The better to glaze the terrace. Varieties of glazing of the veranda for any wallet. Choosing the option you want

If the area of \u200b\u200ba country house is small, then the best solution to increase it would be to build a veranda or terrace. It will become a comfortable place for the whole family to relax. But if in countries with a warm climate this structure can remain open all year round, then in the conditions of our frosty winters it will have to be made closed.

The best option in this case is the glazing of the terrace. In addition to an attractive view, protection from precipitation and cold, the owners receive a room with a panoramic view of the site.

Thematic material:

Glazing options

Using windows instead of walls helps save on lighting costs. Those present have the illusion that they are on the street. But there is also a downside - the whole room is in full view of the neighbors. Therefore, in order not to be on the veranda as in an aquarium, it is worth choosing the type of glazing correctly.

Wireframe

This method allows you to do all the work with your own hands and without assistance. Suitable for cold and warm glazing.

Other pluses include:

the ability to replace elements without harm to the entire structure;
availability of prices for materials and services of craftsmen;
fast assembly of the frame.

The disadvantage of using frames is that they are suitable only for classical forms of buildings (square, rectangular). Non-standard sites are not equipped with them.

Frameless

Panoramic or soft glazing.

Photo: freestanding gazebo with frameless glazing

The fastening system consists of two profiles:

bearing guide lower;
top.

Roller hinges are mounted on the glass at the bottom and at the top so that the sashes move freely along the guides, adapters are installed at the joints and a sealant is applied.

For such glazing of the terrace of a country house, it is necessary that the frame of the building be assembled and the roof installed. The windows can be folded in a book or opened in a sliding way.

In case of damage, the glass breaks up into small pieces, which minimizes the risk of injury to a person.

it is suitable for sites of any shape, size;
the veranda looks beautiful;
one hundred percent overview of the site;
for the summer season, part of the structure can be removed to ventilate the room;
maximum flow of natural light into the room, which means energy savings.

Among the cons:

the impossibility of installing mosquito nets from insects;
high cost of materials;
low heat-saving performance.

It will be colder on such a veranda in winter than when using the frame type. The solution is to install energy-saving glass packages.

Partial

It is used for outbuildings that are operated exclusively in the warm season. Suitable for gazebos, balconies, sheds near baths. Often these are wooden frames with single glazing, which are installed on the end sides of the structure. Their main purpose is to protect against wind and slanting rain. This option is cheap.

Choosing warm or cold glazing

Cold is used to protect premises from precipitation, wind, moisture, but its disadvantage is the inability to retain heat inside the veranda.

In late autumn, the temperature difference between the street and the building space will be no more than 5⁰ С.

Warm glazing is energy efficient because it retains heat inside the room with minimal losses. When the outside temperature is -20⁰C, the building will be at least + 21⁰C.

Types of window opening systems

The choice is strictly individual. Each has pros and cons.

Sliding

It is gaining popularity in the private sector. This is the best solution if you need to glaze a room with a small area.

The principle of its operation is that the sashes move along the guide profiles. There are several location options:

wardrobe type;
accordion or book.

Individual parts can be made removable. Open doors are invisible, significantly saving free space.

The sliding system is suitable for summer verandas, gazebos, but heat loss is observed in winter.

If you decide to choose this type for year-round use, then it is better to take profiles made of plastic rather than aluminum.

Swing

Due to the affordable price and ease of installation, it is in demand among the owners of summer cottages.

There are at least two options for opening:

The window consists of 2 wings. If both pull the handles towards you, they will open.
In the case when the window is wide, then it is made of several parts. One half can open and the other half cannot.

The advantage of the swing system is a high rate of thermal insulation with minimal losses.

If you decide to glaze the veranda area in this way, then it is important to correctly calculate the width of the windows. An open wide window (1 m and more) protrudes strongly from the opening.

In addition, sections with a swing or swing-out mechanism can be ordered on request.

Glass types

Depending on the location of the veranda, the period of operation and the budget, different glass materials are used. Let's consider them in more detail.

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Glazing options

Polycarbonate

They are used for the arrangement of greenhouses, greenhouses, winter gardens, summer houses, terraces. Available in several forms. Cellular is considered inexpensive. It will turn out to make not only walls, but also an interesting colored ceiling.

Photo: combined glazing. Frontal windows - regular glass, roof and flanks - polycarbonate.

Its structure is very similar to plastic raw materials. Transverse partitions resembling honeycombs are installed between the two plates. They form longitudinal grooves in which air is trapped, which becomes an obstacle to cold and noise. Hence the advantages of polycarbonate - excellent noise and heat insulation.

Other advantages are noted:

light transmission;
the ability to scatter ultraviolet rays;
high flexibility, which allows you to finish structures of different shapes;
large selection of colors;
strength;
light weight;
low price.

No significant deficiencies have been identified.

It is necessary to install polycarbonate sheets on a prepared metal frame.

Double-glazed windows

They are a set of glasses of different thickness, mounted on a frame made of wood, metal-plastic. The number of layers (chambers) affects the price of the veranda. Not only walls, but also doors can be made from this material.

Photo: glazed veranda - part of the house

Pros - heat and sound insulation. The range is wide, so you can find an option for any budget.

The only drawback is the impossibility of making it at home, and it is better to entrust the installation to specialists.

Stained glass

One example of unusual veranda glazing is the use of stained glass.

Considered the art of painting on glass. Using this technique, paintings, flower patterns, abstractions are created. With this design, it is not necessary to hang curtains on the windows, because the interior space is not visible from the street, but the room illumination decreases. Natural stained glass is an expensive pleasure. Many summer cottage owners create imitation of equipment using special films.

Tempered

It is considered the leader among all types of glass in terms of strength. It is impossible to accidentally break it, therefore, for glazing of premises, it is produced in sizes strictly specified by the project.

The price is high. It is used for frameless mounting.

Laminated

A beautiful solution for frameless structures. It has a multi-layer structure, therefore it has high strength, resistance to stress. If the surface is damaged, it does not crumble into fragments, but scatters into small crumbs.

Standard

Often used for self-glazing. Frame material - wood. Protects from moisture, precipitation. The strength and thermal insulation are low.

What profiles are used for glazing

The choice depends on the type of glazing (cold, warm), the design of the building and the financial resources of the owners.

Aluminum

Among the advantages of the material are:

But when choosing, you need to take into account that such profiles will be expensive and this metal does not retain heat inside the room.

Therefore, when using the veranda all year round, you need to take care of the insulation and heating of the room in advance.

Wooden

Refers to the classic glazing method. The cost of profiles is determined by the type of wood, the structure as a whole - also by the size and quality of the doors.

Among the pluses:

The service life reaches 100 years.
Possibility of replacing individual parts.
High performance of thermal insulation.
Eco-friendly raw materials.
They have a vapor-permeable porous structure that allows maintaining a stable microcirculation of air in the room.

The only drawback is the need for periodic maintenance. To extend the service life, the tree must be treated with antiseptics and other means to protect it from moisture and insects.

Pvc

A demanded type of material. The main advantage is the high thermal insulation of the room.

The kit is often supplied with a mosquito net, which is convenient when opening in the summer.

Other advantages of PVC include:

Individual selection of models. Manufacturing of windows of unusual shapes.
Color spectrum. Imitation wood.
Noise isolation.
For PVC profiles, openings are freely divided into sections.
Different price levels.
Ease of maintenance. It is enough to wipe the windows with a damp cloth.
Service life from 10 to 30 years, warranty.
Such glazing is hermetically sealed.
Reinforced profiles can perform a load-bearing function.
Easy to assemble.

Minus - in the event of a breakdown, replacement of individual parts is impossible.

We install windows with our own hands

Let's consider step by step how to glaze a veranda with wooden frames.

Sequence of work:

The timber or logs that will perform the function of the frame are treated with an antiseptic, fire retardant.
We install supports around the perimeter of the site. They divide the structure into sections. The recommended step is from 1 to 1.2 m.
We order the frames or cut them out ourselves. They must have a clearance tolerance of up to 5 mm.
We fix the frames vertically without glass. Fill the gaps with polyurethane foam.
We treat the inside of the grooves with silicone sealant.
After a couple of minutes, you can insert glass, and again apply the sealant around the perimeter of the windows.
The traces of silicone are masked by a thin wood strip (glazing bead) and at the same time strengthens the position of the glass in the frame.

It must be remembered that the height of the openings should not exceed 2.5 m.

Do not neglect the installation of ebb tides. In the case when the glazing is mounted on a base or a parapet, they will serve as a protection for the bottom seam from excessive moisture and mold.

In addition, the masters advise to make as many opening sashes as possible for the normal ventilation of the room, especially in summer.

Photo gallery

In our gallery you will find glazing options for terraces, verandas, differing in materials, designs, shapes.

Transforming verandas, which quickly become open from closed and vice versa, slowly but surely conquer our harsh latitudes due to their versatility.

The systems and materials used for the installation of transformer verandas only look fragile and weightless: from good manufacturers they are reliable, withstand strong gusts of wind, and in most cases they use shock-resistant glass.

FORUMHOUSE member Pavel Againmade a veranda with removable glazing in an old house, where the terrace looked like a terrace in old residential buildings.

Pavel Again FORUMHOUSE Participant

Half a meter from the floor is boarded up with a board, higher - frames with many triangular, rectangular pieces of glass.

During the renovation, Pavel found such a solution: to make removable plexiglass sheets. The following technology was used: sheets of transparent plexiglass from floor to roof (thickness 5 mm, height from floor to roof - 2.5 meters) were hung on threaded rods screwed into the wall. In the summer, the "walls" are removed, you get an open terrace, and in the winter and autumn - a sunny veranda.

Here is an interesting version of the transformer veranda: a panoramic window of a country house can be closed by a huge shutter (for example, when the owners are leaving for a long time). The shutter can be lifted up, and a visor is obtained, and the glass casements of the window swing open and become glass walls that protect from the wind.

The original design will appeal to people who value mobility and versatility. The huge shutter that covers the panoramic window folds down to form a resting area. When the owners are not present, folding shutters protect the windows from vandals.

However, in most cases, sliding systems are used for the device of transformer verandas. The glasses are not removed, but moved apart or moved to one side. In summer, you can open the wall and let in all the sounds and smells of the evening garden, and in winter you can comfortably drink tea after a bath and watch the snowfall.

All three walls of the veranda, or one, or even the roof of the terrace can move apart. Sliding systems can take up the entire space from ceiling to floor, and then the entire wall will be transparent (especially when it comes to frameless systems), or can be installed like windows. Quite often, combined glazing is made - some sashes are mounted statically, and some move apart. In general, thanks to the emergence of transformer verandas, country houses began to look differently than before, and their level of comfort has noticeably increased.

BobSol FORUMHOUSE Member

I want to make a convertible veranda, open for the summer (frames for the eaves, railing down). And in the fall, close everything.

Types of sliding systems

The main criterion by which transformer verandas are classified is that warm or cold glazing is used in their construction. As a rule, if a country house provides for permanent winter residence, and the veranda and the house have a common foundation, they make hermetically sealed warm glazing. Warm glazing systems can also be transformed, the sashes can move apart, the walls can open, making the veranda open. The main difference is that durable single glass is used for cold glazing, and double-glazed windows in aluminum profiles are used for warm glazing.

Lift-slide

One of the most popular sliding veranda glazing systems is lift-and-slide, which is arranged like a wardrobe. In this case, one wide frame slides behind the other; the wall can consist of only two frames. The frame rises quite a bit, the sash clamp is loosened from below, and the sash "rides" along the guide. When the sash returns to its place, the clamping mechanism is triggered. And thanks to the seals, the wall becomes completely sealed again.

This design is popular with FORUMHOUSE users due to its reliability. It is used not only when arranging a veranda, but also for sliding partitions inside the house.

You can make such a veranda "winter" by a well-thought-out heating system. So, a member of our portal chicken-A operates its veranda, glazed with single-chamber double-glazed windows, all year round, because it is heated. Skirting boards chicken-A made it myself, but they have the same parameters as industrial ones. The peculiarity of these devices is that they heat the walls of the veranda to a height of one and a half meters. Plus - the veranda faces south and is warmed by the sun. The veranda is not used every day, so it is heated only as needed, half an hour before gatherings - thus, electricity costs are negligible.

chicken-A Participant of FORUMHOUSE

Insulate the wall that connects the veranda to the rest of the living area of \u200b\u200bthe house, put an electric version of warm skirting boards there and you can quickly and efficiently turn it into a suitable space for a pleasant pastime in winter.

Harmonic

The sliding folding structure, better known among country house owners as an accordion, can fully open the veranda wall. The sash slides to the end of the wall and is installed there, taking up very little space. You can not open the entire wall, but move it one or two wings. Most often, the profile in this design is made of aluminum, because it is light and strong enough.

Unfortunately, the accordion is a design that is more suitable for cold glazing. It is necessary to talk about high-quality thermal insulation of such a structure with caution, it is not for nothing that it is extremely rare in cold regions. The undoubted advantage of the accordion lies in the variety of portal fittings: it is made of aluminum, PVC, and wood.

The entire power load of this structure is taken over by the upper beam, along which the carriages with the panels suspended from them travel. There is no threshold in such designs, and this is another advantage.

Member of our portal Funny child intends to make on the veranda attached to the house, a SPA pavilion with insulated sliding doors in the entire width of the opening. Among the various options offered by colleagues from FORUMHOUSE, there was also an "accordion". The advantages of this type of veranda glazing are that the doors can be made of wood, which will perfectly fit into the overall one.

Funny Child FORUMHOUSE Member

If a bottom seal is required, the bellows need a high threshold. This is not always convenient.

Frameless glazing

Funny child

Frameless glazing is ideal for verandas, but alas, it is cold.

Many users of our portal are attracted by the fact that it was developed in Finland especially for verandas, terraces and balconies. This structure has no vertical supporting elements and looks like a transparent wall. Instead of double-glazed windows with frameless glazing, single tempered glass is used, but durable, 10 mm thick. The wall of the veranda glazed in this way is a few narrow, from 80 cm to 2.5 m, shutters, the height of which, as a rule, does not exceed three meters. Thus, the glazed veranda wall can be of any length, just the number of doors changes.

Have you ever admired the sight of a glazed veranda? The glazing of the veranda at all times was considered an attribute of consistency and practicality. Especially when it came to giving. Today's revival of interest in veranda glazing, to create the illusion of constant presence in nature, has caused a surge in new technologies for its implementation. Analysis of the evolution of the veranda glazing showed the presence of many options:

wooden frames;
plastic frames;
sliding panels;
glazing of the veranda with polycarbonate;
frameless glazing, etc .;

Interesting options, where the versatile glazing of the veranda in the country house is made, the photos of which are given below, convincingly prove that in the process of glazing the veranda there have been great positive changes. The building materials market today offers many ready-made structures for glazing verandas.

As before, you can glaze the veranda in the country with wooden frames. The most famous and economical way of glazing a veranda in the country. A surprisingly simple solution at the heart of an outstanding result. Natural material, environmentally friendly. It is versatile and can be combined with any facade. It retains heat well, does not allow moisture to pass through.

Another widely used material for glazing the veranda in the country is PVC double-glazed windows. Also a popular and very popular way of glazing a veranda. Modern designs of double-glazed windows allow you to choose the desired opening option and order an individual model of the required dimensions. Excellent noise and thermal insulation. The use of double-glazed windows, in contrast to wooden frames, is somewhat limited. On small wooden suburban buildings, the glazing of the veranda with double-glazed windows looks very massive and rough. For such buildings, you need to select a lighter design.

Another option. Glazing of the veranda with polycarbonate. It uses durable cellular polycarbonate. The profile design can be any.

Currently, one of the most advanced methods is panoramic glazing of the veranda. With this glazing method, the veranda can be easily converted into an open terrace. The frameless glazing of the veranda is made on the basis of strong load-bearing and casement profiles, using 6-12mm tempered glass. The size of the flaps is selected according to the customer's request and can reach up to 3 m.

The glazing of the veranda can be of any shape and size. A reliable opening system and the use of seals in the panoramic glazing system of the veranda allows you to safely hold the weight of the sash and eliminate the windage of the system. With the highest light transmission coefficient, frameless veranda glazing has found wide practical application. Glazing of verandas and terraces with this method allows you to create an excellent panoramic view.

Useful little things

There are some general useful tips for those who want to glaze the veranda with their own hands:

carefully prepare for the veranda glazing process. Develop a sketch project in the form of a drawing, in which indicate the dimensions of the glazing, general view and choose the material of manufacture;
the veranda should always be light, so you need to carefully select the veranda glazing system;
take note. The doors of any glazing system must necessarily open inward. Thus, you will provide a greater flow of fresh air into the room;
as practice shows, it is better to place a glazed veranda on the north or east side, overlooking the site, pond or garden.
it is believed that glazed verandas are best placed below. Today, glazing of verandas and terraces is practiced on any floor;
in general, glazing of a summer cottage can be carried out by any of the above methods. The main thing is to correctly calculate and harmonize well the glazing of the veranda in the country with the general concept of the structure. Everything should turn out beautifully and practical, and also economically.

That sweet word is saving

Each of the types (wooden, aluminum, plastic, frameless) glazing of a summer cottage has its own pluses and minuses. In any case, the choice is yours. Note! Glazing of the veranda in the country, the price of which exceeds the cost of the country house itself is not the most suitable option. When determining the material of manufacture, do not forget to calculate the price component of your design.

The price of veranda glazing depends a lot on the type (warm or cold) glazing. Panoramic glazing and glazing of the veranda in the country with wooden windows are considered to be expensive.

The glazing of the veranda, the price for which is currently very affordable, is the aluminum glazing of the veranda. The prices of PVC structures are in the middle of the list.

Summing up, it is worth noting that in the situation with the price, a mini marketing research of the market of building materials for glazing a veranda can help you. It is best to view the pricing information from the manufacturer. Experience shows that direct purchases can reduce costs by up to 20%.

The measure of assessing the result of glazing a veranda is you and your family

It is not enough to rationally apply one of the options for glazing the veranda. It is also necessary to make sure that the appearance of the glazed veranda can be appreciated by all household members. When making preliminary calculations and research, do not forget to take their opinion into account. After all, the glazed veranda will become a place for family recreation.

When choosing glazing for a veranda in the country or in a house, it is extremely important to know the secrets of positive changes in this process.

New multifunctional translucent structures with a beautiful appearance, strength and safety will help to make the veranda convenient, practical and comfortable.

With their help, you can make the veranda as suitable for living as possible at any time of the year. By maintaining all the proportions and observing the installation and sealing measures, you will provide the glazed veranda with easy maintenance and a long service life.

An open veranda is a great place to relax, but given the peculiarities of our climate, it is not always comfortable. A glazed veranda is different! You can enjoy the surrounding landscape in it both in the rain and in the wind, and in some cases in snowy weather.
Verandas can be divided into two types: built-in and attached. The first are planned at the design stage of the house. As a rule, they have a foundation and a roof in common with the house. This approach greatly facilitates construction. But it also happens that the idea to build a veranda comes when the house is already inhabited. How to proceed in this case? Of course, build, but take into account some of the features of the already established architecture.
If the house is already ready, it will not be possible to choose the location of the veranda, since the structure is attached to the building from the entrance side. Firstly, this is due to elementary convenience: if the premises are planned to be used as a resting place, it will be easier to use it when you can enter it directly from home. Secondly, the glazed veranda is a buffer zone that protects the entrance to the dwelling from direct penetration of cold air currents.

The veranda, although it is light, is still a building, therefore it must be legalized. It is necessary to make a project and obtain permission before starting construction. This will take a lot of time, so it is more convenient to start the paperwork even in winter, so that with the beginning of the season you can start construction work.
The veranda is a continuation of the house, and therefore it must correspond to the general style of the building. The dimensions of the room, of course, depend on many factors, including the number of people living in the house and the wishes of the owners, but nevertheless, from the point of view of ergonomics of space, the veranda should be at least 2.5 m wide and 4 m long. This will allow you to arrange the necessary furniture and provide an unobstructed passage.
Even if the veranda is not heated, this does not mean at all that it is impossible to arrange cozy gatherings in the room in the cold season. It is always possible to temporarily warm it up - this is one of the advantages of glazed verandas over open ones.

Choosing glazing for a summer cottage

The glazing of the veranda can be partial or panoramic. The first option is the most familiar in our natural conditions, and it is easier in terms of construction and maintenance. This is especially convenient if the veranda will be heated. But in spite of everything, panoramic glazing is rapidly gaining popularity. The glass structure looks light, fits into almost any exterior, but the main value lies in the absence of visual boundaries between the room and the landscape. In this case, one, two or all three walls can be panoramic. If you want to be fully included in the natural picture, you can use a simple trick - install large mirrors on the side of the wall adjacent to the house. Thus, the veranda will seem even more open and spacious. To achieve maximum effect, you can build a glass roof instead of a standard roof. The main thing is to give the structure a residential look, since when using a large amount of glass, you may get the feeling that not a veranda, but a greenhouse is attached to the house.

The large glazing area in the summertime contributes to a significant increase in indoor temperature. To stay on the veranda was comfortable, you need to think about how it will be ventilated. It is for this reason that verandas are designed with a minimum number of fixed (non-opening) windows. On a fine day, this will allow you to turn the glazed veranda into an open one and enjoy the fresh air and the scent of flowers.
The type of glazing not only plays an important role from an aesthetic point of view, but also has great practical importance: it depends on it whether the veranda will be warm and how long the structure will stand without repair.

Wooden frames can be the most economical option, especially when glazing yourself. The glass is fixed to the base with glazing beads and small nails, and the cracks are rubbed with a sealant. Naturally, this type of glazing cannot provide good thermal insulation, therefore it is used in cold, unheated verandas.
When it comes to the use of wooden double-glazed windows, the issue price increases tenfold. But this is quite justified. Firstly, wooden double-glazed windows have an attractive appearance, and if high-quality materials were used for their manufacture, the windows do not require repair for many years. In addition, wood "breathes", and double-glazed windows keep heat well.
Plastic counterparts are a fairly popular type of glazing for verandas. This is due to the relatively low cost and unpretentiousness of materials during operation. At the same time, like wooden, plastic double-glazed windows allow you to build heated verandas with panoramic glazing. With proper installation, such a veranda will be not only warm, but also quiet. Glazing of this type weighs a lot, so the foundation must initially be designed for heavy loads.

Types of double-glazed windows for glazing a veranda

Wooden and plastic double-glazed windows can be hinged, sliding or multifaceted. Swing frames are a familiar option for many, they are simple and convenient. When installing such glazing, an important rule must be observed: the sashes must open inside the room. Thus, they will not interfere with the ventilation. With panoramic glazing, this can create some inconvenience, since you have to sacrifice the useful space of the veranda. In this case, sliding glass units can be installed. They can be lightweight or with an increased level of energy saving for heated verandas. Multifaceted frames are rare. They consist of several narrow doors and fold like an accordion, adjoining one of the walls.
Aluminum glazing is strong, durable and inexpensive, does not require complex maintenance during operation. It is suitable for unheated verandas, as it does not have thermal insulation qualities. As a rule, aluminum glazing assumes sliding, swinging or sliding accordion opening methods.

Another option for verandas is the frameless method. This is the so-called Finnish glazing. It looks easy and gives the house some status. Despite the external fragility of the frameless structure, it is able to withstand rather heavy loads, so it can be considered safe. It is able to protect a room from wind, dust and moisture, but due to its design features, it can only be used in unheated rooms. In addition, the veranda will always be filled with street sounds. This is a minus if there are noisy neighbors or a highway nearby, but a plus if there is a garden with feathered inhabitants outside the window.

The Finnish system offers several options for opening the sash. First, the parallel movement of the valves one after the other. This option is suitable for low-rise buildings of a simple form. In this case, the space will always be covered by the size of at least one sash. A special parking system will allow you to increase the open space. In it, the flaps not only slide along the guides, but can also open at almost any angle.
In addition to glass for the improvement of verandas, you can use monolithic polycarbonate. In terms of its qualities, it is somewhat inferior to glass. For example, it is more susceptible to mechanical damage, scratches quickly, and therefore it will not be possible to fully enjoy the views of the landscape through it as long as we would like. But still, monolithic polycarbonate has a huge advantage - low weight, which allows you to erect verandas without a foundation at all. Another plus of such glazing is tangible sound and heat insulation. In addition, polycarbonate is available in several colors.

glazed verandas in the country
Another inexpensive option is the so-called soft windows. This is a special film that is attached with straps to the roof and veranda pillars. It is hardly possible to call such "glazing" durable and practical, but sometimes it also helps to make rest on the veranda more comfortable.

Transparent roof for the country veranda

The glass roof not only increases the view, allowing you to enjoy views from an unusual angle for the room, but also gives the structure a lightness and airiness. But this is only outwardly. Glass is a heavy material that places high demands on the support. This is especially true when double-glazed windows are used on the roof: they provide the necessary thermal insulation, do not let noise into the room, but their weight significantly makes the structure heavier. Moreover, we are talking only about single-chamber double-glazed windows, since the two-chamber counterparts are too heavy.

For the installation of the roof, a reinforced frame of aluminum or steel profiles is erected. You can also use a wooden-aluminum profile, but it is not without a flaw: even a wood treated with impregnations can rot over time.
It is forbidden to use metal-plastic profiles for such structures, since they are not able to withstand such loads.

With competently carried out work, the glass roof will last for many years. The use of monolithic polycarbonate allows to facilitate the task (and the design). It does not require a complex and expensive fastening system, and the desired effect will be achieved.
Transparent roofs are becoming popular, and as a result, more and more verandas and other structures with panoramic roofs appear. When designing, you will have to create a roof that will not only fit well into the exterior, but will also be easy to clean, because you will have to do this quite often. In addition, it will not be easy to create coziness in such a room in the usual sense for most.
On hot days, being under such a roof is not entirely comfortable, even in a well-ventilated room. To solve this problem, retractable awnings are installed above the roof to shade the veranda.
When choosing a material, you need to calculate your resources. The cheapest option is polycarbonate glazing. If your possibilities are wider, put double-glazed windows. The choice is great and depends only on your wallet.
Natalia Stepanova

What to consider when choosing a way of glazing a veranda or terrace

In order to correctly 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 glasses exclusively into vertically located surfaces;
the roof glazing of the veranda is complex and expensive, providing 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 the transparency and lightness of the design.

\u003e Glazing options for the veranda (video)

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 the 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 of three walls, and sometimes the roof, which gives the best possible view. The disadvantages include the 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.

The frameless method is an elite and very modern trend that allows you to create a structure of 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 pivot 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 represented by an affordable price, good protection against noise and dust, as well as the ability to install additional heaters. Nevertheless, glass replacement in this case will be very time consuming, and among other things, the 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.

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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 in 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 low 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 soundproof and heat-insulating parameters, excellent tightness, long service life, ease of maintenance and no 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. A wide range of decorative coatings and colors allows you to choose the most suitable profile. The building does not need to provide additional sealing, and different ways of opening the sashes make it very comfortable to operate the structure.

The advantages of using a plastic or PVC profile in glazing are represented by very high soundproofing 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;
a single-chamber double-glazed unit 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 airtightness, good sound insulation and thermal insulation 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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The main types of glazing

Depending on the purpose of the windows and the required thermal insulation, window frames are made of various materials. This takes into account the architecture of the building and its own material capabilities. For example, the windows can be small and located only in the central part of the extension, or vice versa - to make three completely transparent walls, for which frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace is used.

It is important to correctly determine the functionality of the windows. Sliding structures are convenient to use, which make it possible to easily transform an enclosed space into an open terrace and vice versa.

The optimal glazing method should be chosen based on the particular construction and purpose of the windows. For example, a warm option implies the possibility of using the space even in winter. Cold glazing provides an indoor temperature 6 ° C higher than outside. Therefore, such a space is suitable for use only in the warm season.

Some types of extensions are not a capital structure, but a frame under the roof. In this case, partial glazing of the terrace is often performed.

Partial glazing of the veranda

Based on the features of the erected structure, the following types of glazing are chosen:

wall, when glass is installed only vertically, forming (complementing) the walls of the building;

roofing - simply put - arrangement of a glass roof.

Each of these types of glazing is additionally divided into subspecies - frame and frameless. The first option is structurally simpler and its arrangement is cheaper. The second is considered elite - there are no retaining elements between the glasses, so the wall looks completely glass. True, in this case, the window cannot be made opening, which means that you will have to additionally think over the methods of ventilation of the room.

Important features

Veranda with a terrace differ in their design features.

The veranda is always part of the house, which is part of the entrance group. The veranda can be located inside the perimeter of the walls, or it is an extension to the house - an additional room between the entrance to the living rooms and the front door. The veranda is always with a roof and in most cases is built on a foundation. An exception is if the veranda is added to the house later - in this case it can be a lightweight structure installed on poles or slabs. Most often, the veranda is designed already glazed, but sometimes it is just a frame with a railing - in this case, over time, home owners may think about the construction of full-fledged walls and glazing.

Warm glazing of the veranda allows you to use it in the winter season

The terrace is a separate open annex, adjacent to the house, or located nearby. It can be under the roof on racks or just as an open area. In the second case, for glazing the terrace, you first have to assemble the frame and the roof - most often aluminum profiles are used for this.

Terrace with panoramic wall and roof glazing

Regardless of whether a veranda or a terrace is glazed, the main nuances of the choice of technology and materials are as follows:

The aluminum frame allows glazing buildings of any size and shape. In fact, a room is being made, the walls of which are blind plastic windows - frameless glazing looks especially impressive, for which tempered glass up to 12 mm thick and powerful sash profiles are used. Their sizes can be up to 3 m and have any shape. This allows you to get the effect of expanding the free space and a wide external view is achieved.

It is important to decide in advance whether the glazed veranda or terrace will be heated. If you plan to rest in the room in winter, then you need to install warm glazing. Aluminum, insulated structures reliably protect from the cold.

Warm glazing - a veranda made of aluminum profiles On our website you can find contacts of construction companies that offer the installation of windows and doors. You can communicate directly with representatives by visiting the exhibition of houses "Low-rise Country".

Aluminum profiles are perfect for those who are going to use the premises both indoors and outdoors. Thanks to reliable fittings and modern seals, the sashes are absolutely safe to use.

If the terrace remains unheated, then you can save money and stay on cold glazing made using the following technologies:

frameless glazing - for example, sliding glazing for verandas and terraces (glass slabs on rollers that can be moved to the sides, making the terrace open and closed);

frame made of wood or metal with ordinary windows or double-glazed windows;

polycarbonate sheathing - considered an economy class construction, but it can look very attractive, easily disassembled and assembled.

Installation of a sliding or folding door significantly saves space. This design saves space.

It is beneficial to install double-glazed windows on the veranda. They retain heat well inside the room and perfectly transmit light outside. Usually use metal-plastic structures.

Panoramic glazing has the highest light transmittance. In this case, the windows are installed from the top of the building to the floor. When heating is not provided in winter, it is recommended to choose a frameless design. It turns out a veranda with glass walls (the fastening elements remain invisible).

Frameless glazing of the veranda is more relevant in the warm season.

When using frameless technology (glass blocks on casters) it is important to choose the right number of leaves. Also, only individual blocks can be made sliding. In any case, such a design does not provide an airtight seal between the room and the environment.

As a result, the choice of the glazing technology used and the cost of all work is determined by what kind of room it is planned to get - heated or not. The most expensive method is panoramic glazing of a veranda or terrace using wooden frames and double-glazed windows. If the issue of saving is not in the last place, then it is worth considering the option with an aluminum profile or PVC structure.

Glass used

When performing glazing, various types of glass are used:

standard glass in wooden frames - the simplest, most economical way of glazing;

Wooden frames and regular glass

stained-glass windows have a higher cost - they can be painted over completely to create shading, or partially;

Stained glass will decorate any veranda

hardened are used when making frameless glazing, have high performance characteristics;

Usually tempered glass is used for panoramic glazing. This can be interesting! In the article at the following link, read about the soft glazing of the veranda.

laminated, usually panoramic glazing of terraces or verandas, it is especially safe when used (if it breaks, it does not scatter into small pieces), it resembles a cake consisting of several glasses glued together with a film;

Laminated glass is easy to confuse with tempered glass

energy-saving is installed with frames, used when performing warm glazing, an expensive but effective option;

Energy saving is provided by the frame design

double-glazed windows are mounted together with frames, retain heat well and provide high sound insulation;

Glazing of the veranda with "blind" double-glazed windows

polycarbonate (honeycomb, monolithic), is characterized by low weight and low cost, a good degree of transparency allows you to preserve natural light, monolithic polycarbonate is a little more expensive, but more durable structures are created from it.

Polycarbonate can be considered as a temporary structure, but often a full-fledged veranda is made from this material.

Varieties of doors for the veranda

When glazing, several types of door designs can be installed:

sliding ones on rollers move to the side along special runners, which allows you to remove part of the wall, if necessary, save space, the option is used in both frame and frameless structures;

Sliding door to the veranda

accordions do not take up much space when opening and closing, but they have a rather complex design;

Folding door to the veranda

swing doors are a universal option, they are used for all types of glazing, but the necessary space for opening.

Classic swing doors to the veranda This can be interesting! In the article at the following link, read about glazing the porch of a house in a cottage or in the country.

Everyone decides what type of glazing of the veranda to choose independently. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is important that the glazing of the veranda in the country house does not cost more than the cost of the building itself. Therefore, when choosing, you should take into account your own preferences, expected functionality and prices.

Varieties of glazing of yard extensions

It has been proven that an unusual decision of many designers was the use of multi-faceted glazing, which is a kind of indicator of the development of modern technologies. This is especially evident in the photo of the terrace glazing.

What metals are used for glazing verandas and terraces? The main ones are:
frame structures made of wood;
design using metal-plastic throughout the entire height of the room;
aluminum profiles;
panels for sliding glazing of terraces;
the use of polycarbonate;
technique without using frames.

The most popular are the use of frame structures and their complete absence.

There are a number of advantages that wood and aluminum frames have:

1. Price. It is available to almost all segments of the population, and this will largely save not only money, but also time.

2. Interchangeability. Refers to individual elements, thanks to modern counterparts as a result of heavy wear and tear of old options.

3. Self-reliance. Allows you to do the necessary work with your own hands.

The only drawback of these structures is the lack of the possibility of repair in unusual buildings, which include sliding glazing of verandas and terraces.

The method of frameless glazing of terraces and verandas has a number of excellent indicators, which include:

use in premises of any type, even in the most unconventional;
creating a panoramic effect on the terrace;
stylish appearance;
full preservation of natural lighting.

In addition to a large number of advantages, you should pay special attention to the disadvantages, which are not so few:

reduced thermal insulation characteristics;
there is no way to install mosquito nets;
the seams are loose;
rather big cost.

Having studied all the pros and cons, we can conclude that such a design of terraces is more suitable for lovers of beauty and something unusual than for those who prioritize functionality.

This article will attempt to answer the question of whether it is worthwhile to glaze the veranda and terrace. Frameless, frame, soft and all other classifications are also considered. We will also analyze popular materials and make calculations.

The article is conditionally divided into several parts:

in the first, we will give the advantages of a glazed veranda, discuss the classification and glazing options;
the second discusses veranda to the house with plastic windows, we also disassemble sliding, soft, aluminum profiles and polycarbonate. We will study their advantages and disadvantages, as well as give calculations of the glazing area that will help you when designing your premises;
at the end of the article there is a comparative table with a TOP5 rating, which will help you choose the right option.

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Advantages of closed glazed verandas

A veranda is a part of the house or an extension that provides a separate space for relaxation, placing things and receiving guests. They are open and closed.

As the name suggests, only a closed building can be glazed. Of course, you can make partial glazing of the veranda in an open-type cottage, but this, most often, is not necessary.

room independent of weather conditions;
additional protection of property;
the possibility of insulation and use as a winter garden or a full-fledged part of the house.

If it is decided to build a closed veranda, then glazing is definitely necessary, otherwise its entire meaning is completely lost.

Veranda glazing options

This issue opens up a lot of room for creativity. Each method requires both different monetary investments and time expenditures from the master. The classification is as follows:

by appointment;
by the presence of frames;
by glazing area.

If you are guided by them, then you can quickly understand what type you need and what is more suitable for your requirements.

By appointment

By purpose, two different types of veranda glazing can be distinguished:

cold;
warm.

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Choosing cold or warm glazing of the veranda, you need to understand that both options will require different investments and preparation - cold almost always comes out cheaper than thorough insulation of a veranda with windows protected from the cold.

Cold

Sometimes verandas are only for summer use. Often they do not provide for glazing at all - the temperature there does not need to be maintained, and, therefore, it is not required to completely limit the spaces from weather conditions.

However, wind and rain are not uncommon, even in summer. This will spoil the impression and pleasure of using the room, therefore, you can resort to cold glazing of the veranda. Its features are in the use of elements with low thermal insulation capacity along the entire perimeter, or the placement of windows only in individual structural elements. In this case, it is not necessary to completely glaze the veranda - it is only necessary to achieve resistance to wind and rain.

A huge plus is the low requirements for the walls - ordinary glass does not require a strong support, the placement of which is not always possible on a columnar foundation due to its fragility.

Glazing will become a protection for your interior - you can not be afraid to place upholstered furniture on the veranda that does not tolerate humidity or even make a summer kitchen there with a kettle and an electric stove.

Warm glazing of the veranda allows you to achieve complete airtightness of the room from environmental conditions and, subsequently, to fully use it in the winter season.

Warm glazing is obtained by using sealed and frost-resistant windows, which make it possible to maintain the temperature in the room, providing less heat transfer between the glass surface inside the veranda and outside.

In this case, preliminary preparation is required - the walls of the room must have window openings, and the foundation must withstand their weight. The room itself should also be prepared for insulation - thick walls with additional insulation, for example, foam or sandwich panels, with no cracks and other openings for cold air. Thanks to this, you will be able to stay in this room even in the winter season. You can read in more detail about this method in our article about.

In addition, depending on the region, the concept of "warm" glazing differs - in regions where the winter temperature does not fall below 0 degrees, a single glass unit is sufficient for warm windows, and where the temperature in winter is below -25-30, it may not be enough. double.

By the presence of frames

frame;
frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace.

Mixed glazing can be distinguished separately - when both options are used. Depending on the tightness, the mixed look can be either cold or warm, and in this case it all depends on the idea and the number of different elements.

Ramnoe

The frame is the part of the window in which the glass is fixed for greater tightness and strength. The individual elements from which the frame and sash are made are called a profile.

The frame allows you to get more confinement of the room from the environment, keeping more heat in the house, and also allows the use of more specific types of glazing - for example, double-glazed windows. In addition, the frames allow the use of sash - opening window elements.

At the moment, for their manufacture they use:

wood;
aluminum.

Wood is the oldest option, however, this is not always practical - if improperly processed, the frame quickly begins to damp and rot. PVC and aluminum are more practical materials, but they cannot always maintain the required natural look.

Of course, do-it-yourself frame glazing of the veranda is much more popular, since such windows are more convenient and stronger. The main disadvantage is the high cost and the need for more preparation of the walls for placement. In addition, when creating a warm veranda, additional preparation is needed - general insulation of the room.

Frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace to the house - description

The frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace allows you to achieve a unique appearance, since only the properties of the material used become a limitation.

For a frameless method, the following are great:

sealed, tempered glass;
transparent;
polycarbonate.

The biggest advantage is the creation of unlimited coverage - the absence of frames allows you not to block the sunlight with various structures. This approach allows you to create a very open veranda, which, at the same time, will be protected from wind and rain.

The creation of a warm veranda with a frameless method is possible only in regions with high winter temperatures from 0 to 4 degrees, otherwise, even the most serious heating will not be able to maintain the desired temperature, and radiators are more likely to burst due to hypothermia.

By glazing area

By the glazing area, there are:

partial;

Each method has its own serious characteristics. On average, panoramic glazing of a veranda is much more expensive than partial glazing - when using a frame glazing, it will result in a decent amount even for a wealthy homeowner, however, it gives a lot of sunlight and a unique appearance of the veranda.

Partial glazing involves the placement of elements in several specially prepared places. As a rule, they are thought out in advance when designing a veranda. Frame windows are perfect for these methods, which allow you to create a warm veranda without special costs.

The most popular are plastic windows - they are quite cheap, have durable double-glazed windows and are not demanding on installation sites. PVC, from which frames and sashes are made, are resistant to all manifestations of aggressiveness of the external environment.

The main disadvantage is "closedness" - with this method, a truly open veranda with high daylight illumination is extremely rare. But having drawn up a competent veranda project, you can make a well-lit room.

Panoramic glazing is the glazing of all or several walls of the veranda with the opening of the maximum space accessible to the sun's rays. In some cases, this method requires a fairly large investment - for example, when using tempered glass or aluminum profiles.

To create panoramic glazing, it is often used:

polycarbonate;
PVC film;
strained glass;
aluminum profile.

Full glazing is possible both in the case of a previously prepared project, and after - the required material is simply installed between the partitions. The disadvantage is the impossibility of creating a warm veranda in cold regions - the insulating properties of the methods used leave much to be desired.

The cost will depend directly on the area covered, however, if there is money, the effect is fully paid off by the excellent appearance of the veranda and excellent visibility. Creating verandas with full panoramic views is great for scenic areas.

So, having considered the frame and frameless glazing of the veranda and terrace, as well as other classifications, we will proceed directly to the calculation of the glazing area.

How to correctly calculate the glazing area of \u200b\u200bthe veranda

It is best to start calculating the area when designing a veranda - when you have not yet begun to build it. First of all, attention should be paid to the requirements of sanitary standards for windows - they are close to optimal, and if you follow them, you can create the most suitable lighting. However, there are no strict requirements for private houses - you can make any glazing you like.

Calculation methods are different for:

Partial;
Panoramic.

How to glaze a veranda in a country house or in a private house, observing the norms - later in the article.

Calculation for a veranda with partial glazing

For a veranda with partial glazing, it is quite possible to take calculations of the sanitary standards of living quarters - from ⅛ of the total surface to ⅙ and more. The larger the given area, the more sunny the veranda will turn out.

You should start from the minimum values \u200b\u200b- with an average angle of incidence of sunlight, the glazing area should be equal to 15-25% of the area of \u200b\u200bthe entire floor surface.

For example, for a room of 12 sq.m. the area of \u200b\u200bthe minimum glazing should be approximately 2.4 square meters, which is equal to two windows 1200x1000mm. It is better to place windows at a minimum distance of 1000-1500mm.