Specifications, glazing and finishes

Browse the technical detail behind our gable conservatory range, from frame colours and glass specifications to roof configurations. Everything you need to quote, fabricate and install with confidence.

A closer look at our gable conservatory

The gable roof is one of the most recognisable conservatory styles, lending itself to larger homes and period properties where ceiling height and a sense of grandeur matter. Its rectangular shape opens up internal space, which homeowners typically use as an additional dining room, space to relax or even grow plants.

If you’re looking for more glass, and more natural light, it’s a really good pick. Natural light exposure is proven to come with several health benefits, ranging from a better mood to improved sleep and greater productivity.

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Bold gable design

Large glass panels run the full height to the apex, drawing in a plethora of natural light and giving every project that classic gable conservatory presence.

Eurocell profiles as standard

We fabricate every frame using Eurocell uPVC profiles, giving consistent colour matching across windows, doors and roofline components for a clean finish.

Glass or solid roof options

Choose a glazed conservatory roof or a Solar Frame warm solid roof, with overall roof U-values down to 1.0 W/m²K for true year-round use.

Double glazing to suit any spec

Sealed units from Martindale's and Glasscraft, including Planitherm Total+, Planitherm One and Hytherm Solar control glass for high-sun gable end roofs.

Gable end conservatory specifications

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SpecificationDetail
Frame materialuPVC (Eurocell profiles)
SizingTypically 2m to 6m width and projection
Roof pitchUsually 15° to 45° (down to 2.5° using box section aluminium eaves beam)
Standard glazing24mm double glazed, 4mm Clear / 16mm Argon / 4mm Planitherm Total+
Glazing U-valueAt least 1.2 W/m²K as standard (the lower the rating the better when aiming for a more thermally efficient space).
Overall roof U-valueAs low as 1.0 W/m²K
Roof optionsGlazed, Therma, or Solar Frame warm solid roof
Gas fillArgon as standard
Safety glassToughened to UK building regulations
LockingSecure by Design with three-star door barrels on all doors

Glazing, security and performance

Double glazed units with argon gas fill and warm-edge spacer bars designed to reduce the transfer of heat between the insides and outside of the room. Secure by Design multi-point locking with three-star barrels as standard, and toughened safety glass features throughout the roof and low-level panes.

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Frame colours and finishes

Eurocell foils give an exact colour match across the build. Choose from White, Cream, Anthracite Grey, Black Ash, Chartwell Green, Irish Oak, Golden Oak and Rosewood. Custom RAL spray finishes are available on extended lead times.

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Download our brochures

Flick through our brochures for full technical drawings, frame profiles, glazing options and roof configurations. Everything your fabrication and sales teams need to specify a new conservatory accurately is available to download.

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Why choose a gable end conservatory?

A gable end conservatory offers a sense of grandeur that few other conservatory styles can match. Its tall glazed frontage and pitched roof create a bright, open space that works perfectly as a dining room, lounge, garden room or versatile family space.

Every conservatory is manufactured using Eurocell uPVC frames and high-performance double glazing as standard, ensuring you’ll face no issues with condensation or overheating in summer/too cold in winter.

Why installers and homeowners choose Alpine

We have been manufacturing conservatories in Morley for more than 20 years, with nearly 80 years of combined industry experience between directors Peter and Richard. Our family-run team supplies trade customers across the UK from our base in Leeds, while also working directly with homeowners on conservatory installations.

We handle projects of every size, from single replacement frames through to complete conservatory packages. Quotes are typically turned around within 24 hours, with lead times averaging around two weeks. Call 0113 531 3148 or use our online contact form to discuss your project.

Gable end conservatory FAQs

Below are some of the most common questions we receive about gable end conservatories. If you need further information, our experienced team is always happy to help.

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How we work with the trade

Our Process

Initial quote

Send us your sizes online or over the phone. We turn most trade quotes around within 24 hours, and there is no obligation to proceed.

Conversation

We talk through the priorities for you or your client, be it design, thermal performance, security, colour finish, glazing, or locking.

Manufacturing

We manufacture in-house at our Morley facility using Eurocell uPVC profiles, DoorCo composite slabs and Alunet aluminium systems. Typical lead time is two weeks.

Bespoke build, testing and supply

Every frame is made to your exact sizes and quality-checked before despatch. Supply only as standard, full installation available on request.

What fellow trade professionals say about us

Honest feedback from the installers, builders and double glazing companies we supply day in, day out.

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Had both front and back stable doors fitted recently, and I have to say the men that came to fit them were really good, pleasant, efficient and did a great job! I am really pleased with my doors and the way the men conducted themselves; they are a credit to Alpine – thanks again.

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I can’t thank the team at Alpine enough for all of the hard work on your build. They were great from the start, being really helpful through the quote process and in advising. The fitting team worked so hard to make sure everything was perfect, and nothing was too much trouble. We are so happy with Alpine. The results really speak for themselves, and we would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone!

Kate Oakes

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We recently renovated a small cottage and needed to consider the traditional look and feel of the property, Alpine Windows and Doors were brilliant, listening to our requirements, we ended up with 6 sash windows and a new composite door all in a non standard colour, which was no problem. from placing the order to the completion of the installation nice and smooth, 5 weeks time frame, fitted perfectly with our project, would highly recommend

Tom Crowe

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Excellent service from start to finish. They made the process from colours to design easy, nothing was too much trouble. Lovely polite staff and fitters. Fitters turned up on time and finished to an exceptional standard (I am a perfectionist!) left my home clean and tidy and removed all old frames and doors. Couldn’t fault them at any stage and would highly recommend them. I would give more than 5* if I could.

Sarah Wood

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Peter at Alpine has done the windows and doors at both our offices and my home. The service was very professional, fast and competitive price wise. I had a combination of Aluminium bi folds and French doors with UPVC windows. I cannot fault the quality. Very happy to recommend for both domestic and commercial projects.

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