The main benefits of a glass conservatory over a polycarbonate conservatory are as follows:-
A glass conservatory is perfect when you wish to use your conservatory all year round as polycarbonate can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter.
You get much more light through a glass conservatory and also the room that abuts the conservatory.
Polycarbonate conservatory roofs are very noisy when it rains; this is a lot less of an issue when you fit glass to your conservatory roof.
You have considerably less solar glare with a glass conservatory roof therefore easier on the eyes when you are reading.
Glass conservatory roofs can be designed so your furniture does not fade with the ultra violet rays form the sun.
Glass can be toughened and as a result is much more secure than polycarbonate which can be removed with a hot key or sharp knife.
Give a glass conservatory roof is 60 times heavier than a polycarbonate roof it ensures you are actually buying a top quality structural glazing and solid foundations rather than rather than running the risk of being sold inadequate foundations supporting structurally inferior trade window frames.
Better quality foundations are less likely to crack or subside and better quality structural glazed wall frames dramatically reduce the likelihood of leaks from the windows or the roof.
Glass conservatories when designed with solar reflective coating reduces heat build up in your conservatory by up to 75%, therefore you no longer have to endure conservatory temperatures over 90+ degrees on warm days.
In summary glass is more expensive general an extra couple of thousand pounds however if you want quality that lasts then a glass conservatory offers a more effective and lower risk option.
