Looking for a Post Re: Covering a Patio W/clear Cover
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Anna Ibarra
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A few months ago, I saw that someone posted requesting suggestions re: covering their patio w/clear cover. I am wanting to do this, but I failed to clip that post and I can't find it.
I Love the light that comes in to my home, so I would like a clear cover. However, I am not sure I can since my patio/pergola is a leveled cover and not on an angle. I am needing some cover from our rain, when we get it. Any ideas, or suggestions?
8 answers
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Hey @Anna Ibarra I'm not familiar with the question you're referring to, but here's a link to a search that might help: http://www.hometalk.com/search/questions?filter=Covering+a+Patio+clear+Cover Did you try searching using the search bar located at the top right of the page? You can type in a search term and then click on the questions tab if you're sure it was asked as a question. Good luck!
Lulu Dubin
on Jun 11, 2014
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Home centers sell clear corrugated panels you could use. For runoff try adding shims to the slats before adding the panels.
Barbara
on Jun 11, 2014
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I have had black tinted clear corrugated panels on our deck for many years. Got them from Home Depot. Ensure your roof is strong enough to support the panels (which are light) during high winds and rain. Good luck! :)
Lou
on Jun 11, 2014
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Thank you Lulu, I have search for it, as someone posted asking how they could cover their existing pergola patio with a clear cover, maybe plexi glass, etc. ?? I didn't find it. But I am wanting to do the same as I want the light in my home. I have tried different ways to find it. Maybe I gave up too quickly.
Anna Ibarra
on Jun 11, 2014
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I may be wrong yet I think you can get flat clear panel. An important note. Home Depot (and others) sell the corrugated panels I wrote about in plastic and the original much higher quality material. I have been told to stay away from the cheaper plastic. Excited for you!
Lou
on Jun 11, 2014
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I assume you have located a store with the flat panels. Recommend you get the brand name of the panels then contact that company. They may have a web site with further information. Sorry that I cannot answer that question for you.
Lou
on Jun 11, 2014
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I used the clear corrugated panels for my pergola. One thing to keep in mind is you have to overlap them several rows over or they will leak. I tried a new foam ($16/can) that worked great until I had to get the entire section installed at one time. This foam cracked, hence creating areas for leakage. I would suggest clear silicone to secure the panels to one another. Make sure you run the rows correctly to avoid leaks in the wrong places. I'm also considering running gutters in some places close to the house. Good luck!
Denise
on Nov 03, 2014
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I think that it is important find a canvas that you can lay across your roof. That way you can have shade. If you do a clear covering, then it will not provide shade. http://www.aluminumbuilders.com/patio-covers/
Hazel Adams
on Jul 07, 2016
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