Roofs & roofline

Real Roof options for a different conservatory feel

If you want a conservatory with more of a room-like roof appearance, discuss Real Roof with Shire. Compare the internal finish, daylight and outside view as part of the design.

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Choosing real roof

Think about the ceiling as well as the roof

The finish above you changes how a conservatory looks from inside. Bring ideas for the room’s layout and discuss the balance of solid roof areas and any roof glazing.

For a replacement, the existing conservatory needs assessment. Compare the complete proposed system and fitting scope with other roof choices before deciding.

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Scope, cost and fitting

Plan your real roof project

What affects the quotation?

Roof dimensions, system specification, structural work and interior finishing determine the quotation. Ask what is included beyond the external covering.

What happens at the survey?

Review what you want to change about the room and assess the structure so suitable roof and finishing options can be discussed.

Before installation begins

Agree the complete roof specification and internal finishing scope, including any associated work identified during the survey.

How to compare a home improvement quotation

Before and after views of the same white-framed conservatory, with its glazed roof replaced by a tiled roof — The same conservatory, before and after a tiled roof replacement.

A roof replacement in view

See the change to an existing conservatory

The white frames and brick base remain, while the roof changes from glazed to tiled. Compare the roofline and the appearance alongside the house.

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Shire installations

Conservatories from our completed work

See more of our work

Completed installations by Shire. Explore the frames, roof details and finishes, then talk to us about your own home.

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White-framed conservatory with French doors and a tiled roof — ConservatoriesA garden-facing conservatory

White-framed conservatory with a tiled roof adjoining a stone house — ConservatoriesAlongside a stone home

Dark-framed conservatory with a tiled roof and brick base — ConservatoriesDark frames, brick detailing

Explore more real roof design inspiration

Manufacturer photography for design inspiration. Ask us which styles, finishes and systems are available for your home.

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White-framed conservatory with a dark tiled roof and rooflights — Roof designsRooflights in a tiled roof

Garden room with broad glazing, a solid roof border and central roof glazing — Roof designsA roof shaped around light

Living room with a roof lantern above a seating area — Roof designsAn outlook above

Replacing an existing conservatory roof?

Explore Shire’s specialist Smart-Roof service

Shire Conservatories and Smart-Roof Conservatory are operated by The Shire Co (Shropshire) Ltd.

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Questions before you decide

Real Roof: your questions

Can I keep my existing conservatory?

Possibly. The suitability of its frames and base must be assessed before a replacement roof is confirmed.

How should I compare roof quotations?

Compare the full system, supporting work, glazing and ceiling finish. Similar-looking roofs may have different quoted scopes.

Where can I see a roof replacement example?

Our Smart-Roof comparison shows the same conservatory before and after a tiled roof replacement. It illustrates a change of roof, rather than specifying a Real Roof product.

Your next step

Tell us what you would like to improve.

You do not need to have every detail decided. We’ll discuss your plans and the next step, including a free, no-obligation survey where appropriate.

Talk through your priorities
Explore suitable options at a survey
Consider the quotation before deciding

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