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Opening louvre roof vs sunroom

Cost: A fixed canopy costs less per m² than an opening louvre roof - use the price calculator for an indicative figure.
Flexibility: Fixed canopy is always covered; louvre roof adjusts to conditions on demand.
Maintenance: Fixed canopy needs only cleaning and a fixings check; a louvre roof has a motor, drainage channels and pivot points to keep serviced.
Consent complexity: Both depend on the specific structure, but the electrical work for a motorised system is an extra factor to plan for.
Lifespan: Both use aluminium framing and are built to last well beyond their warranty period with basic care - fewer moving parts on a fixed canopy is one reason it needs less attention over time.

A louvre roof keeps a space outdoors with a controllable roof. A sunroom turns it into a room.

Side by side

	Opening Louvres	Sunrooms
Enclosure	Open sides (add blinds or panels)	Fully enclosed, glazed walls
Roof	Opening aluminium blades	Aluminium and polycarbonate roof
Wind / snow	Up to 200 km/h / 80 cm	Up to 160 km/h / 50 cm
Winter use	Sheltered outdoor living	Heated, lockable indoor space
Consent	Depends on size and design	More likely to need building consent
Warranty	10-year structural	10-year structural

Choose a louvre roof to keep the outdoor feel with sun control.

Choose a sunroom when you need a room you can use and lock all year.