Retractable Glass Roof
A retractable glass roof is a glass roof whose insulated glass panels slide into one another on a motor to open.
What is a Retractable Glass Roof?
A retractable glass roof is a glass roof whose insulated glass panels slide into one another on a motor to open. It usually has 3 or 4 panels and opens to the ratio you choose. Built on a drainage principle, it makes terraces, pools, cafés and restaurants usable all year round.
Set the shade step by step
Adjust shade and daylight exactly as you like by changing the angle, easily by remote.
Whatever the weather
Close the louvres by remote in rain and strong wind; water is led to the gutter.
One space, four seasons
Shade and cool air in summer, a sheltered room in winter. Concealed LED lighting for the evenings.
Retractable Glass Roof, up close.
Systems we have installed. Tap to enlarge.
Retractable Glass Roof technical specifications
- Opens to any ratio you choose (e.g. 3/4, 4/5, 1/2); usually 3 or 4 telescoping panels
- Motorised; remote control available
- Built on a drainage principle and tested for water-tightness
- Works at a roof slope of 10–25% (minimum 15% recommended)
- Insulated glass: 6 mm tempered + 9 mm spacer + 4+4 mm laminated; 18–22 mm insulated glass panels
- Maximum frame spacing 150 cm; maximum panel width 1250 mm
- System length from 2000 mm to 6000 mm; glass depth up to 3 m using additional bearings
- Main beam spans up to 4 m; steel beams are used for longer spans
- One motor for roughly every 25–30 m²; no overall size limit
- Panels open one by one, so the glass is easy to clean from inside and outside
- Clear, reflective or tinted glass; polycarbonate on request
- Aluminium profiles in natural anodised finish or any RAL colour
- Optional remote-controlled roof blind; resistant to snow load
- 2-year warranty on spare parts; all accessories are stainless
- Used for pool enclosures, cafés and restaurants, terraces, gardens and homes
Retractable Glass Roof frequently asked questions
What is a retractable glass roof?
It is a glass roof whose insulated panels telescope open on a motor and stay watertight when closed.
What slope does a retractable glass roof need?
The system works on roofs with a 10–25% slope; at least 15% is recommended.
Which glass is used?
6 mm tempered + 4+4 mm laminated insulated glass. Clear, reflective or tinted glass is available, and polycarbonate on request.
Is it easy to clean?
Yes. The panels open one by one, so the glass can be cleaned from inside and outside.
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