A Plus Aluminium Supplies Products for New Build Garden Room

A Plus Aluminium partners with Admiral Homespace to replace an old conservatory with a light-filled garden room with excellent connectivity.

When it came to replacing an out-dated conservatory with a new build garden room, Mr and Mrs Dee sought the expertise of A Plus Aluminium installer, Admiral Homespace. The couple knew of the home improving and extending company and appointed the Huntingdon-based business to deliver a turnkey solution.

“We knew we wanted a single point of contact for the project as it would be far easier than managing the trades ourselves,” explains Mrs Dee. “Admiral Homespace were recommended to us, and we like that they are a local company.” Hearing about the design service and seeing the products in the company showroom was a deciding factor.

First choice aluminium
“We saw a big window in the showroom and straight away, knew that this was the window for our new garden room.” This product choice influenced the decision to use aluminium windows and doors throughout the new build.

“Thermal performance is important to us, so we were conscious of this when reviewing the different windows and doors, but ultimately the selling point was the large aluminium window. We like the clean lines, slim frames and admirable aesthetics.”

The Dee’s had selected the Technal Dualframe 75 SI Casement window. Fabricated by A Plus Aluminium, the casement window delivers superior thermal and weather performance and can achieve an A+ window energy rating. For added peace of mind it is PAS 24 and Secured by Design compliant.

The 88mm sightlines of the casement window maximises the viewing area and let’s in lots of natural light. This was an important consideration when configuring the space.

Daylight and Flexibility
“We didn’t want the new build to negatively impact light levels in existing rooms within the house, yet we also wanted the room to feel warm, cosy and secure,” continues, Mrs Dee.

“The garden room needed to be a flexible space, one that we can use for a range of purposes depending on how many guests we have in the house. I also regularly use the room for business meetings, so we need to be able to zone it off.”

To achieve this and allow natural light to reach further into the home, Admiral Homespace recommended a combination of windows, external sliding doors and two sets of internal bi-folding doors, all fabricated by A Plus Aluminium.

High performance products
Two Plusfold high performance bi-folding doors with 28mm Clear Tuff Softcoat glass were manufactured in A Plus’s Sandy factory for installation in the property’s original exterior wall. The bi-folds open into the lounge and dining room and can be pulled back to create a more open plan space.

A Plus’s Plusglide 47 sliding door was chosen to connect the garden room with the outdoors. Measuring over 4.6 metres wide, the aluminium sliding door spans the length of the new build extension and adds real wow factor. This is complemented by a feature gable window above.

The Technal Dualframe 75 SI Casement window initially selected by Mr & Mrs Dee is fabricated and installed to stunning effect. Measuring 2.5 x 1.5 metres it frames the view across the patio to the outdoor dining space beyond.

Light transmittance
The external windows and doors are all fitted with 28mm Clear Tuff Softcoat Low Iron glass which, due to lower iron oxide levels is clearer than standard glass and is more transparent. This allows for excellent light transmission.

The aluminium windows and doors are powder coated for a durable and superior finish in Clay Brown RAL 8003M to match the existing windows.

The space we craved
Commenting on the working relationship with Admiral Homespace, Mrs Dee says: “They [Admiral Homespace] advised us throughout, keeping us informed at every stage of the development, promptly responding to any issues that arose, such as underground complications that we were unaware of, and snagging. This was the real value of having a turnkey solution.”

With the garden room complete, the couple have spent time enjoying the space with friends and family. “We are really pleased with the doors,” continues, Mrs Dee, “…they create the flexible living space we craved. Open, they transform the house into a sociable, welcoming home, and closed, they form a cosy, intimate snug – either way, the temperature remains stable. And the amount of natural light is simply amazing. A room for all seasons, we love spending time in there in full sunshine or on a wet, grey day!”

To find out more about Admiral Homespace please visit admiralhomespace.com. To learn more about partnering with A Plus Aluminium, its products and services visit aplusaluminium.co.uk and connect on LinkedIn and Instagram.