I would like to put polycarbonet or a clear roofing on my pergola ?

by Marianne

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It is 10 feet wide and 12 feet long , I live in Michigan where we get cold weather and snow but I have purlins every 12 inches for support ? IDEAS

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Linda Sikut on Feb 09, 2018

Hi Mgeluso,
Click below for an article to read that might help. Wishing you the best.
https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/43870464/list/materials-workshop-polycarbonate-a-low-cost-alternative-to-glass

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- Marianne on Feb 09, 2018
  
  Thank you so much what a GREAT article . Many things to think about with the coating uv etc. But cost efficient and the clear slatted roof is what I am going for Linda .
  
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Bijous on Feb 09, 2018

Combating heavy snow is going to be the problem. There are radiant ceilings that you can install, but are pricey. You can do a test with just one panel and see how it handles the snow, or cover the entire thing and use a blower to get most of the snow off during the season. Good luck on whatever you decide.

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- Marianne on Feb 09, 2018
  
  I has a fairly good pitch . The blower Idea is great it's a small space and my leaf blower doesn't get much use in the winter anyway . Still considering all the options . Thanks for the help
  
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