Just a few short years ago the idea of having a hot tub or Jacuzzi at home was laughable. Hot tubs were the prerogative of the wealthy and beyond the financial reach of most people. Fast forward to today and installing a contemporary hot tub room is not just an attractive proposition but also relatively inexpensive.
Nowadays, anybody with a small back garden can enjoy the relaxing benefits of soaking in a hot tub. The notoriously fickle British weather is not conducive to the use of an outdoors spa but a purpose-built hot tub room overcomes this problem and allows year-round enjoyment regardless of the vagaries of the weather.
Many Benefits!
Glass extensions are quickly and easily installed and provide many benefits for users:
• Relaxing - The number one reason most people cite for having a hot tub is to be able to simply chill out and relax in a comfortable and pleasant environment. A glass extension can become a haven of peace and tranquillity with the addition of a hot tub, heating, some plants and subtle lighting. Simply soaking in soothing bath of warm water in tranquil surroundings is a great way to unwind at the end of a hard day or week.
• Fun and Pleasure - The addition of a glass extension to your home will add countless hours of fun and pleasure for the entire family. Why sit indoors looking at the rain falling when you can be enjoying yourself splashing around in your own little insulated oasis of warmth and relaxation.
• Entertaining - A glass extension is also a great place for entertaining friends in a casual and stress-free environment. Arranging summer BBQ’s can be a risky business with good weather never guaranteed but a glass extension is always available for use regardless of the time of year.
• Healthy - Hot tubs may not have any direct physical benefits apart from being relaxing but they can certainly increase our mental well-being. A lot of people are often down during the long, dull winter days and being able to relax in a hot tub room at any time can only have a positive effect.
Welcome Escape
Relaxing in a warm and comfortable hot tub room is a welcome escape from the stresses of everyday life for at least a while. A glass extension could be easily converted into a contemporary hot tub room and your own get-away-from-it-all space. Hot tubs are becoming more affordable every day and provide hours of fun and relaxation for the young and the old. Easily maintained and inexpensive to run, your own hot tub room is the ideal place to relax and improve your overall quality of life without breaking the bank.
The right
accessories can take something from ordinary to amazing, and this is as true in
home design as it is in fashion. You deserve a stunning garden room or veranda,
so bring out the best in your new space by taking a step back from the bigger
picture and focusing on the smaller details.
At
SunSpaces we make this an easy process for you. We have 12 years of experience
behind us, meaning that we have an eye for what works together well. We will
put our expertise to work for you because we want to produce something special
that you can be proud of. Our friendly, helpful staff are always on hand to
listen to your needs and help guide you through your options and choices.
We have a
wide range of guttering, heating, lighting and blinds available, alongside our
roof shade system, frame colour options and choices of roofing materials.
Whilst we provide a wide selection of possibilities, our aim is make you happy
through helping you perfect your SunSpaces .
No two
garden rooms are the same: some are used in the daytime whilst others are
evening hideaways; some get full sunlight all day whilst others are in more
shady spots. Our range includes roofing materials that can obscure sunlight or
repel up to 68% of the sun's heat, keeping you cool and able to enjoy the view
on the hottest summer afternoons. In addition we have a wide range of blinds
and different options for a roof shade system to help you make the most of an
outside room.
For the
winter months, we offer LED lighting systems (with remote control operation)
and heating systems to make your space a bright, warm place whatever the
weather. We will help you think through all of these possibilities, ensuring
that your accessories help you to make the most of and enjoy the best of your
new space. Just contact us on 029
2080 3756 to find out more.
The New Year is already under way, as is the cold and wet winter weather. If you’re looking forward to warmer sunnier days, an excellent New Year’s resolution could be to make sure you’re better placed to enjoy those days this year. One of the hottest trends in lifestyle and home improvement right now is the coming together of indoor and outdoor spaces. Verandas and patios are placed to maximise direct sunlight, enhance garden views and merge with the indoor transition area by using complementary looks and styles in furnishing and flooring. Another part of the indoors/outdoors trend is the inclusion of ‘garden rooms’ that immerse you in the scenery.
VERANDA PURPOSE AND STYLE
If you and your family enjoy relaxing outdoors, enjoying the sunshine and summer breezes but you don’t have a formal space set aside for this purpose it may be time to invest in a veranda. Not only will a veranda provide protection from rain - it will most likely increase the value of your home as well. A veranda can be constructed to flow almost seamlessly from your kitchen/dining area to maximise the living space for entertainment and dining purposes.
Verandas can be customised to reflect architectural features of your home if desired, including reflecting roof pitch and column styles. Depending on how you want to use this space, you may also want to consider enclosing one or more sides to give some protection from the weather or privacy and to allow for use all year round.
Do you just want to while away the time enjoying the garden view, listening to a little music or reading a book on a sunny day? Or do you want to take advantage of those balmy summer evenings, with the back doors flung open to the veranda and flowing into a great BBQ area where you can entertain guests? Whatever style you decide upon should be based upon a mix of purpose and budget. If you’re a handy type of person you might also consider a DIY solution with an easy to assemble veranda kit.
CREATING GARDEN ROOMS
The Victorian conservatory concept has been reinterpreted for contemporary living with the advent of ‘garden rooms’. These enclosed home extensions use large expanses of glass to provide an unimpeded view of the garden and scenic outlooks. They are often constructed using lightweight aluminium frames to keep construction costs low, while still providing a sturdy structure that aims to keep the worst of the weather at bay. Properly sited, a garden room can be a great suncatcher in the colder months, with windows and doors opened up in the warm months for easy access to the garden. They are a superb way to connect with the sights, sounds and scents of nature.
Whether you decide upon a veranda or garden room you are certain to improve both the livability and value of your home.
Our 3D design service is available for FREE to help you bring your project to life!
If you’re wondering how a Garden Room or Veranda will look in
your outdoor space we at SunSpaces
now offer a complete design service to our customers, helping you to design
your perfect outdoor space. We can help you choose the right products to suit your
style and lifestyle, and can even help you install it too.
With our FREE 3D design service, we can help you to visualize
exactly what your finished area will look like. Working with our CAD
specialist, you can try out different designs, products and colours until you
find the right solution.
If you’re thinking of purchasing our SunSpaces
products, here is our four-step guide designed to help you proceed with minimum
fuss:
1. If you need help designing your dream Garden Room or Veranda call us on 029 2080 3750. We can talk you through the product options and colours to see what suits you.
2. Either send us some rough measurements of the area that you want to revamp or upload a rough outline of your plans below.
3. Next, you can liaise with our 3D designer to help transform your ideas into your dream outdoor space. Using advanced design software, they will produce electronic drawings to help you see what your finished design will look like.
4. Once you're happy with the 3D design and you're ready to go ahead, we even offer an installation service, making the whole process completely hassle-free!
When you choose the structure of your garden room or veranda, you aren't relegated to a plain wooden colour anymore. You can now choose from a variety of colours, including grey, white and cream to really make it stand out. Then, you can add colour matched roof blinds, lighting and heating products to enhance the space.
When it comes to the ceiling materials, you can choose from a range of options. That includes clear polycarbonate, which allows more natural light in than some other options. Opal polycarbonate is great for allowing some light in, but also for blocking some sunlight so you can seek refuge from the sun's rays when it's too hot. Glass is also an option, one that lets in plenty of light and allows you see out of your sunshade structure. You can also choose IR clear polycarbonate, which helps repel heat so that the inside of your structure is cool, even when it's hot outside.
If you plan to spend time outdoors after dark, it makes sense to install some kind of lighting inside your garden room. LED lights are a premier option that create atmosphere and make it easy to see and which can also be controlled with a remote device.
You'll also need gutters on your structure to keep it safe from the elements and move moisture and precipitation away from your home so it doesn't damage it. The standard gutter is always a fine choice that blends with most garden room and veranda construction. However, you can also choose a round or classic design if you want to create a unique look.
If you want roof shades or blinds, you can choose from a varied selection of materials and colours to get the look you want. The blinds can cover the spaces in your structure to keep the sun out when you want to provide some shade.
Finally, heating systems enable you to enjoy your outdoor space all year round. Heaters are available in several sizes and strengths so that you can match your needs to the perfect outdoor heater.
