Is Putting a Solid Roof on a Conservatory Compliant with Building Regulations?
Under normal circumstances, most conservatories are exempt from building regulations. However, that exemption depends on certain criteria that the conservatory…
Can Solar Panels Be Hidden?
Solar panels (also known as photovoltaic panels) are increasingly popular. The average price of a solar panel installation has fallen…
Are Conservatories Environmentally Friendly?
Conservatories remain as popular as ever for anyone wanting to quickly and cost-effectively expand their living space. They offer a…
Find Metrotile products on NBS Plus and in the National BIM Library
To help make finding technical information about our products easier and to aid design, Metrotile products can now be found…
How Many Photovoltaic Roof Tiles Do You Need?
Photovoltaic solar panels and roof tiles are becoming increasingly popular for a variety of reasons, both economic and environmental. Not…
Do You Need Planning Permission for Solar Panels?
The cost of installing photovoltaics panels (commonly called ‘solar panels’) is continuing to fall and increases in energy prices are…
The Advantages of Alternate Building Materials
Most modern UK building are constructed from the same kinds of materials, such as brick, stone, concrete and wood. However,…
What Does the Tesla Powerwall Mean for the Future of Photovoltaics?
As the price of solar panels continues to fall, more and more people are choosing to take advantage of the…
Is an Orangery Warmer than a Conservatory?
Conservatories are as popular as ever, but keeping them warm enough to use in winter is a perennial problem. The…
What Types of Lightweight Roofing Are There?
Lightweight roofing can be extremely useful in a number of situations, including replacing glass roofs on conservatories, for low pitched…
Is a conservatory a good investment?
Extending your home by adding a conservatory can be a great way to enjoy the sunshine without having to put…
3 common myths about metal roofs (that aren’t true)
Many homeowners are put off by the thought of a house with a metal roof because of the common myths…