The Advantages & Disadvantages Of Polycarbonate Roof Sheets

Polycarbonate is a roof sheeting all-rounder for professional builders and DIY-ers alike. This super-strong and versatile thermoplastic material is manufactured from twinwall or multiwall layers of polycarbonate sheet with a series of channels that form rigid structures within. The finished product is incredibly hardwearing and an exceptionally attractive prospect for a wide range of different projects.

But these aforementioned benefits hardly scratch the surface of what polycarbonate sheeting can do for you...

From garden canopies, patio covers and porch shelters to decks, garages, sheds and even conservatories, polycarbonate panels give you the hardwearing quality and natural light needed for any purely functional or visually appealing home project. It's no surprise, therefore, that polycarbonate continues to ascend in popularity.

You'll discover an array of polycarbonate variations at Sheeting Giant including Twinwall Polycarbonate Sheeting, Multiwall Polycarbonate Sheeting as well as Glazing Bars, Fixings & Accessories to create and finish your sheeting job to a high standard. We also offer Cut To Size Polycarbonate Sheeting, ensuring you get the exact coverage you desire without waste, while saving money at the same time.

However, in order to make an informed decision about your next polycarbonate purchase, you need a well-rounded view of what this sheeting material can really do for you.

In our latest blog, Sheeting Giant will illuminate the advantages and delve into the disadvantages of one of the very best and most popular sheeting options out there. You'll discover that polycarbonate isn't just an innovative material, it's also an investment too.

What Are The Advantages Of Polycarbonate Sheeting?

• Easy To Fit & Lightweight To Handle: Polycarbonate is a lot simpler and straightforward to install than other forms of sheeting, making it particularly popular with DIY-ers and those planning to undertake sheeting work without the aid of a professional. It's also safer to use and lighter than glass, which reduces risk and the structural load in many roofing jobs.
• Virtually Unbreakable: The robust, rigid structure of polycarbonate makes it long-lasting and highly resistant to a wide range of environmental and climate factors. It also provides excellent impact resistance in a wide range of settings. If you want to enhance durability and longevity, opt for our multi-walled polycarbonate sheeting.
• Affordable: Our Force Twinwall Polycarbonate Roof Sheet is one of the cheapest roof sheeting options we have on offer. Perfect if you're working on a budget but still want all the benefits of impressive specs and great aesthetics.

• Versatility: The polycarbonate possibilities are almost endless! From cladding, canopies and covered walkways to swimming pool enclosures and covers, displays, glazing, panelling, roofing, greenhouses, patios, porches, carports and more.
• Stunning Clarity & UV Resistance: Not only will bright, mood-boosting sunlight easily transfer through polycarbonate sheeting, but the UV protective properties of polycarbonate will shield you and your furniture from the damaging effects of the sun.
• Cut To Size Options Available: Our easy to use Cut To Size Calculator allows you to enter your own dimensions to the nearest millimetre and then calculates an instant price. You'll know exactly how much you're going to pay while avoiding any wastage and messy off-cuts. Choose your preferred colour, thickness, width, length and quantity to order in just a matter of clicks.

What Are The Disadvantages Of Polycarbonate Sheeting?

There are a couple of reasons why you should opt for one of our other fantastic sheeting options - such as metal, PVC or bitumen sheeting - as opposed to polycarbonate:

• Risk of scratches and long-term durability: If longevity is of paramount importance in your next project - or maybe you want to avoid the risk of scratches and damage in harsher, more demanding environments - metal or coated steel sheeting and cladding will prove to be an exceptionally rugged choice. Our stunning steel sheeting is not only ultra-strong and lightweight, it's also versatile, and can even be fitted with an anti-condensation fleece to the underside of the sheet to prevent condensation.
• Rain and hail noise: Polycarbonate is not the best choice if you're affected by the sound of rain or hail hitting your roof. If you want a sheeting alternative to tackle external noise, consider purchasing our Eternit UrbanPro Fibre Cement Roofing & Cladding Sheet which offers excellent noise insulation, as well as an array of other benefits including rust, rot, corrosion and chemical resistance.