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What is the Difference Between a Retractable Roof and a Skylight?
Have you ever imagined having an outdoor space in your home or building that can be converted to a sky lit space in inclement weather? Installing a retractable roof makes it possible. Retractable roofs and retracting skylight are both used to allow natural light into...
Why Your Eichler Home Should Have a Retractable Atrium Roof
Eichler homes have been a symbol of California living since the 1950s, and they're an integral part of the state's architectural history. Eichlers were designed with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, which provide an open living space and beautiful views for optimal...
What Contractors and Architects Need to Know About Retractable Roofs
Retractable roofs are an excellent way to improve the property value of a home or commercial building. They also can increase quality of life, boost health by inviting more light and fresh air into spaces, provide impressive aesthetics, and make an area ready for...
Will a Retractable Roof Leak?
A retractable glass roof is an excellent addition to many types of homes and commercial facilities. When it is open, you can enjoy the benefits of natural light and fresh air without sacrificing the ability to protect your space from the weather. But you might have...
Factors That Impact Retractable Roof Cost
If you're thinking of adding a retractable glass roof to your home or building, you are likely also wondering how much it may cost to have one designed, constructed and installed. While the benefits of adding a retractable roof system may be hard to quantify, it is...
How Long Will a Retractable Roof Last?
When a retractable sliding roof system (glass versions are often referred to as skylights, even though they’re really operable roofs) becomes an integral part of a home or business, it must operate reliably. Properly engineered retractable roofs should work for...