Polycarbonate is one of the most popular materials for building a greenhouse or a light canopy. Installation does not require special skills and time. Truck cranes will be needed to load a large amount of polycarbonate.
Polycarbonate is a relatively new material in the construction market.
The process of its production is extrusion, in other words, molten plastic is poured into a mold and pressed down with a press. The output is a light hollow structure that shows high insulating properties.
Roofs made of polycarbonate are able to withstand even a layer of snow and are not damaged by hail. This material does not emit toxic volatile compounds, does not burn and lasts for many years without replacement.
Polycarbonate is equipped with a special layer that prevents UV penetration and scatters light so that optimal soft lighting is created.
Polycarbonate is not only durable, but also a very flexible material, which makes it possible to create arched structures.
Before proceeding with the sheathing of the structure with polycarbonate, it should be kept for a couple of days in a dry place. This is necessary so that there is no moisture in the channels of the sheet.
When sealing joints between polycarbonate sheets, elastic sealants should be used, since the material can shrink or expand when the temperature changes.
