As an emerging product in recent years, a significant issue often encountered in the production process of sunrooms is water leakage. Few sunroom manufacturing companies can effectively solve the problem of water leakage in sunrooms. As an industry insider, I can say that 80% of sunroom manufacturing companies are troubled by the problem of water leakage in sunrooms, and some construction teams even have 50% of their completed projects requiring maintenance due to water leakage. So how to properly address the waterproofing issue of sunrooms? Our company has been manufacturing sunrooms for many years, and through years of experience, we have some small insights into the problem of water leakage in sunrooms. Let's share these insights with everyone.
1. To ensure a waterproof sunroom, the sunroom frame is the foundation and the top priority of the entire sunroom, which is beyond doubt.
Instability in the construction of the sunroom framework can directly lead to water leakage. Due to the instability of the framework, the glass on the top of the sunroom is generally quite heavy. Under the pressure of the glass, the unstable framework can cause slight deformation of the overall sunroom structure. Once the sunroom deforms, water leakage will occur at the joints where the framework connects to the walls, particularly at the areas where the waterproof glue has been pulled apart. Since this kind of framework deformation is generally not easily noticeable to the naked eye, water leakage caused by this reason is generally not easily detected by sunroom builders. This is precisely why many sunrooms experience water leakage whenever it rains after they have been built, and despite multiple repairs, the cause of the leakage is always difficult to identify. Moreover, water leakage in this situation is generally irreparable unless the entire framework is dismantled and rebuilt.
2. The quality of silicone used in sunrooms is also a crucial factor determining the waterproof performance of the sunroom.
Silicone also plays a crucial role in a sunroom. This is because the sunroom's frame materials, top coverings, glass, color steel plates, and other components are all free from water leakage. Water leakage typically occurs at the joints between profiles and between coverings. These joints rely on silicone for waterproofing. Poor-quality silicone has poor waterproofing effects and cannot withstand the soaking of rainwater. Over time, it is prone to decay, leading to water leakage in the sunroom. There are certain considerations when using silicone in sunrooms. Let me briefly explain. The top of the sunroom generally uses structural adhesive and weather-resistant sealant. For sunrooms built against walls, structural adhesive must be applied first at the joint with the wall, followed by a layer of weather-resistant sealant. Weather-resistant sealant is used in other areas. The reason is that structural adhesive has strong fastness and can stabilize the frame, while weather-resistant sealant has strong oxidation resistance and corrosion resistance, able to withstand rain and sun exposure. It is absolutely forbidden to use ordinary door and window adhesives (such as glass adhesive) as the top waterproofing.
3. Complete the finishing work for the sunroom
The finishing work of the sunroom is crucial. Silicone sealant must be applied between the doors, windows, and frames, as well as at the joints of the door and window profiles. Any gaps, no matter how small, should be sealed with silicone sealant, as water can penetrate anywhere. When doing the finishing work, one should not be hasty. It is essential to ensure that all gaps are sealed tightly and to inspect them multiple times before the sunroom is considered complete.
In summary, to ensure that the sunroom does not leak, it is sufficient to firmly grasp the above three points. If these three points are well executed, the sunroom will almost certainly not leak. Even if leakage occurs, the situation will not be too serious, and it can generally be resolved relatively quickly.