Patio roof comparison: VSG glass, polycarbonate and louvres
The roof should be selected according to daylight inside the house, the need to open the roof and the way the terrace is used during rain and strong sun.
Key points before making a decision
Compare VSG glass, polycarbonate and louvred roofs for daylight, shade, acoustics, durability and opening.
VSG glass: maximum daylight
Glass creates a clean architectural line and preserves the view of the sky. Roof blinds can be added to control summer heat.
Polycarbonate: light and practical
Polycarbonate is impact resistant and available in clear, light opal and dark graphite opal. The dark option is neutral and blackish rather than brown or smoked.
Louvres: weather control
Rotating louvres control sunlight and ventilation. Sliding systems can reveal a large part of the sky.
Which roof is right?
Choose glass for daylight, polycarbonate for an efficient lightweight solution, and louvres for adjustable shade and opening.
What should you prepare before the survey and quotation?
A reliable quotation starts with a few concrete details. They help us select the right system, prevent changes during installation and compare solutions on equal assumptions.
Terrace dimensions and photographs
Measure the approximate façade width, projection and installation height. Include photographs of the full wall, corners and ground surface.
Sun exposure and indoor daylight
Identify the orientation and the hours of strongest sunlight. This influences the choice of glass, polycarbonate, louvres and solar protection.
Wind and driving rain
Indicate the prevailing wind direction. One carefully positioned sliding wall can sometimes improve comfort more effectively than enclosing the whole terrace.
Ground, drainage and services
Check what is below the paving, where foundations can be made and how drainage, LED wiring or automation power can be routed.
Colour and structural divisions
Prepare the window-frame colour or RAL code and decide which views should remain uninterrupted and where posts or glass joints may be acceptable.
Planning a similar project?
Send dimensions and select an initial system. We will verify the configuration and prepare the next step.
