If area country house small, then the optimal solution to increase it would be to build a veranda or terrace. She will become comfortable place for a relaxing holiday for the whole family. But if in countries with warm climates this structure can remain open all year, then in our frosty winters it will have to be closed.
The best option in this case is glazing 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.
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Glazing options
Using windows instead of walls helps save on lighting. Those present have the illusion that they are on the street. But there is also back side- the whole room is in full view of the neighbors. Therefore, in order not to end up on the veranda like in an aquarium, you should wisely select the type of glazing.
Frame
This method allows you to do all the work yourself and without outside help. Suitable for cold and warm glazing.
Other advantages include:
- the ability to replace elements without harm to the entire structure;
- availability of prices for materials and services of craftsmen;
- quick frame assembly.
The disadvantage of using frames is that they are only suitable for classical forms buildings (square, rectangular). Non-standard sites are not equipped with them.
Frameless
Panoramic or soft glazing.
Photo: free-standing gazebo with frameless glazing
The fastening system consists of two profiles:
- lower bearing guide;
- upper
Roller hinges are installed on the glass at the bottom and top so that the sashes move freely along the guides, adapters are installed at the joints and 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 like a book or opened in a sliding manner.
If damaged, the glass breaks into small chips, which reduces the risk of injury to a person to a minimum.
- it is suitable for sites of any shape and size;
- the veranda looks beautiful;
- 100% overview of the site;
- during 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 disadvantages:
- impossibility of installing mosquito nets;
- high price of materials;
- low heat-saving indicators.
On such a veranda it will be colder in winter than when used frame type. The solution is to install energy-saving glass packages.
Partial
Suitable for extensions that are used exclusively in warm season. Suitable for gazebos, balconies, canopies near bathhouses. Often these are wooden frames with single glasses, which are installed on the end sides of the structure. Their main purpose is protection from wind and slanting rain. This option will be 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 C.
Warm glazing is energy efficient because it retains heat inside the room with minimal losses. At an outside temperature of -20⁰ C, the building will be no less than + 21⁰ C.
Types of window opening systems
The choice is strictly individual. Each has pros and cons.
Sliding
Gaining popularity in the private sector. This is the optimal solution if you need to glaze a room with a small area.
The principle of its operation is that the sashes move along guide profiles. There are several location options:
- type of wardrobe;
- an accordion or a book.
Individual parts may be removable. Open doors are unnoticeable and significantly save space.
The sliding system is suitable for summer verandas and gazebos, but in winter there is heat loss.
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 its affordable price and ease of installation, it is in demand among owners of summer cottages.
There are at least two opening options:
- The window consists of 2 sashes. If both handles are pulled towards you, they will open.
- If the window is wide, it is made of several parts. One half can open, but the other cannot.
The advantage of the swing system is a high level 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 or more) protrudes greatly from the opening.
In addition, if desired, you can order sections with a rotary or tilt-and-turn mechanism.
Types of glass
Depending on the location of the veranda, service life and budget, different glass materials are used. Let's look at them in more detail.
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Glazing options
Polycarbonate
Used in the arrangement of greenhouses, greenhouses, winter gardens, summer houses, terraces. Available in several forms. Cell phones are considered inexpensive. It can be used to make not only walls, but also an interesting colored ceiling.
Photo: combined glazing. The front windows are ordinary glass, the roof and flanks are polycarbonate.
Its structure is very similar to plastic raw materials. Between the two plates there are transverse partitions resembling a honeycomb. They form longitudinal grooves in which air is retained, which becomes an obstacle to cold and noise. Hence the advantages of polycarbonate - excellent noise and heat insulation.
Other advantages include:
- light transmittance;
- the ability to disperse ultraviolet rays;
- high flexibility, which allows finishing structures of different shapes;
- large selection of colors;
- strength;
- light weight;
- low price.
No significant deficiencies were identified.
Polycarbonate sheets must be installed on a prepared metal frame.
Double-glazed windows
They are a set of glasses of different thicknesses mounted on a frame made of wood or metal-plastic. The number of layers (chambers) affects the price of the veranda. This material can be used to decorate not only walls, but also doors.
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 that it cannot be manufactured at home, and it is better to entrust the installation to specialists.
Stained glass
One example of unusual glazing of a veranda is the use of stained glass.
It is considered the art of painting on glass. Using this technique, paintings, floral patterns, and abstractions are created. With this design, there is no need to hang curtains on the windows, because the interior space is not visible from the street, but the illumination of the room is reduced. Natural stained glass is an expensive pleasure. Many dacha owners create imitation equipment using special films.
Tempered
It is considered the leader among all types of glass in terms of strength. It cannot be accidentally broken, so for glazing premises it is produced in sizes strictly specified by the design.
The price is high. Used for frameless installation.
Laminated
A beautiful solution for frameless structures. It has a multi-layer structure, therefore it has high strength and 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 and precipitation. 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 are expensive and this metal does not retain heat indoors.
Therefore, when using the veranda all year round You need to take care of the insulation and heating of the room in advance.
Wood
Refers to the classic glazing method. The cost of the profiles is determined by the type of wood, the structure as a whole - also by the size and quality of the sashes.
Among the advantages:
- Service life reaches 100 years.
- Possibility of replacing individual parts.
- High thermal insulation performance.
- Eco-friendly raw materials.
- They have a vapor-permeable porous structure, which allows you to maintain stable air microcirculation in the room.
The only drawback is the need for periodic maintenance. To extend its service life, wood must be treated with antiseptics and other means to protect it from moisture and insects.
PVC
Popular type of material. The main advantage is high thermal insulation of the room.
The kit often comes with a mosquito net, which is convenient when opening in the summer.
Other advantages of PVC include:
- Individual selection of models. Manufacturing windows of unusual shapes.
- Color spectrum. Imitation wood.
- Noise insulation.
- For PVC profiles, the openings are freely divided into sections.
- Different price levels.
- Easy to care for. It is enough to wipe the windows with a damp cloth.
- Service life from 10 to 30 years, warranty.
- This type of glazing is hermetically sealed.
- Reinforced profiles can perform a load-bearing function.
- Easy to assemble.
Disadvantage - in the event of a breakdown, replacement of individual parts is impossible.
We install windows with our own hands
Let's take a step-by-step look at how to glaze a veranda with wooden frames.
Sequence of work:
- We treat the timber or logs that will serve as a frame with an antiseptic and fire retardant.
- We install supports around the perimeter of the site. They break the structure into sections. The recommended step is from 1 to 1.2 m.
- We order frames or cut them ourselves. They must have a clearance tolerance of up to 5 mm.
- We fix the frames without glass vertically. We fill the gaps with polyurethane foam.
- We treat the inside of the grooves with silicone sealant.
- After a couple of minutes, you can insert the glass, and once again apply sealant around the perimeter of the windows.
- Traces of silicone are masked by a thin wooden 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.
You should not neglect the installation of ebb tides. In the case when the glazing is mounted on a base or parapet, they will serve as protection for the bottom seam from excess moisture and mold.
In addition, craftsmen advise making as many opening doors as possible for normal ventilation of the room, especially in summer.
Photo gallery
In our gallery you will find options for glazing terraces and verandas, differing in materials, design, and shapes.
An open veranda is a great place to relax, but, given the peculiarities of our climate, it is not always comfortable. Is it a matter of a glazed veranda! You can enjoy the surrounding landscape in it in rain, wind, and in some cases even in snowy weather.
Verandas can be divided into two types: built-in and attached. The first ones are planned at the stage of designing the house. As a rule, they share a foundation and roof with the house. This approach greatly simplifies construction. But it also happens that the idea to build a veranda comes when the house is already inhabited. What to do 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. Firstly, this is due to basic convenience: if the room is planned to be used as a place of relaxation, 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 home from direct penetration of cold air currents. 
The veranda, although light, is still a building, therefore must be legalized. It is necessary to make a project and obtain permission before construction begins. This will take a lot of time, so it is more convenient to start preparing the documents in the winter so that you can begin construction work at the beginning of the season.
The veranda is an extension of the house, and therefore it must correspond to the overall style of the building. The size of the room, naturally, depends on many factors, including the number of people living in the house and the wishes of the owners, but still, from the point of view of ergonomic 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 ensure unobstructed passage.
Even if the veranda is not heated, this does not mean that you cannot have cozy gatherings indoors during the cold season. There is always the opportunity to temporarily warm it up - this is one of the advantages of glazed verandas over open ones.
Choosing glazing for a country veranda
Glazing of the veranda can be partial or panoramic. The first option is the most common in our natural conditions, and is also simpler from the point of view of construction and maintenance. This is especially convenient if the veranda will be heated. But despite everything, panoramic glazing is rapidly gaining popularity. The glass structure looks light and 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 completely 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. For achievement 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 used large quantity glass, you may get the feeling that there is not a veranda attached to the house, but a greenhouse.
A large glazing area in the summer contributes to a significant increase in indoor temperature. To make your stay on the veranda 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 blind (non-opening) windows. On a fine day, this will allow you to turn the glassed-in veranda into an open one and enjoy the fresh air and aroma of flowers.
The type of glazing not only plays important role from an aesthetic point of view, but also of great practical importance: it determines whether the veranda will be warm and how long the structure will last without repair. 
Wooden frames can be the most economical option, especially if you carry out the glazing yourself. The glass is secured to the base using glazing beads and small nails, and the cracks are sealed with sealant. Naturally, this type of glazing cannot provide good thermal insulation, so it is used in cold, unheated verandas.
If we are talking about using wooden double-glazed windows, the price increases tenfold. But this is completely justified. Firstly, wooden double glazed windows have an attractive appearance, and, if they were used for their manufacture quality materials, the windows do not require repairs for many years. In addition, wood “breathes”, and double-glazed windows retain heat well.
Plastic analogues are a fairly popular type of glazing of verandas. This is due to the relatively low cost and unpretentiousness of materials during operation. At the same time, like wooden ones, plastic double glazed windows allow you to build heated verandas with panoramic glazing. At correct installation on such a veranda it will be not only warm, but also quiet. This type of glazing weighs a lot, so the foundation must initially be designed for heavy loads.
Types of double-glazed windows for glazing verandas
Wooden and plastic double-glazed windows can be hinged, sliding or multi-faceted. Hinged frames are a familiar option for many; they are simple and convenient. When installing such glazing, it is necessary to comply important rule: the doors must open into the room. Thus, they will not interfere with ventilation. With panoramic glazing, this can create some inconvenience, since you will have to sacrifice the useful space of the veranda. In this case, you can install sliding double-glazed windows. 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, adjacent to one of the walls.
Aluminum glazing is strong, durable and inexpensive, and 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 requires sliding, hinged or accordion-type opening methods. 
Another option for verandas is the frameless method. This is the so-called Finnish glazing. It looks light and gives the house some status. Despite the external fragility of the frameless structure, it can withstand quite large loads, so it can be considered safe. It is able to protect the room from wind, dust and moisture, but due to design features Can only be used in unheated rooms. In addition, the veranda will always be filled with the sounds of the street. It's a minus if it's nearby noisy neighbors or a highway, but it’s a plus if there’s a garden outside the window with feathered inhabitants.
The Finnish system involves several options for opening the doors. Firstly, the parallel movement of the valves one after the other. This option is suitable for low, simple-shaped structures. In this case, the space will always be blocked by the size of at least one sash. A special parking system will allow you to increase the open space. In it, the doors not only slide along guides, but can also open at almost any angle.
In addition to glass, monolithic polycarbonate can be used for landscaping verandas. In terms of its qualities, it is somewhat inferior to glass. For example, it is more susceptible mechanical damage, quickly scratches, and therefore you won’t be able to fully enjoy the views of the landscape through it for as long as you would like. But still, monolithic polycarbonate has a huge advantage - its light weight, which allows you to build verandas without a foundation at all. Another advantage of such glazing is noticeable sound and heat insulation. In addition, polycarbonate comes 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 to the roof and veranda posts using straps. Such “glazing” can hardly be called durable and practical, but sometimes it helps make relaxing on the veranda more comfortable.
Transparent roof for a country veranda
The glass roof not only increases visibility, allowing you to enjoy views from an unusual angle for the room, but also gives the structure lightness and airiness. But this is only external. Glass is a heavy material that places increased demands on support. This is especially true when using double-glazed windows on the roof: they provide the necessary thermal insulation and 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 double-chamber analogues are too heavy. 
To install the roof, a reinforced frame of aluminum or steel profiles. You can also use a wooden-aluminum profile, but it is not without its flaws: even wood treated with impregnations can rot over time.
It is prohibited to use metal-plastic profiles for this type of structure, as they are not capable of withstanding such loads.
With proper work, a glass roof will last for many years. The use of monolithic polycarbonate makes the task (and the design) easier. 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 a panoramic roof are appearing. When designing, you will have to create a roof that will not only fit well into the exterior, but will also be convenient for washing, because this will have to be done quite often. In addition, creating comfort in such a room in the usual sense for most will not be easy.
On hot days, being under such a roof is not entirely comfortable, even in a well-ventilated area. To solve this problem, install above the roof retractable awnings for shading the veranda.
When choosing a material, you need to calculate your resources. The cheapest option is polycarbonate glazing. If your capabilities are wider, install double-glazed windows. Their choice is great and depends only on your wallet.
Natalia Stepanova
What to consider when choosing a method of glazing a veranda or terrace
To properly glaze a building local area, you need to pay attention to the following recommendations from experts:
- warm glazing is made using wood, plastic or aluminum special type, 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 drains;
- partial glazing is optimal for suburban buildings used primarily in the summer;
- expensive panoramic glazing involves the installation of window structures from the floor to the ceiling using high-quality seals and a reliable opening system;
- The peculiarity of wall glazing is the insertion of glass exclusively into vertically located surfaces;
- Roof glazing of a veranda is complex and expensive, which involves installing a double-glazed window directly on the roof of the building;
- The technological features of hinged glazing provide for opening through the operation of several hinged sashes, which can significantly reduce heat losses;
- sliding glazing is practical and aesthetically pleasing, thanks to the movement of window sashes on special rollers;
- The accordion glazing option contributes to maximum illumination of the building space and creates a magnificent panoramic view.
Frame glazing is especially popular, the advantages of which are low cost, ease of transportation, the ability to replace individual elements and self-installation. Frameless glazing belongs to the expensive premium class, which is due to the expansion of visibility, as well as the transparency and lightness of the design.
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Glazing options for verandas and terraces
There are a huge variety of glazing methods, so the owner of a country property has an excellent opportunity to choose best option. However, it is necessary to take into account not only strengths each method, but also its disadvantages, which can complicate the operation process.
Full and partial
Partial is the installation of glass when arranging buildings that have blank walls. The advantages of this method are represented by low cost and availability for local replacement of elements that have become unusable. The disadvantages are a very limited view and poor aesthetics. The panoramic method involves glazing three walls, and sometimes the roof, which gives the maximum good review. The disadvantages include the rather high cost of such 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 frame method of arrangement is budget-friendly. 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 non-standard structures, so the building will look very impersonal.
The frameless method is an elite and very modern trend, allowing you to create a structure of a unique configuration with a panoramic effect, elegant and stylish, while maintaining natural light. The disadvantages of frameless construction are represented by insufficient thermal insulation qualities due to the lack of complete sealing of the seams, as well as high cost.
Glazing with sliding and swing structures
Hinged windows are manufactured with sashes, which are made in a standard turning version or are equipped with a tilt-and-turn mechanism. In various designs, the sash can open not only inward, but also outward. Depending on the components used in production, such blocks can vary quite significantly in weight.
Sliding-type blocks are most often made on the basis of aluminum frames, but sometimes they can be made of wood or modern plastics. In the casements 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 there are no frames at all. The doors of such products consist exclusively of glass, which does not allow the use of mosquito nets.
Sliding-type 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 installing frames based on lightweight and durable aluminum profiles with five-millimeter double-glazed windows. The advantages are represented by an affordable price, good protection from noise and dust, as well as the ability to install additional heaters. However, replacing glass in this case will be very labor-intensive, and among other things, 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, high level sound insulation, strength and durability, as well as the ability to use multi-chamber glazing. The disadvantages of the design include smaller light clearance, high cost and a noticeable reduction in the size of the usable area of the 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 for thawing. snow mass, an automatic way to maintain microclimate and temperature indicators.
For a seasonal winter garden, glazing with an aluminum profile is being considered, which allows you to create a lightweight 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 retain heat in 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 country buildings. Advantages presented long term operation, light weight, increased strength, environmental friendliness, the ability to manufacture large-sized structures. Opening systems can be rotary, tilt-and-turn, tilting, sliding and lift-and-slide, and thanks to the wide range of colors, the appearance of such a profile can easily imitate wood. Disadvantages include additional investments in sound and heat insulation or heating.
Wooden frames
Country property owners pay tribute to the good protective, strength and performance characteristics of natural wood, distinctive features which are environmental friendliness, low thermal conductivity and sound conductivity, high frost resistance and high strength indicators with low volumetric mass, as well as maintainability and ease of processing.
The cost of windows is determined by a number of factors and varies over 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.
Country property owners pay tribute to the good protective, strength and performance characteristics of natural wood
Plastic or PVC
The advantages of using plastic or PVC profiles in glazing are represented by very high sound insulation and heat insulation parameters, excellent tightness, long service life, ease of maintenance and the absence of the need for regular painting. The price of a standard PVC profile is lower than the cost of modern euro- and aluminum frames with thermal breaks. Wide choose decorative coatings And color range allow you to choose the most suitable profile. The building will not need to provide additional sealing, and different ways opening the doors makes the operation of the structure very comfortable.
The advantages of using plastic or PVC profiles in glazing are represented by very high sound insulation and heat 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 airtightness in the room. It will provide fairly good protection only from wind and precipitation, but has low thermal insulation and sound absorption. Thanks to its combined use with the narrowest profile, the finished product falls into the category of budget models;
- single-chamber double-glazed window with two glasses provides reliable protection from winds and precipitation, sufficient thermal insulation and sound absorption. Finished goods this type belongs to the middle price category;
- multi-chamber double-glazed windows are equipped with three or more glasses, due to which the design has excellent tightness, good soundproofing and thermal insulation characteristics, which affects the price of the finished product.
Glass used in glazing can be not only traditional or standard, but also sun-protective, self-cleaning, tempered and energy-saving.
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Main types of glazing
Depending on the purpose of the windows and the thermal insulation required from them, window frames are made from various materials. In this case, the architecture of the building and its own material capabilities are taken into account. For example, the windows can be small and located only in the central part of the extension, or vice versa - make three completely transparent walls, for which it is used frameless glazing verandas and terraces.
It is important to correctly determine the functionality of windows. Easy to use sliding structures, which make it possible to easily turn an indoor space into an open terrace and vice versa.
The optimal glazing method should be chosen based on the construction features and purpose of the windows. For example, warm option suggests the possibility of using the space even in winter. Cold glazing ensures the indoor temperature is 6°C higher than outside. Therefore, such space is suitable for use only in the warm season.
Some types of extensions are not a permanent structure, but a frame under a roof. In this case, partial glazing of the terrace is often performed.
Partial glazing of the veranda
Based on the features of the constructed structure, the following types of glazing are chosen:
wall, when glass is installed only vertically, forming (complementing) the walls of the building;
roofing - in other words - arrangement of a glass roof.
Each of these types of glazing is further divided into subtypes - framed and frameless. The first option is structurally simpler and its arrangement is cheaper. The second is considered elite - there are no holding elements between the glasses, so the wall looks completely glass. True, in this case the window cannot be made to open, which means you will have to additionally think through ways to ventilate the room
Important Features
Verandas with terraces differ in their design features.
The veranda is always part of the house, which is part entrance group. The veranda can be located inside the perimeter of the walls, or it can be an extension to the house - an additional room between the entrance to living rooms And front door. The veranda always has a roof and in most cases is built on a foundation. The exception is if the veranda is attached 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 railings - in this case, over time, the owners of the house may think about building full walls and glazing.
Warm glazing of the veranda allows it to be used in the winter season
A terrace is a separate open extension, either adjacent to the house or located nearby. It can be under a roof on racks or simply in the form of an open area. In the second case, to glaze the terrace you will first have to assemble the frame and roof - most often aluminum profiles are used for this.
Terrace with panoramic wall and roof glazing
Regardless of whether the veranda or terrace is glazed, the main nuances of choosing technology and materials are as follows:
The aluminum frame allows you to glaze buildings of any size and shape. In essence, a room is being made, the walls of which are blank plastic windows - frameless glazing, for which it is used, looks especially impressive strained glass up to 12 mm thick and strong sash profiles. Their sizes can reach up to 3 m and have any shape. This allows you to get the effect of expanding the free space and achieving a wide external view.
It is important to decide in advance whether the glazed veranda or terrace will be heated. If you plan to relax in the room in winter, then it is necessary to install warm glazing. Aluminum, insulated structures reliably protect from the cold.
Warm glazing - veranda made of aluminum profiles On our website you can find contacts of construction companies that offer the service of installing windows and doors. You can communicate directly with representatives by visiting the “Low-Rise Country” exhibition of houses.
Aluminum profiles are perfect for those who are going to use the premises both indoors and outdoors. open options. Thanks to reliable fittings and modern seals, the doors are absolutely safe to use.
If the terrace remains unheated, then you can save money and opt for cold glazing made using the following technologies:
frameless glazing - for example, sliding glazing of a veranda and terrace (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 cladding - considered an economy class design, but it can look very attractive and is easy to disassemble and assemble.
Installing a sliding or folding door significantly saves space. This design allows you to save space.
It is beneficial to install double-glazed windows on the veranda. They retain heat well inside the room and perfectly transmit light from outside. Metal-plastic structures are usually used.
Panoramic glazing is characterized by the highest light transmittance. In this case, 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. The result is 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 rollers), it is important to choose the right number of sashes. Also, only individual blocks can be made sliding. In any case, such a design does not ensure tightness 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 the type of room planned - 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 at the forefront, then it is worth considering the option of an aluminum profile or PVC structure.
Glass used
When performing glazing, various types of glass are used:
standard glass in wooden frames- simplest, economical way 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
tempered ones are used when making frameless glazing and have high performance characteristics;
Usually tempered glass is used for panoramic glazing. This may be interesting! In the article at the following link, read about soft glazing of the veranda.
laminated, usually panoramic glazing of terraces or verandas, is particularly safe when used (if it breaks, it does not shatter into small pieces), it resembles a pie consisting of several glasses glued together with a film;
Laminated glass can easily be confused with tempered glass
energy-saving, installed with frames, used when making warm glazing, an expensive option, but effective;
Energy saving due to 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 (cellular, monolithic), is lightweight 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
Types 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, if necessary, to remove part of the wall, saves space, the option is used in both frame and frameless structures;
Sliding door to veranda
accordions do not take up much space when opening and closing, but have a rather complex design;
Accordion door to the veranda
swing ones are universal option, are used for all types of glazing, but the required space for opening.
Classic swing doors to the veranda This could be interesting! In the article at the following link, read about glazing the porch of a house in a cottage or country house.
Everyone decides for themselves what type of veranda glazing to choose. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is important that glazing a veranda at a dacha does not cost more than the cost of the building itself. Therefore, when choosing, you should take into account your own preferences, intended functionality and prices.
Types of glazing of courtyard outbuildings
It has been proven that unusual solution many designers have begun to use multi-dimensional glazing, which is a kind of indicator of development modern technologies. This is especially visible in the photo of the terrace glazing.
- What metals are used for glazing verandas and terraces? The main ones include:
- frame structures made of wood;
- decoration using metal-plastic throughout the entire height of the room;
- aluminum profiles;
- panels for sliding glazing of terraces;
- use of polycarbonate;
- technique without the use of 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. Available to almost all segments of the population, and this will save a lot not only cash, but also time.
2. Interchangeability. Refers to individual elements, thanks to modern analogues as a result of severe wear and tear of older versions.
3. Independence. Gives you the opportunity to do the necessary work yourself.
The only drawback of these structures is the lack of repairability 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 any type of premises, even the most unconventional ones;
- creating a panoramic effect on the terrace;
- stylish appearance;
- complete preservation of natural lighting.
In addition to a large number of advantages, you should pay attention Special attention and the shortcomings, which are not so few:
- reduced thermal insulation characteristics;
- it is not possible to install mosquito nets;
- the seams are loose;
- considerable 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.
The appearance of verandas and terraces made it possible to transform even the simplest and most unprepossessing houses into unique and original designs. If your house is also equipped with a similar extension, you can, if desired, glaze the veranda yourself. Before you start glazing the terrace, decide exactly how you will use this structure.
If only in the summer, then you can do without glazing. And if in winter, then this event is mandatory. It is enough to glaze the veranda once to ensure it reliable protection from bad weather. However, remember that the terrace must be glazed taking into account all norms, rules and requirements. The slightest mistakes can destroy the harmonious appearance of the structure and negatively affect its reliability and quality.
Drawing up a terrace glazing project
It is advisable to figure out exactly what kind of glazing you want for your veranda before starting its construction. During the work process, developers extremely rarely make any significant changes affecting the construction of the veranda. And it is very important to take into account its design, since each existing glazing of the veranda requires appropriate preparation of windows and doors.
If you plan to glaze the terrace yourself, then you need to start work by preparing the project. Each owner has his own vision of the ideal veranda, but there are a number of basic requirements that must be observed for buildings of any type, regardless of their size, design features and purpose.
Even with small dimensions, the terrace should remain as spacious and bright as possible. To achieve this, you can glaze the veranda using large windows. They will provide an excellent overview of the surrounding space. Create a project according to which the glazing of the veranda would have as many sashes as possible. This way the terrace will always be full of fresh air. Think in advance about such things as protection from insects. Special grids will help you with this.
If you make all the calculations and measurements correctly, then 1-3 days will be enough to glaze the veranda. You can handle simple options yourself, but for more complex projects it is advisable to enlist help.
Tools needed for work: hammer, wire cutters, pliers, chisel, chisel, drill, level.
During your work you may need the following tools:
- Yardstick.
- Ruler.
- Ticks.
- Square.
- Baking tray.
- Putty knife.
- Pliers.
- Wire cutters.
- Screwdriver Set.
- Hammer.
- Bit.
- Rotary.
- Chisel.
- Sanding blocks.
- Drill with a set of drills.
- Catfish.
- Level.
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Step-by-step instructions for glazing with old frames
If you wish, you can glaze the veranda using old frames. A simple and budget option. First you need to clean wooden surfaces from the old paintwork, if any. Next, you need to take putty and carefully smooth out chips and other defects, and then let the frames dry completely.
Take some fine sandpaper and sand the faces of the old frames. Remove wood lint and excess putty. Finishing do it the way you want it. If you want to preserve the natural color and texture of the material, treat the frames with clear varnish. If desired, opaque, moisture-resistant coloring compounds can be used for processing.
Direct glazing of the veranda using old frames is carried out in several stages:
- Glass is installed in the old frame.
- Joints and cracks are sealed.
- The frames are attached to the designated places.
You can order glass of the required size from any glazier. It is necessary to apply a 2-3 cm layer of sealant into the grooves of the glazed frame and let it dry a little. After this, you should place the glass cut to size into the grooves and lightly press it to the surface. Then resealing is performed around the perimeter of the glass. After this, the glass is secured around the perimeter using a pre-finished wooden opening. Finally, all that remains is to install the frames in the prepared openings.
All further glazing methods are performed in approximately the same order. The differences, as a rule, come down only to the order of fastening the frames, provided for by the features of a particular design.
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Guide to glazing a terrace using single pane frames
Such glazing of the veranda is the most optimal choice for dachas that the owners visit on short visits during the warm season. It is a traditional and fairly simple to implement technique. In the future, you can replace broken and cracked glass with your own hands without any problems. Most summer residents give their choice in favor of this particular method, because... it eliminates the need for serious investment of time, money and effort.
Modern methods of wood processing, the use of high-quality varnishes, paints and impregnations - all this relieves the owner from the need for frequent repairs and restoration of the material and its coating.
Design features eliminate the risk of dust entering the veranda area, glass rattling and drafts. This is primarily due to the fact that transparent silicone sealant is used as a sealant.
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Features of glazing a terrace with wooden windows
This technique requires quite a lot of money, even when compared with the cost of installing high-quality plastic windows. Such glazing is chosen by those owners for whom comfort, quality and a favorable atmosphere are most important. Wooden Euro-windows are characterized by high operational properties and long service life.
Windows are made to order. During the initial installation, you will most likely need the help of a specialist, and in the future you will be able to dismantle and install the structures yourself. It is important that the windows are not too large and heavy, but rather accurately fit the existing openings.
Such windows are usually installed in heated terraces, which are used by the owners in the cold season. Due to the fact that organizing high-quality heating of such extensions is quite problematic, the issue of energy saving becomes especially acute.
To minimize heat loss, special glass is used in the manufacture of modern European-style wooden windows. In winter they won't miss warm air from the extension to the street, and in the summer they will not allow the extension to warm up too much.
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Use of plastic and aluminum profiles
If desired, plastic window systems can be used to glaze the veranda. They are suitable for both heated extensions and unheated terraces. Depending on the operating conditions, a specific type of window is selected. Installation of such systems requires special skills, so in most cases you have to use the services of professionals.
The properties of plastic window systems are determined by the characteristics of the double-glazed windows. To provide best thermal insulation For terraces, you need to buy and install packages with glass that has a special coating. There must be an inert gas between the glasses. Thermal insulation characteristics largely depend on the type of profile chosen to create the structure.
A very popular solution is to glaze the veranda using sliding glass panels. An aluminum profile is used. It is slightly more expensive than other types of glazing, but is more efficient. The buyer can choose from models that can open remotely; the movement is controlled by an electric drive.
The structures are assembled from tempered glass. Glazing is carried out from the floor of the terrace to its ceiling. This provides excellent visibility and allows you to fully ventilate the veranda at any time. right time. Sliding windows, among other things, are good because they do not take up much space and go well with buildings of any type. Installation requires special skills and specialist assistance.
Verandas and terraces come in two types: open and closed. Even after building an extension of the first type, over time the owners often decide to convert it into the second option. To make the room as comfortable as possible, the veranda is glazed, for which windows of different types are constructed.
Glazing classification
There are many types of windows with which the veranda is “closed”. There is even a certain classification. When choosing, it is advisable to proceed from the following factors:
- Materials used in production.
- Operating requirements.
- Availability of frames.
- Required number of windows.
- Type of glass used.
- Location.
Now let's look at these classes in more detail.
You can glaze the veranda in different ways, depending on your taste and financial condition:
Based on materials
There are inexpensive options, and models designed for wealthy buyers:
- Film windows (curtains). They are supplied in the form of rolls, which is why they are also called flexible. Material – durable lavsan with polyvinyl chloride protective coating. Windows hold up well summer warmth indoors, do not deteriorate in the sun and tolerate temperature fluctuations from -30 to +70 °C. They are easy to install and their service life is 14 years or more. Minimal care: soapy water and sponge. The film does not burn; when exposed to flame, it quickly melts without emitting dangerous gases. Manufacturers also thought about design - you can buy film curtains in different colors and shapes. Film options will save you from summer rain and insects, but are not suitable for winter.
- Polycarbonate. A budget option, cheaper than glass, but much stronger. The material transmits and diffuses light well and can withstand severe shock loads. When destroyed, it does not create fragments with sharp edges. Does not lose performance characteristics on a hot day or in the cold. Installation is simple, the sheets are light in weight. Panels are sold in different colors and levels of transparency.
- Aluminum. They are more often used for cold glazing, but expensive models are used to organize a heated room (warm glazing). They do not lose their performance characteristics for half a century. Aluminum is plastic, windows are made triangular, oval or in the form of an arch. A good option– sliding aluminum structures. If you fold them into an accordion, closed winter veranda turns into an open summer. The main disadvantages are the high price and excessive tightness. In a closed room you will have to think through ventilation, otherwise the humidity will become excessive.
- Metal-plastic. The most popular type. In terms of performance characteristics, plastic windows are not inferior to their aluminum counterparts, but are much cheaper. With their help, a glazed heated veranda is organized, but even with light glazing, the temperature inside will be 10–15 °C higher than outside. Products are available in different colors and with different sound insulation. The disadvantage is the heavy weight (a reinforced foundation is required) and the inability to organize spot repairs if the frame breaks.
- Wooden. They create their own microclimate in the room, since the material “breathes,” i.e., temperature and humidity regulate themselves. Such a veranda will retain heat, since wood has low thermal conductivity. Disadvantages: expensive, require careful care, since wood quickly absorbs moisture and begins to rot.
In this video you will learn how to glaze a veranda:
By purpose
The owners present to the verandas different requirements. Those who visit country house occasionally, they do not need expensive glazing; the cottage or house is still empty in winter. In this regard, windows are selected according to their intended purpose.
There are two types of glazing:
- Cold. Does not require large financial investments. The temperature difference between indoors and outdoors is 5–7 °C. There is no point in installing heaters on the veranda; heat escapes through glass and frames too quickly.
- Warm. The window profile is formed so that heat loss is minimal: multi-chamber double-glazed windows are installed, insulation is used, and profile material is selected with low thermal conductivity. Warm glazing is more expensive than cold glazing, but the veranda can be used as a living space even in winter.
By frame
Traditional windows consist of frames and glass. However, another, less popular option is also used. Let's look at the pros and cons of each type:
- Windows with frames. The profile is made of wood, PVC or aluminum, there can be several chambers. The result is a reliable product with low thermal conductivity and good noise protection. The installation is cheaper than the frameless version due to ease of installation. If damaged, a glass unit or frame can be replaced without removing the entire structure. Disadvantage: Even narrow frames still block the view, worsening the view of the surroundings.
- Frameless glazing. An expensive, elite approach adds creativity to the veranda in a private house, making the structure truly unique. The windows offer stunning views as the frames do not block the view. The glazing is assembled from transparent panels, the fastening fittings are recessed into the ceiling or floor. Frameless windows can be given any shape; they are often made sliding. The disadvantages are high thermal conductivity and poor sealing (micro-cracks remain between the panels); more fuel will have to be spent on heating the veranda in winter. If open, insects will enter the room, and there is nothing to install mosquito nets on.
Whether to install a frame or not is your choice In count
Sometimes the choice of glazing option comes down to finances. It can be cheaper to cover not the entire room with windows, but partially, combining them with blank walls. Let's consider both proposed approaches:
- Partial glazing. Square window design and blank walls can vary - than fewer windows, the cheaper. Repairs in case of breakdowns are minimal. The view from such a veranda is unimportant, and calling it that can only be a stretch: the room will partially merge with the main building. But it is easy to organize reliable heating, increasing the total living space.
- Panoramic glazing. The entire building is glazed; windows are installed not only on two or three sides, but even on the ceiling. As a result, an excellent all-round view appears (however, the room itself is also visible). There will be a lot of light, but in hot weather this is more of a minus than a plus. A partial solution is to install air conditioning and hang curtains, but this negates all the benefits.
The second type is good for verandas facing the non-sunny side, or where there is a lot of shade from trees, and at the same time with a beautiful surrounding landscape. But to implement the idea you will have to invest a significant amount.
By glass type
Glass type in different models windows may also vary. If you don’t skimp and pay more, you can organize glazing with best properties. Let's look at the most popular glass options:
- Classic glass. This is the basic kit for any window. It has no air gaps and does not retain heat well. It is easy to break, and the fragments have sharp edges, which is unsafe for others.
- Stained glass. Additionally, it also performs a decorative function, which is why it costs more. It is better to place evenly colored stained glass windows on the terrace; they scatter the sun's rays, simultaneously creating a festive color atmosphere in the room.
- Tempered. Expensive, but very durable option. Demanded for frameless glazing. Withstands large mechanical loads, if broken, it breaks down into small crumbs without sharp edges.
- Laminated. Assembled from several glass layers with a reinforcing film pressed between them. It is superior to its hardened counterpart in strength and impact resistance. Also used for frameless glazing.
- Energy saving. Developed for warm glazing. Used in conjunction with a sealed frame that does not allow heat to pass through. This option should be preferred if heating is expected on the veranda.
- Multi-chamber double-glazed windows. They are also assembled from several layers, between which there are sealed air cavities, sometimes filled with a special gas. They have minimal thermal conductivity.
At the installation location
The design of windows mounted on walls and ceilings may vary. When choosing one or another type of terrace glazing, decide on the location of the ordered windows. There are two possible options:
- Wall glazing. Window profiles built into the openings of the veranda walls or completely replace them (panoramic type).
- Wall and ceiling glazing. In addition to walls, windows are also mounted on the ceiling or built into it, and even completely replaced. This achieves the illusion of being in the open air. “Pleasure” is expensive, plus heating costs increase in winter.
Video “Frameless glazing of a terrace, veranda or gazebo”
From this video you will learn how to install frameless glazing in a veranda and why it is interesting:
If you are looking for a budget option, try combining the solutions we described. For example, the lower part up to the parapet is covered with an opaque PVC profile, reinforced with lavsan thread, the top is covered with transparent curtains, which can be easily dismantled when it gets warm.
For a country house summer veranda where guests often stay overnight, it is recommended to perform light glazing with single-chamber plastic double-glazed windows.
If funds are not limited, it is better to make the windows lifting or sliding in the form of an accordion.
