Polycarbonate roofing, also known as polycarbonate sheet roofing, PC sheet roofing or a polycarbonate shed, is a roof made of clear or translucent polycarbonate sheets fixed on a steel frame. It stops rain, sun and UV rays but still lets daylight through, and the sheets stand up to impact far better than glass. You will see it over car parking sheds, walkways, skylights, terraces, pool enclosures and commercial or industrial buildings.
ShadeCo India Private Limited is a polycarbonate roofing manufacturer and supplier in India. We design, fabricate, supply and install polycarbonate car parking sheds, walkway sheds, skylight and atrium roofs, entrance canopies, pergola roofs and swimming pool enclosures, built with solid, multiwall or corrugated sheets to suit homes, institutions, warehouses and commercial buildings.
ShadeCo India designs and installs polycarbonate roofing for a wide range of uses, from car parking sheds and covered walkways to atrium skylights, entrance canopies, and swimming pool enclosures. Each roof is planned around the site layout, span, daylight needs, and drainage. Select a solution below to enquire about your project.
A polycarbonate roof on a steel frame for car and two-wheeler parking at homes, apartments, offices and commercial sites. Multiwall sheets are often used here because they cut heat and rain noise, and a cantilever frame keeps the parking bays free of columns. Bronze or opal sheets reduce glare on parked vehicles.
A covered walkway that links building entrances, parking areas and gates in hospitals, schools, campuses and office complexes. The polycarbonate roof keeps the path dry and lets daylight through, so the walkway does not feel dark. Column spacing and roof height are planned around pedestrian movement, wheelchair access and drainage.
A polycarbonate roof over an atrium, lobby or internal courtyard that keeps out rain and lets daylight reach the floors below. Solid sheets give a clear, glass-like finish, while multiwall sheets diffuse the light and hold back more heat. The frame can be flat, sloped, arched or pyramid-shaped to suit the building.
A clear canopy over a building entrance, main door or drop-off point that shelters visitors from rain without hiding the facade. Solid polycarbonate is used where a glass-like look is wanted. The canopy can be wall-mounted on cantilever brackets or carried on columns, depending on how far it needs to project.
Polycarbonate sheets fixed over a steel or aluminium pergola so that garden, terrace and cafe seating can be used in the rain. The roof can go on a new pergola or on an existing one, if the frame can carry the load. Opal and bronze sheets keep the space bright without strong glare.
A polycarbonate roof over a swimming pool that keeps out rain, leaves and dust while the pool stays bright with daylight. Arched frames are common because they span the water and deck without columns in the middle. The design allows for pool access, ventilation and moisture rising from the water.
Polycarbonate roofing for commercial courtyards, showroom forecourts, food courts and loading areas where daylight matters. Multiwall and corrugated sheets cover larger areas at a lower cost, and the frame can be straight, sloped or curved. Gutters and downpipes are planned with the roof to carry rainwater away from people and stock.
Dome, pyramid, ridge and flat skylights that bring daylight into sheds, schools, atriums and commercial buildings. Polycarbonate weighs much less than glass and is far harder to break, which suits roofs that people work under. Sheet colour and thickness are chosen to balance light and heat for each space.
At ShadeCo India, each custom polycarbonate roof is sized and shaped for its site. A car parking shed may need a cantilever frame so that no columns stand at the front of the bays, while a walkway needs its columns spaced along one or both sides so the path stays clear. Skylights and atrium roofs are drawn to fit the opening in the building, whether that calls for a simple slope, a barrel arch or a dome.
Sheet type and colour depend on how the space is used: clear where the most light is wanted, opal or bronze where glare and heat need to come down. The frame can be steel or aluminium, painted to match the building, and when the roof is fixed to an existing wall, the brackets and flashing are detailed so water does not get in at the joint.
Different polycarbonate sheets are used for roofing depending on how much daylight, insulation, strength, and span the project needs. ShadeCo India selects the right sheet type for each project as part of a complete roofing system, rather than offering loose sheet sales.
All three types are available with a UV-protective layer on the outer surface, which protects the sheet from yellowing and the area below from harmful UV rays. Sheets also come in different colours, such as clear, bronze, opal, and grey, to control light and heat.
Polycarbonate roofing is widely preferred for projects that need natural daylight, weather protection, and a modern look without the heavy weight of glass or the darkness of metal roofing.
Parking and walkways make up a large share of polycarbonate roofing work. Car parking sheds at homes, apartments and offices stay bright underneath, and covered walkways in hospitals, schools and campuses keep people dry as they move between buildings, gates and parking areas.
Around buildings, the sheets are used for atrium and lobby skylights, entrance canopies over doors and drop-off points, and roofs over terraces and balconies that would otherwise be unusable through the monsoon. Pergolas over garden or cafe seating and enclosures over swimming pools work on the same idea at a smaller scale.
In industrial sheds and warehouses, corrugated polycarbonate is often laid in strips between metal roof sheets to brighten the work floor below.
For large spans or open-air shade with a curved architectural form, a tensile structure may suit the site better than polycarbonate roofing.
A polycarbonate roofing system is made of the polycarbonate sheets, the supporting frame, and the fixing and sealing system that keeps the roof watertight. The specifications below give an overview of the components used in ShadeCo India polycarbonate roofing. Final specifications are confirmed for each project after site study and structural design.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Sheet Type | Solid, multiwall (twin wall / triple wall), or corrugated polycarbonate, as per project |
| Sheet Thickness | Selected based on span, purlin spacing, and load; solid sheets from 3 mm and multiwall sheets from 4 mm upwards |
| UV Protection | Co-extruded UV-protective layer on the outer surface of the sheet |
| Sheet Colours | Clear, bronze, opal, grey, and other colours, subject to availability |
| Support Frame | Mild steel or galvanised steel frame with protective primer and paint, or aluminium frame |
| Fixing System | Aluminium or polycarbonate joining profiles, and screws with EPDM washers to allow thermal expansion |
| Sealing & Edges | End caps and anti-dust tape on multiwall sheets to keep out dust, insects, and moisture |
| Slope & Drainage | Roof slope as per sheet manufacturer guidelines, with gutters and downpipes where required |
| Wind Load Design | Frame and fixings designed for the project location as per IS 875 (Part 3) |
| Foundation | RCC foundations or base plates fixed to existing structure, designed for site conditions |
The right sheet depends on how the roof will be used. The table below compares the three main sheet types used for polycarbonate roofing.
| Feature | Solid | Multiwall | Corrugated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Glass-like, very clear | Translucent, ribbed look | Wave or trapezoidal profile |
| Impact Strength | Very high | High | High |
| Heat Insulation | Low | Good | Low |
| Rain Noise | Higher | Lower | Higher |
| Weight | Heavier | Lightest | Light |
| Relative Cost | Higher | Economical | Economical |
| Best Suited For | Skylights, entrance canopies, atriums | Car parking, walkways, terraces, large roofs | Industrial sheds, warehouses, daylight panels |
These are the key performance parameters to consider when choosing polycarbonate roofing for your site.
| Parameter | Performance |
|---|---|
| Light Transmission | Depends on sheet type, thickness, and colour; clear sheets let in the most light |
| UV Protection | UV-protected outer layer blocks harmful UV rays and resists yellowing |
| Impact Resistance | Much stronger than glass; resists hail and accidental impact |
| Rain Protection | Fully waterproof with correct slope, sealing, and drainage |
| Heat Control | Multiwall, opal, and bronze sheets reduce heat; clear sheets admit more heat |
| Wind Resistance | Frame and fixings designed for the site wind speed as per IS 875 (Part 3) |
| Fire Behaviour | Polycarbonate is generally self-extinguishing; fire rating depends on sheet grade |
| Maintenance | Low – periodic cleaning with water and mild soap, and checks of fixings and gutters |
| Service Life | Long service life with UV-protected sheets; warranty as per sheet manufacturer |
The right balance depends on how the space will be used. A skylight mainly needs clarity and daylight, a car parking shed needs strength and heat control, and a terrace roof needs rain protection with comfortable light levels.
Polycarbonate roofing in India is usually priced on the covered area, and the rate moves with a few things. Solid sheets cost more than multiwall or corrugated sheets for the same area, and thicker sheets or heat-reflective grades add to the price. Wider spans need a heavier frame and closer purlins, and the frame can be steel or aluminium, straight or curved. Arched, dome and other custom shapes take more fabrication than a flat or sloped roof.
Gutters, downpipes, joining profiles and sealing accessories are part of the total, as are site factors such as working height, rooftop access, foundations and transport distance.
For an accurate quote, send us the area to be covered, the location, how the space will be used, and a few photos or measurements of the site. We will suggest a sheet and frame that fit the job and send a detailed estimate.
A polycarbonate roof goes up quickly, but most leaks, rattling sheets and early yellowing come from how the sheets are fixed. Our process gives those details as much attention as the frame.
ShadeCo India supplies polycarbonate roofing as a complete system: the sheets, the steel or aluminium frame, the joining profiles and the gutters, designed and installed by one team. Because the same people plan the frame and lay the sheets, purlin spacing, slope and drainage are settled together at the design stage.
Jobs range from a single car parking shed or terrace roof at a home to long hospital walkways, school atrium skylights and roofs over commercial courtyards.
ShadeCo India Private Limited, established in 2010, is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company with over 15 years of experience in the design, fabrication and installation of tensile structures, polycarbonate roofing and shade systems. Our in-house team of engineers, fabricators and installers has delivered more than 800 projects across commercial, institutional, industrial and hospitality sectors.
We have worked with organizations including Delhi Public School, Food Corporation of India, L&T, TATA, Adani, Al-Karim University, Indian Oil, Omaxe, VIVO, Lakhani, Indian Railways, Reliance and several other organizations across India.
For polycarbonate roofing, each project is planned around the required coverage, site conditions and approved drawings before fabrication begins. Our team coordinates sheet supply, frame fabrication, delivery and installation, and every roof is checked against the design and specification before handover.
For related outdoor shade and roofing options, you can also explore our tensile structures, shade sails, awnings and canopies, and sports shade structures.
Polycarbonate roofing is planned around the area to be covered, the daylight required and the structure supporting the sheets. For a parking bay, walkway or building-side roof, the proposal should establish sheet selection, roof slope, joints and drainage before fabrication begins.
Our projects page includes related canopy work such as the tensile walkway at Inspiration Sr. Sec. School in Haldwani and the fabric parking canopy at Vogelsang India in Greater Noida. These are references for covered-space layouts. A polycarbonate proposal is specified separately around the sheet system and fixing details suited to your property.
Our polycarbonate roofing projects are handled from Delhi NCR, and most of the work is in North, Central and West India: Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar and Maharashtra. Projects in other states are taken up depending on their size and site requirements.
Cities we cover include New Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Shimla, Baddi, Dehradun, Haridwar, Bhopal, Indore, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Mumbai and Pune, as well as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi.
Send us the size of the area, the location and a few photos of the site. It also helps to know whether the roof will stand on a new frame or be fixed to an existing structure, and whether you want as much light as possible or more control over heat and glare. With that, we can suggest a sheet and frame and prepare an estimate.
Call ShadeCo India on +91-9873975818, email info@shadecoindia.com, or send your details through our contact page.
FAQ
Polycarbonate roofing is a lightweight roofing system made from strong, transparent or translucent polycarbonate sheets fixed on a steel or aluminium frame. It keeps out rain, sun, and UV rays while letting natural daylight through, and is far more impact-resistant than glass.
The cost of polycarbonate roofing in India depends on the sheet type, thickness, and colour, the covered area and span, the frame material and design, roof shape, drainage accessories, and site conditions. Share your site details with ShadeCo India to receive an accurate quotation for your project.
Polycarbonate roofing is commonly used for car parking sheds, walkways, skylights, atriums, terraces, balconies, entrances, pergolas, swimming pool enclosures, industrial sheds, warehouses, and commercial buildings.
It depends on the project. Multiwall sheets are light, economical, and insulate better, so they suit car parking sheds, walkways, and terraces. Solid sheets offer glass-like clarity for skylights and entrance canopies, while corrugated sheets suit industrial sheds and warehouses.
Yes. UV-protected polycarbonate sheets perform well in Indian sun and rain when installed with the correct slope, sealing, and drainage. Clear sheets can let in more heat, so multiwall, opal, or bronze sheets are often recommended for hot, sunny areas.
With UV-protected sheets, correct installation, and basic maintenance, polycarbonate roofing has a long service life. The exact life and warranty depend on the sheet grade and manufacturer, and the steel frame lasts longer with proper coating and periodic maintenance.
Polycarbonate roofing uses rigid transparent sheets that let in more daylight and suit skylights, walkways, parking sheds, and terraces. Tensile structures use a stretched fabric membrane that can form curved, large-span shapes and keeps the area underneath cooler. The better option depends on the span, design, and how the space will be used.
Polycarbonate roofing needs little maintenance. Clean the sheets periodically with water and mild soap using a soft cloth, avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive tools, and check the fixings, sealing, and gutters from time to time.
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