Glevum Blogs

Posted on July, 2019 A roof upgrade from Glevum is proving a more popular option than ever. Perhaps you are facing the issue of your conservatory being too hot in summer and too cold in winter? Or maybe you want to keep your existing conservatory, but it’s time for a freshen up? Other customers opt […]

Posted on June, 2019 There can be a tendency for people to neglect their front doors and to not give them the attention they deserve, but why? They are the first and last thing people see, so maybe it’s time to treat them well and make a statement with them. So let’s look at some

Posted on March, 2019 Now that spring is here, home renovations and extensions are commonly amongst homeowners’ top priorities. This time of year is where many homeowners are in a rush to expand their living space. So why should you consider a Glevum conservatory or orangery? We have highlighted 5 important reasons in hope to

Posted on May, 2019 One of the major questions our customers have is the difference between triple vs double glazing: is one better than the other? So, what is the difference between double and triple glazing? Here’s the Glevum guide to take a closer look at the two glazing options, to help advise you of

Posted on April, 2019 What is FENSA? FENSA is the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme – it is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors, in England and Wales. The scheme was set up by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) alongside other partnerships, after the government launched the new Building

Posted on February, 2019 We are a nation of home improvers. A survey by the insurer Hiscox last March amply demonstrated this – with 15% of homeowners choosing to improve rather than move – a fivefold increase on five years before that. If chosen well, windows and doors won’t only be an excellent first impression

Posted on August 30, 2017 Have you noticed that over the recent months you cannot help but notice somebody having their conservatory roof or ads in the paper or on the radio selling solid roof options? It is not surprising as the replacement of old plastic or glass roofs with solid roofs is a big

Posted on September 26, 2017 With the prospect of shorter and chillier days just around the corner, you might find the prospect of spending less time in the garden a bit depressing. For those fortunate enough to have a Conservatory though, they have the perfect link between the garden and the home and a place

Posted on September 12, 2017 What is important to YOU when choosing a front door? Our homes are as individual and unique as we are. Each family home will have different requirements for the perfect front door, depending on style, security requirements and functionality. Choosing your dream door doesn’t have to be a chore. By

Posted on July 02, 2017 Whether you live in a studio apartment, a two bed semi-detached house or a rural manor house, your home is your castle and you need to protect it. Home security and safety is an important concern for most people, but it needn’t be a worry. With a few simple techniques,