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2 Popular Translucent Roofing Materials
Properties in various aspects and prices of 2 types of translucent roofs as a guideline for homeowners to consider using in various areas, such as roof extensions, awnings, and garages.
"Translucent roofs" or what some people call "clear roofs" can be part of the roof in building design, as well as used to make awnings or roofs for various extensions, such as carports, kitchens, and relaxation balconies. With its outstanding properties that allow light to pass through, it creates different usage patterns. Currently, there are many materials to choose from, and we have compiled 5 popular translucent roofing materials in our country to compare their properties, advantages, and precautions to make it easier for homeowners to decide on their purchase.

Acrylic translucent sheets have a smooth, clear, and shiny surface, suitable for making awnings or translucent roofs for houses in many styles, especially modern styles. Its outstanding properties are that they are as clear as glass but are much lighter. They are tough, can be bent, do not become brittle or cracked, and do not become cloudy. There are both standard models that filter sunlight to some extent and models that filter light and protect more heat. For translucent roofs or translucent awnings, they are 6 mm thick, which can support a maximum weight of 90 kilograms per square meter.

Cautions for using acrylic translucent sheets are that they must be installed according to the standards and structural distances specified by the company or must be installed by experts only. Most importantly, be careful of scratches from sharp objects during installation. As for the maintenance of acrylic translucent roofs, cleaning with plain water or mild soap is sufficient. There is no need to use glass cleaner or other cleaning agents. Avoid using sharp objects, gasoline, lacquer, and thinner to clean at all because they will damage the surface of the sheet. The price of acrylic translucent roofing sheets with structure and installation labor is approximately 6,000 - 6,500 baht / sq m.

Fiberglass translucent sheets for awnings or translucent roofs come in both corrugated and smooth sheets. There are many colors, both clear and opaque. The light passes through comfortably. The amount of light passing through each color is not the same. The top surface of the sheet is coated with a UV protection substance to make it last longer. There is also a model that provides special heat protection.

Fiberglass sheets are lightweight, flexible, and can be bent. There are many lengths to choose from depending on the application. However, there may be some noise from rain and the color may fade over time. For the price of fiberglass translucent sheets with structure including installation labor for awnings or translucent roofs, the average is 3,200-3,500 baht per square meter, but if it is the price of the roofing sheets alone, it will be around 575-750 baht per square meter.

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