ᐅ Opaque roof canopy with opening function for terrace / patio

Created on: 18 Jun 2019 23:04
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bububu11
Hello everyone,

What options do you see for a stormproof patio roof that can be partially opened in winter (for example, sliding)? The roof should provide shade in summer (so a glass roof is not necessary) and let through as much light as possible in winter.

Is there a manufacturer for such roofs?
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Niloa
20 Jun 2019 18:06
Why not a glass roof with a retractable awning?
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bububu11
20 Jun 2019 21:38
Niloa schrieb:

Why not have a glass roof with a retractable awning?
Our terrace faces south. Therefore, the awning would probably be extended almost all summer. So I’m wondering if there might be alternative options.

One more question: How often is a glass roof usually cleaned?
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Lumpi_LE
20 Jun 2019 22:36
Our sunshade stays outside all summer, regardless of storm or rain. So, it’s not a problem.
It’s also not an excessively expensive solution and looks stylish.
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hampshire
20 Jun 2019 22:55
For this application, I would look into "switchable glass" or "smart glass." The technology is characterized by its ability to darken at the push of a button. Not exactly cheap, but quite brilliant.
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bububu11
21 Jun 2019 12:29
Lumpi_LE schrieb:

Our sunshade sail stays outside all summer long, regardless of storm or rain. So, it’s not a problem.
It’s not an overly expensive solution and looks stylish.

May I ask which sail you are using? For example, there are significant price differences...
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boxandroof
21 Jun 2019 12:41
bububu11 schrieb:

May I ask which sail you are using? For example, there are clear differences in price...
I’m curious about that too, not just the price but also how it looks.