Decorating Tips for Your New Coral Conservatory

If you have recently invested in a Coral conservatory then you will be excited to decorate the new space and start using it.

Where to start with conservatory interior design

You will know before your conservatory is finished what you will be using it for, and this will shape the type of decoration and furniture you use. But even if you are certain that it will be a living room, you will find as you use it that it also doubles-up as a play area, dining space, home office and so on, so it pays to focus on flexibility and practicality when starting your design.
Conservatories are light and airy so your design features should enhance that. Buy blinds that can be adjusted and place lamps in strategic positions so you can continue to make the most of your conservatory in the evenings.
If there is no central heating to be installed then invest in a heater to take the edge off in the winter months. Of course, a quality conservatory with energy efficient double glazing will go a long way towards keeping heat in, but as temperatures drop you may need to create extra warmth.
Choose your colours to reflect your taste and take into account the use of the room. If the kids will be playing in there a lot avoid cream carpets and fabrics that are difficult to clean!

Choose your conservatory furniture wisely

Whatever the room is going to become your furniture should be comfortable, practical and the right size. Sofas that are too big will simply look ridiculous; not enough chairs and your family will either not use the conservatory or bring in things to sit on from other areas of the house.
Wicker or cane furniture is not as popular these days but can still work well in a conservatory. You might also like to consider several smaller chairs or even bean bags rather than one massive sofa as this gives more flexibility if your use of the room changes.
Don’t forget the little extras such as coffee tables and side tables, plus some storage like bookcases or dressers.

Personalise your conservatory

The finishing touches to your conservatory design should be very personal to you and your family. Adorn the adjoining wall with artwork created by the kids or family portraits, and show off your interests or hobbies in the other pictures and ornaments you display.

Author

  • ​Steve Holdsworth embarked on his journey in the glazing industry in 1978 as an apprentice glazier within a three-person team. Demonstrating dedication and skill, he quickly advanced to lead his own team, focusing on aluminium and timber installations, as well as sealed unit replacements—a period when UPVC was still emerging in the U.K. In 1980, Steve briefly shifted to manufacturing sealed units but returned to his passion for window and door fitting in 1981. Over the next 13 years, he honed his expertise, adapting seamlessly as UPVC became the industry standard.​ Steve joined Coral Windows in 1994, expanding his repertoire to include conservatory installations alongside windows and doors. In 2005, Steve joined a fabrication facility in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, where he dedicated 15 months, training local workers who were accustomed to aluminium on the nuances of UPVC window and door installations.​ Upon returning to the UK in 2006, Steve returned to Coral windows and assumed the role of Conservatory Manager, a position he held for six years before being promoted to Head of Installations in 2012. In 2015, after recovering from a stroke, Steve resumed his role as Conservatory Manager, a testament to his resilience and commitment to the company.​ Steve has a passion for music, mainly creating new songs via various apps, he has had 5 songs played on the radio in the U.K. Reflecting on his 47-year career, Steve remarks on the swift passage of time and the continuous advancements in the glazing industry, emphasising that every day remains an opportunity for learning.

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