If your conservatory becomes unbearably hot during summer, you’re not alone. One of the most common complaints from conservatory owners is excessive heat build-up beneath standard polycarbonate roofing sheets. Fortunately, there are highly effective solutions available that can transform your conservatory into a comfortable living space all year round.
By upgrading to heat reflective polycarbonate roofing sheets with integrated solar inserts, you can dramatically reduce solar heat gain, reduce glare, improve comfort, and even help retain warmth during colder months.
Why Does My Polycarbonate Conservatory Get So Hot?
Traditional polycarbonate conservatory roofs allow a significant proportion of the sun’s energy to pass directly through the roof. This creates a greenhouse effect, causing temperatures inside the conservatory to rise rapidly during warm weather. According to Omegabuild’s Solar Inserts performance data, up to 80% of the sun’s solar energy can pass through a standard polycarbonate roof, making the room uncomfortable for much of the summer.
This can result in:
- Excessive heat during sunny weather
- Uncomfortable glare
- Fading of furniture and furnishings
- Difficulty using the room throughout the day
- Increased reliance on blinds and ventilation
The Best Solution: Heat Reflective Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets with Solar Inserts
One of the most effective ways to reduce conservatory temperatures is by installing heat reflective glazed roofs that incorporate Silver Solar Inserts.
Unlike traditional internal conservatory blinds, solar inserts form an integral part of the roof system, sitting within the polycarbonate structure itself. This means they begin reducing solar heat before it enters the conservatory.
Benefits of Silver Solar Inserts
Silver Solar Inserts offer a range of performance benefits:
- Reject up to 80% of solar heat
- Reject 99% of harmful UV rays
- Reduce roof glare by 80%
- Help keep conservatories cooler during summer
- Reflect heat back into the room during winter
- Reduce fading of furniture and fabrics
- Maintain a bright, airy conservatory feel
- Require no cleaning or maintenance
- Provide long-term solar protection for the life of the roof
How Effective Are Silver Solar Inserts?
The technical specification for Omegabuild’s Silver Solar Inserts demonstrates why they are one of the most effective solutions for reducing conservatory heat.
Silver/Silver 25mm Polycarbonate Roofing Sheet
- Solar Heat Rejected: 80%
- UV Rejected: 99%
- Glare Reduction: 80%
- U-Value: 1.5 W/m²K
- Visible Light Transmission: 14%
Silver/Silver 35mm Polycarbonate Roofing Sheet
- Solar Heat Rejected: 80%
- UV Rejected: 99%
- Glare Reduction: 80%
- U-Value: 1.1 W/m²K
- Visible Light Transmission: 13%
These figures show that Silver Solar Inserts significantly outperform many traditional conservatory blind systems when it comes to solar heat reduction and overall comfort.
Solar Inserts vs Conservatory Blinds
Many homeowners initially consider installing conservatory blinds to tackle heat build-up. However, blinds only deal with solar energy after it has already entered the room.
The Omegabuild Solar Inserts comparison shows that traditional fabric blinds typically reject around 17% of solar heat, while Silver Solar Inserts reject over 80% and provide superior winter insulation and maintenance-free performance.
Advantages Over Internal Blinds
- No cleaning required
- No moving parts
- No fabric deterioration
- Better solar heat rejection
- Improved winter insulation
- Reduced glare without sacrificing roof performance
Improve Conservatory Comfort All Year Round
Many people assume conservatory roofing upgrades are only beneficial during summer. In reality, heat reflective polycarbonate roofing sheets can also improve winter comfort.
As warm air rises, a significant proportion of heat loss occurs through the roof. Silver Solar Inserts help reflect radiated heat back into the conservatory, creating a warmer and more comfortable environment during colder months.
This makes them an excellent choice for homeowners looking to maximise the use of their conservatory throughout the year.
Upgrade to Heat Reflective Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets
If you’re considering replacing an existing conservatory roof or planning a new conservatory, upgrading to heat reflective polycarbonate roofing sheets with integrated solar protection is one of the most cost-effective improvements you can make.
Explore our range of:
Heat Reflective Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets
Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets
https://www.omegabuild.com/product-category/polycarbonate-sheets/polycarbonate-roofing-sheets
Our range includes premium-quality roofing sheets designed for conservatories, lean-to roofs, verandas, carports, canopies, garden rooms and other glazed roofing applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to reduce heat in a polycarbonate conservatory?
The most effective solution is to install heat reflective polycarbonate roofing sheets incorporating solar inserts, which can reject up to 80% of solar heat before it enters the conservatory.
Do solar inserts make a conservatory darker?
No. Silver Solar Inserts still allow useful daylight into the conservatory while reducing excessive glare and solar heat gain.
Do solar inserts help in winter?
Yes. Silver Solar Inserts help reflect radiated heat back into the room, improving winter comfort and reducing heat loss through the roof.
Are solar inserts better than conservatory blinds?
In most cases, yes. Solar inserts reject significantly more solar heat than traditional blinds, require no maintenance, and provide year-round performance benefits.
Can I retrofit solar inserts into an existing conservatory roof?
Yes. Omegabuild solar inserts are available for new roof installations and retrofit applications, making them suitable for many existing polycarbonate conservatories.
Transform Your Conservatory
If your conservatory is too hot in summer and too cold in winter, upgrading to heat reflective glazed roofs with Silver Solar Inserts could be the ideal solution. By combining advanced solar control with high-performance polycarbonate roofing sheets, you can enjoy a brighter, cooler and more comfortable conservatory throughout the year.
