An essential consideration for all conservatories during our long hot summers must be how to control the climate inside the conservatory especially if it is subject to prolonged spells of direct sunlight. Direct heat from the sun will rapidly increase the temperature inside the conservatory to unbearable levels and could even prevent you from using your new living space on a hot summer's day.

Many customers choosing a glass roof for their conservatory will decide to add roof blinds at some point after installation whether it is to enhance privacy if their property is overlooked or to provide additional shade from direct sunlight.  The latest tinted solar control glass roofs such as Aqua Green offer up to 78% reflection of heat from direct sunlight but if the conservatory faces south protection from the glare of the sun will also be an important consideration.