Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate is a popular alternative to glass and is available in a variety of colours and specifications.
The choice of polycarbonate may vary depending on the colour of the conservatory side frames or the light transmission/heat control factors that have to be taken into consideration.
Polycarbonate is available from Ultraframe in a range of thicknesses from 16mm through to 35mm in a variety of colours, including:
- Clear
- Bronze
- Opal
- Bronze/Opal
- Heatguard
- Blue/Grey in Polyspan Optimum
Each polycarbonate type opens up design options to match the frames (white/brown/woodgrain) and reduce glare/minimise solar heat gain.
Bronze/Opal (bronze to face the sun and opal to face inwards) combines the best of both worlds, giving a bright internal appearance, particularly on a dull day, whilst externally working very effectively to reduce solar heat gain. It also provides privacy if the conservatory is overlooked.
Heatguard is an innovative polycarbonate designed to limit heat build-up within the conservatory. It allows light to enter the roof, but by deflecting solar radiation, can reduce solar heat gain through the roof by up to 50% compared to conventioal material. Heatguard provides a very cost effective option to reduce heat gain though the roof, often eliminating the need for blinds.
Click here to view the Polycarbonate specification flyer
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