Polycarbonate Roofing – Pros And Cons - Tuflite Polymers

1. Polycarbonate Roofing – Pros And Cons Polycarbonate is a very strong and durable thermoplastic that can withstand even the most extreme temperatures, impact, and environmental factors. These are the basic reasons why polycarbonates are being preferred by architects and interior designers. But, as an end user, if you are not sure whether you want to have a polycarbonate roofing for your structure, you can always weigh out all the pros and cons before coming down to a decision. Benefits of polycarbonate roofing ✓Polycarbonate is a lightweight yet impact resistant material; thus it can be very easy to handle, carry, and transport the material without any worries about cracking or breaking. Moreover, it is also very flexible, another added advantage for carrying and moving it around easily. ✓Polycarbonate is 200 times stronger than glass, which means it can stand strong against even the harshest of weather and impact. No kind of stone, hail, rain, and storm can harm the material. Also, polycarbonate is fire resistant, making it an ideal material to be used in areas prone to fire. ✓Polycarbonate has one side UV-protected, which means that it brings in only the healthy parts of the sunlight, keeping the harmful UV rays at bay. This is

2. one important reason why polycarbonates prove to be an ideal material to build greenhouses. Also, any animals or inhabitants within a polycarbonate structure are kept away from the UV radiations, thus making any polycarbonate structure a safe one. Disadvantages of polycarbonate roofing Polycarbonate has only one downside, which is that although it can't be cracked or broken, it can be scratched easily. Even the slightest touch with a sharp element can causes scratches on the surface, which can make the structure look dull and old. However, there is a solution to this problem. You can always have an anti-scratch coating added to the surface of the sheet. This will keep it prevented against scratches; and thus, you’ll have nothing at all to worry about for the next 40-50 years! Which polycarbonate sheet should you use? After looking at all the pros and cons, and comparing all the advantages against the one disadvantage (which can actually be resolved easily), it becomes clear that using a polycarbonate sheet is a wise decision. However, you need to know which polycarbonate sheet you must use. There are a multitude of options available from which you are supposed to choose the right one. Here we give you an idea of the different choices you can make while buying polycarbonate, and the benefits of each. ➢Solid polycarbonate sheets are the very basic ones when you want a simple sturdy structure with all of the benefits mentioned above in the blog. ➢Corrugated polycarbonate sheets are used to add more strength with the wavy structure, and when almost nil maintenance is required, as corrugated polycarbonate sheets do not let any debris, dust, or waste stay on the surface, thanks to their unique structure. ➢Multiwall polycarbonate sheets are used when insulation is required. These sheets are layered sheets with air gaps in between the layers that trap the air, which helps in keeping the structure warm during winters, and cool during

3. summers. Thus, the temperature is maintained without the use of any additional appliances that can add to the energy bills. ➢Transparent solid or corrugated sheets can be used when maximum sunlight is required within the structure. When you wish to restrict the amount of light, you may use multiwall sheets, or opt for coloured, textured, or patterned polycarbonate sheets. These will not only reduce the amount of sunlight entering the structure, but will also add a visual element to the building. Based on what you require, and make your choice. And, no matter what choice you make, you can always get in touch with Tuflite Polymers, the most trusted, renowned, and reliable solid, corrugated, and multiwall polycarbonate suppliers in India, where you can get only the best at the most affordable prices!