Does my conservatory have foundations?

Does my conservatory have foundations?

A conservatory is a building extension just like any other, so it needs the same foundations as any building work. Where brick or stone is visible in the base or in dwarf walls, materials should be chosen that match the main building unless you specifically want something different.

Can a conservatory have solid walls?

Can you build a conservatory with one solid wall? Yes. You can have full height brick walls on one or two sides of your conservatory. Our team of designers and surveyors will ensure that a feasible and great looking design is manufactured, and try to match the brickwork to your home.

How deep do foundations need to be for a conservatory?

The foundations will avoid any future structural failings or possible subsidence. How deep do foundations need to be? Foundation depth depends on many factors. Good practice would be to have at least a 600mm trench in hard ground, 1000mm in softer ground and up to 1500mm in particularly fragile settings.

How big of a trench do you need for a conservatory?

Good practice would be to have at least a 600mm trench in hard ground, 1000mm in softer ground and up to 1500mm in particularly fragile settings. Obviously this will affect the conservatory building costs but corners should never be cut with foundations.

What kind of cement to use for Conservatory footings?

Dig down to what you believe is solid ground, cut a square peg, 50mm x 50mm and bang it into the bottom of the trench with a lump or club hammer. You should not be able to drive the peg in any more than 150mm (6inches) without difficulty. When you concrete the mix should be 6 of mixed aggregate (ballast) and 1 cement.

Can a conservatory be installed from the ground up?

Many people assume that, like windows and doors, conservatories can be installed from the ground up. But conservatories are more like an extension of your house, and need to have the same structural stability as any other building. A conservatory is only ever as strong as its foundations – without the correct footings, it could start to subside.