All winter long we crave the warmth of the sun, and then by about this time each summer we’re working hard to avoid its harmful effects. That’s particularly true in our backyards, where too much direct sunlight can transform an idyllic oasis into a spot too hot to enjoy at certain parts of the day.
Every solution has its challenges, from umbrellas that blow away during storms to awnings that cast a permanent shadow and have to be taken down each fall. The ideal solution is a Natural Light Patio Cover, available from VanAm Construction.
Seemingly magic, the covers block all UV rays and 75 per cent of infrared rays, while letting through most of the light. The result is a cool setting that is still filled with natural light. Because there are no UV rays, it’s impossible to get a sunburn sitting under the cover. And the air under the cover is cool because so much of the infrared heat is filtered out.
All that’s left to enjoy is the sunlight, the perfect solution for any backyard.
Natural Light Patio Covers use Acrylite panels, made from 100 per cent acrylic, guaranteed not to fade or discolour for 30 years. They can be configured to work in any setting – attached to homes, to cover decks and patios, or built as stand-alone covers detached from the house. They are permanent structures that stay in place year-round.
Looking to get more enjoyment and use out of your Natural Light Patio Cover? A three-season sunroom is what you want! Our Eze-Breeze sliding-panel windows will turn your patio cover into a unique and elegant enclosure, whether integrated with an existing deck or patio, placed in your garden as a self-standing structure, or as an addition to your home. These vinyl glazed panels have the transparency of glass but are cheaper and lighter. The windows are fully screened, allowing fresh air in while keeping insects out. Close them in cooler weather to keep it more comfortable.
Homeowners have two primary choices: aluminum or wood. Aluminum structures come in white, sandalwood or brown. Each order is custom-made to fit perfectly with an existing deck or patio.
The other option reflects VanAm’s expertise as a homebuilder and renovation contractor.
“We also offer the covers built into beautiful Timberlite Pergolas,” says Ken Blokker, director of sales. They are made with Douglas fir timbers and can be stained in a variety of colours to suit any backyard decor. “The timbers are absolutely beautiful, and the Natural Light Cover transforms the pergola into the perfect place to relax all summer long.”
VanAm Construction, established in 1990, has a sterling reputation across southern Ontario for building homes and doing renovations and backyard projects of all kinds. Owner Dave Vanamerongen is based in Grimsby, while Blokker lives in London and works with customers across southwestern Ontario.
“I’ve been installing Natural Light Patio Covers for many years, serving customers in and around London,” Blokker says. “Now that I’ve teamed up with VanAm, I can offer a wider selection of solutions for every backyard set-up.”
In addition to the 30-year warranty on the Acrylite panels, there is a lifetime guarantee on the structures themselves and a 10-year hail damage warranty, along with a one-year labour warranty. While not inexpensive, a Natural Light Patio Cover or Timberlite Pergola is an investment, adding value to your home.
“People really can’t believe it until they’re standing under the cover, with so much light filtering through, but not feeling the heat of the sun on their skin,” Blokker says. “By filtering the sunshine, we give people the best of the sun without any of the downside. It transforms backyards.”
There’s plenty of time to get a Natural Light Patio Cover to enjoy this summer. There’s a turnaround time of four to six weeks for aluminum structures, and a little bit longer for Timberlite options.
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