Inspired Glazing builds uPVC conservatories in Marlow, as well as orangeries, porches and replacement roofs, for homes from the riverside streets to Marlow Bottom. Our base at Fifield is about 7 miles away, so we can usually reach you in around 20 to 25 minutes. Each conservatory is designed for the house it joins and covered by our 10-year guarantee.
Free survey for a uPVC conservatory in Marlow
Surveyed and fitted by our own team from Fifield, with lead times from 10 days and a 10-year guarantee. Tell us what you have in mind and we will book a free survey.
Designing for Marlow gardens
Garden sizes and shapes vary a lot across Marlow. Some houses near the centre have long, narrow plots. Suburban semis tend to have more regular rectangular gardens. On the slopes towards Marlow Bottom and Marlow Common, the ground can fall away quite sharply. We also build in Little Marlow, Bisham and Medmenham. Before suggesting a shape, we look at which way the garden faces, how the room will be used and where the doors from the house sit.
Which conservatory shape?
- Lean-to. A clean, simple run along the back wall. A lean-to conservatory is ideal under bungalow eaves and on smaller terraces.
- Victorian. A Victorian conservatory has a bay-fronted, faceted end and decorative ridge details. It looks at home beside older brick houses.
- Edwardian. Square corners make an Edwardian conservatory easy to furnish and make the most of the floor area.
- Regency and Elizabethan. These are classic variants with their own roof and glazing proportions.
- Gable. A tall, flat glazed front that lets in plenty of light.
- L-shaped, T-shaped and P-shaped. A larger conservatory can wrap around a corner as an L-shaped conservatory, project from the centre as a T-shaped conservatory, or combine a lean-to with a rounded end as a P-shaped conservatory.
Roof choices for comfort all year
The roof makes the biggest difference to how comfortable a conservatory is. A solid roof conservatory is insulated, quieter in heavy rain and easier to heat. A glass roof conservatory with modern solar-control glass stays bright and keeps glare in check. Polycarbonate is still the lightest and simplest roof, though it is the least effective at controlling temperature. If you have an older conservatory with a polycarbonate roof, look at our replacement conservatory roofs. We can usually keep the frames and replace just the roof. For a more solid feel, an orangery combines brick piers with a roof lantern. A small front porch is another project we often build.
Colours and doors to the garden
White is a classic choice. Woodgrain foils give a softer look, and a dual-colour frame lets you have grey outside and white inside. For the garden opening, choose between uPVC French doors, a sliding patio door and aluminium bifolds from the Smart Visofold or Cortizo ranges. If you prefer aluminium for the whole room, see our aluminium windows and doors in Marlow page.
Bases on sloping and riverside plots
Marlow Town Council notes that flood risk limits building in the southern part of the town by the river. Higher up, the issue is more often a sloping garden. Either way, the conservatory base is designed for the specific site, with the floor level, drainage and footings decided before the frames are made.
Planning rules and Building Regulations
The Planning Portal sets out the permitted development limits for a single-storey conservatory:
- A rear conservatory can project up to 4 metres on a detached house or 3 metres on other houses. It can be no more than 4 metres high.
- Within 2 metres of a boundary, the eaves cannot exceed 3 metres.
- A side conservatory must be single storey and no wider than half the original house.
- All extensions and outbuildings together must not cover more than half the land around the original house.
Rules are stricter in conservation areas such as central Marlow and Little Marlow. Check with Buckinghamshire Council before going ahead. You can find more in our guide to planning permission for conservatories and porches.
Building Regulations normally do not apply if the conservatory:
- is at ground level and under 30 square metres;
- is single storey;
- is separated from the house by external-quality walls, windows or doors;
- has independent heating with its own controls;
- has compliant glazing and electrics.
If the plan involves cutting a new opening through the back wall of the house, that part of the work still needs approval.
What affects the cost
Floor area, roof type, base work and the doors you choose all affect the price. Our conservatory cost guide explains each factor. If your house windows need replacing too, see uPVC windows and doors in Marlow. We also build conservatories in Bourne End, Cookham and Maidenhead.
Talk to us about your Marlow conservatory
We offer a free survey and design visit at your home. Call 01753 965 005, WhatsApp 07934 152 343, or use our free quote form. The office is open 8am to 6pm on weekdays and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.
Frequently asked questions
Is my Marlow home covered by permitted development for a conservatory?
Most houses outside conservation areas have permitted development rights for a modest single-storey conservatory within the size limits. However, flats do not have them, and some estates have conditions removing them. In central Marlow or Little Marlow, check with Buckinghamshire Council. We can help you find out whether a planning condition applies to your property.
Can a conservatory be built on a sloping Marlow garden?
Yes. On a slope, we design the base with stepped footings or a raised floor so the conservatory sits level with the house. On some plots, a few steps down to the garden become part of the design. The survey is where we measure the fall and plan the base properly.
Which roof is best for a south-facing conservatory in Marlow?
A south-facing room gets a lot of sun, so a solid roof or solar-control glass is usually the best choice. A solid roof with one or two glazed panels or a lantern still lets in good light while keeping summer heat down. Polycarbonate is the least effective option facing south.
Do you build orangeries in Marlow?
Yes. An orangery uses brick or rendered piers and a flat perimeter roof with a central lantern. It feels more like a proper extension than a fully glazed conservatory. Orangeries suit many of Marlow's brick houses. They follow similar planning limits, so we will talk through permitted development and Building Regulations at the design stage.
Are bifold doors available on a uPVC conservatory?
Yes. We can fit aluminium bifolds from the Smart Visofold or Cortizo ranges as the garden opening on a uPVC conservatory. If you prefer a simpler or more affordable option, uPVC French doors and sliding patio doors are also available. All of them come in colours that match the frames.