Answers To Questions About Installing a Juliet balcony

A Juliet balcony is a narrow balcony or railing that’s installed just outside a window or a pair of French doors. Other words for Juliet balconies include balconets and balconettes.  Juliet balconies are designed to deliver the appearance of a full balcony in places where you might not be able to install a larger one.

These balconies are particularly popular in places like Spain and Italy. Juliet balconies can come in various designs, which can include simple minimalist ones as well as highly decorative and elaborate options. They have become more and more popular in the UK over recent years and are being installed on a wide range of old and new buildings. One of the reasons Juliet balconies have become so popular in the UK is that they can normally be installed without planning permission. For general regulatory information follow this link https://www.labc.co.uk/news/building-regulations-and-balconies.

Can you step out onto a Juliet balcony?

Juliet balconies are not designed to be walked on as they are too small. Therefore, you can’t normally step out onto a Juliet balcony. However, a Juliet balcony can add a great sense of elegance and beauty to your building.

Do Juliet balconies add value?

Anything that improves the appearance of your property can add value to it. This means you can expect a Juliet balcony to add value to your home once it has been installed.

How much weight can a Juliet balcony hold?

Juliet balconies aren’t designed to withstand a great deal of weight. However, the amount of weight that a Juliet balcony can hold can depend on various factors such as how big it is and the materials used to make it.

How far can a Juliet balcony stick out?

Juliet balconies need to extend past the structural opening on each side so a solid fixing can be achieved. The balconies normally stick out at around 150mm per side.

Do you need planning permission to change a window to a Juliet balcony?

You don’t usually need planning permission to install a Juliet balcony. This is one of the many reasons why Juliet balconies have become so popular over recent years.

Other benefits of Juliet balconies

A Juliet balcony can help you change the way that you use an existing space. Replacing your windows with large French doors enables you to fill your room with light and make it feel larger. You can use your Juliet balcony to grow small plants and therefore enhance your view. Juliet balconies have been around for centuries, but it’s safe to say they have evolved over the years now new materials and styles are available.

Another key benefit of installing a Juliet balcony is that they require very little maintenance. You simply need to wipe the surfaces down every so often. If you don’t have the space or the budget for a full external balcony, a smaller Juliet balcony will give you the chance to bring the outdoors into your space and enjoy more light and fresh air. These compact balconies are becoming more popular all the time.

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