Starting from mid-May until the end of September, many owners of private houses prefer to have tea parties not in the kitchen, but on the veranda. This is very convenient, since the veranda is located nearby, unlike the gazebo, so running around the street with a kettle, dishes and goodies is canceled. A closed veranda is warmer and more comfortable than under a canopy or in a gazebo. Even pouring rain is no problem. Therefore, the quite expected question arises, how and with what to glaze the windows for the veranda?
The appearance of the veranda depends entirely on the decision you make. Windows also have considerable practical importance. They protect the veranda from precipitation, debris, wind and dust. The technological process is moving forward, thanks to which new opportunities are emerging in various industrial areas. If previously it was possible to glaze a veranda only using a wooden frame and glass sashes, today these traditional materials can be replaced with special profile systems and polycarbonate. This article will talk about how to make polycarbonate windows for a veranda. You will also learn about the features of this material and its types, which will help you glaze your veranda with the highest quality possible. You can also look at photos of finished verandas glazed with polycarbonate, which will allow you to make your own project for this cozy room.
Why are windows made of monolithic polycarbonate better than double-glazed windows?
Traditional glass windows have two significant disadvantages: heavy weight and risk of injury if broken carelessly.
If the gazebo has an insufficiently powerful foundation (or without it), then polycarbonate instead of glass for the windows will lighten the load on the base of the building. This will prevent possible distortions in the design. If you install polycarbonate, the window looks less transparent from the outside, which contributes to a cozy atmosphere inside. Colored canvases create a light filter effect, turning the light red, green, yellow or another color, depending on the color. Unlike glass, the elastic sheet takes curved shapes, allowing you to close openings on round buildings and curved buildings. Installation does not require special equipment or experience - just fasteners and a minimal set of tools are enough.
Assembly
First, we go to the store and buy the necessary materials, among them
- The polycarbonate itself
- Set of wheels for sliding doors
- Self-tapping screws
- Metal corners for fastening wooden structures
- Wooden blocks
- Metal profile for sliding doors
- Retainer/clamp for sliding doors
- Tools
First stage
At the first stage, we do the drawing: we measure our opening for which doors are needed, we draw everything, we count.
Second phase
The second stage is devoted to working with the base of the doors. We lay out the bars in the required shape and fasten them with metal corners with self-tapping screws. Next, we apply and fasten additional bars to the middle of each of the four bars; they serve to strengthen the structure and the polycarbonate sheet itself, with which the next step is associated.
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We attach a sheet of polycarbonate and cut it to the required size. Cut carefully. Then we screw the cut sheet to the base of the structure and screw it onto self-tapping screws, which we screw into the holes previously drilled with a drill, this is done so as not to break the bars. In general, the design should look something like this:
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Third stage
At the third stage, we screw on the sliding mechanism and assemble the structure. We screw the wheels for sliding doors from the kit onto the top bar of the next door. Afterwards, we attach a profile for sliding doors to the upper part of the door opening using metal corners and bolts; wheels will go along it.
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And at the end we insert the wheels with the doors into the profile and look at the place where the doors stop (at the beginning and end). In these places on the floor we install clamps from the kit for sliding doors.
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I recommend watching the following video, where polycarbonate sliding doors are clearly assembled:
Expert advice
For high-quality glazing, certain rules must be followed:
- if there are bends in the design design, their radius should be no more than six degrees;
- if you choose glazing with honeycomb sheets, cover the surfaces from the end. Do not use adhesive tape: there will be moisture inside, and this will subsequently lead to the panel simply deteriorating;
- if you want a pitched roof, then do not lay the sheets at a strong slope, this will lead to snow accumulation in winter;
The veranda is an excellent design solution, where you can relax, unwind after a hard day at work, after going to the bathhouse, use it for summer dinners, etc. And in the warm season, the veranda can also be used as a recreation area with sleeping places. Order polycarbonate in our store, and we guarantee you a quality product and give a guarantee for all work. The price for glazing a veranda with monolithic polycarbonate is calculated individually. We love our customers, value them and look forward to further cooperation. You can view all information about the company in the “Contacts” section.
Polycarbonate windows for gazebos
For a gazebo, it should have slightly different functions. A blind glazing system without the ability to ventilate the gazebo will be stuffy and even stale. For this reason, sliding or hinged polycarbonate window systems are installed in gazebos.
Swing systems are considered more convenient and economical to create. If the space around the gazebo does not allow the installation of swing structures, they opt for sliding ones. The window will move along the frame thanks to special fittings, depending on which it can open in two ways.
- The first method is parallel-sliding. In this case, the sashes will move along special slats installed parallel to each other. The second method is lift-and-slide. In this case, the sash will rise and slide behind the other sash.
Advantages of aluminum structures
The material is resistant to mechanical damage and atmospheric conditions. It is these qualities that are valued in aluminum sliding systems. It does not fade or be damaged by ultraviolet radiation, and most importantly, it is resistant to rust. In addition, such designs have the following advantages:
- Cheaper production. The structure does not need to be reinforced with reinforcement and other devices, which makes its production cheaper.
- Sophistication and simplicity. For translucent structures, thin frames are used, which are several times smaller than wooden and plastic structures. Such systems transmit light perfectly.
- Possibility of glazing large openings. The lightness of aluminum allows you to glaze very long windows and doors. At the same time, the light transmission and sophistication of the systems are maintained.
- Wide color palette. Aluminum can be easily painted with various coatings of various colors, so choosing a structure to match the color of the facade will not be difficult.
- Possibility of production according to room standards. Structures made from such material are produced according to individual customer requests.
- Easy to use. Sliding windows of this type need to be washed periodically and the fasteners inspected for preventive purposes.
However, such windows also have their disadvantages:
- Slight spread. Few companies produce such structures. You may have to order structures from another city, which will increase their cost.
- High price. Installations with single glass units are cheap. The same cannot be said about windows with triple glass; they are an order of magnitude more expensive than PVC structures of a similar configuration.
Thanks to aluminum structures, unusual design ideas can be realized. Windows of this type are optimal for use on cold verandas, greenhouses and balconies.
Areas of application
Both types of polycarbonate panels are used for:
- finishing of doors inside buildings;
- installation of translucent partitions;
- greenhouse and greenhouse structures;
- glazing of balconies and loggias;
- glazing of office, industrial and private buildings;
- production of protective screens near machines;
- glazing of telephone booths, transport stops and other objects in the transport sector;
- production of security service shields, bank counters, ATM visors;
- anti-vandal glazing.
One of the new areas of use of polycarbonate is facade glazing. With its help, you can completely transform any building in the shortest possible time. Thanks to the unique properties of the material and various color solutions, polycarbonate has very actively begun to be used for decorative design of business centers of many large companies.
Sheet polycarbonate is available in two types:
- structured or cellular, in which between the layers there are jumpers in the form of cells similar to bees;
- monolithic is a sheet of homogeneous material without voids.
Areas of application
The material can be used for various objects:
- glazing of a balcony or loggia;
- glazing of the veranda;
- interior decoration of buildings;
- glazing of offices and production facilities;
- creation of special protective screens in production;
- glazing of transport stops and telephone booths;
- production of bank counters;
- preservation of objects from vandalism.
The method of facade glazing is very popular. It can quickly transform the look of any building, making it creative and modern.
Preparation of tools and materials
Before you begin work on glazing the veranda, you should provide yourself with a set of tools and the necessary materials. So, the materials you will need:
- Polycarbonate sheets.
- Scotch tape to protect the material from damage.
- Metal connecting profiles.
- Soft or rubber washers that are placed under screws and self-tapping screws.
- Anchors, self-tapping screws and mounting screws.
- Polyurethane foam.
Tools you will need:
- Screwdriver or screwdrivers for tightening fasteners.
- Drill for making holes.
- Level and tape measure for taking measurements and maintaining the vertical and horizontal.
- Circular saw (hand) for cutting polycarbonate.
Areas of application other than balconies
Thanks to its excellent thermal insulation characteristics, this reliable material makes it possible to simultaneously glaze and insulate a loggia or balcony. With its help, you can decorate a roof, gazebo or summer veranda, which will allow daylight to pass through well and protect the room from external influences.
The most popular option in multi-storey buildings is glazing a balcony with a polycarbonate roof. A translucent canopy increases the level of natural light, while simultaneously dispersing bright sun rays, which may be relevant for the south side.
The material is used for the installation of skylights and transparent atrium roofs. This is an ideal option for light glazing of loggias from floor to ceiling. The following are glazed using polycarbonate:
- terraces;
- gazebos;
- verandas;
- greenhouses and winter gardens.
It can be installed anywhere, both on walls and on roofs. When installed as canopies and roofs, it is necessary to provide a slope for snow removal.
Polycarbonate cost
The price of the material directly depends on its quality. But this does not mean that cheaper polycarbonate is not suitable in any case. It can also be divided according to purpose. If cheap polycarbonate needs to be used as a partition, then this is an excellent and appropriate option. But such material is not suitable for glazing a veranda - in this case it is better to pay a large amount, but be confident in the practicality and durability of the material. In addition, the thickness of the material also affects the price. Thus, a sheet of monolithic polycarbonate measuring 2 * 3 meters, 2 mm thick, will cost between 4,000 - 5,000 rubles, while the price of a sheet of the same size, but 12 mm thick will reach 29,000 - 30,000 rubles. Thus, you can easily calculate how much it will cost, for example, to glaze a veranda with polycarbonate.
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Glazing technology
For a standard veranda, sheets with a thickness of 8–10 mm are used. However, if you have to glaze a veranda that has a large area, then it is better to purchase polycarbonate with a sheet thickness of 14 to 16 mm.
After making the foundation for the veranda, which can be strip or columnar, you should begin making the frame. To do this, you will need corners, metal pipes, channels or wooden beams, pre-treated with special compounds to protect against moisture, mold, rot and insects.
The frame is attached to the foundation of the veranda. After the concrete becomes strong, you can begin making the sheathing. Most often, beams are used for these purposes, the diameter of which can vary between 5–10 cm. It all depends on the size of the veranda. In order for the roof to withstand snowfalls, when glazing it with monolithic polycarbonate, it is necessary to ensure its strength. The sheathing pitch should vary between 60–80 cm.
A profile is installed on the surface of the veranda sheathing, onto which the window frame is attached. Using wooden wedges and a level, you should set the frame at an angle of 90?, aligning it vertically and horizontally. At this stage, a window sill is installed, if provided. After leveling the frame, it must be finally secured with metal anchors. The preparation of individual frame elements should be done using a hacksaw and a knife if we are talking about a wooden structure.
After this, you need to close all the gaps between the veranda and the frame with sealant or foam. An end profile is attached to the end of the cellular polycarbonate cut out to fit the window frame using moisture-resistant silicone. This way, you can protect the honeycomb material from moisture and dust. Now the polycarbonate is installed in the frame.
