Home BuildingIntermediate

Build a Conservatory

From bare patio to glazed extension.

Phases5
Estimated time8–12 weekends
Courses3 live · 4 coming
Build a Conservatory

A complete build programme: groundworks, brickwork, roofing, services, and finishing. Five courses that take you from planning permission to a room you can actually use.

Phase 1 of 5

Groundworks & Foundations

Excavate, set up formwork, pour concrete footings, and lay the floor slab.

Phase 2 of 5

Brickwork & Blockwork

Build the dwarf wall, piers, and window openings to DPC level.

Phase 3 of 5

Roof Frame & Glazing

Install the ridge, rafters, purlins, and polycarbonate or glass panels.

Phase 4 of 5

Electrics & Plumbing

First-fix wiring, sockets, lighting circuit, and a radiator spur.

conservatory electrics

Coming soon

Phase 5 of 5

Plastering, Flooring & Finishing

Render the dwarf wall, lay floor tiles, hang the door, and paint everything out.

conservatory finishing

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Patching and Plastering Walls

Coming soon

How to Tile a Bathroom or Kitchen

Coming soon