{"id":12271,"date":"2024-02-20T15:13:32","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T20:13:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/blogue\/why-choose-fiberglass-for-your-patio"},"modified":"2024-02-20T15:13:32","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T20:13:32","slug":"why-choose-fiberglass-for-your-patio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/blogue\/why-choose-fiberglass-for-your-patio","title":{"rendered":"Why Choose Fiberglass for your Patio?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When summer finally arrives, enjoying good times outdoors with family and friends is one of life&#8217;s priceless little pleasures! For this, it&#8217;s essential that your home has a well-designed patio to host your barbecues and summer evenings. <\/p>\n<p>What if you considered fiberglass for your future patio? This material, composed of fine glass filaments combined with polymers, is used in many everyday objects. 30% lighter than traditional materials, fiberglass has unique properties such as impact resistance, durability, insulation, and more. Let&#8217;s discover 7 advantages that will convince you to choose fiberglass for your future patio.   <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1- a WIDE CHOICE OF COLORS AND FINISHES<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>For your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/products\/terraces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">patio<\/a> to harmonize with your home, it&#8217;s important to choose the right color(s) that will provide the desired aesthetic touch. Fiberglass patios are available in several colors, and we offer the entire Sico-6000 palette with solid or granite finishes: there&#8217;s something for everyone! <\/p>\n<p>Please note that the choice of color should not be taken lightly. Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask our experienced experts for advice. Indeed, did you know that it&#8217;s advisable to choose light colors for your patio floors?  <\/p>\n<p>In case of intense heat, a dark floor can heat up and thus get damaged more quickly. As resistant as fiberglass may be, the summer sun and its powerful rays can cause real damage. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. CUSTOM MANUFACTURING<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Every patio is unique, so depending on the space you have, it&#8217;s important to evaluate with a professional the type of patio that will best suit your home&#8217;s configuration. Taking precise measurements and rigorously choosing the material and colors are necessary steps to avoid unpleasant surprises&#8230; <\/p>\n<p>By opting for a turnkey solution, you gain peace of mind and are guaranteed an optimal result with minimal effort.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. QUICK INSTALLATION AND EASY MAINTENANCE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Since fiberglass is very lightweight, it is easy and quick to install. The process involves laying and fixing a single piece onto a structure: the operation is done in one go and does not require complicated handling. <\/p>\n<p>As for maintenance, nothing is simpler than a fiberglass patio! A wash with soap and water (or another solvent) once a year is all it takes, compared to wooden balconies. <\/p>\n<p>The robustness and durability of fiberglass make it an exceptional material that will make your life much easier.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. ELEVATED INSTALLATION POSSIBLE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If your space allows, you can install your patio on upper floors to protect the lower floors from the elements.<\/p>\n<p>Indeed, one of the qualities of fiberglass is its waterproofing and resistance to extreme temperatures. Winter or summer, heatwave or polar cold, by opting for a fiberglass patio, you can be sure that your patio and lower floors will be protected. <\/p>\n<p>Please note that we regularly conduct quality controls to offer you the best fiberglass on the market.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. AN ANTI-SLIP FINISH<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Amidst these many advantages, we still had to find a small flaw with fiberglass. The latter is not anti-slip. In case of rain or snow, your patio surfaces could be slippery and therefore very dangerous, especially for young children or the elderly.  <\/p>\n<p>To remedy this concern, during its manufacturing, our fiberglass is coated with an anti-slip sand finish to ensure optimal safety for your patio. Whatever the weather, fully enjoy your patio, and why not dance and sing in the rain. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. WEATHER RESISTANCE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Due to its outdoor location, a patio is subject to the whims of the weather. Thus, fiberglass, being weather-resistant over time, will be a very good choice for your patio. <\/p>\n<p>Thanks to drip edges that prevent any water backflow, your existing structure will be protected from humidity and external elements: say goodbye to unpleasant mold buildup, your patio will always remain dry, regardless of the weather conditions over the years!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>7. ABILITY TO SUPPORT HEAVY LOADS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Fiberglass is a thin material, but it is no less resistant. Indeed, our fiberglass balconies can support heavy loads of up to 300kg\/m2! <\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask a professional for advice to ensure your heavy structure is adequate and safe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Small tip<\/strong>: avoid intermediaries and opt for a turnkey solution for invaluable peace of mind. We hope to have answered your questions regarding fiberglass and are here to help bring your future patio project to life. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When summer finally arrives, enjoying good times outdoors with family [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1373,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12271","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-non-categorise"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/675-20180307021907.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12271","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12271"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12271\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1373"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12271"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12271"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.balconsverdun.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12271"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}