Conservatories. Adding a conservatory or a glass box extension is now an extremely popular means to increase the available space in your home, as well as adding value to your property. A glass extension can be beneficial for a wide range of reasons: Due to the development in both thermally insulating glass and solar-control glass, you will be able to use this additional room/area all year round.

Conservatories (England) Changes to the Building Regulations for new and existing dwellings in England are expected to have an impact upon glass and glazing products, but they do not affect conservatories. Published on 15 th December 2021 and coming into force on 15 th June 2022, the government has set out its new requirements for Part L (conservation of fuel and power) of the Building Regulations and the supporting Approved Document for dwellings in England.

Replacement Conservatory Roofs with Pilkington Activ™ Pilkington Activ™ Self-cleaning glass - How it works Benefits Increased energy efficiency for greater comfort and lower heating bills. Less noise when it rains for a more relaxing and peaceful environment. Revolutionary self-cleaning glass for a more practical and attractive finish.

Conservatories - ways to refresh tired rooms, control temperatures and help to reduce energy costs. Reclaim Tired Conservatories with Pilkington JavaScript is not enabled in your browser

A Brief History of the glass Conservatory A Glazing Record – The Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge A preference for products that are good for the planet A Vision of the Future – The Shard Add an extra touch of style to your home with Pilkington Decorative glass All change at Snow Hill Alternative Glass Designs

Our range of decorative products comprises transparent or translucent glass such as screen printed glass, laminated glass with tinted or white translucent interlayer, acid etched glass, texture glass, or fully opaque products such as enamelled glass, mirrors, and reflective spandrel panels.

In temperate regions, it can be used to balance solar control with high levels of natural light. Solar control glass can be specified for any situation where excessive solar heat gain is likely to be an issue, eg. large facades, glass walkways, atria and conservatories. All products are available in toughened or laminated form for safety and security requirements, and can be combined with other benefits such as noise control.

The UK’s leading energy-efficient glass brand. Range Overview. Pilkington K Glass™ is the UK’s leading thermal glass brand. Established for over 30 years and easily stocked, processed and installed, it has become the trusted solution for meeting Building Regulations concerning energy efficiency.

The Pilkington Activ™ range of products combines both self-cleaning and solar control properties, helping to keep the glass cleaner and clearer. The ideal glass solution for conservatories and orangeries.

We manufacture, process and distribute glass in the UK under the Pilkington brand name, using the most advanced glass and coating technology. We offer a wide range of innovative flat glass solutions for the construction industry, including the patented Pilkington Planar™ structural glazing system.