What Are Fiberglass Roof Panels? Types, Benefits And Cost
When you’re looking to add more light into a space, fiberglass roof panels are an efficient and low cost material solution. In addition to manufacturing metal roofing and siding panels, Western States Metal Roofing also offers fiberglass roof panels which can be used on homes, industrial buildings, barns, porches, green houses and more. In this article, we discuss the types of fiberglass roofing panels as well as the benefits and cost. What Is A Fiberglass Roof Panel? A fiberglass roof panel, also known as a skylight roofing panel, is a thin, lightweight, translucent panel that is installed on a roof primarily to allow more light into the structure. Fiberglass roof panels, or FRP, are made of strong polyester resin reinforced with fiberglass. The fiberglass in the panels makes them more durable compared to other plastic roofing panels options like PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or polycarbonate panels. Heavy duty fiberglass roof panels are designed to withstand harsh weathe...