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  • Glass Veranda Prices in the UK! Things you need to know

    Glass Veranda Prices in the UK! Things you need to know

    If you are planning to enhance your outdoor living space with a glass verandas, there are some factors which can decide the prices. From sun, rain, to high winds, the British climate sets high demands on outdoor structures, making careful selection of your veranda’s specification not just wise, but necessary.

    A glass veranda is a top choice for sure for all year round use and will provide excellent rain protection as well as sun shade when specified with a retractable fabric blind, but do be aware of the differences in quality and performance in the longer term..

    What Drives Price Differences in Glass Verandas?

    Several main factors play a significant role in determining the price of a glass veranda can be listed:

    1.Size and Design Complexity:

    Larger verandas mean more glass, frame, and engineering—costs rise accordingly. Designs that include curves, elaborate supports, or full glass walls at the sides will incur further expense compared to straightforward, open-roof models.
    Many excellent flat roof models are now available but can be more costly than basic lean to models, for the right reasons.

    2.Glass Quality and Type:

    The glass choice is important for both price and quality. High quality glass as thick laminated safety glass (usually 8.8mm to 10.8mm) offer better impact resistance than thinner or standard glass. Some other features such as tinting, self cleaning coating or UV protection also increase comfort and performance, as well as total price.

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    3.Frame Material and Construction: Superior powder coated aluminium, the foundation of any verandas, guarantees longevity and durability, even in coastal regions where corrosion could be a concern. Timber and steel designs may attract different costs and require more maintenance, but aluminium is always the best. Precision manufacturing and robust fixings are essential to outlast strong winds and driving rain. High quality paint finish always seems to be a strong factor we encounter with cheaper painted veranda profiles tending to fade very quickly indeed when positioned in the full sun and a south facing position.

    4.Enclosure: Simple open-sided verandas (just a glass roof) are more affordable. If you want to enjoy year-round protection and comfort, enclosed glass rooms, multiple sliding doors, and advanced drainage or heating features all increase the budget needed.

    5.Installation and Location: Professional, experienced fitting guarantees the integrity and safety of your veranda, but can affect cost depending on site access and local labour rates. Extensive groundwork or preprepared concrete bases obviously affect the time on site for construction.

    Why Budget Models Deserve Caution in the British Climate

    It can be tempting to select a glass veranda based simply on a headline price, but beware – budget systems may simply not be fit for purpose in the UK. Cheaper verandas often use thinner glass and lightweight support structures. They might work in milder mediterranean climates, however, UK weather is famous for strong wind gusts, heavy rains and storms. Therefore, poor quality glass and frames run the risk of bowing, cracking or failing completely and leading to costly repairs or replacement. 

    Investing in a high-quality system – engineered specifically for the UK, or mainly Northern European climate means superior durability, safety, and peace of mind.
    At Samson Awnings, our bespoke glass verandas are meticulously specified using robust, weather tested components suitable for the harshest British conditions with certified performance.

    Final Guidance for UK Buyers

    • Prioritise proven quality, not just headline prices.
    • Ask for examples or go and see for yourself and try to see systems which are installed outside and have been for a while
    • Ask for details on glass specification, frame material, and weather ratings.
    • Choose certified installers with a track record of safety and professional service.
    • If in doubt, consult our expert team for honest advice and tailored recommendations.

    A glass veranda is a long-term investment in your outdoor enjoyment and property value. With Samson Awnings, you can be confident your solution is designed to stand up to the unique demands of British outdoor living.

    See our Price Examples page for Glass Verandas for further information:

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    Contact us to arrange a showroom visit, or send an image and measurements for a tailored quotation, all backed by our decades of expertise and commitment to quality.

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  • Why would you have a glass veranda at your home?

    Although the term ‘veranda’ in widely adopted now for either polycarbonate or glass structures providing protection from the rain the general reason for having one at al remains the same… A veranda provides an extension of your main home where you can sit, relax, entertain, eat, drink and generally be healthier and hopefully happier by just being outside.. You define an outdoor space with a veranda, a place to have outdoor furniture, various forms of heating for outside, maybe a cooking facility next to or nearby and so on. A veranda is a weather protection system to be used all year round if you really want to. It protects from the rain perfectly, it doesn’t make the space underneath darker because of the natural light coming through the roof and it gives you the basis for additional weather protection systems to the front or sides if required to enable more control over the sun or wind.. It is one of the most perfect UK weather solutions systems, especially as it is generally seen now the climate here is going towards a more tropical behavior. Warmer overall with very hot spells, but also a lot wetter too. Protection from rainfall will become a bigger topic in the coming years for sure…

  • Does an aluminium glass veranda add value to your UK home?

    As with many home improvements and upgrades if you select the right designs, colours and specification then definitely a veranda can add real value to your home and attract other buyers who appreciate outdoor spaces and gardens. The right size, colour and shape, along with options to enhance its use all year round will definitely return value as invested initially. The highest quality aluminium verandas will last very many years beyond their 10 year guarantees, to be a permanent addition to your home. Recent UK press articles have openly discussed the devaluing of homes with cheap Upvc conservatories, simply because a cheap conservatory is almost useless in many cases and some conclusions were you are better off removing them. An aluminum glass veranda is nothing like a conservatory and more represents the future of British weather, as we are seemingly moving fast towards a more tropical climate here. Wetter and hotter.. Protect yourself from the rain, but also know it is definitely warm enough to sit outside if properly protected…

  • Are aluminium verandas waterproof?

    The glass or polycarbonate roof for an aluminium veranda is 100% waterproof and is a solid impervious roof to rain. Obviously it is only the roof which is waterproof and rain falling with a reasonable wind as well will inevitably blow in at an angle. We suggest various options for the prevailing wind open sides from sliding glass doors, vertical zip blinds, solid glass and louvred bladed walling amongst the most popular options. The rainfall which blows in will all depend on your veranda position and whether it sits in a corner of a house or is fully exposed with one side to the West. We never recommend glass verandas for North facing aspects, as in reality these are not areas where you would generally want to sit. The rain protection for an aluminum glass veranda is far more guaranteed than any louvre bladed system and also has an external guttering system. If the rainfall was ever torrential and

  • Is a Glass Veranda best made from aluminium?

    In the UK and further developed in Northern Europe, the use of aluminium framework glass verandas is growing fast. They offer great protection from rain and provide maximum natural light underneath with 100% waterproof protection… Aluminium is generally one of the best materials to construct medium to larger structures used externally. It resists corrosion well and is light, but strong. The original concept of a veranda goes back hundreds of years and in many hotter countries they are part of the basic design for the house, although not the case here in the UK. The aluminium constructed veranda will provide excellent strength and stability in all weathers whilst being the best material for longevity, especially when it has to deal with the ferocious and very changeable climate of the UK.

    We may think our weather is mild, but it is subject to very large fluctuations in air moisture content, which challenges many outdoor fitted building materials throughout the year. Going from hot a dry to cold and wet so quickly challenges other materials fitted outside to the limits. Aluminium verandas will only get more popular as the weather changes and is more unpredictable. We all like being outdoors far more and need to protect where we can without building extensions and conservatories, which simply don’t give that same outdoor to indoor integration and freedom of fresh air flow..

  • How do I choose the right Glass Veranda style for my property?

    Many of the various styles and models of glass veranda available will be best suited depending on the size of system you are after. Some models with large profile roof bars won’t suit smaller sizes and verandas with smaller profiles won’t look so good in larger sizes. It is often a matter of proportion, but there are also some obvious differences when it comes to a sloping or flat roof veranda style.

    We offer verandas with curved rounded front profiles, flat square profiles and Victorian styles with decorative inserts and support posts with decorative bases. The roof bars vary from almost flat to raised and profiled in varying shapes and sizes.

    We hope to offer a veranda for almost every style of home and every size option ever required with almost no limits on the width possible. The projections are normally limited to a maximum of 6 metres.

    Speak to our experts if you want choices to match your taste and house style.. 

  • What is the best Glass Veranda in the UK?

    As of 2025 the UK market is flooded with so many polycarbonate and glass veranda systems, all claiming of course to be the best, or indeed the cheapest. You definitely don’t want the cheapest, but which one is best? Don’t forget these verandas have to sit and take the full force of the British weather, 365 days a year over and over, so overall quality and specification is very important.

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  • What do Glass Verandas cost?

    There is a massive price range for glass verandas in the UK and you really do need to do a lot of research on their origins and specifications for the purpose of a peace of mind to their suitability and longevity. (more…)

  • What are the benefits of a Glass Veranda?

    The glass veranda (canopy/awning or roof) is quite possibly one the very best outdoor weather protection systems you can use in the UK both for domestic and commercial applications. (more…)

  • Is planning permission required for a Glass Veranda?

    In most cases a glass veranda will not require planning permission and is technically considered a temporary structure for most sizes and applications. There will be times when permission might be required for the obvious cases of listed properties or when the veranda is particularly prominent to the surroundings. Very large or high structures which can be seen by others also might need permission so check before proceeding with your local authority. (more…)