Collection: For the Pros and the DIY Builders Alike

Polycarbonate panels are a game-changer for your home improvement projects. Ready to add that roof over your deck or carport? Or dreaming of an outdoor living area that lets the light in but keeps the rain out? Polycarbonate has you covered.

Thinking about closing off that breezy walkway or sheltering your wood pile? This tough, lightweight material is easy to work with and can be handled using basic woodworking tools. Cut it, drill it, and install it easily. We’ve also got screws, bar caps, and end caps to keep your project looking sharp. With polycarbonate, you can even build your own greenhouse on a weekend and enjoy it for years to come!

Why Polycarbonate Outshines the Rest

Benefits over glass, fiberglass & polyethylene

• Resilient & Safe: Nearly 20 times stronger than glass, polycarbonate panels stand up to impact and won't chip or shatter.
• Weather and UV-Resistant: They resist fading and keep your projects looking fresh in all kinds of weather.
• Energy-Efficient: With higher insulation, you’ll enjoy lower energy bills.

The Polycarbonate Advantage

Polycarbonate panels are the go-to choice for both big and small projects. From deck covers to breezeways and skylights, this versatile material does it all. Polycarbonate is also a top pick for commercial greenhouse roofing, thanks to its strength, light transmission, and resilience in extreme conditions. Lightweight, flexible, and transparent, it’s ideal for just about any outdoor or indoor project you can dream up!

Light Transmission by Color:

• Clear: 90% light transmission
• Opal White: 45% light transmission
• Bronze: 35% light transmission

Builder’s Tips

For framing outdoor projects like sunrooms, greenhouses, or patios, we love using cedar or aluminum. Cedar is strong, handles the weather well, and takes stain beautifully. We use tight-knot and clear cedar for a sturdy, polished look. Make sure your material is as straight as possible, and the ‘crown’ is facing upward and outward as you build. Aluminum bar caps, especially in brown, add a sleek finish with a rubber gasket to keep polycarbonate panels secure, even in high winds.

To secure the polycarbonate panels, the Aluminum Bar Cap has a sleek sliding cover that neatly hides the screws, giving your project a smooth, polished look. And for joining panels, the Joiner Cap is a go-to tool, making it easy to connect panels securely to your framing.

To prevent bowing or movement, screw the bar cap to the framing. For thicker polycarbonate (16mm or more), you’ll get a more rigid structure and it will have less movement. Don’t forget to protect the open edges of the panels with End Caps or Breathable Tape to keep insects and debris out. There’s a range of profiles available to make joining panels and finishing edges easy.

Big or small, polycarbonate makes it simple to bring your vision to life. Whether it’s a sunroom, greenhouse, or a covered porch, The Polycarbonate Store is here to make building easy!