Are you contemplating a new plan for your outdoor spaces? As a thermoplastic technology by Palram’s range of polycarbonate and PVC, SUNTUF polycarbonate sheets can be a roofing solution for domestic use by roofing contractors, fabricators, architects, printers, and homeowners wanting to take the DIY route.
Industry-leading as a roofing brand for attractive, user-friendly flat roof design, this blog will be your best guide to SUNTUF, its extensive benefits for roofing projects, and how you can make the most of it in your Australian home.
What is Suntuf EZ Glaze?
SUNTUF EZ Glaze is a versatile, low-maintenance polycarbonate roofing option. Its proprietary profiled design allows it to be installed directly onto the rafters without the need for intermittent purlins.
SUNTUF creates a glass-like appearance after eliminating the need for purlins running throughout the width of your roof space. At Roofing Options, choose from Bluish Breeze, Solar Grey, and Clear and have it cut to custom sizes, including into multiple pieces.
Suntuf polycarbonate roof sheets come in three styles:
- Standard, which is used for the most cost-effective solutions
- SolarSmart, which helps reduce heat as it reflects more radiation across the entire ultra-violet light spectrum, not only the portion that provides visible light
- SolarSmart Selective
Every SUNTUF polycarbonate roof sheet has a Limited Lifetime Warranty and provides 99.9% UV protection under the harsh Australian sun. You and your family can enjoy outdoor areas without getting sunburnt in the summer.
SUNTUF doesn’t rust or corrode, is weather and UV-resistant, has a long life service with minimal maintenance, is high-impact, expands and contracts as weather changes, and is easy to install.
Key Features of SUNTUF EZ Glaze
What are some of the key features of SUNTUF EZ Glaze? There are many reasons to consider it for your home or business property.
Lightweight Design: Easy Installation
When installing any kind of roofing, you want it to be easy to carry and install! The 3mm thick polycarbonate sheets fit directly over the rafters and purlins with a high loading capacity. EZ Glaze is easy to fasten, too; the panels are simply screw-fixed to the supportive structure and joined by overlapping.
The good thing about SUNTUF is that it simplifies the installation process for experienced professionals and DIY enthusiasts and cuts back labour time. Your project idea won’t take weeks to develop.
A Thermal Insulator: Energy Efficient
Staying comfortable year-round depends on the type of roofing system you have since it works as an insulator during winter and bounces back heat during summer.
SUNTUF reduces heat transfer, maintains a stable indoor temperature, and cuts down your energy costs for heating and cooling. SUNTUF also has electrical insulation properties that aren’t influenced by temperature, water, and keep your outdoor areas insulated on colder days.
Weather, Fire and Chemical Resistant
When there’s a storm, how does SUNTUF hold up? Thankfully, it is built to handle any climate (and is extremely watertight), offering resistance to UV rays, rain, wind, and temperature fluctuations, so your roof stays intact and looks good over time. Polycarbonate is also chemically resistant against alcohols, diluted acids, and aliphatic hydrocarbons!
For example, SUNTUF withstands the adverse effects of UV radiation, effectively blocking 99.9% of harmful UV rays.
In terms of load resistance, SUNTUF has a wind uplift of 2.0Kpa a wind load of 4.0 Kpa, tested to comply with AS4040.1.
Overall, SUNTUF reduces heat as it complies with the most demanding international fire resistance standards in the field of plastics (AS9705 Group 1 AS AS/NZS 1530.3:1999) and even meets the European Standard EN13501.
The material is also Early Fire Hazard Test Certified to AS1530 with fire resistance 20 minutes before combustion is caused by a fire outbreak. Igniteability is 0, spread of flame 0, heat index 0 and 2 for smoke. The classification is subject to product type, thickness, and colour.
Modern and Elegant Appearance
Sleek and contemporary in appearance, SUNTUF has clean lines and a minimalist design for all types of commercial and residential buildings.
With SUNTUF EZ Glaze, you’re able to bring the outdoors in with high-transparency polycarbonate sheets. Designed to let in the most natural light in, it creates a bright, airy space without compromising on protection.
Whether you’re thinking about recreating a pergola, sunroom, or skylight, you can make your space feel open and inviting with SUNTUF EZ Glaze.
UV Protection: Safety for You and Your Interiors
SUNTUF offers advanced UV protection, shielding you and your interiors from harmful ultraviolet rays. Thermally stable at up to 135c, SUNTUF transmits over 90% of direct sunlight, almost as much as glass.
The protective layer makes you feel comfortable and prevents fading and damage to flooring, furniture, and other materials exposed to sunlight.
Versatility in Applications
So, how can you use SUNTUF polycarbonate roofing? Typical applications include:
- Gazebos or pergolas. You can create a stylish, weather-resistant outdoor retreat with heat-blocking polycarbonate.
- Balconies and verandas. Enjoy natural lighting of glass-like roofing sheets while being protected from the elements.
- Outdoor play or family areas. SUNTUF is perfect for shielding recreational spaces from harsh sunlight or rain.
- Sunrooms. Give yourself a bright, airy extension!
- Domestic swimming pools. You can keep your pools covered and shady without sacrificing any natural sunlight.
- Canopies and awnings. Add a protective layer to your patios or entryway awnings with SUNTUF.
- Acoustic barriers. SUNTUF can reduce railway, highway, or industrial noises with its impact resistance.
- Glazing for lightweight builds. SUNTUF is unbreakable and can be fabricated into different forms, shapes, and curves.
- Carports or garages, such as parking shelters, create a durable and modern look.
- Skylights. Boost the daylight in specific areas of your home.
- Hobby greenhouses. You’ll be able to foster plant growth with a lightweight, UV-protective option.
If you would like to learn more, read SUNTUF EZ-Glaze Polycarbonate, a comprehensive guide!
Design Flexibility and Customisation
With a wide range of colours to personalise your roof, let’s take a look at some of the SUNTUF EZ Glaze colour options.
Solar Smart Colours
How does Suntuf EZ Glaze compare to other polycarbonate roofing? You can expect 10 years against weather breakage, including hail up to 25mm, and 10 years against loss of light transmission.
Whether you want a second greenhouse on your property or want to pop in some natural light with skylights in your Melbourne home, Roofing Options delivers roofing supplies to Frankston, Carrum Downs, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Berwick, and Narre Warren residents.
SUNTUF EZ Glaze: Rely on Roofing Options!
If you’re ready to order or are looking for specialist advice or a quote, Roofing Options has everything a builder, contractor, homeowner or DIY enthusiast needs to transform their property. As a leading source for roofing supplies in Melbourne, we have a convenient online store and supply high-quality Colorbond steel roof sheets, custom flashing, downpipes, and a full range of DIY kits.
With Laserlite 2000 and 3000, Sunlite Twinwall, Sunglaze, Velux Fixed Skylights, and more, contact us today for competitive pricing, customisation and hassle-free shopping experience.
Visit our Cranbourne, Coburg, and Campbellfield stores or send us your enquiry online. Upload photos and plans, upload your order or flashing detail, and we’ll answer all your questions!
SUNTUF EZ Glaze Polycarbonate is from $129.60 for 2.0m. Speak to our team for a personalised quote that works for your budget.
