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A small conservatory as an extension to the kitchen?

Catherine Hounslow

8 years ago

I would like to extend the kitchen but there is a drain cover immediately outside the kitchen in the garden so this would prove problematic . The only thing I can think of is having a conservatory as an extension . Would a drain cover be permissible in a conservatory ?

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rainydaysuzy
8 years ago
We have 2 in our conservatory, tiled them to match rest of floor. If you didn't know they were there, you wouldn't notice them.
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Catherine Hounslow
Original Author
8 years ago
Thank you . I will look into going ahead now .
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ConservatoryLand
8 years ago
Hi Catherine, Check out our video online of a ConservaBase being installed. These are Conservatory Steel Bases that are designed to go over drains or man hole covers. Have a look at the video and we can advise you on what permission you need to do this. It's quite common and easy to do :) If you have any further questions, or if you would like a brochure pack, please do not hesitate to give me a call on our free phone number 0800 952 8000. Best Regards

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