Glass roofs

Today, glass roofs are just as common a roofing option as metal, wooden, and others. However, despite their immense size, the lightweight and transparent glass roofs still look simply fantastic.

Glass roofs create a sense of a spacious, light and air-filled room. Thanks to innovative solutions such as glass surfaces, the interior gains a unique touch.

Advantages of glass roofs

A unique decorative element for the home
Withstands high wind and snow loads
High durability of interior gardens. The stronger the frame, the better and brighter the interior garden eventually looks
Reliably protects the building from precipitation — rain, snow, and hail
Provides excellent natural sunlight for the upper floor, which is cost-effective in terms of electricity
Waterproof
Presence of a system for draining condensation and rainwater

Types of glass roofs

The structural possibilities for installing glass roofs place virtually no limits on creative imagination. However, most solutions are based on classic shapes. In addition to the classic flat roof, there are the following custom shapes:

Virtually all glass roofs have the same structure and consist of the following elements:

Frame. Unlike window frames, these products have an external edging required for installation in a roof opening.
Glass or polycarbonate. Plexiglass is another option. Such products are remarkable for high strength and elasticity. To avoid worrying about surface damage, it is advisable to purchase multi-layered skylights.
Hardware is installed when the structure has a leaf. It can be opened manually or remotely.