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Do you long for a cup of coffee on your terrace in the morning? Remember that book you used to read while soaking up the sun? The good news is that in winter, it doesn’t have to be a thing of the past! In this article, we explain the principle behind the cold veranda<\/strong> or terrace shelter<\/strong>, so you can continue to enjoy your outdoor spaces all year round.<\/p>\n Summer evenings with a brazier can be enjoyed on the terrace until September, but not in October. However, to continue enjoying your outdoor infrastructure, have you thought about the cold veranda<\/a> or terrace shelter? This is a solution for covering your terrace, somewhere between a pergola and a traditional veranda<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Better suited to the changing seasons<\/strong> than a pergola<\/a>, a terrace shelter will protect you from wind and rain. What’s more, it’s not a real extension of your home, since it’s not a part of it. A must<\/em>? Modify the shelter<\/a> to suit your needs by making it retractable<\/strong>. It then adapts entirely to the climate<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/fr\/veranda\/abri-de-terrasse\/” button_text=”Discover the VERANDAIR patio cover” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n In summer, open the roof and walls<\/a> to enjoy the sun’s rays. In winter, close it all up: you’ll continue to enjoy an unobstructed view of your garden and the light outside, while remaining in the comfort of an indoor space. Protected from wind and rain, you’ll also benefit from thegreenhouse effect<\/strong> when the sun is shining. This means that even if it’s 5 degrees outside, it will naturally be 15 degrees warmer inside.<\/p>\n Although winters are relatively mild in Belgium, temperatures sometimes drop sharply for a while. Given the occasional use of the patio cover, avoid turning to a permanent heating system, such as a radiator. Instead, here are two ideas for a year-round cocoon<\/strong> without spending a fortune.<\/p>\n This system, often used in HoreCa, transmits heat by infrared radiation. It’s not so much the air it heats, but rather the masses present in the room, which then give off ambient heat. This device is effective<\/strong> as long as the beam is precisely directed. This means you can quickly heat up your target (in this case, yourself). Placed at your back, it’s ideal for a little reading with a view over the garden.<\/p>\n Pellet stoves are another particularly economical<\/strong> solution, but they’re also environmentally friendly<\/strong> because they’re a renewable energy source. Often with a designer look, it adds a warm, cocooning touch to your patio enclosure. Be careful, though: as it requires smoke extraction, your home must be fitted with a chimney flue.<\/p>\n You’ll be able to enjoy your terrace even more in winter<\/a> if the materials used<\/a> to cover it are well insulated<\/strong>. This means you can use double or even triple glazing<\/strong> to protect your space from the cold. What’s more, you’ll be protected from overheating in summer. Solid panels<\/strong> can also be combined with glazed walls<\/a>, as they offer better insulation than glazing.<\/p>\n When it comes to the structure of your patio enclosure, there are several materials that offer good insulation. Aluminum<\/strong><\/a>, for example, is more insulating than steel. It will give your home a modern look, as well as being hard-wearing, durable and easy to maintain<\/a>. Another option: wood<\/strong>. Aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly, it also provides good thermal insulation for your terrace. Finally, consider PVC<\/strong>, which is less expensive than wood or aluminum. Note, however, that its lifespan is limited, as it is more sensitive to external aggression.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/en\/contact\/” button_text=”Get a detailed quote” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\nTerrace shelters: enjoy your outdoors all year round<\/h2>\n
Protected all year round<\/h3>\n
Spot heating<\/h2>\n
Radiant heating<\/h3>\n
The pellet stove<\/h3>\n
Insulating materials<\/h2>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n