I bought the same yard sunshade/rainboard as my neighbor. Why do they say his bought the right one and mine bought the wrong one?
After careful comparison, I discovered that the edge of the sunshade/rainboard chosen by my neighbor’s house was curved, while mine was just an ordinary horizontal board, but the subtle difference was so different that I really regretted installing it too early!
The edges of ordinary horizontal boards are curved. In the hot summer, the sunshade angle will be larger. Even if there is strong wind, the curved edges can block the wind very well. The practical effect is more obvious. It is indeed better than the one in my home. use.
When the rainy season comes, its role is even greater. Rainwater dripping on the board can drip down along the curved edge, and there is no water accumulation. This is beneficial to extending the service life of the rain shield. However, it is recommended to arrange a row of floor drains under the rain shield, so that rainwater can be accurately drained into the sewer without causing water accumulation on the yard floor.
In addition, only the edges are curved. The style is more distinctive than the horizontal board, and the visual effect is also superior. The neighbor is still clever. If I had known, I would have followed his example!
Like my family, we have already spent money to buy flat sunshades/rainboards, so don’t worry about drainage issues.
can add drainage pipes to the edge of the horizontal plate and connect it to your own drainage system, so that the drainage problem on rainy days is solved. However, the installation is relatively troublesome and may be a bit visually unsightly.
There are various materials and styles of sunshades/rainboards on the market. In addition to the curved edges, you can also try these two types, which come with built-in drainage systems.
1, wavy sunshade/rainboard
is more novel in style and has its own curvature, so the drainage effect is very good.
2, arched sunshade/rainboard
is high in the middle and low on both sides, so that when it rains, rainwater will drain to both sides. It has a special shape and is suitable for matching with French style.
Normal sunshade/rainboards are mostly made of glass. They can protect you from rain, but the sunshade effect is poor.
Therefore, if you choose a glass panel, it is recommended to install a layer of sunshade cloth on the top surface in the summer.
If it is a finished solar panel, it is a panel that can be used all year round, providing sun and rain protection, and it also has its own solar energy. In summer, there is no need to use electricity or gas for water use. For the main structure, it is recommended to choose a steel structure, which is stable and durable.
If you want to install sunshades/rainboards on your open balcony or terrace in China, you must communicate with the property management company in advance to avoid being judged as illegal construction.
(picture from the Internet)
