WIN £100 John Lewis Vouchers with Conservatory Decor Tips
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What do you have to do to win? Well, in this post I’m looking at some of my favourite tips for decorating and dressing a conservatory. It’s probably one of the hardest rooms to design, and can take some thought and careful planning to get right. I’ve not really covered this on the blog before so thought it might be fun to do so now, and to hear your ideas and suggestions too. I’m going to give some of my tips for decorating a conservatory and then I’d like to know what you recommend, if you’d like to be in with a shot of winning this prize.
Top Tips for Conservatory Decor:
- Shade – generally with so much glass you’re going to need to invest in some great blinds and window dressings, so don’t skimp on this area. The room won’t be practical if you can’t see much because of all the daylight streaming through. It will overheat pretty quickly too.
- Heating – if the room is an extension of your home, you have probably built it around pre-existing outside walls. If so, you might not have an easy way of adding some heat, but again it’s something you should invest in. A conservatory can be very cold in winter so do spend your money on getting a good heating source.
- Usage – decide early on what the room is going to be used for. Is it another dining space, a kids’ playroom or a second seating area? Be clear about the conservatory’s purpose and this will help steer you in the right direction when it comes to decor.
- Space Saving – you may find that you’re challenged for space in this room so choose furniture and accessories that fit the room well, and don’t overfill it. Give yourself space to move around comfortably or you’ll get fed up using the room.
- Outdoor Hues – it may be a bit of a cliche but do bring a little of the outdoors into your home in this room. With so much glass, the conservatory is often an extension of the garden, so let the colour scheme reflect this and choose nature inspired hues when you decorate. Greens, fawns, greys and blues all work well, particularly with the amount of light this room attracts.
So there you have some of my top tips for decorating a conservatory, what are yours?
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get help from someone
Find a colour scheme that will complement your house and garden
Research lots and look at lots of pictures and brochures for ideas
I’ve never decorated a conservatory so have no ideas sorry
It must have plants
Have a look on Pinterest for ideas!
Keep the colours neutral (paint work) and add wicker or wood furniture. Add pretty plants and flowers for a relaxed look!
Oh and blinds are a goos idea as a conservatory can become very hot during the Summer and if you want to use it during the Winter, then by a little heater or stove.
Have some colourful plants
My aloe Vera plans love the conservatory!!
minimalist but bright
Interesting indoor plants like Bonsais always go down well.
I think all your tips are great! How about adding some floral fabrics too 🙂
I love flowers, but fresh ones wilt so quickly in a conservatory. I invested in some good quality silk flowers which look lovely but don’t die in the heat 🙂
I like a victorian glasshouse style
keep it simple, with clean lines, and clean colours, then break that up with the odd plant
Change the plants regularly in tune with the seasons
For me me I’d try and go for an indoor/outdoor look bringing some plants like a large plant at the back and smaller ones to the front some own personal items to give it your own character and if you have a large conservatory I think to make it homely a lovely arm chair for comfort while reading a book ect
go for light colours x
light colours such as paler furniture
Plants and a relaxing look
I dont have a conservatory but if i did id want it relaxing and comfortable. Plants, Flowers & lights. Tea lights & candles for the evening to read by
choose what sort of room its going to be and decorate accordingly
Pale colours and lots of plants
I’d invite my best friends around to help as the conservatory is a awkward shape, and i find the more hands make light work of a hard job!
Keep it light bright and fresh.
Some practical furniture
Fairy lights and soft warm rugs to give a cozy feel so that it’s welcoming at all times of year!
Mix it up a bit , don’t feel the need to stick to traditional conservatory furniture, a well placed chaise lounge & antique side tables can look fantastic
We always made sure we had plants but never any drapes or things to block out the sun.
Plenty of fairy lights
I would say furniture has to be sturdy, comfortable and practical. Soft furnishing a contrast of a bright colour with perhaps silvery grey would blend in well.
Plants, lots and lots of plants
never had to decorate a consevatory but would think blinds for shade on hot days, comfy seating and plants would be nice
Bear in mind that conservatories get a lot of sun, so be careful with expensive objects that might fade over time!
Think about how you can use your outside space to compliment your inside space, Use matching plants and colours to extend your living space seamlessly through into the garden
pretty plants and hanging decorations can really spruce up a conservatory.
Keep it simple, neutral decor with plants for colour.
Lots of pretty plants
Good colour scheme and easy movable furniture.
Make sure you have some nice flowers and plants!
You will need blinds for summer and some sort of heating for the winter so you can use it all year round.
Use light colours & fabrics to get full benefit of the sunlight!
light colours and minimal furniture
Make sure any soft furnishing fabrics won’t fade; and remember, wrought-iron or metal furniture can look great, but can also get startlingly hot.
Furthermore – and amazingly, some people forget this – bear in mind that your conservatory is a ‘room’ – and a key design approach is to ask ‘what function does this room have?’ Is it a place where small children play – if so, it’s important to keep safety in mind, ensuring that blind cords, electric sockets and any other hazards are kept our of reach of small hands. Will you dine there, or is it a place to snooze or read a book? Whatever its purpose – furnish it accordingly, bearing in mind how man people will use it – and without copying the latest ‘on tend’ fashion. Large, ‘statement’ plants look fabulous – but they can be pricey, so consider an avant-garde junk-shop find – 60’s wooden statues or Victoriana or even a well-seasoned, outsized piece of wood.
use pinterest for some fab ideas – we’ve made our conservatory into a playroom & there are loads of great ideas online.
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Lovely comfortable chairs to curl up reading in.
lovely lights to make it inviting even in the winter.
No clutter
i’d go with bright colours and lots of plants
Beautiul curtains, a nice wicker suite and some plants
Outdoor hues/colours
Think about the time of year you’re most likely to use it and decorate accordingly.
Lots of plants and light colours, bring the outdoors indoors
Use light colours and natural furnishings to make a space that leads seamlessly from indoors to outdoors
The conservatory is a link between the garden and the home so it should be a blend of the two. Don’t forget the garden will change throughout the year so ensure you will enjoy sitting looking out at it all year round.
Blinds are a must have and make sure you don’t clutter the area too much.
Comfortable chairs and light decor
Light decor bright accessories and airy with some blackout blinds for when the heat gets to much xxx
Softer furniture to contrast with the glass
Minimal, splash of colour and view to look out onto garden on a cooler evening putting world’s to riggt
My top tip for decorating a conservatory – Don’t do it on a hot day,LOL! Use light,fresh colours I’d suggest.
I don’t have a conservatory but Citronella candles are always good for summer evenings.
if you dont have enough space in other rooms conservatory could be as a spare room, or the one room you are missing the most. Keep it simple and spacious
Light colours to make it look more spacious !
Make it nice colourful and bright with some plants and flowers, make the outside flow through.
I’m currently trying to declutter my conservatory as it was my daughter’s playroom, I’d like a minimal amount of things in there (a complete contrast from before!) and I’ve gone for light coloured furniture and a pale green on the walls, to bring the outside in. Unfortunately there’s a huge pile of ironing in there too!
Love the neutral colours mixed with splashes on brighter shades.
Use rugs & cushions to give texture & warmth
it has to be uncluttered or can end up as a dumping ground or playroom for the kids. Plants give the fresh air / outdoor feeling too.
Don’t put too much furniture in it keep it simple so it’s light and airy
Have some colourful indoor plants
Use only a few contrasting colours to make it more homely.
Loys of light is wonderful but blinds are a must! Keep main colours neutral so you can easily update with accessories with pops of colour.
There’s some great blinds available. Oh, and chilli plants add a splash of colour 🙂
Keep it simple and uncluttered, as it’s your escape.
I like to stick to neutral natural furniture and add cushions, throws etc of warmer colours for cold seasons and fresh,garden shades for summer.
The right lighting to hide sun from steaming in plain colours and lots of plant to oxygenate the air xx also good quailty blinds xx
Blinds are a must and some lovely plants
get some lovely plants
Don’t use wicker furniture as it’s really uncomfortable.
keep it simple, natural colours with accessories to accent, let the light in
I don’t have a conservatory, but If I did, it would be full of beautiful plants
Lots of plants and flowers and quality pretty blinds.
Use pastel colours, add some plants.
comfy simple furniture, pale blinds and keep the windows clean to let the light in
Lots of green plants! They do well in a conservatory.
Lots of plants to bring the outside in.
Use a natural colour palette for example, greens, teals and even duck egg as it blends really well with the colours in the garden that you’re looking out onto.
Lots of plants to make it look like an extension of the garden
funrniture to match the decor
I don’t have a conservatory 🙁 But I would still love to win this fabulous prize 🙂
solar fairy lights look fab in the evenings
Plants and painted in light colours
Use fade resistant fabrics and include plants and flowers into your decor.
Use colours from the same palette for a look that reflects nature.
Maximise the outdoor feel with lots of fresh foliage and fauna. Include clippings of everything you love, from materials to quirky curios.
Definitely use very bright colours for decorating the conservatory and add a few dark details for some contrast 🙂
Keep it simple with some nice indoor plants
I haven’t got one but I wish I had. I could imagine lots of plants, the sort of tropical ones 🙂
Plenty of plants – conservatories without plants always look a bit odd to me :o)
Have plenty of heating so it is not a room you only use in summer. We virtually live in ours all year round. Invest in a Karcher window cleaner it makes the job of cleaning windows a doddle.
Choose plants that are good for the air and make it not too cluttered so what ever time of year you really feel you are outside.
my tip is to keep colours bright and light and add excess amounts of fairy lights
Fairy lights hanging from the ceiling and underfloor heating
Make sure the blinds are a nice neutral colour
Keep it minimal
My tip would be to stick to natural colours so it seems as if you have a room inside your garden and it blends in well with what’s outside.
Keep the decor light and neutral – we have a nice feature wall mounted light in ours.
keep clutter to a minimum
Research ideas through social media
Keep it light and fresh
Be bold and use a bright warm colour or if your not that daring pops of colour in the cushions or seats are great
Ii’ve never had one, but if I did, i’d bring the outdoors in, some nice big plants , green hues , maybe some leaf print cushions..
Keep it fresh and light – use plants
I have kept mine light and airey by using neutral colours and rattan furniture. I have made it really comfortable with lots of cushions on the furniture and a nice thick rug. Although my little one keeps lots of his toys in there now
I love plants in a conservatorie I think they can look really stylish. I also like a lot of white and bright colours
Keep it bright & fresh & look for inspiration in magazines & on line
Keep it simple with light airey colours.
Plenty of colour using plants
Outdoor hues definitely sounds like a good idea. A conservatory is a mix of oudoor and indoor for me so the colour schemes should reflect that, I love lush green plants too
Colour coordinated soft furnishings
Embrace the sunlight – but be careful, it fades everything, including the floor.
I want to organise my whole house! Storage, storage, storage!!
Use plain colours to avoid sun damage.
Blackout blinds are a must to keep the heat in and keep the sun out of your eyes….if your like me and go read in the conservatory!
I love lots of colour and green plants.
Lots of comfy cushions and cosy throws!
Exotic plants are a must!
Light Colours and Green Plants
My tip would to keep it simple with a few big green ferns and a nice fresh colur on walls and not to much big furniture xx
Reduce the temperature in the room by getting blinds this will also protect the furniture from the sun 🙂
Bring the outside in
Use natural colours and use plants to acessorise as it feels like the room is more part of the garden then
Always ensure you have good ventilation and shading especially when sunny and warm
My sister learnt the hard way as her television exploded with the heat
Oh my goodness Margaret, that’s a very good tip to share! Good luck in the giveaway.
Lots of flowers, plenty of light and cosy furniture perfect for reading. It’s my favourite thing to do in my conservatory!
use light pastel colours
Have never decorated a conservatory! However friends have said similar regarding blinds, invest in decent shade in order to get the most out it. Also I think your idea of designating use is very important, some I’ve seen seem a mish mash and end up a bit of a dumping ground for all sorts!
Rather than very costly shutters or blinds get a light linen to drape round on poles it adds a softness to the room whilst providing shade and adds a feature
Put in some lovely plants to bring the outdoors inside!
Figure out the lighting and keep it airy
Be careful what blinds you choose as some shut out more light than others and you want as much light as possible.
I have never had a conservatory but the tips from readers above will help if I ever am lucky enough to have one.
We put blinds in our conservatory which really helps manage the heat. They are cream so will go with any furniture that we have. We have coordinated our conservatory in Peach with wicker furniture.
Light and airy with indoor plants x
I actually don’t have a conservatory so to be honest I wouldn’t have a clue how to decorate it. But there are some great tips on here
It has to be calming, minimilistic and modern. I feature plants in mine. I usually look on pininterest for ideas 🙂
Do a lot of research and shop around to get a picture of your best options!
I have to agree with you and saying heating, our old house had one and it was sooooo cold and we had it open to the lounge. It was FREEZING!
Lay practical and durable floors such as ceramic-tile or natural stone flooring.
God I love the picture you took! Just lights up that room, great work!!
Jullian
keep furniture and accessories light, you have all the light coming through you do not want to dull it with dull and dark accessories.
keep it simple, light colours no mess
I love to choose light airy colours to compliment the outdoors
Visit Pinterest for lots of ideas to decorate your conservatory
Dont be afraid to use colour
Choose lots of green and other earthy colours, to blend in with the outside.
Keep it minimal, you want comfy furniture and some plants but other than that, leave it alone
Invest in under floor heating, it frees up your wall space allowing for bigger windows to let in more light 🙂 x
Nice light colours to keep it cheery.
I haven’t got one, but would love one. would have loads of soft furnishings like bright cushions and throws, to make it look warm and inviting
light colours in side,
light colours with a nice comfy seat and some plants!
Somewhere comfy to relax. I like to match the colour scheme to the garden – browns, greens, yellows, and subtle bright flashes of colour
Make the room work for you all year round, not just in summer.
Dont forget you need to heat your conservatory in the winter, no use having a room you cant use for half the year!
I’ve never decorated a conservatory but would take the colour scheme from nature, bringing the outside in
Colour to brighten the space even if the weather is horrible outside
Big pretty plants, it helps bring the outdoors in
Use shades to keep the conservatory cool in summer.
I’d say go for robust blinds and spend proper money on them, so that you don’t need to keep replacing them.
Lots of plants
I don’t have a conservatory, but I’d want it to have underfloor heating and a comfortable rug for my daughter to play on.
Lots of plants – it’s the best room in the house to keep them, after all 🙂
Conservatories are tricky. The strong sunlight is going to bleach the furniture and fittings so choose accordingly. They get very hot and plants can suffer. Plan your heating wisely as it is better to make the right choice at the beginning or you may regret it later.
We are going to change our conservatory roof next year from a plastic one to a tiled roof. I believe this will make the room into a better living space and not so susceptible to extreme temperatures.
Definitely agree with bringing the garden indoors, conservatories can be lovely calm spaces if done right!
Keep it clean and bright with plenty of white to allow to outside inside. Make sure there’s plenty of pretty flowers and plants inside and out.
Get some lovely big plants to make it feel warm.
I would recommend an underfloor heating system to keep it cosy all year round
Solar jar lights are lovely in a conservatory as they charge up in the day and have a lovely glow all evening which is reflected on the glass!
design it first pale colours and nice furniture
Get lots of plants and cosy sofa’s and cushions and make it comfy with pictures and photos
Put some lovely plants in there in pots such as mini citrus trees.
Make it look inviting as though you are bringing the outdoors in
Top tip for conservatories: Make the access between the house and conservatory as wide as possible — fold-back doors are ideal — to help the space flow better with the rest of the house.
I like to keep it bright and nice!
White or cream colours and no clutter!
This will keep the room light and bright and more spacious! Given the appearance of a perfect peaceful space! Perfect.
Thank you for the comp. I am enjoying your blog x
Wickerwork looks great in a conservatory with lots of large cushions
Lots of wicker!
It always nice to put flowers in there & neutral colours & then add splashes of colour with cushions
Plenty of space with nice natural colours
we used to have a conservatory in our last house, my daughter came up with the idea of covering the roof with twinkling lights, it looked amazing
I haven’t got a conservatory but my better half’s family cottage in Wales has one and they just keep it simple – a few chairs and logs for seating, a table or two and some storage – mostly it’s used to watch the birds and other wildlife – decor might include a few bird-watching guides/books, some binoculars, a notepad and pen and a few mugs for coffee – fingers crossed.
I don’t have a conservatory, nor do I know anyone who has one! But if I did, I would keep it simple and uncluttered, with lots of hidden storage space, like inside seats/stools for example.
My tip would be to keep it simple. Don’t over clutter it. Make sure the view is of the garden and to have a few small plants that help to bring the garden inside, but most of all make it a relaxing area.
Use lots of plants.
have some green decorations as it brings the feeling of the outdoors into the conservertory
plenty of green plants and cushions
plan ahead,research and never go overboard,with lots of accessorries,as it can make the conservatory feel alot smaller
Go for neutral colours, as you’ll be able to change little decor and details, if you ever get bored of the look.
Hire someone to do it for you
Plan the lighting carefully! It needn’t cost the earth – a dimmer switch and tea lights in jam jars are a great and inexpensive place to start – but try, if you can, to vary the light sources: overhead, for general illumination; accent – a spotlight shining on a glossy-leafed plant, for example; and function – something to read or sew by.
Keep it simple, you don’t want clutter or to use it as a storage space. A few well placed plants help ‘bring the outside in’ and is enough for me.
Make it practical and have fun with colour
Plenty of light colours and a few paintings of sunsets 🙂
Light colour painted with darker furniture. Some tree plants in each corner. Adding a large rug will make it fantastic.
Don’t overcrowd it with plants – theyshould enhamce rather than dominate the room
plants to give it some colour
Lots of colour, particularly if you have exposed brickwork, plus get a window cleaner.
Add some twinkly fairy lights for the evenings
fresh plants growing in colourful pots…makes a conservatory come alive and brings the outside in
I don’t have a conservatory but if I did I’d have a comfy sofa for lounging, and simple other furniture – not too much.
My top tip for decorating a conservatory is to use light colours to reflect the natural sunlight.
Put a few big plants in the conservatory – like monstera plant. They love it there and it feels like you are in the garden already.
Have a couple of statement plants – and get thermal blinds so keep heat out in summer and in in winter so that they can flourish.
I think blinds look great in a conservatory, and solve the problem of it being too hot in summer and freezing in winter. Also some lovely green potted plants make it like a tropical oasis, especially if it is quite warm in there. Other than that, keep it simple and uncluttered, some comfy chairs with a table and some books / magazines. My conservatory currently has none of the above as we plan to knock it down and start again at some point!
Make it airy, not to much clutter
I think the style of blinds is crucial, keep them simple, elegant and bringing the outdoors in.
have a proper plan before you start
Keep it light and airy, no heavy furniture or fabrics.
Invest in some good window blinds which are essential on really bright hot days.
Some nice under the sofa storage boxes to hide toys, junk etc. Pale pastel colours to decorate 🙂
KEEP IT SIMPLE WITH NEUTRAL COLOURS
Don’t be afraid to add a pop of colour or a unique print – it will make you smile every time you go in there 🙂
Don’t over clutter. Keep things simple and tidy. It’s a place to relax in, and you can’t do that if you’re surrounded by junk.
lots of plants! bring the outside in
a conservatory should be relaxing – neutral colours, not too much clutter.
Love the information about creating shade
plaster the walls and paint the conservatory with vibrant colors to create a warm feel
have some plants in there
Plants and wicher furniture always looks good. Thanks
drought loving plants
use drought loving plants
Choose furnishing fabrics and cushion covers that are not likely to fade in the glare of the sun. Plants can wither i the strong sunlight but hardy cacti will thrive.
Get a decorator in
Keep it simple with a neutral colour scheme and a few accessories. Plants are great to make the connection between indoors and out, as well as providing a beautiful scent x
Keep things neutral – you don’t want dark colours or accessories! When it comes to winter, you don’t want ‘sad’ looking interiors – you want it bright and happy!
Lot’s of garlands!
My favourite tip is shade , nothing more important than making sure the ambiance/ temperature is right in your conservatory. We had terrible blinds in our first one & we hardly spent anytime in it, really did learn that when it comes to blinds get the best you can afford.
Sadly I don’t have one, but if I did, I’d put in some comfy chairs and cushions and a few plants.
Plants to make it look like a part of the garden
Colourful longlasting plants accompained with a radiator and big shaggy rug and bean bags.
Hidden storage. Hidden storage everywhere.
Add lots of different textures in neutral colours to keep it looking cosy
Keep it minimal and light. Plants are great in there too.
Keep it light and neutral with natural tones then add spalshes of your favourite bright colour. I must point out I do not own a conservatory, nor have I decorated one. But hey-ho.
To get good blinds to prevent it getting too hot and stuffy.
Simple but comfortable seats, do not over crowd the room and have the option to shade it if it gets too hot. Also, if you have children it would make an ideal play space so if big enough have a corner for them to do craft or play.
candles can make conservatory look gorgeous for special ocassions
Get help from a friend.
look on pintrest for ideas
decorate with neutral colours so not to distract from the natural light, use natural wood furniture and put in house plants
I don’t have a conservatory but I know I would head to Pinterest to get my ideas if I did!
keep it light and btight.x
Be careful with your choice of paint, furniture and furnishings as they are likely to be subject to very hot and very cold weather.
Paint it a nice colour, not a horrible one.
A colourful sofa, lots of cushions and plants
‘Tidy’ blinds and a nice sofa.
Use bright colours sparingly to give a subtle warm feel
keep colours calm and neutral
invest in a decent set of blinds, good for insulation in the winter and for hiding the sun in the summer!
Research research research
It can be hard to decorate a conservatory – not much wall space, lots of windows! For a quick and easy way to decorate a conservatory i change and update my cushions and throws with the seasons! It looks like a totally different room at times!
Some etched film designs on a few of the windows helps with privacy and adds a bit of subtle decoration.
keep the furniture one block colour, then add bright colour pop cushions, and then contrast your telights and holders to compliment.
Get colourful blinders
My favourite conservatory decor tip is the heating, my parents had the roof on their conservatory changed from the original one to an insulated roof. It is now a usable room which is cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Throw down a large & cheap flatweave rug for a cosy look
My top tip is if you have wooden windowsills in your conservatory stain them rather than paint because they wear a lot better in the sun 🙂
Keep it light & airy
Blinds or curtains are necessary otherwise the heat and glare in summer is unbearable
Quirky is best bright colours animal prints and lush plants . Think zandra Rhodes let loose in the jingle it should be exciting not like every other conservatory in the land
Bring the garden inside
Bring the outdoor inside by introducing lots of plants and foliage. Use light bright colours like greens and yellows to reflect light and open up the space.
Have some colourful plants and pastel blinds
Add lots of plants, they really make link the conservatory with the garden
Definately have good shading as conservatories can get hot in the summer and i would choose something light and airy and have some nice contrasting plant pots and cushions for the seating.
Remember bold colours will fade due to sun
Leave it to the professionals!
I like the look of some drapes and lots of cushions dotted around
Pick a simple and elegant theme and warm
It up with lots if different textures in cushions and throws.
Maks sure you invest in a good quality blind.
Make it an extension of the garden so have lots of plants and make it light and airy
Keeping it light and organic. Simple wooden or hosiery furniture, some plants and glass. You do not want to overwork this light and airy space!
solar powered fairy lights
not got a conservatory but we are in the middle of planning a extension (dinning room) love your tip about not over filling the space
Keep it nice and simple. Dramatic furnishings or fancy curtains detract from the view of your garden. Keep it a lovely, calm space which you can use all year round not just in the summer, somewhere to relax and read a good book.
Do lots of research in advance and pick a colour scheme that will match with your furniture
ceiling blinds to cut out glare
Bring the outdoors indoors and be at one with nature in your conservatory by adding plants and using natural colours.
I would add a comfy sofa or two if big enough and put a huge fan in it, probably ceiling fan as conservatories get extremely hot. And add some tropical plants like coconut palms.
Make sure you get some good blinds or soft voile curtains for a softer look. Add plants and candles, a lamp and books…so cosy!
Have flowers and plants to recreate the outdoors
I don’t have a conservatory but if I did I would like lot’s of green leafy plants to make it feel tropical
My top tip is to keep it light and airy! 😀
Use natural colours and plenty of plants- bring the outside, in!
planning and more planning before you start – essential
Use cushions and other accessories whose colours and tones compliment the seasons as they change.
Keep the decor light and natural . Soft furnishings will give it a welcoming feel.
Keep it light, clean and no clutter. Include a relaxing chair.
Light cool uncluttered and easy clean.
Keep the colours of blinds and sofas/chairs fairly neutral, and bring in colour with plants and accessories like cushions – and if you are south-facing make sure you look into eco blinds that reflect heat out in the summer
Get a professional in
We’ve got a large conservatory with a swinging sofa and comfy chair to sit on. We’ve decorated it in a warm terracotta colour with lovely tiles on the floor. I have cacti’s on the windowsills and I just love being in there. It’s so bright and gorgeous.
Some colourful plants and a few paintings
Do some research on plants before buying any as they don’t all like lots of sunlight – which is what they’ll get in a conservatory.
Neutral colours, soft furnishings and lots of plants x
Decide on what it is to you, and decorate accordingly
Light coloured paint on any walls is a must!
Colourful accessories! I love accessories for really making a room your own and personalised! x
Lots of light and brightness, that way you can still have that summer feel even when it’s cold outside
light warm colors make it more inviting
Bright accessories and warm colours. They can make the difference between making it inviting or seeming cold.
Put some form of heating in so it’s not too cold
Keep it simple and practical for the whole family to enjoy. x
Light and bright, creams and shades of green contrasting cushions and a comfy sofas, clean simply lines and a lovely terracotta tiled floor would be fab
Keep it simple with nice clean lines and no clutter
Shop around and get second opinions of your ideas
I love the space saving tip
Keep it simple and clutter free for a serene frame to a beautiful garden
Keep it simple & bright
green air plants would look amazing
Keep it simple and fun
Use the outside view as a guide and try to bring the outside in within the decor
Let the outside come in! Lots of bright colours and plants!
Put underfloor heating down to keep the heat in the room because in the winter the glass releases the heat, making it very cold
Coordinate the colours in your conservatory with your garden. It gives fluidity to the overall look & feel.
Colouful plants and keep it minimum
Keep it light and bright to work with the glass
Paint with light airy colours and add plants to make it nice and relaxing.
Design at your hearts content,be milimalistic and modern
add underfloor heating whatever you do and don’t skimp on blinds. Keep colours light and add plants.
Stick to light coloured furniure and accentuate with pops of colour, that way if the sun bleaches out any of the fabrics it’s easy to replace x
Stick to warm colours, but avoid shots as too reflective in the sun
Lots of pretty plants
Making it comfortable but not cluttered, so that it’s a relaxing space.
keep it light and clean and match your seat cushions to your blinds
Add some texture with sumptuous fabrics and wall coverings.
For a low maintenance but colourful display mix in fake plants and flowers of varying heights with real ones nearer the front
Comfortable chairs, colourful cushions, lamps, and several heat-loving plants.
Reflect some of the outdoor view within the room such as the plants to make a connection!
Go for the lighter colours
Keep it beautiful simple and understated
Green is a good colour scheme – cane furniture – lots of plants – a bright rug x
I would get blinds made to measure. It instantly smartens the whole room.
Underfloor heating and comfy chairs make it a space you want to be in.
Plants to make you feel the outdoors is indoors
Use light colours
Plenty of greenery and bright cushions
Keep it simple and bright!
I don’t have a conservatory but would decorate it in summery colours
Lots of lighting so it can be used of an evening too
Make it an extension of the garden, with soft greens and flowery colours…
The conservatory is often the middle ground between outdoors and in, so include natural stones and woods, as well as plants to see through the transition.
I WILL DECORATE IT WITH COOL MAGNOLIA COLOR!
keep it simple, white or ppale green work really well
Keep to one main, pale colour add wicker furniture with attractive cushions and plenty of plants
Don’t make it too crowded as then it’s going to be your job to clean the dust!
stick to neutral colours and add some plants in, a conservatory should be a doorway away from the outside, adding plants in brings the outside in a little more
I haven’t got one but I would say comfy chairs and nice plants to bring the outside in
Keep colours simple as the windows make artwork of your garden so you don’t really want to divert attention from that.
I don’t have a conservatory. But if I did I would grow some fresh herbs in nice pots
Bring the outside in
Simple design- makes it feeling more spacious.
Horizontal Wooden Blinds on the windows, wicker furniture and a nice round rug in the middle
Add lots of live plants and flowers.
make it bright and cheery light colured furniture patterned cushions the odd large leaf plant little lights and a coffee table to relax your drink on and some reading books never had a conservatory always wanted one this is how I,d try to design it
Light colours to keep it cool with lots of green plants
Underfloor heating is a must.
Keep it spartan.
some bright airy colours x
Bright and airy
Keep it bright and light but good blinds are essential
Lots of coloured glass, it looks fabulous in the sunshine.
a basic white colour scheme and lot of green leafy plants – keep it simple 🙂
I would say that the best tip for a conservatory would be to invest in furniture that goes with the amount of light that is going to be in the room. Wicker furniture works best, or rattan and other natural materials, perhaps cotton too, because they are more associated with outdoor living and give that feeling to the room, making it light and airy.
I agree that neutral and light colours work best, and that a co-ordinated colour scheme is the way to go. I think that blinds are probably the most important thing about the conservatory, and if they are wrong, the whole room looks off. But then again, the little things matter, the small ornaments (or in my case, lack of), and the cushions and such that give the room that personal touch are what matters.
Bright airy colour scheme with indoor plants making it blend in with the garden
think about the changing light of winter/summer.
Simple let the outside do the talking
Bright and airy coloured furniture.
Use simple bright colours
Lots of plants and wicker furniture
Keep it light and bright and always have a couple of plants to soak up the CO2 and provide oxygen
keep it light and airy solar fairy lights look nice in there too
Underfloor heating is perfect in a conservatory for Winter & I love taller plants to link to the garden too
Add bright colours and decorative items
Fill your conservatory with lots of lovely plants, it will make the room feel fresher and more homely!
clean and bright colours
Neuteral decor, wicker furniture and some nice plants is a must for a homely conservatory.
Keep it neutral with some plants
Use a light reflective colour scene x
I have lilac metallic blinds so emulsioned the plaster to match
Nice bright colours to reflect the sunlight
I would invest in some conservatory blinds. Keeps the heat out in summer and retains some heat in winter,
A conservatory is a great place to watch wildlife and relax so keep it minimalist and neutral.