From the category of unusual features of the architecture of shopping centers and swimming pools, glass roofs gradually moved into the category of more accessible frills, which gave rise to their popularity in private construction. Not being more insanely expensive, the technology has been actively used in the construction of country cottages and houses.
House with a glass roof
A glass attic, a winter garden, an indoor pool, a terrace, a gazebo with glass walls and a roof - all these elements are actively used in modern private construction. At the same time, their reliability is not inferior in strength to standard roofs.
- The glass roof in the house must have a slope, that is, be sloped so that snow and rain do not linger and do not increase the weight of the structure.
- The carrier base is often made of aluminum, which has useful properties, such as lightness and strength, and no tendency to corrosive processes.
- The design of double-glazed windows is slightly different from conventional windows. Outside, there is always a strong tempered glass, inside it is installed a sheet of triplex - laminated glass, where the layers are joined together by a polymer composition or a film.
- The tint film on the upper surface of the glass, formed by vacuum deposition of the finest polymers, creates protection against ultraviolet light, makes the room invisible from the street, reflects heat, keeping the coolness in the house in the summer.
- If desired, you can lay wiring to connect managed flaps, which can be opened and closed from the remote control.
Panoramic glass roof
Many dream to fall asleep, looking at the stars. This dream is possible with an invisible roof, the shape and design of which can be very diverse. If your choice is a flat glass roof, to melt snow on it provides a system of heating of double-glazed windows. For this purpose, electrical equipment is placed along the perimeter of the profile, which can be turned on and off as needed.
If the glass roof is made in the form of a dome, a hemisphere, an arch or an inclined plane, this assumes the presence of a more complex and reinforced frame made of an aluminum or less steel profile. The main difference of the panoramic roof is a large glazed area, which sometimes affects the walls of the house, turning your home into a futuristic architectural refinement. The main thing is to think in advance of the convenience of servicing such a structure, including keeping the glass clean.
Glass roof of the attic
Very often in houses with an attic are carried out so-called zenith lanterns (partial glazing) or a panoramic roof is installed. This room is best suited for such experiments. Glass elements are inserted directly into the roof. They play the role of additional lighting, and also allow you to admire the sky in any weather and any time of the year.
In this case, such warm glass roofs allow you to equip the attic with a full room or even a winter garden . Laminated glass and a reliable profile ensure the proper level of heat preservation under the roof. At the same time it protects against ultraviolet and sunburn due to special spraying. So people and plants can feel very comfortable under such a roof.
Glass roof for terrace
Being a connecting link between the house and the surrounding nature, the terrace with a glass roof looks very light, stylish and elegant. Such a roof does not prevent to enjoy the view of the starry sky, in addition, it does not interfere with the penetration of natural light into the house. The glass roof of the terrace is made of high-strength sheets with a minimum thickness of 10 mm. Even serious loads can not break and somehow damage such a roof.
Installing it, you need to correctly calculate the required cross-section of the supporting beams. As a rule, they are made with a margin of safety, since you need to count not only on the weight of the glass, but also snow, especially for residents of regions with heavy precipitation in the winter. To the house such a construction is fixed with steel anchors. The slope of the roof should be 8 or more degrees. This will help to avoid accumulation of precipitation on it. Also, do not forget about the arrangement of the gutter and the drainage system. This will significantly extend the service life of the floor.
Glass roof verandas
As you know, the veranda is a terrace that is closed on all sides, which can provide a comfortable rest at any time of the year and in any weather. If you can enjoy the view around without restrictions, this extension becomes for many a favorite place for relaxation. The verandah with a glass roof is equipped with glazing systems, which are installed on pre-designed load-bearing structures.
The additional benefit of the glass roof on the veranda is the saving of electricity, because it provides an excellent level of natural light. At the same time, the glass is protected from the harmful effects of sunlight. As in the case of glazing of the main roof of the house, solid and reliable double-glazed windows are used here.
Glass roof for a loggia
Residents of apartments, not wanting to lag behind modern trends, often choose glazing of loggias and balconies from all sides. As a result, a balcony with a glass roof has become not uncommon in urban realities. If the task is to make this room a full room, suitable for operation at any time of the year, the roof is made warm, using a multi-layer construction with additional heat and vapor insulation.
In order not to allow snow and water to accumulate, a roof over the loggia is made with a slope or laid a heating cable system that successfully melts snow and icicles, eliminating the problem. In addition to transparent glass, matte can be used. It simultaneously maintains a good level of light penetration and eliminates the sun rays that strike the eyes.
Pavilion with glass roof
The main advantage of a gazebo made of glass is a panoramic view. You can not only observe the landscape around you, but also enjoy the view of the endless sky. Light transmission and noise insulation ability of glass also plays to the benefit of similar designs. And that in winter there were no problems with the accumulation of snow, there is always a glass roof with heating. Since the glass is thick and hardened, the overall weight of the gazebo is significant, so a solid foundation and a powerful frame are required. But the final result is simply amazing.