Soft windows: soft glass for gazebos, terraces, and other structures

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Soft windows for gazebos, verandas and terraces: a tandem of aesthetics and functionality

Perhaps everyone will agree that there is nothing more pleasant than sitting on an open terrace or in a gazebo with your favorite book, enjoying the fresh air and aromatic tea. However, this is only possible in the warm season, before the onset of cold weather, and in the cool season one can only dream of comfortable relaxation in the fresh air. This is exactly how it was before, until soft windows for gazebos, verandas and terraces appeared in the world of building materials. Glazing of verandas and terraces: types and methods of glazing (read more)

Soft windows will make the gazebo more comfortable in the cool season.

Convenient use of soft windows in everyday life and industry

Soft windows for gazebos can be installed on a permanent basis, or they can also be made removable (for summer). For example, if you are at the dacha only in the summer, why leave the gazebo closed for the winter. By removing the film, you almost double its service life, and also protect it from thieves who can simply cut it. This also applies to summer cafes, the terrace is closed for the summer and dismantled for the winter.

A big plus of the material is hassle-free storage when rolled up and convenient transportation. This is especially justified if you have a prefabricated gazebo that can be disassembled and assembled in another place. In a private house you can make a winter gazebo, which will be warm when it’s below zero outside. Just imagine how pleasant it is to drink aromatic coffee while enjoying the snow covering the ground. This material is also actively used in industry, for temporary warehouses, trade pavilions, etc.

Soft windows for verandas, terraces and gazebos: main features and characteristics

Open gazebos, terraces and verandas are cozy, and therefore favorite places for home owners to relax. However, in the summer these buildings are susceptible to insect attacks, and in the autumn-winter period, during leaf fall, prolonged rains, and snowstorms, the owners have another problem - protection from snow, moisture and fallen leaves. Of course, the gazebo can be glazed, however, having calculated how much such a pleasure will cost, people are wondering what can be used to cover the veranda, other than glass.

Flexible windows will protect not only from the cold, but also from insects.

Flexible products will help make your dream of a magnificent panorama come true at any time of the year. They are characterized by a chic appearance, and are also distinguished by reliability, durability and ease of use and maintenance. Protective curtains made of PVC can be easily installed, quickly removed and folded at any time. With such protection you will be comfortable even on slushy and cold days. Such products will provide comfort during family breakfasts, parties with friends, and will also give the opportunity to enjoy solitude, completely dissolving in the natural landscape.

Soft windows are an excellent alternative to total glazing. While maintaining a panoramic view, they create reliable protection from external influences. Unlike conventional double-glazed windows, the presented products occupy a minimum of space and do not create inconvenience. Having calculated how much soft windows cost in comparison with sliding structures, we can conclude that they will cost much less.

On a note! For flexible glass, special films of different thicknesses are used - from 500 to 2000 microns. Moreover, the thicker the film, the stronger the product will be.

And yet, soft windows – what are they? This is a kind of film made of transparent PVC material, which is hermetically sealed with high-strength awning fabric. The presented products are an excellent solution for decorating a veranda, terrace or gazebo of any configuration and size, which cannot always be achieved using standard glass.

Soft windows can be easily and quickly removed and put away when not needed at any time.

Why soft windows are convenient to use

Soft windows are an inexpensive way to protect a gazebo from the effects of the external environment. This should include not only wind, snow and rain, but also dust, dirt, leaves, buds and exposure to direct sunlight. Any moisture that gets on the gazebo will cause an acceleration of the aging process of the materials from which the terrace is made.

When comparing the cost of installing full glazed frames and soft windows, the latter win due to their low price. The difference is especially clear when working with large gazebos, where the glazing area is quite large.

Another convenience of soft windows is easy dismantling. If necessary, the PVC film can be rolled up or completely removed to create a completely open space in the yard.

Soft PVC windows for gazebos: features of product manufacturing

If we are talking about what soft windows are made of, it is worth noting that these products are often made from transparent PVC, which is hermetically connected to the awning material. The latter is used as a edging for transparent inserts and serves as a place for the location of fasteners. The thickness of the film for soft windows, which serves as a glass replacement, is 0.4 mm, but in certain parameters the material is superior to its noble counterpart.

If we are talking about the method of manufacturing soft windows for terraces and gazebos, it is worth saying that the following technologies are used today:

1. Stitching - occurs using a specialized synthetic waterproof fabric and lavsan threads.
2. Welding (soldering). In this case, polyvinyl chloride is used, the elements are connected using high-temperature air welding.

The first of these technologies is often used in the manufacturing process of soft glass in the private sector. This is due to the fact that the fabric, which is based on polyester, is characterized by a rich range of shades and excellent decorative qualities. At the same time, windows to the gazebo, which are produced in accordance with this technology, are distinguished by their elasticity, resistance to wear and durability - on a par with lavsan thread. Thus, you can select any edging color or combination of shades in accordance with the design style of the veranda or gazebo.

As for the welding method with PVC edging, it is popular during the production of massive products for public facilities, for example, for decorating cafes, outdoor areas and other similar establishments. Polyvinyl chloride fabric, which serves as a material for soft windows, is characterized by increased resistance to both wear and the influence of aggressive chemical substances. In addition, absolutely any contaminants, including oily ones, are perfectly removed from it. This quality is especially valuable for high traffic areas.

Soft windows for gazebos and other structures are produced by stitching or soldering.

Based on their functional features, manufacturers of soft roller windows divide them into two categories:

1. If the film is not intended to be removed or folded, round eyelets are installed along the entire perimeter of the product, which are attached using self-tapping screws or lacing.
2. If there is a need to tuck the edges of the product, round eyelets must be fastened only in the upper part, and the sides are equipped with oval-shaped elements that are put on rotary brackets.

On a note! In addition to eyelets, accessories for soft windows can be represented by carabiners, textile Velcro-type fasteners, and zippers.

Thanks to the use of eyelets and other fasteners, you can remove the soft windows and install them back at any time in just a few minutes. By the way, there are many videos of installation of soft windows on the Internet that will answer any questions about this process.

How are soft windows constructed?

Types of materials for soft windows

Manufacturers use several different synthetic materials to make soft windows. They are united by good transparency, high resistance to mechanical stress and various weather conditions, including ultraviolet rays, humidity and temperature changes.

The most common fabrics on the Russian market are polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyurethane.

Gazebo with transparent soft PVC windows

• Polyvinyl chloride transparent fabrics are the most popular option for flexible curtains, as they are famous for their long service life without the need for repair or replacement. The material is characterized by high elasticity and strength, resistance to ultraviolet rays, humidity and temperature changes. PVC film is absolutely fireproof, which allows it to be used for gazebos with a barbecue or barbecue oven equipped in them. Polyvinyl chloride does not contain any components that would favor the emergence and development of any parasitic microflora.

A terrace, all the walls of which are soft windows made of polyvinyl chloride.
Soft PVC windows are available on the market in a wide range, so they can be selected to fit an opening of any size. There is also a certain variety in color, that is, you can purchase the one most suitable for the appearance or decoration of the room.

The canvases can be partially or completely transparent - this makes it possible to shade a certain area of ​​the gazebo (veranda). Unlike glazed frames, the cost of film windows is much lower, but they can have approximately the same characteristics as regular glass.

The thickness of the film can be different, so you can choose any option, depending on the location and operating conditions

The thickness of the commercially available film from which soft windows are made is usually 500, 650 or 700 microns. The larger this parameter, the stronger the transparent barrier, which means that, if necessary, it will withstand external influences and more than one dismantling. Curtain windows with a thickness of 500 microns are considered a budget option and are usually used only to cover small openings. Cloths with a thickness of 650 or 700 microns are suitable for medium and large areas, so they are more in demand among buyers.

Polyurethane soft windows.

• Polyurethane is another material from which soft window curtains are made. This option may have a smaller thickness, but its characteristics are not inferior to PVC products.

Polyurethane films for soft windows are also available in thicknesses from 500 to 700 microns, but their mechanical strength is higher.
Polyurethane has a higher elasticity index than polyvinyl chloride, which makes it not only very difficult to tear, but even pierced with a sharp object. Windows can be used at extremely low temperatures, even at minus 80 degrees - they are not damaged and do not change their appearance.

Enclosing surfaces made of polyurethane will not only protect from the wind, but will also allow you to admire evening views of the pond, near which at this time it is impossible to be without a mosquito net due to the numerous midges and mosquitoes

Polyurethane has the ability to reflect direct sunlight, so the film does not overheat. At the same time, it does not interfere with the penetration of light into the enclosed room. Thanks to this quality of the material, the inside of the gazebo or loggia is kept cool on hot days, and warm on cold days.

Fabrics used for edging soft windows: “Premium” - Oxford 600 fabric, and “Lux” - Velfi fabric

Soft windows made from the above materials can be combined with opaque canvases made from polyester with lavsan additives. This material also has high strength and durability.

Opaque panels at the entrance, which, rather, can be attributed not to soft windows, but to soft doors

A fairly popular option for combining materials is an opaque bottom and a transparent top.

An example of combining opaque and transparent sections of a gazebo film wall

The same material is often used to frame transparent areas. It gives them additional strength and aesthetic appearance, since the fabric is produced in a wide variety of colors.

Find out which sliding windows to choose for your terrace, their design features and recommendations for selection, in a special article on our portal.

Accessories for fastening soft windows

The main fitting elements of soft windows are a grommet, a French lock, a silicone strap and a rotary bracket.
The list of fittings for securing soft windows, as well as opening and closing them, includes the following:

This illustration clearly shows a rolled-up doorway panel, equipped with a “zipper” and secured at the top in an open position on supporting belts.
In cases where fastening the elastic panel to the base in the lower part is impossible (for example, a doorway), when ordering products, it is necessary to provide a special pocket for weights that weigh down the bottom of the structure. The load can be a piece of reinforcement or another metal profile, say, a plate.

Soft glass for gazebos and other structures: a few words about the advantages of the products

Buyers who have at least once made a choice in favor of soft glass, abandoning traditional windows on the veranda, do not regret their choice at all.

Reviews from users of soft glasses are almost all positive.

This is not surprising, since these products are endowed with significant advantages, including:

• attractive design;
• efficiency of installation and assembly;
• excellent protective properties;
• resistance to sunlight;
• no odor;
• durability;
• absolute safety for human health;
• simplicity of products;
• unpretentiousness in terms of care;
• no sharp corners.

On a note! If you use soft windows for the verandas and terraces of summer areas of cafes, you can put the establishment’s logo on them, which will become an excellent advertisement.

Considering the excellent compatibility of soft windows made of PVC with many other materials, some manufacturers prefer to make entire tents, which are very popular among cafe owners, in particular when equipping summer areas for placing tables on them. Due to the fact that PVC film can withstand temperatures in the range from -70 to +35 °C, tents will provide comfortable outdoor activities in any weather.

Thanks to their aesthetic appearance, soft windows (photo confirms this) will turn summer buildings into part of the landscape design of the site. Due to the transparency of the film, which is used for the manufacture of such products, the construction material is reliably protected from external influences, and the gazebo itself acquires a stylish and aesthetic appearance.

Flexible glass is resistant to ultraviolet radiation and temperature changes.

Wanting to make the lower part of the structure heavier, to create an imitation of a wall with windows, or simply to feel more protected, it is proposed to combine transparent fabric with an opaque material of the desired color. On the Internet you can find many photos of soft PVC windows for gazebos, inspired by which you can easily choose the most suitable option that will be an ideal addition to the exterior.

Another undeniable advantage of these products is that in combination with them a special mosquito net can be used, thanks to which, during the cool period, you can let fresh air into the room, while trapping insects that want to get inside.

Due to the ease of installation, it is completely unnecessary to use. The installation can be done independently. To do this, you just need to have a set of the simplest tools that are present in every home.

On a note! Non-flammable film is used to produce soft windows. Therefore, the products can be safely used even when decorating buildings that have a barbecue oven or heater.

The products are safe for people and do not have an unpleasant odor.

Of course, soft glazing of the veranda is not without its drawbacks, which can easily be reconciled. The purpose of such products comes down to certain purposes and functions that the manufacturer has endowed them with. They cope with these tasks, and excellently.

Peculiarities

Flexible windows are made from polyvinyl chloride film, which has a dense structure and excellent technical characteristics. They perfectly replace glass materials for creating transparent fencing in various rooms: verandas, attics, gazebos, terraces. The owners of summer restaurants and cafes were the first to appreciate soft windows.

This product can be used all year round. Thanks to this installation, comfortable conditions are created in the summer when it rains. In addition to rain and wind, the film can protect the structure from snow in winter.

Polyvinyl chloride film is not 100% airtight, but when using heating sources (electric fireplace, heat lamp), you can hold any event in a room where flexible windows are installed.

Due to the fact that flexible window structures are made of high quality PVC, according to user reviews, they have a lot of advantages that deserve a detailed description.

• Acceptable product price. The cost of soft windows is 2 times less than that of classic glazing with a wooden or plastic frame.
• High resistance to deformation (tensile, tearing).
• Product safety. If the material is torn or cut, it can be easily replaced, this is important if there are small children.
• Quick installation and dismantling of the material. The structure can be installed and dismantled within a few minutes. The main thing is to purchase the necessary fasteners and tools.
• Attractive appearance. Such windows do not hide the structure, and also allow you to admire the surrounding nature while being in a comfortable room.

• Long service life, more than 10 years. The durability of the product is determined by the technical characteristics of the building material, which is resistant to aggressive environments.
• A wide range of products, from which you can choose the appropriate variation of windows of the desired design and color.
• The product can withstand temperatures in the range of -40… +80 degrees without losing quality characteristics.
• Easy care. Flexible window structures can be maintained either manually or automatically.
• The material is non-toxic, as a result, it does not cause allergic reactions. At high temperatures it does not melt and does not emit harmful substances.

In addition to a large number of advantages, flexible windows have certain disadvantages that need to be taken into account:

• If you use this product carelessly, there is a risk of deformation of the canvas, which cannot be repaired. Such material must be replaced with new one.
• High thermal expansion rate. At low degrees, the material compresses, which can lead to rupture of the fabric at the point of stretching.
• The material does not allow air to pass through, so in poorly ventilated areas there will be a high level of humidity and temperature.

To avoid creating a greenhouse effect, it is better to install structures with a built-in window that can be opened if necessary.

Soft windows for gazebos and other buildings: subtleties of installation and fastening

Truly high-quality installation of soft windows for gazebos with your own hands requires certain knowledge regarding the intricacies of soldering and fastening methods. If you're armed with the right information, installation can be done quickly and easily. When ordering soft windows for a gazebo, you should pay special attention to certain points, thanks to which the installation process will become significantly easier and the durability of the structure will increase.

Note! If you attach soft windows using self-tapping screws through the fabric, it will inevitably be damaged and over time a tear will be noticeable in this place.

Eyelets are not a detail you should skimp on. Some specialized companies, in order to save money, prefer to install products by screwing them directly through the framing fabric, which becomes damaged. In order to avoid this, fastening the upper part of the canvas should be done using eyelets.

Most often, metal eyelets are used to attach flexible windows.

If you plan to dismantle the windows of the building for the winter, then it is better to fasten the structure from above using a French lock or a rotary bracket.

Regardless of what exactly the home owner wants to install - soft doors or windows, work should begin in the warm season. Carrying out installation at a low temperature may cause a violation of the integrity of the material and the accuracy of the layout, and in the future will lead to a decrease in the compliance of the products.

Types of materials for soft windows

1. PVC film is the main element in the construction of soft windows.
2. Mosquito net is an additional attribute (purchased separately or complete with the window).
3. Edging is the material used to frame the perimeter of PVC windows. It is in the edging that the fittings for attaching to the frame of the building are built in.
4. Fittings (fastenings) - variations of fastening windows to the building material. They differ in the reliability of the window fit to the installation site and convenience.
5. Two-way zipper - used for doorways. Makes it easier to enter and exit the premises.

Product installation process: where to start

The first and, perhaps, the most important stage of installing soft windows with your own hands is measuring the openings. The most common mistake is that during the installation of soft glass the exact characteristics of the opening and the supporting structure as a whole are not taken into account.

It is recommended to use proven technology, which involves performing certain actions, such as:

1. Clarification of the height and width of openings.
2. Mark at the location where fasteners are fixed for the location of beams and pillars. The degree of width of the part of the window on which the film frame will be located directly depends on this.
3. Mark all openings separately with a pencil. This will help avoid future confusion.
4. Organization of a convenient and functional window sill.
5. Putting the openings in order.
6. Purchasing high-quality eyelets, as a result of which you can prevent damage to the base.
7. Using a twist shackle or French lock. These elements are excellent if operation involves repeated removal of soft windows.

Before installation, it is necessary to unwind the roll of flexible windows and make markings.
In addition, an equally important condition is the location of the eyelets on each side, as well as below. This will allow you to avoid future problems regarding trimming the framing fabric. As a result of comprehensive equipment, the properties of the product in terms of wear resistance and elasticity can be maintained.

Thanks to preliminary calculations, the process of purchasing material of the required footage will become much easier. Rolled soft windows for verandas are often produced in a width of 1400 mm. At the same time, to organize the edging, which serves as an amplifier, material of a standard width of 50 mm is suitable.

On a note! To bring a sketch to life, you will need knowledge of the characteristics and features of the products, and you also need to competently perform soldering and cutting of elements.

Modern technologies for manufacturing soft PVC windows for terraces provide for calculated and thoughtful stages of work in advance.

For edging soft windows, a special material is used, which can be of any color.

Specifications

The technology for manufacturing soft windows is carried out in two ways:

• Stitching. Flexible windows of various configurations are sewn together using a sewing machine. To sew such a fabric, synthetic water-repellent fabric and lavsan threads are used, which are resistant to temperature changes.
• Welding. Korean-made polyvinyl chloride material is used.

Windows for gazebos are made of film material, which has a thickness ranging from 500 to 700 units. The second variation of the film is a more durable building material. The width of the product is 140 cm. If the width of the opening turns out to be wider than the film, then the pieces of film can be soldered using a hair dryer. A stream of hot air connects several pieces of film material, and an overlap of 3 cm will form.

To strengthen the fastening and the film itself, it is necessary to use edging material. The width of the edging is 5 cm. Special zippers are used for doors, which are 1 cm thick.

The main secrets of successful installation of soft windows with your own hands

By following a certain sequence, you can quickly perform independent installation according to a simplified diagram.

For clarity, step-by-step photos of soft windows with your own hands are presented, illustrating the installation process:

1. First of all, you need to unroll the PVC roll on a flat surface, then mark and cut it.
2. Then you should solder the edging around the perimeter of each blade with the standard installation of grommets and accessories for swivel brackets.
3. After this, you need to install the prepared canvas on the plane of the opening and attach the upper part using dowels or self-tapping screws through the eyelets. In this case, the roll straps located at the top must be installed at the same time.
4. To straighten the material and adapt it to the air temperature, you will need to wait a certain time.
5. Then you have to stretch the canvas along the sides and mark the side marks for the main fastening of the brackets.
6. The next step is to install and fix the rotary brackets according to the marks.
7. The final step is the final installation of the canvas at the attachment points.

If we are talking about complex buildings, for example, cottages or large dachas, the best solution would be automatic soft windows. Such designs are characterized by improved tightness and a high degree of practicality.

An example of installing soft windows on a gazebo with a gable roof.

When you start installing soft PVC windows with your own hands, you should familiarize yourself with important information regarding the fixation of these products.

There are several fastening methods:

• grommet-bracket-belt;
• lock clips;
• self-tapping zippers.

The eyelet-bracket-belt is perhaps the most common and wear-resistant option. When removing the belt from several brackets, you will need to roll up a flexible curtain and fix it to the top beam.

On a note! In this case, you can adjust the level of lifting height of the product depending on the number of released staples.

There is an opinion that in the presented mounting option, soft windows can hit the structure, since they are located freely. However, this is a myth. The degree of thickness of the material and the dimensions of the figure used are selected in such a way that this is excluded.

There are several ways to secure soft windows to a building.

As for the second option, clips made of metal or plastic are characterized by a more attractive appearance. They look truly elegant. However, moisture and cold air may leak into the gap between the curtain and the structure. The most rational solution in this case is to install more locks.

When it comes to self-tapping zippers, it should be noted that this option is the easiest and most convenient to use. However, compared to other methods, it is the least durable.

Fastening soft curtains

Typically, the film is produced in large factories, and soft windows are sewn/welded from it by specialized companies that also offer installation services. Flexible windows are fixed point-wise, directly to the frame. Depending on the specific conditions, eyelets, staples, magnets, guide profiles with a roller mechanism, etc. are used. The leaf is lifted manually, the rolled roller is attached to the upper part of the sash (on straps). Entrance areas can be made with zippers, for ease of use, so that you do not have to constantly roll up the door part. There is also control automation, when the curtain is wound onto a drum and a lifting mechanism is included in the kit, but it is not relevant for the private sector. If you wish, you can do the installation yourself.

Several rules for proper care of soft windows

Each owner makes a decision regarding the method of fastening products independently. In this case, everything depends on the characteristics and operating conditions of flexible structures. Having read the information on how to make soft windows yourself (more precisely, install them), it will also be useful to learn about the features of caring for such products. First of all, they do not require the use of special cleansers. It is enough just to wipe the windows from time to time with a sponge or soft cloth soaked in water. If there is severe contamination, you only need to add a couple of drops of standard household chemicals.

During operation, there will be no need to remove and reinstall flexible windows for the autumn-winter season. They will withstand even sudden temperature changes. In addition, the products are not prone to deformation and damage.

You can clean soft windows in a vertical position using a damp sponge.

Having decided to dismantle soft windows, you should take the issue of storing them very seriously. Having carefully rolled the product into a roll, it is recommended to put it in a secluded place, away from various piercing and cutting objects, as well as pets.

Soft PVC curtains for gazebos and verandas: a guarantee of practicality and reliability

Providing unsurpassed comfort, gazebos and verandas serve as an excellent addition to country houses, cafes, cottages and restaurants. However, the weather realities of our country are a serious obstacle to the use of these cozy corners at any time of the year. Hosts and guests have to seek shelter from rain, gusts of wind and sun. To make it possible to operate the gazebos, regardless of the season, aesthetic and modern solutions have been developed.

On a note! PVC is an artificial material made on the basis of lavsan fabric, which is impregnated with polyvinyl chloride.

This material is capable of excellent heat retention, is not afraid of sub-zero temperatures, is characterized by resistance to ultraviolet radiation and complies with absolutely all existing standards in terms of environmental safety.

High-quality PVC windows will easily last for a long period.

As for the thickness of PVC curtains for gazebos and other buildings, it is presented in the following variations (in microns):

• 400;
• 500;
• 700;
• 800;
• 1000.

In this case, the optimal option is considered to be 500 microns.

The advantages of the material, compared to denser analogues, are:

• plasticity, flexibility during frosts;
• low weight per square meter, ensuring ease of operation;
• budget price;
• The fabric feels softer to the touch.

PVC curtains for verandas and terraces will not only provide reliable protection from bad weather, but will also hide from prying eyes, reduce street noise, and protect from annoying insects, birds and animals.

The main advantages of soft windows for verandas, terraces and gazebos

Outdoor PVC curtains for verandas and gazebos are considered the most profitable and rational solution.

High strength is one of the main advantages of flexible windows.

Such products are endowed with quite significant advantages:

• have an attractive appearance, being an excellent addition to the exterior;
• presented in a huge variety of colors;
• retain their original performance properties throughout the entire period of use;
• characterized by excellent indicators in terms of light transmission;
• installation and dismantling of such products does not require the use of special professional tools;
• PVC curtains can be used to zone a room.

On a note! If you plan to hide soft flexible windows for storage, they must first be cleaned, dried and carefully rolled up. After this, the products must be placed in a dry room until they are useful again.

If you believe user reviews, soft windows are completely unpretentious in terms of care. This is due to the fact that they are endowed with the ability to repel dust from their surface. If the film was accidentally stained with oil or other stubborn stains, they can be washed using special detergents. But it is better not to use abrasive substances, as they can roughen the surface of the film.

Advantages and disadvantages

What soft windows are is clear. What are they needed for - too. And at first glance I really like the idea. And if you read the manufacturers’ advertising articles, it seems that they have no shortcomings at all.

But is it? To find out real and not custom reviews, I usually go to forums and look for the opinions of those people who are already using the thing I need. I went this time too, and this is what I took away for myself. First, about the advantages:

• PVC film is really very durable and can withstand severe wind loads and ball hits. That is, you don’t have to worry about it like glass that might break.
• When heated in hot weather, it does not smell, does not release toxins into the air - that is, it is environmentally friendly .
• The film is also very elastic and does not tear when stretched even in severe frosts.
• The design itself does not spoil the appearance of the structure and does not hide decorative elements. In our case, for example, soft curtains can be used to cover the entire terrace from the outside, thereby protecting the wooden structures from rain and snow.
• Windows can be opened without completely dismantling the panel.

Rolled and suspended canvas in a doorway

All this is great, but they also have significant drawbacks that made me wonder if I really need them.

• First of all, I'm not happy with the price. The minimum cost per square meter without installation and delivery is 1,500 rubles. This is in Moscow. In the regions it is more expensive - up to 1850 rubles. And we are far from the capital. Give over forty thousand for... film?
• Despite the fairly frequent fastenings, the design does not provide a hermetically sealed closure of the openings; when it rains or snows with wind, precipitation gets inside.
• I need the curtains to rise up from the middle, not from the very bottom. To do this, they need to be made of two halves - the lower stationary, the upper lifting. And this increases in cost due to edging and additional fastenings.

Here is just a two-part option

• Finally, I don’t find it at all convenient to unscrew and tighten a bunch of locks to raise or lower each panel. Especially if it needs to be done urgently. How to secure a rolled roll from the street without a stepladder? Now, if the windows were attached from the inside, it would be more convenient, but then the tightness will suffer even more and it will be more difficult to clean.

These are the sad thoughts that came into my head to replace the initial delight after reading the reviews and my own corrosive thoughts.

Soft windows for terraces and gazebos: rules for a good choice

In order for soft windows to please their owners, perform their functions and last a long time, you need to be able to choose a quality product.

High-quality soft windows look uniform; they have the same thickness on all sides.

When purchasing, you must take into account the technical parameters of soft windows. These include characteristics such as thickness and density. You should also pay attention to the company that produces the material for the canvases. It is important to choose exactly the manufacturer that produces truly high-quality products. Only in this case will the windows last for a long time.

On a note! When ordering, do not hesitate to ask the manufacturer for documents on the material used for manufacturing. Otherwise, you may encounter a cheap analogue, which is still very far from a branded product.

Spanish, Korean and Japanese firms earned the title of the most reliable companies. Conscientious manufacturers offer customers high-quality material options.

It is quite difficult to visually distinguish original products from fakes. Often, the negative aspects of the material appear only during the operation of the windows. For example, a budget film offered by a Chinese company may sag, lose plasticity, or become cloudy after just a year.

It is recommended to buy flexible windows only from trusted manufacturers.

When choosing soft windows for a gazebo in person or from a photo, you need to pay special attention to the following points:

1. Degree of transparency. Branded materials are characterized by a completely homogeneous structure. There must be no layers, foreign inclusions or sagging; different thicknesses are unacceptable.
2. When choosing a tinted film, the criteria for determining quality will be similar. However, it should be taken into account that various defects are more noticeable on it than on a transparent product.

Thus, a gazebo with windows made of PVC will be reliably protected from wind, heat, rain, dust and insects. These products are easy to use, both in terms of maintenance, installation and storage. They will certainly add originality and a stylish look to the building. If there are window openings on the terrace or veranda, you can safely install soft windows.

The presented products are characterized by versatility. In addition to gazebos, verandas and terraces, they can be used for many other objects. Nevertheless, the debate between opponents and supporters of soft windows has not subsided for quite some time. Despite the fact that some are categorically against such products and accuse them of being unattractive, expensive and fragile, there are other, very positive reviews. Soft windows are the most rational and practical solution, thanks to which bad weather cannot become an obstacle to family meetings or friendly gatherings.

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The soft window calculator is for informational purposes only; the total cost of products and services may not change significantly. The exact cost of manufacturing and installation of soft windows is determined by the master measurer after measuring and discussing all the details.

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Installation Installation cost: RUB 15,000. Cost of PVC curtains: rub.

Total cost of the order: 12 rubles.