http://raffertydawso.jigsy.com/entries/general/How-A-Weekly-Conservatory-Door-Hinge-Replacement-Project-Can-Change-Your-Life How Replacement Conservatory Windows Can Enhance Your Home Replacing the windows in your conservatory that are old can boost your home's aesthetic appeal and increase its utility. Newer materials also offer superior soundproofing and a more peaceful indoor environment. Pick tinted or frosted glass to keep your privacy and reduce the amount of sunlight entering your conservatory. Modern self-cleaning glass can be used to avoid long-lasting cleaning. Improved Energy Efficiency A conservatory may feel like a natural extension of your home, and offers plenty of space and natural light. But if your old windows for your conservatory are not well insulated it can make it difficult to regulate temperatures, and energy bills can be very high. You can drastically reduce your heating and cooling bills by introducing new double or triple glazing. You could save as much as PS1,200 a year. You can boost the thermal efficiency of your conservatory more by putting in roof vents and using a solid roof rather than an open one. This will reduce humidity and condensation in the winter months and also prevent overheating in the summer. Replacing your doors with brand new uPVC or aluminum conservatory doors could help to lower the cost of energy. Modern doors are made to a higher standard than older doors and are equipped with more sophisticated locking mechanisms. A conservatory that is properly and insulated will not only help reduce your energy costs however, it will also increase the value of your home. The old and inefficient glass can cause your home to lose up to 18% of its heat. Upgrade to A-rated double glazed windows to cut down on the loss of heat by up to 30 percent. This will make your home more energy efficient and lower your utility bills. Conservatories can be a wonderful addition to your home and create an extra living space without having to spend