Overheating Orangery in Rural Norfolk Finds Bespoke Solution
A picturesque countryside house in a rural Norfolk village, nestled near a stream and marshland, faced an all-too-common challenge: insects. Having a gorgeous new orangery with lots of glazing recently built, the room suffered from overheating. The homeowners needed insect-free fresh air, and so required the kind of bespoke fly screen for doors only Phantom Screen could provide.
quick project info
Project
Bespoke double door screen for oak orangery
Concern
Insect protection
Products
Legacy door screen x1
Mesh
18-14 standard insect mesh
Colour
Medium oak wood grain
finding The solution
MATCHING OAK FRAME FLY SCREEN DOORS
The orangery was a glass-heavy space, and while beautiful, it had no protection from the sun and suffered from overheating in the summer. Given the proximity to the water, insect intrusion was inevitable whenever the doors were left open but keeping them closed could make the room uncomfortably hot.
The homeowners had already installed cheap fly screens in other areas of their home, which were at higher risk of wear and tear. They wanted something more durable, cost-effective, and visually appealing for the orangery. The space, framed in beautiful oak, required a screen that was not only functional but also aesthetically complementary. They needed a high-quality, bespoke screen that could blend seamlessly into the look and feel of the orangery without detracting from its design.
After discussing the issue with family, the homeowner’s son-in-law suggested Phantom Screens, having found the company online. Intrigued by the possibility of a custom solution, they decided to reach out.
Installation
DOWN TO THE FINEST DETAIL
From the initial contact, the Phantom Screens team provided expert guidance, listening carefully to the homeowners’ concerns and offering a tailored solution. The primary goal was to install a screen for the set of double doors leading into the orangery from the garden, providing effective insect protection without compromising the open-air feel or the room’s design.
After a home survey to get precise measurements, a retractable fly screen in Medium Oak wood grain was chosen by the homeowner. Standard insect protection mesh was selected as it’s the best option for insect-free ventilation. Once the bespoke screen was crafted to match the oak finish, the installation process was seamless.
The Result
A BEAUTIFUL INSECT-FREE ORANGERY
The durable screen fitted snugly over the double doors, ensuring that the homeowners could now leave the doors open without worrying about insects entering the house. This provided much-needed ventilation, allowing the orangery to stay cool during the warmer months without compromising the space’s comfort or appearance.
The high-quality materials used in the screens ensured that they would last for years, standing up to the daily wear and tear of country living, while still maintaining the elegant aesthetic of the orangery.
Why they chose Phantom Screens
- Effective insect control: The homeowners no longer had to worry about flies, mosquitoes, or other insects getting into their orangery.
- Temperature control: With the ability to leave the doors open, the family could now regulate the temperature inside, keeping it cool and pleasant without the need for air conditioning.
- Seamless design: The wood grain finish on the screens perfectly matched the oak frame of the orangery, ensuring the screens were discreet and in harmony with the overall design.
- Durability: Unlike other, less durable screens used in different parts of the home, the bespoke Phantom Screens were built to last, withstanding daily use and the environmental conditions of the rural location.
Are you facing a similar challenge with overheating? Whether for a new build, extension, or existing area of your home, Phantom Screens offers tailored solutions to meet your needs. Contact Phantom Screens today for a bespoke solution that’s tailored to your home’s unique requirements.
testimonial
“We’re absolutely delighted with the finished product – it’s discreet and fits in perfectly. The screen makes the room much more usable. We can open the doors to cool the room down and don’t get flies in the house. Our friends often say you wouldn’t even know the screen was there! The person who came to measure up was knowledgeable and the fitter was quick, friendly, professional, and left no mess”.
