space
- Ideal for relaxing, growing plants or enjoying time with your family and friends.
Budget-friendly
- Thanks to lower insulation requirements the structure is cheaper than all-season conservatories.
Glazing for seasonal conservatories
When choosing glazing for a seasonal conservatory, it is important to consider sun protection, safety and the overall appearance. Recommendations:
Thermally strengthened double-glazing
- Provides basic thermal insulation and protection in mildly cooler weather.
- Reduces the risk of moisture condensation on the glass.
- Products: Thermobel Standard, Thermobel Wintergarden, Thermobel Roof, Thermobel Wintergarden Roof
Glazing with solar protection
- Protects the interior from overheating in summer.
- Products: Thermobel Wintergarden, Thermobel Wintergarden Roof
Safety glass
- Thermally strengthened or laminated glass increases the impact resistance and ensures protection for example against cracking during storms.
- Products: Stratobel, Thermally strengthened glass
Sliding or folding glass panels
- Help open the space in warmer days easily, thus encouraging the flexible and diverse use of the winter garden.
- The air can run freely while the panels will still shield you from the rain.
- Products: Stratobel, Thermobel Standard, Thermobel Wintergarden, Planibel, Matelux
Other things to consider when choosing your winter garden glazing
Temperature control
- Low solar factor glazing helps maintain a comfortable temperature while minimising heat losses during cooler evenings.
- Products: the Wintergarden range
Appearance
- You can choose from clear, tinted or frosted glass depending on the design of your garden and your personal preferences.
- Products: Planibel Bronze/Grey, Matelux
Weather resistance
- Thermally toughened glass can better withstand hail, frost and other extreme conditions.
- Always adapt your design to the local conditions outside (wind, useful load etc.).
Installation and care tips
When planning your winter garden you should consider not only the suitable type of glazing, but also proper installation and ventilation solutions to avoid excessive overheating or condensation.
Seasonal conservatories are a great addition to any home - they provide a comfortable space that allows you to relax in the great outdoors, whatever the weather, keeping the harmony between the interior and exterior intact.