A Glass Extension

There are more and more householders that are making their kitchens bigger to achieve much more space and light. The older bricks and mortar extensions and more conventional conservatories are making way for a newer sleek glass made extension to the rear of the house. However is it easy and affordable to get that great look? Below are some questions for you to ask yourself before you start:

Would a Glass Extension Suit The Way I live?
Firstly, be real. A futuristic-looking glass structure straight out of a magazine will give your home fantastic light and space as well as the wow factor, but you will be subject to onlookers. Lack of privacy could be a something to consider. Also think carefully about how you will cool the room. During summer, a room of glass can get really hot. Maybe a partly glazed version could be a more practical option. London Glazing can advise.

What Glass Options are out there?
Your wallet will dictate which way you can introduce glass into your kitchen. There have been great advances in this technology that has produced larger, stronger panes so that even complete sections of ceiling can now be replaced with glass. Fitting a skylight (or window in the roof) is a really cost effective way of bringing light into an extension.

Glass Sliding Doors?
Ordinary French patio doors can be changed for the latest concertina style glass doors along the width of a whole wall. Although, a set of around seven glazed panels covering an 18ft opening could cost in the region of £8,000, however, this can really bring the outside into your home as well as providing extra ventilation on hotter days.

Advice on Glass Extensions:
Make sure you think very carefully about where to locate a roof light in a kitchen extension. Above the cooking or dining area is usually good. London Glaziers fit extensions. A frameless glass box structure can be costly, but it’s worth investing in top quality glass with high performance coatings, otherwise the room can get unbearably hot.