Veranda with panoramic windows. Features of self-glazing veranda in a wooden house with your own hands
Most of modern summer cottages and private houses have verandas and gazebos in the local area. They are open (terraces) or closed (gazebos and verandas). When glazing the gazebos of the verandas of the terraces, it becomes possible to use them for relaxation not only on fine sunny days, but also in spring and autumn. The veranda covered with glass can become an additional room for the summer, taking over the functions of a summer bedroom.
Varieties of glazing annexes
Verandas in country house can have two types of glazing, which include:
- cold glazing of a veranda or terrace, which will serve as a kind of buffer between the external environment and the internal premises - the temperature in such an extension is usually 5-7 degrees different from the outside;
- insulated glazing of the veranda in the country or in the house, which makes it possible to fully use this room all year round as an additional area of \u200b\u200bthe house - the price for the construction of such an option is higher, but there are a lot of advantages when using modern materials (polymers, insulated aluminum profiles, wood).
From the point of view of glazing design, the following types are distinguished
Glazing frame construction
With this scheme, the glasses are inserted into rigid individual frames, which are mounted, in turn, on a rigid common frame.
The advantages include the low cost. Despite the seemingly large amount of materials required for installation, this is the cheapest option among the others. In addition, this design uses smaller glass, which makes it easier to work with such a fragile and rather heavy material. Since such a scheme is essentially modular, individual elements can be easily replaced if necessary, which is also a plus. The combination of the lightness of the elements and the simplicity of the design allows you to perform all the necessary complex of works with your own hands.
The only drawback can be determined by the attachment to a certain structure and, as a result, the possibility of creating exclusively standard building structures.
Frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace
The main advantage is the ability to configure a wide variety of architectural and structural solutions in construction. Aesthetic characteristics, both in the visual perception of the building from the outside, and the possibility of organizing a panoramic view from the inside, is another significant plus.
Such a solution is elegant and stylish, all year round, the maximum available natural lighting of the interior of the premises is used, and in the warm season it is possible to temporarily remove some elements to "get closer to nature." This design is most applicable when sliding glazing of the veranda and terrace is planned. In addition, this is the only option in which it is possible to apply panoramic glazing verandas.
However, along with a host of advantages, the frameless design also has a number of serious disadvantages. It does not allow you to create a warm version of the terrace. The lack of a rigid frame also limits the ability to supply mosquito nets. Insulating glass joints is practically insoluble. And, perhaps, the most significant disadvantage is the very high cost of creating such an extension.
Despite the significant functional disadvantages of this option, the popularity of frameless structures is growing - apparently, for most of those wishing to install it, aesthetic aspirations significantly exceed the requirements for the functionality of the structure.
Partial glazing
Most often installed in wooden house or country houses. Such a situation may arise if it is planned to glaze an already partially wired veranda or a terrace with blank walls. Most often, it is supposed to glaze only one front wall of the room.
The advantages of such glazing are obvious:
- minimum construction time;
- low cost;
- the possibility of partial repair and replacement of individual elements of the modular structure of the veranda;
- ease of installation, which allows you to do all the work yourself without additional costs.
The disadvantages include an extremely limited view compared to other types of glazing. In addition, such a veranda or terrace does not actually stand out in the overall structure of the house and outwardly looks just like another room of a whole house block.
Panoramic type of glazing
It is a special case of a frameless structure, when only one wall (adjacent to the house) is deaf, and the rest are transparent glass. Such a constructive solution can be a real highlight of the whole house, opening up a wide view of the surrounding landscapes. It is especially worth noting the option when the owner makes the veranda ceiling from transparent materials.
The pluses include:
- broad overview;
- high aesthetics and appearance;
- maximum natural illumination.
In addition to the aforementioned negative properties of all frameless structures, the disadvantages include complete openness - your whole life is played out as on a stage for the residents of a neighboring summer cottage.
Important! To minimize the openness of panoramic verandas for neighboring views, glass with a mirror or polarization coating can be used. But this will raise the cost of construction incredibly.
Frame construction materials
The most common are frame structures in the arrangement of verandas, terraces and free-standing arbors. But the material that is used in them can be very different and significantly affect the functionality of the extension.
The most used are the following types of material:
- Wood. The version with wooden frames is an “unfading classic of the genre”. Such verandas emphasize the taste and material security of the owner. At the same time, frames can be made independently, or you can purchase ready-made European-style windows with double-glazed windows - this is the most expensive option available on the market today.
The advantages include modularity (the possibility of repairing or replacing individual elements) and a sufficiently long service life (in the case of a euro-window, it is very long). The temperature in a room with such glazing is maintained more evenly. In addition, such frames "breathe", they create a positive microclimate in the premises.
Disadvantages:
- high price (refers to purchased structures);
- wood care requirements: do not dry out, constant care, high-quality anti-fungal treatment and treatment against insect pests.
- PVC (metal-plastic) - the most popular way in the construction of verandas and glazing terraces.
The undoubted advantage of this choice is its prevalence, a wide selection of models and color options for finishing. Such frames are easy to maintain and require minimal maintenance, have high heat and sound insulation characteristics. Due to the prevalence and popularity among consumers, manufacturers produce options in a wide range of prices - "for every pocket."
And of the most significant negative points, a relatively short operating time should be noted, as well as the impossibility of replacing individual structural elements.
Important! Metal-plastic has a significant own weight. This must be taken into account when choosing it as a material for arranging the glazing of the veranda. For this reason, it may be necessary to arrange a foundation for glazed walls.
- Aluminum profile. For verandas and terraces that do not provide for insulation, it is used quite often.
A significant advantage of aluminum profiles is their very long service life (over 85 years), low weight of profiles, high level of strength. Of no small importance is the possibility of installing large elements, a variety of design solutions and additional parts (doors, locks, handles, hinges, etc.)
The main disadvantage is suitability only for cold rooms, and when used in a residential building, additional costs for thermal insulation are required.
Types of glass used
For glazing, glass of various types can be used, most often this is due to the chosen structure of the structure. The main types of glass and their use:
- Plain window glass is the cheapest and easiest option. For frame structures;
- Stained glass is a more expensive version of the previous one. It differs only aesthetically;
- Tempered glass type. Used in frameless structures. Not subject to self-processing;
- Laminated glass is also used without frames. Structurally more complicated and more expensive than the previous ones - it consists of many layers of thin glass with polymer interlayers. Does not give fragments when broken, cannot be processed;
- Energy saving glass. The most expensive and structurally complex. They are used in frame structures of warm verandas;
- Double-glazed windows are usually purchased complete with a frame. Good thermal and sound insulation. They are used in frame structures;
- Using polycarbonate instead of traditional glass.
As can be seen from the above, the choice of options for glazing a veranda in a country house or in a country house is not too difficult if you have sufficient information about the available options and their advantages with disadvantages.
A summer cottage, regardless of whether you have a wooden cottage or a stone one, is, in a way, a visiting card of the building, and, moreover, in cold weather it is the most rational place to relax and receive guests.
On the veranda, you can install a biofireplace, break a winter greenhouse, and, due to panoramic glazing, admire the landscape with comfort and without interference, even in bad weather.
We think in advance - project or reconstruction of veranda glazing
It is good if a covered veranda is designed at the stage of developing a new solution country house... However, even in the existing building, the old veranda can be turned into a very cozy place.
- 1. If your task is to make the veranda functional, but not to use it as part of the living room, you can install conventional sliding or hinged windows... In this case, aluminum or plastic systems will be a good solution, which will allow maximum light into the veranda and at the same time allow you to maintain a comfortable temperature.
- 2. The solution to exit to the veranda can be plastic or aluminum doors with double-glazed windows, as well as sliding doors or portal systems.
- Remember - the sashes of any of the above glazing systems must necessarily open inward, this is important to ensure a full flow of fresh air.
- 3. If you plan to use the veranda only in the summer, then you can think about frameless glazing from floor to shelf, for example, the Lumon system. In this case, the veranda will be not only cozy, but also luxurious, and the glazing will not obscure the panorama, and you can enjoy nature to the fullest!
Eco-style cottage - wooden frames and modern plastic windows
Often, the owners with taste, planning to create an emphatically natural wooden country house, are faced with the problem of finding the stylistic unity of the facade and window structures.
In the case of glazing a veranda, it is even more important to ensure that it forms a single whole with the entire building.
- 1. Large wooden frames will look very appropriate as a glazing option, especially if the main structure is made of new lumber - for example, timber. All the advantages of wood in this case will become the advantages of your windows - high-quality heat preservation, water resistance.
- 2. PVC windows are appropriate in a densely populated holiday village, where sound insulation is especially important in the season of influx of tourists. However, here you need to not overdo it with the style of window selection. On the one hand, double-glazed windows can be made in the size and shape you need, on the other hand, often such windows, installed on a veranda adjacent to a wooden facade, look rough and unnatural. However, there are such methods of decorating a plastic profile as painting and lamination, which will help to harmoniously fit the plastic into the exterior of the country house.
- 3. Frameless veranda glazing in the summer time will allow you to turn it into an open sun-drenched terrace, in the winter time - to use the veranda as a warmed hall, sitting down in which you can contemplate the snow-covered courtyard. The advantage is that such a veranda, despite its ultra-modern appearance, will not look unnatural, being part of even an old hereditary house that has been tiled anew.
Is frameless glazing of the veranda feasible when it comes to an old building that was erected without reference to any stylistic standards?
Yes, of course - the construction of load-bearing and sash profiles and 6-12 mm tempered glass can be easily mounted on the existing atypical opening.
The height of the flaps can reach 3 m, and the master will determine the width based on the architectural possibilities of the veranda.
A panoramic view of the courtyard - what you need to remember
Panoramic glazing is possible with any area and shape of the veranda, and fears about the unreliability of panoramic glazing due to the apparent fragility of the structure have no grounds.
- The weight of each sash is carefully calculated at the design stage.
- Due to the proportional calculation of the sash width, the windage of the glazing in strong winds is excluded.
- Frameless glazing has the highest light transmittance - you will truly feel on a covered veranda like on a beach or a clearing in a garden.
If the veranda is conceived at the design stage of the house, then it is better to place it on the north or east side of the building.
While there are a large number of verandah and terrace glazing options on the market, the specifics of your home are likely to impose some kind of limitation on the translucent structure, leaving you with little choice to make a decision.
Therefore, it is still one of the most important points - this is to find conscientious and professional performers who can take into account all the nuances of an already erected house, make all the necessary measurements and calculations, and offer you the best glazing method, taking into account your wishes and budget.
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Many owners country houses or country houses often look with envy at the neighboring verandas and terraces, which are glazed with modern windows. Glazing of premises of this kind always testified to the status of their owners. Today use large windows on terraces, creating the illusion of being on the street, received a new surge in popularity and led to the emergence of new technologies in this area. In reality, it turned out that there are a lot of options for framing the veranda with glass:
- using wooden frame structures;
- decoration with metal-plastic windows from floor to ceiling;
- the use of aluminum profiles;
- the use of sliding panels;
- the use of polycarbonate for glazing;
- frameless glazing system.
Interesting design solution the use of versatile combined glazing is considered as in the photo, which once again proves a positive trend in the development of modern technologies. On the window market, there is a wide assortment of structures, varied both in price and in shape, for finishing verandas, loggias or terraces.
Varieties of glazing for a veranda or terrace
Today, there are two ways to frame a terrace in the country or a loggia in a country house with glass:
- glazing using frame structures;
- frameless glazing as shown in the photo.
At the same time, the use of aluminum or wooden frame structures has the following advantages:
- a price that is affordable for almost all segments of the population, despite the fact that the manufacture of frame systems will require both money and time;
- interchangeability of individual structural elements with new counterparts in case of strong deterioration of old ones;
- the ability to carry out all the work on their own.
The only, but rather significant, drawback of using frame systems is the impossibility of their installation in non-standard rooms.
In turn, if we talk about the frameless framing of the veranda with glass, then this method has the following positive characteristics:
In addition to many advantages, the frameless glazing of the veranda has quite a few disadvantages:
- low thermal insulation characteristics;
- inability to install a mosquito net;
- unsealed seams;
- quite high price.
Having weighed all the pros and cons, we can come to the conclusion that such a system for framing a terrace with glass is more suitable for connoisseurs of beauty, rather than functionality.
Varieties of glazing veranda
Now, like many years ago, wooden frames are still used for glazing terraces in country houses. This method is rightfully considered budgetary and popular for doing it yourself. Wherein natural wood environmentally friendly, versatile and has high heat-saving properties.
No less popular materials for frame glazing are metal-plastic structures. Moreover, such modern systems are made with the most convenient option for opening windows and in various configurations and sizes, depending on the wishes of the customer.
Reinforced-plastic windows have high thermal insulation and a long service life. However, use PVC systems for glazing miniature wooden verandas, not recommended as they look slightly awkward. Therefore, it is better to use lighter devices for finishing buildings of this kind.
For another popular option for glazing a terrace, glass structures with a polycarbonate profile are used. In this case, the constructive implementation of the glazing of the veranda can be carried out in any, even non-standard forms.
Glazed terraces and veranda
Panoramic glazing of open spaces
Such glass framing of premises is one of the most advanced. With the help of panoramic glazing of the veranda, it can be transformed into an open-type terrace without any problems. This type of glazing implies the presence of strong load-bearing and sash profile systems, with tempered glass, up to 12 mm thick.
The sliding glazing system of the terrace, as shown in the photo, can have any shape or size. This design has the highest light transmittance, making it the most popular for glazing verandas in country houses.
There are certain generalized tips for those wishing to independently do the glazing of a terrace or veranda in a country house.
In general, you can frame any veranda or terrace with glass. The main thing is to carry out the correct calculations and choose design options that will emphasize the overall stylization of the room.
How can you save money when carrying out work?
Regardless of the chosen option for finishing the terrace, they all have both positive and negative qualities. Therefore, the choice of a suitable design remains with the owner of the renovated premises. At the same time, it is very important that the cost of the work does not exceed the cost of the country house. Therefore, when choosing materials, it is important to consider the cost of the future structure.
The pricing of glass terrace finishing mainly depends on the materials used. One of the most expensive will be a terrace with panoramic glazing or frames made of expensive wood species. The works performed with the use of aluminum profiles are among the most economical ones, and PVC structures have taken the place in the middle.
Summing up, I would like to note that before starting work on glazing a veranda or terrace, you need to conduct a study of the construction market. It is advisable to find out proposals from manufacturers. As time proved, direct purchases can save up to 20% of the budget planned for repairs.
Several options for glazed terraces
Today glass verandas and terraces in the country have become very popular. Correctly and originally glazed building in a country house is a definite indicator of the status significance of the owner.
Today, glass verandas and terraces in the country have become very popular
In order to competently glaze a building in the local area, you need to pay attention to the following recommendations of specialists:
- warm glazing is performed using wood, plastic or special aluminum, as well as the use of double-glazed windows based on energy-saving glass;
- cold glazing is a cheaper alternative using aluminum facade systems in the absence of crossbars and drain;
- a partial glazing option is optimal for suburban buildings operated mainly in the summer;
- expensive panoramic glazing involves the installation of window structures from floor to ceiling using high-quality seals and a reliable opening system;
- features of wall glazing is the insertion of glass exclusively into vertically located surfaces;
- the roof glazing of the veranda is complex and expensive, which provides for the installation of a glass unit directly on the roof of the building;
- the technological features of the swing glazing provide for opening through the operation of several swing leaves, which can significantly reduce heat losses;
- sliding glazing is practical and aesthetically pleasing, thanks to the movement of the window sashes on special rollers;
- the variant of "accordion" glazing contributes to the maximum illumination of the building space and creates a magnificent panoramic view.
Frame glazing is especially popular, the advantages of which are represented by low cost, ease of transportation, the ability to replace individual elements and self-installation... Frameless glazing belongs to an expensive premium class, due to the expanded view, as well as transparency and lightness of the design.
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What affects the cost of glazing verandas and terraces
There are several factors that directly affect the pricing in the field of glazing, but the main ones presented:
- the purpose of the structure;
- the size of the veranda or terrace;
- type and type of glazing;
- used materials of window frames;
- used glass;
- the presence and appearance of the door;
- type and cost of accessories for doors and windows.
Some types of glazing for summer cottages can be done by hand. Most often, glazed wooden frames or ready-made PVC blocks are used for this purpose. As a rule, it is much cheaper to glaze a building on your own than to pay for the services of attracted specialists or qualified craftsmen. It should be remembered that the cost of the warm version is more expensive than the cold glazing method.
The budget is the frame way of arranging the terrace Glazing options for verandas and terraces
There are many ways of glazing, so the owner of suburban real estate has a great opportunity to choose the best option. Nevertheless, it is necessary to take into account not only the strengths of each method, but also its disadvantages, which can complicate the operation process.
Complete and partial
Partial is the installation of glass when arranging buildings that have blank walls. The advantages of this method are represented by low cost and availability for local replacement of elements that have become unusable. The disadvantages are very limited visibility and low aesthetics. The panoramic method involves glazing three walls, and sometimes the roof, which gives the maximum good overview. The disadvantages include rather high cost of such a design and the creation of an aquarium effect.
Partial is the installation of glass when arranging buildings that have blank walls Frame and frameless
The budgetary method is the frame arrangement. Such structures are easy to transport and manufacture, and it is also possible to replace individual elements and install the frames yourself. However, it is impossible to create custom designs, so the building will look very impersonal.
Frameless way - elite and very modern directionallowing to create a structure with a peculiar configuration with a panoramic effect, elegant and stylish, while maintaining natural light. The disadvantages of the frameless arrangement are represented by insufficient thermal insulation qualities due to the lack of complete tightness of the seams, as well as high cost.
Glazing with sliding and hinged structures
Hinged windows are made with sashes, which are made in a standard pivoting version or equipped with a swing-out mechanism. In various designs, the sash can be opened not only inward, but also outward. Depending on the components used in the production, such blocks can be quite different in their weight.
Sliding blocks are most often made on the basis of aluminum frames, but sometimes they can be made of wood or modern plastics. In the doors of such structures, one thick glass is installed with the ability to mount a mosquito net. There are also ultra-modern and very beautiful frameless designs in which frames are completely absent. The doors of such products are made exclusively of glass, which does not allow the use of mosquito nets.
Sliding blocks are most often made on the basis of aluminum frames Winter and summer glazing
Cold or summer and warm or winter glazing has a number of significant differences that must be taken into account in the process of choosing an option and direct installation of the structure.
The first option involves the installation of frames based on lightweight and durable aluminum profiles with 5mm double-glazed windows. The advantages are presented by an affordable price, good noise and dust protection, as well as the ability to install additional heaters. Nevertheless, glass replacement in this case will be very time consuming, and, among other things, operation is accompanied by large heat losses.
The second method is characterized by the installation of frames in the form of PVC profiles, which guarantees low heat losses, a high level of sound insulation, strength and durability, as well as the ability to use multi-chamber type of glazing. The disadvantages of the design include a smaller light clearance, high cost and a noticeable decrease in the size of the usable area of \u200b\u200bthe room.
Sliding panoramic glazing Sliding panoramic glazing for winter gardens
This method of arrangement is especially in demand in winter gardens, where, as a rule, automatic heating is used to thaw the snow mass, an automatic method of maintaining the microclimate and temperature indicators.
For a seasonal winter garden, glazing with an aluminum profile is considered, which allows you to create a light and beautiful, but not at all warm, sliding-type structure. The flower garden needs sufficient lighting. Disassembling such a system is quite simple and does not require much time or effort. The warm glazing method allows you to keep the heat in the winter garden even in fairly severe frosts, but provided there is a good source of thermal energy.
Applicable materials
First of all, it is very important to decide whether the terrace or veranda will be a well-heated room. For operation in winter, it is advisable to give preference to the option of warm aluminum glazing with insulation from the inside. If heating of the veranda is not planned, then you can safely install the cold method. Regardless of the method, very important to treat correctly the choice of materials used in the manufacture.
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Aluminum profile
Used in the cold arrangement of suburban buildings. The advantages are represented by a long service life, light weight, increased strength, environmental friendliness, the ability to manufacture large-sized structures. Opening systems can be rotary, swing-out, swing-out, sliding and lift-and-slide, and thanks to a wide range of colors, the appearance of such a profile can easily imitate wood. The disadvantages include additional investments for sound and heat insulation or heating.
Wooden frames
The owners of suburban real estate pay tribute to the good protective, strength and performance characteristics of natural wood, the distinctive features of which are environmental friendliness, low thermal conductivity and sound conductivity, high frost resistance and high strength indicators with a small bulk density, as well as maintainability and ease of processing.
The cost of windows is determined by a number of factors and varies in a fairly wide range. The final cost of the finished product is influenced by the glazing area, the selected type of wood and structure, as well as the level of deviation of the structure from rectangular standards.
The owners of suburban real estate pay tribute to the good protective, strength and performance characteristics of natural wood Plastic or PVC
The advantages of using a plastic or PVC profile in glazing are represented by very high sound-insulating and heat-insulating parameters, excellent tightness, long service life, ease of maintenance and the absence of the need to regularly paint. The price of a standard PVC profile is lower than the cost of modern euro- and aluminum frames with thermal break. Wide range of decorative coatings and colors allow you to choose the most suitable profile. The building does not need to provide additional sealing, and different ways of opening the sash make it very comfortable to operate the structure.
The advantages of using a plastic or PVC profile in glazing are represented by very high soundproof and thermal insulation parameters. Types of double-glazed windows
Double-glazed windows used in the glazing of a veranda or terrace, can be represented by the following types:
- tubeless double-glazed windows or standard single glazing, which does not guarantee high tightness rates in the room. It will serve as a fairly good protection only from wind and atmospheric precipitation, but it is distinguished by low thermal insulation and sound absorption. Due to the joint use with the narrowest profile, the finished product belongs to the category of budget models;
- single-chamber double-glazed window with two glasses provides reliable protection from wind and precipitation, sufficient thermal insulation and sound absorption. Finished products of this type belong to the middle price category;
- multi-chamber double-glazed windows are equipped with three or more glasses, due to which the structure has excellent air-tightness, good sound-proof and heat-insulating characteristics, which affects the price of the finished product.
Glasses used in glazing can be not only traditional or standard, but also solar control, self-cleaning, tempered and energy saving.
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Features of self-glazing veranda in a wooden house with your own hands
When glazing a suburban building with your own hands, preference, as a rule, is given to wooden glazed frames and ready-made PVC blocks. Before starting work, it is very important to perform the correct calculations of the number and size of structures, as well as the location of the windows. Well-dried wood without cracks is selected for self-production of wooden frames.
It is best to use glued material for this purpose, since solid beams or boards often shrink. Then a wooden box is made, which is inserted into the window opening. The box can be made of boards 5x15 cm in size. For the manufacture of the frame, a bar with a section of 5x5 cm is used. One or more glasses can be inserted into the finished profile, under which grooves are cut. At the final stage, hinges and latches must be screwed onto the sash, and all structural elements must be covered with protective dyes or varnish.
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Why do people prefer to live in their own house, even if there is an opportunity to buy an apartment in a high-rise building? Maybe because in this case they can do it as they see fit, and not use the standard version. One of the ways to achieve this is with frame or frameless glazing of the veranda in the country house, when it turns into a place where you can spend time comfortably.
The prestige and practicality of the design
There are few people who were not impressed by this structure installed on. The use of glasses in this case has always been considered an attribute of practicality and consistency.
Although for a while interest in such constructions disappeared, today it is beginning to revive again. This is due to the creation of the illusion of being near the natural landscape, besides, new technologies contribute to this in full.
The evolution of terrace glazing has shown the presence of many options, including:
- wooden frames;
- PVC frames;
- glazing with aluminum profile;
- use of polycarbonate;
- sliding panels;
- frameless glazing.
Terrace means open areainstalled on the foundation or on the roof of the lower floor, and is usually used for recreation. Most often, it has no walls at all, since it was originally conceived as a hard-surface area where you can place light furniture, sun loungers and relax, enjoying the sun's rays.
Such designs are typical for European countries, where the climate is milder than ours. It happens that a roof and railings are added for safety.
After the fashion for such decorative buildings came to us, many homeowners faced a problem - strong winds in winter blew snow onto the site in large quantities. Therefore, it was necessary to solve the problem quickly and radically, as a result, they came up with glazing of the terrace, which will help protect from precipitation, but will not hide the view.
Veranda or terrace
The search for a way of glazing created a collision: what should be closed from the wind - a terrace or a veranda? Both concepts have mixed with each other and caused some confusion.
If we turn to the building rules, only the veranda is glazed from several sides, since it can be both a resting place for the owners, and protection of the building from a direct hit of the street cold.
When you install fixed glazing on the terrace, which will not be cleaned in summer, the area will automatically go into the veranda category.
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| Pvc | The material has also worked well for veranda glazing, therefore it is very popular among developers.
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| Polycarbonate | Not a bad way to protect your veranda from the wind, considering that the material is almost 200 times stronger than glass. In this case, the design of the profile can be very diverse. |
Tip: to organize an uninterrupted supply of electricity to suburban area you will be helped by renting a diesel generator to provide the required power.
Below we will consider options that will help you convert and vice versa.
We use aluminum frames
If your veranda is not designed for year-round use and heating is not provided on it, it will be cold during winter. To protect it from precipitation, it is recommended to use sliding aluminum frames with a profile called "cold".
This is due to the fact that it does not have a so-called thermal break, which makes the structure airtight. In contrast, "warm" aluminum profiles are used for glazing winter gardens and terraces with heating devices.
The advantage of the material is that you can cover with it not only the entire perimeter, but also only part of the site, for example, from the windiest side.
In warm weather, the instruction makes it possible to simply move the system to a corner, making the site open.
- Sliding frames are installed on parallel rails, so they resemble cabinet doors, driving one after the other. The advantage of the design is space saving, which cannot be said about swing doors. It is enough just to push one sash after another.
Minus - in the summer you will not be able to fully open the wall due to the fact that the glasses are not removed from the frames, but are intended only to be shifted in one direction.
Advice: you should not use such a system for a winter garden, as it is not airtight and cannot create the necessary greenhouse effect.
- Folding frames or "accordion" you can hide in the very corner of the veranda in warm weather, turning it into a terrace. This is facilitated by a special mechanism. "Accordion" is made of aluminum and plastic profiles. In our case, it is recommended to purchase the first option, since it is tougher, more reliable, capable of holding heavy glasses.
The use of aluminum frames offers a lot of creativity, especially when they combine tinted and clear glass. There are also mirror-tinted options that, in the cold season, are able to reflect the landscape of winter nature. Some experts advise to insert transparent polycarbonate instead of glass.
Frameless glazing
This option is considered the closest to the conditions of the terrace. In this case, there are no vertical posts and frames between the glasses, so in winter the building seems to be open.
The material is a special tempered glass that can withstand heavy loads, so you don't have to worry about the reliability of the structure. The rail system is installed along the lower and upper edges of the open opening for moving glass sheets. Thanks to this, in a warm season, you can move the entire structure to one corner and fold it like a book.
Conclusion
Having decided to glaze the veranda of a country house, you should weigh the pros and cons, since the price of such work can be quite high, and the end result is not entirely justified. Do not rush, invite a specialist for consultation, who will help not only with constructive moments, but also suggest the most optimal solution to the problem.
But, if you do your plans, you will increase the prestige of the house, and many neighbors will envy you. The video in this article will help you find additional information on this topic.
