Unique GLASTAR Features

  Floatation Design 

When SunShade Products started the sunroom industry in Manitoba in the 1970’s, we knew that we had to come up with a design that would work with the toughest soil and weather conditions in the world.  We knew if we designed a product that would work with Manitoba soil and climate conditions - it would work anywhere!  The extreme movement of soil in Manitoba is due to being situated on a pre-historic lakebed. The soil consists mostly of “gumbo” and tends to expand when wet and contract when dry. In winter these conditions are more extreme because of moisture content and varying frost levels in the ground.

In normal construction shims are used so windows and doors can move without breakage. With an all metal and glass room, shims were not an option.  Glastar Sunroom System’s unique "floatation" design has been engineered specifically for soil movement.  Every panel has its own tracking which allows it to move up, down, or sideways when there is soil movement.  The panels actually float independently of the main structure. In all the years that SunShade has used the Glastar "floatation" system no one has ever had any broken glass or a twisted panel from deck or building movement (although probably 99% of the decks or buildings in Manitoba have moved). 

No Piles Required  

As with any type of construction, it is important to start with a solid foundation.  As a result of the "floatation" design each Glastar Sunroom System has been engineered and approved for a surface mount, non-piled foundation-utilizing a wooden deck with adjustable tele-posts on concrete pads - No piles are required! (Due to soil conditions in Manitoba, no one can guarantee that piles will not move – unless on bedrock).

Wood decks have proven to be the best application for our sunroom or enclosure systems, as well as the least expensive.  If you already have a wood deck, we will determine if any alterations will be required to bring it up to code. If you have no deck, we will build one for you or provide you with a material list and easy-to-follow instructions for you to construct your own deck.

Our decks are attached directly to the home, built to code, and set on adjustable tele-posts on concrete pads. For added strength and durability we use screws only.

Roof

The Glastar Sunroom System roof  (the strongest roof in the industry) is totally manufactured in our factory. It is made of 10 inch metal pans with a 3 inch interlock on both sides, giving the effect of an I-beam every 10 inches. All roofs are custom designed and built to specifications in any width or projection. Roofs are available flat, sloped, or gabled to follow the design of the house. A distinct feature of the roof is how it can reflect light back into the interior of the home. Optional roof insulation consists of 3” rigid foam, plywood, steel skin, and aluminum baton caps. The installation of ceiling fans, lighting, electrical components and wiring can be concealed within the cavity of the pan for a clean and efficient installation without ever piercing the exterior skin of the roof.     

Key        1.   Back Pan Shelf
                    2.   10" Interlocking Pans
                    3.   Stainless Type Screws
                    4.   Built In Drainage System
                    5.   Side Fascia Panel
                    6.   Front Gutter
                    7.   Corner Cap

*not shown - rigid foam insulation

In-House Installers  

SunShade employs in-house sunroom installers only.  All installers are factory trained and installing Glastar Sunrooms Systems is all they do, this specialization allows them to excel at their craft and guarantees the best possible installation.  Our head installer started with the company in 1979 and has likely installed more sunrooms than anyone in Canada.  The skill and depth of experience in all our installers ensures you that your sunroom will be installed with the same care and workmanship found in every Glastar installation. 

Guarantee

The most important aspect of any guarantee is the company that stands behind its product.  As a family business in the industry for over 29 years we know that we have looked after and satisfied each and every customer we have dealt with.  Each Glastar Sunroom System by SunShade Products Ltd. is accompanied by a written guarantee of 5 years on workmanship and 10 years on the baked on enamel finish.  Our commitment to our customers however extends well beyond this written guarantee and can be best demonstrated by our existing customer base and all the rooms that we have installed and serviced for them. 

C O M P A R I S O N

It is not always easy to establish quality and value. So often decisions are based on appearance only, or limited information resulting in disappointments later.

When considering the purchase of a lifetime enjoyment outdoor living center, continuing service and long lasting features mean quality and value for your money.

GLASTAR’S engineering, advanced design features, expert manufacturing and skilled installation guarantee quality and value.  

The following questions are helpful in being sure you make the right choice.   

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     @ 265 Sutherland Ave, Winnipeg, (2 blocks west of Main St.)