What are the advantages of hiring patio covering experts?
Although covering a patio is a fairly easy job even for an inexperienced do-it-yourselfer, you”ll save a lot of time and work by simply hiring a professional to build it. This is especially useful if you are planning a more complex construction, for example assembling with a roof or covering a terrace in the corner of the house. Carpenters and craftsmen for wooden constructions can also give you additional ideas about the appearance of your future terrace.
What should be considered when covering the terrace?
Covering the terrace Check that the terrace is optimally aligned. The floor should not be horizontal, but should have a slight slope (about 2%) from the house so that rainwater can drain away. Do not build a terrace at the level of your lawn. In order to protect it from frost and weeds and create a solid foundation, it is necessary to dig the ground about 30 cm and fill this area with gravel, sand and glass wool. Add the heights of the individual patio layers and calculate the total height for the patio cover. Then check if it fits the patio door. The veranda should not be higher than the door, but not much deeper, so that the step is not too big. Ideally, the terrace should end exactly with the terrace door.
Why should I need a patio cover?
Covering the terrace will provide additional space in the fresh air, which can be used for relaxation, dining or conversations with friends and family. You can even grill on the terrace! The advantage over a garden spot is that the ground is level and cleaner, and with the cover you”ll also have a roof over your head, so you can use this spot even when it”s raining. In addition, the veranda is usually protected from the wind thanks to its direct extension to the house.
What are the variants of terrace covering?
Contemporary patio decks are completely easy to create and sound completely normal when you think about decking, but in reality, there are plenty of design options to choose from. The easiest and most budget-effective solution for creating a modern exterior, covered terrace is to add a thin roof structure, supported by metal beams. This approach keeps things uncomplicated and you won”t need to plan for additional canopies and structures that offer protection to outdoor kitchens and dining areas. Covered patios are the perfect aesthetic solution, but at the same time offer the perfect shelter to the rest of the exterior for other fun ideas you can try.
What materials are used to cover the terrace?
There are many different ways to cover a terrace or veranda. In any case, you need gravel and sand for the base, as well as the substructure. Glass wool is also useful for preventing weeds. Furthermore, aluminum or wooden planks, and possibly additional slats, are used to make the fence. You should always have a spirit level, a meter, a pencil for marking, a saw, varnish for coloring the wooden structure, and of course the wood that will be the basis for the construction of the canopy.
What types of verandas are there?
Verandas are available in many different designs and are made of different materials: – They are mostly made of wood or metal, but tiles are also the default material as a base. – They can extend the entire length of one side of the house or even be built around the corner of the house. – They can be covered or built without a roof. A movable roof such as an awning is also possible. – Verandahs can even be glazed all around, so they can be used as a winter garden.
Terrace roof structures
Covering the terrace involves a roof construction made of different materials. Today, various flexible materials such as lexan are available on the market, but roof tiles, tegola or metal elements can also be used. Canvas roof structures for patios and terraces offer their users far more flexibility than permanent structures and roof forms, for the reason that they can be removed with ease when the warmer months arrive and summer knocks on the door again. Someone may use canvas materials in the form of colorful summer awnings to create a far more beautiful feeling, while white and highly durable canvas fiber canopies paired with stone and wooden terraces, come as a perfect solution for rustic, Mediterranean or retro style open spaces.
