Hardwood Timber Conservatories & Orangeries
Sustainably Sourced • Traditional Joinery • Heritage Expertise
Hardwood timber gives a conservatory or orangery something no other material can: natural warmth, authentic grain, and a character that deepens with age. Our bespoke hardwood frames are hand-selected from FSC and PEFC certified forests, paired with NGG high-performance glass for genuine year-round comfort.
Why Hardwood Timber Is the Connoisseur’s Choice
Hardwood timber does what aluminium and UPVC cannot: it brings natural warmth, authentic grain texture, and a living character that improves with every passing year. Our conservatories and orangeries use hand-selected Sapele, Idigbo, or European Oak—each chosen for structural stability, grain beauty, and exceptional durability.
Every structure features NGG (New Generation Glass)—specialist climate-responsive glazing with advanced low-E coatings and argon gas insulation. Combined with the natural thermal mass of hardwood, the result is a room that stays comfortable year-round. Hardwood is also the preferred material for listed buildings and conservation areas, where planning officers expect authentic timber craftsmanship.
Hardwood Conservatory vs. Timber Orangery
Both use the same sustainably sourced hardwood and NGG glass. The choice depends on how you want the space to look, feel, and integrate with your home.
Hardwood Conservatory
Light, Airy & Garden-Connected
A hardwood conservatory maximises natural light with a full NGG glass roof and predominantly glazed walls. The timber frame adds warmth and character that aluminium and UPVC cannot replicate—visible grain, natural texture, and a material that ages beautifully. Ideal for garden-facing living spaces where you want maximum connection to the outdoors.
Timber Orangery
Substantial & Architectural
A timber orangery combines solid insulated perimeter walls with a central glass lantern roof, creating a room that feels like a permanent extension of the house. The hardwood frame provides greater thermal mass, reduced glare, and an architectural presence that suits period and traditional properties. Enhanced acoustics make it ideal for kitchen-diners and everyday living.
Hardwood Timber vs. Aluminium vs. UPVC
The frame material defines the character, warmth, and longevity of your conservatory or orangery. Here is how hardwood timber compares.
Hardwood Timber
Aluminium
UPVC
The Natural Choice for Discerning Homes
Hardwood timber conservatories and orangeries are crafted for homes where character, authenticity, and lasting quality matter.
Ethically Sourced
Sapele, Idigbo, and European Oak from FSC and PEFC certified forests. Traditional joinery meets environmental responsibility and full material traceability.
Expressive Finishes
Natural oils reveal the grain’s depth, or choose from over 200 RAL and custom paint colours. Translucent stains and microporous paints provide lifelong protection.
Heritage Expertise
Trusted for listed properties, conservation areas, and period homes across the South East. Our specialists handle listed building consent and sympathetic design.
NGG Glass Technology
New Generation Glass with warm-edge spacers, low-E coatings, and argon fill. Solar control keeps your conservatory comfortable without blinds or air conditioning.
What Goes Into a Hardwood Conservatory
From selecting the timber to the final finish – every conservatory and orangery is crafted with absolute precision.
Solid Hardwood Frames
Sapele, Idigbo, or European Oak—each piece hand-selected for strength, grain consistency, and structural durability. Every frame is crafted using traditional joinery techniques.
New Generation Glass (NGG)
High-performance roof and wall glass with warm-edge spacer bars, low-E coatings, and argon gas fill. The glass that makes hardwood conservatories comfortable year-round.
Custom Colour & Finish
Natural oils, translucent stains, or over 200 RAL and custom paint colours. Microporous paints allow the timber to breathe while providing lifelong protection and beauty.
Natural Thermal Performance
Hardwood is a natural insulator. Combined with NGG glass and proper sealing, your timber conservatory achieves excellent thermal performance without the cold bridging issues of metal frames.
Bespoke Design
No standard templates. Every conservatory and orangery is designed to your exact dimensions, timber species preference, finish, and how you intend to use the space.
10-Year Structural Guarantee
Backed by UK insurers. Covers the hardwood framework and structural integrity of your conservatory or orangery—full terms supplied with your quotation.
Hardwood Conservatory & Orangery Styles We Design
Every style is fully bespoke. Each is built with the same hardwood craftsmanship and NGG glass technology.
Hardwood Conservatory
Timber Orangery
Hardwood Garden Room
How Homeowners Use Hardwood Conservatories & Orangeries
Every project starts with how you want to live. Here is how homeowners have used hardwood timber to add space, warmth, and value.
Open-Plan Kitchen & Dining Orangery
A family wanted to replace their cramped kitchen extension with a bright, open-plan living space. This full-width hardwood orangery with a central glass lantern roof transformed the ground floor. The NGG roof glass keeps the space comfortable even on the hottest summer days, and the natural timber frame adds warmth no other material can match.
Garden-Facing Living & Dining Space
A couple wanted to make better use of their south-facing garden. This hardwood conservatory features floor-to-ceiling glazing on three sides, flooding the interior with natural light while providing uninterrupted garden views. The timber frame creates a warmth and character that makes the room the heart of the home.
Not sure whether a hardwood conservatory or orangery is right for you?
Book a free home design visit. We will assess your property, discuss how you want to use the space, and recommend the best hardwood solution—with no obligation.
Call us anytime on 01243 538999 – David our digital assistant will take a few details so the right specialist can follow up personally.
How Your Hardwood Conservatory Project Works
From first conversation to finished timber conservatory or orangery, here is what to expect.
Free Home Design Visit
A specialist visits your home to discuss how you want to use the space, assess the site, take measurements, and advise on timber species, finishes, and planning considerations.
Bespoke Timber Design
We produce detailed drawings tailored to your property and preferences. You see exactly what the finished conservatory or orangery will look like—including timber species, finish, and glazing options—before any work begins.
Craftsmanship & Installation
Your hardwood frame is hand-crafted using traditional joinery, then professionally assembled and finished on site. We manage the full build from foundations to completion.
Handover & Aftercare
We do not consider a project complete until you are fully satisfied. Your hardwood conservatory or orangery is covered by a 10-year structural guarantee backed by trusted UK insurers.
What Our Customers Say
Real homeowners sharing their experience of working with Room Outside – unedited and in their own words.
“We thought a conservatory attached to a listed building may prove impossible but Room Outside worked tirelessly with all the relevant bodies to make the process as simple as possible. Quality, professional and a beautiful end product.”
“Excellent service, friendly, professional and most of all the guys carried out my work quietly, efficient and were very respectful. Tidied up as they went. Thank you so much.”
“We recently had a bespoke conservatory at our Victorian west london home and the results have exceeded all our expectations. From initial consultation to final installation, the experience was seamless. The space is now the heart of our home.”
Hardwood Conservatory & Orangery FAQs
Common questions about hardwood timber conservatories and orangeries—materials, planning, maintenance, and what to expect.
We use Sapele, Idigbo, and European Oak—all FSC and PEFC certified from responsibly managed forests. Each species is chosen for its structural stability, grain beauty, and exceptional durability. We recommend the best species for your project based on the design, finish, and environment.
Yes—and hardwood is often the preferred material. Planning and conservation officers generally require authentic timber for listed buildings and properties in conservation areas. We specialise in sympathetic timber designs and handle listed building consent applications as part of our service.
Hardwood frames need recoating with a microporous paint or oil every 5–8 years, depending on exposure. This is straightforward maintenance that protects the timber and keeps it looking beautiful. Between recoats, a simple wash with soapy water keeps the frames clean. Properly maintained hardwood conservatories last many decades.
Many conservatories and orangeries fall under permitted development rights, meaning planning permission is not required. However, if your property is listed, in a conservation area, or the proposed structure exceeds permitted development limits, you will need to apply. We advise on planning requirements during your free design visit and handle applications where necessary.
A typical hardwood conservatory takes 10–14 weeks from design approval to completion. Orangeries generally take 12–16 weeks due to additional masonry work. The hardwood frames are crafted off-site while groundwork is prepared, which keeps the overall programme efficient. We provide a detailed timeline with your quotation.
New Generation Glass (NGG) is engineered specifically for conservatory and orangery roofs. It uses advanced low-E coatings to reflect solar heat in summer while retaining warmth in winter, combined with argon gas fill and warm-edge spacer bars. The result is year-round comfort without blinds, air conditioning, or cold spots.
Start your hardwood conservatory project today
Sustainably sourced hardwood frames, traditional joinery craftsmanship, and NGG high-performance glass technology.
Call us anytime on 01243 538999 – David our digital assistant will take a few details so the right specialist can follow up personally.