Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets

Polycarbonate roofing sheets is the right choice for those who are looking for a long-lasting solution for their roofing (exterior) requirements. These sheets are made of durable thermoplastic that is transparent and can resist even extremes of temperature.

These sheets are resistant to stains, non-toxic and are light-weight (weigh 6 times less than that of glass sheets). They are ideal for roofing lawns, deck, conservatories, awnings and industrial structures. They have gained much popularity in industries because of their durability and easy-to-use style. They look similar to acrylic roofing sheets.

Such type of sheets can be used either for walls or for roofs. Roofing sheets are available in variety of color, designs, sizes and profiles. The cost of these depends on the profile and design. The most commonly used polycarbonate sheet is corrugated plastic sheet.

Almost all the sheets come with a guarantee from the manufacture that ranges from a few months to lifetime. The sheets differ in quality and thus buy the best quality sheet for exterior roofing. Installation of polycarbonate sheets is easy and can be done by referring to the steps given in the manual. Here are few things that you should know about polycarbonate roofing sheet:

You are advised to buy a sheet of 10-degree pitch, however, if you have already bought one, put an extra shield above the sheet to protect it from weathering conditions.

Cutting of sheets can be done by a normal garden scissor or even a disk grinder. Better quality sheets facilitate easy cutting. Do not cut more than one sheet at a time otherwise it would lead to fusion of sheets.

While installing, drill the holes before you fix the sheet. These holes should be enough large to allow expansion and contraction of the screws.

Fix the sheets after drilling using screws. Most of the manufacturers provide screws. Check the guide to know more about fixing, however, most sheets require fixing at every alternate corrugation.

To enhance the functionality or looks for roofing sheets, you can use accessories that are available at stores. Accessories like apron flashing or even foam eave filler can add to the features of the roofing sheet. Depending on your budget, you can spend on the roofing to make it more durable and aesthetically appealing. There are various stores online that provide different qualities of sheets. Researching on the Internet and reading reviews might help you to find durable, weather resistant and inexpensive sheet of high quality.