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Edwardian Conservatories
Edwardian Conservatories from Direct Conservatories 4U
The Edwardian conservatory is a popular style due to its streamlined elegant structure and the ease of fitting furniture into its rectangular shape.
This simple structure means the Edwardian conservatory lends itself well to small spaces, its rectangular base maximising the floor space available in even the smallest garden The design also offers extra headroom, giving a spacious feel to even the most modest of conservatories.
Becoming popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, conservatories in the UK were originally elaborate and ornate structures which represented a grand edition to an architectural style focusing on adornment and intricate detailing.
By the time Edward was on the throne, architecture began to reflect the affordable housing for the new middles classes, which were modeled on traditional country buildings with simple designs. The design of these Edwardian conservatories reflects the simple approach to building of the era.
Buying your conservatory direct
We have made buying your Edwardian DIY conservatory direct from Direct Conservatories 4U as simple and as easy as possible. You can either order an Edwardian self-build conservatory by style, choosing from our specifications in the left column of this page, or you can request a quote to your own specifications.
If you'd like to browse the different DIY conservatories options, we can send you a copy of our free brochure with no obligation to buy your conservatory from us.
To an expert about your conservatory requirements, then call Direct Conservatories 4U on 0845 058 6001. Our phone lines are open Monday to Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 9am-2pm.
If you're planning to build your own conservatory, you'll be reassured to know that our Edwardian self-build conservatories kits come with a full set of installation instructions and diagrams. Each of our kits has been designed specifically for ease of installation.
As our name suggests, we supply direct from the factory, supplying cheap conservatories by cutting out the middle man. We then save you even more money by giving you the choice of either DIY installation or employing your own local builder.
Styles and types of Edwardian conservatory
All of our Edwardian conservatories include two top-opening vents and a pair of French doors (sometimes called “French windows”) as standard. We also offer a number of conservatory extras to allow you to personalise your conservatory.
If you thought having a property with low eaves, such as a cottage or bungalow, meant only having the option of a traditional/lean-to conservatory, then think again.
Edwardian conservatories are available with a double-hipped roof as well as a standard roof. A double-hipped roof allows for increased roof height, not restricted by the height of the building it is connected to. (Our double-hipped conservatories come with a rear box gutter.)
Our conservatories are made from a unique framing system, which combines structural integrity with a faster, easier installation. Our conservatory roofs are made from PVCu-clad aluminium which comes in two finishes: white PVCu and woodgrain PVCu. We only use grade 1 virgin high quality durable PVCu, with no re-grind, so we can guarantee against PVCu discolouration.
The roof's aluminium core offers strength and our roofs are glazed with polycarbonate panels as standard. The glazing options available are: clear, opal, bronze and bronze on opal tinted polycarbonate panels, either 25mm or 35mm thick, or Celsius Performance Glass.
All of our Edwardian conservatories are available in dwarf wall, infill panel and glass to ground styles. Dwarf wall conservatories have a small brick wall at the base of each conservatory wall, which gives the feeling that the conservatory is an integral part of the house.
Infill panel conservatories emulate the style of a traditional sunroom. They give the additional privacy the dwarf wall style offers, but are easier to self-build. Glass to ground conservatories offer maximum light exposure but less privacy than dwarf wall and infill panel conservatories.
Find out more about our different styles of Edwardian conservatories
White PVCu Edwardian conservatory - dwarf wall
White PVCu Edwardian conservatory - infill panel
White PVCu Edwardian conservatory - glass to ground
White double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - dwarf wall
White double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - infill panel
White double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - glass to ground
Woodgrain PVCu Edwardian conservatory - dwarf wall
Woodgrain PVCu Edwardian conservatory - infill panel
Woodgrain PVCu Edwardian conservatory - glass to ground
Woodgrain double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - dwarf wall
Woodgrain double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - infill panel
Woodgrain double-hipped PVCu Edwardian conservatory - glass to ground
Budget Edwardian conservatories
We offer a range of Budget Conservatories, including budget Edwardian conservatories, available in dwarf wall and glass to ground styles. All of our budget conservatories come with two top-opening vents, a pair of French doors and 25mm opal polycarbonate roof sheets as standard.
Is an Edwardian style conservatory right for you
Edwardian style conservatories are just one of the many styles in our range. Find out more about the other styles of PVCu conservatory we offer: Pavilion Conservatories, P-Shape Conservatories, Traditional Conservatories, Victorian Conservatories and Bespoke Conservatories.
We also sell, Garden Buildings which emulate the style of an old-fashioned gazebo, and add real glamour to any garden where a conservatory isn't an option.
Take a look at the images in our gallery if you want to compare the different types and styles of conservatory we offer.