Glass canopies

At windows24.com several of our door canopy models, such as the Copenhagen or Monaco designs, feature an acrylic glass surface. Made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), this surface actually consists of a modern polymer that is much more lightweight and impact-resistant than conventional outdoor glass. Simple to self-install yet strong and able to withstand loads of up to 120 kg, this material is a real all-rounder that acts as an effective porch to withstand and protect a front door, window, or patio from heavy snowfall, for example.

Thanks to the material's flexibility and impact-resistance, strong wind also poses no problem for acrylic canopies while its UV resistance helps to protect front door colour finishes from fading. A glass canopy made from acrylic glass is also easy to clean given its sleek wipeable texture.

A further benefit of an acrylic front door canopy then relates to privacy and style. All our acrylic door canopies can be purchased with a clear, transparent finish, for example, which makes for a welcoming entrance. For some models however, customers can opt for a frosted satin surface finish. Not only does this bring a different style and go particularly well with doors featuring frosted glazed inserts, but it also provides a higher degree of privacy.

Another option for the surface of our high-quality door canopies is cellular or solid polycarbonate. This is another modern glass-like polymer used in our door canopy models, such as the Oslo, Amsterdam, and Rome designs as well as in the Colorado Springs and Chicago side porch canopy panels. Even stronger than acrylic glass, the polymer is manufactured using an extrusion technology system, which makes it particularly impact-resistant and ideal for protecting the front door or building façade.

In terms of the difference between cellular or solid polycarbonate, this mainly comes down to cost and that solid polycarbonate provides the highest amount of UV resistance. Both cellular and solid polycarbonate still allow for light entranceways, however. They also make for quick outdoor installation and can easily be formed into a range of canopy shapes, from square, to curved, or awning.

The final material option for the door canopy's surface is composite panel. Made from a purpose-designed fusion of different materials, including polycarbonate and acrylic sheets, the panel is used in popular models, such as for our Madrid door canopy.

Excellently strong yet lightweight and UV-resistant, the material can withstand heavy load capacities, making it ideal for snow, bright sunlight, and quick self-installation alike.

In terms of design, composite panel then boasts a particularly unique feature. Canopies made from it, such as the Cape Town model, feature a white underside but are anthracite on the upper side.

This adds character to the entrance and protects door finishes from fading while also ensuring low maintenance thanks to the smooth glass-like texture.