TuffX key to conservatory refurb

Award-winning conservatory refurbishment specialist, Apple & Oak, has replaced a tired, 13-year orangery at a 300-year-old oak framed country house in Cranbrook, Kent.

Suffering from leaks and a lack of maintenance, the 30ft orangery, constructed in 2010 on the south-facing elevation of the house, was in need of a full renovation.

Apple & Oak completed a full external preparation and treatment of the oak timber work, added new leadwork, additional oak drip sections and, using glass specialists TuffX as its supplier, installed a new glass roof.

TuffX supplied 6mm bronze toughened glass with polished edges. During installation, working with the original rafters proved difficult as they were twisted and bowed from drying out over time, which meant the glass had to be tightened to the rafters carefully and with equal pressure.

“This project really shows what we can do, and cements our reputation as a leading company for bespoke conservatory restoration,” said Apple & Oak’s managing director, Adam Brown.

Apple & Oak has been a TuffX customer for three years. “We chose TuffX as our supplier because it has a wide range of products for homeowners looking to upgrade the thermal performance and usability of their conservatory. There is a good amount of choice but not so much it confuses customers.

“TuffX also provides a great sample pack so the customer can see the difference in appearance between the alternative types of glass as well as comparing thermal and UV performance.

“From an installers point of view, the oversize glass TuffX can provide – single conservatory roof glass units up to 4,000mm – is really useful, as it looks great and reduces the potential for leaks. Plus, TuffX offers great customer service and is always fast at providing quotes and pricing when needed.”