There are a number of roof windows on the market, but the Velux brand is the most popular. Roof windows are a great way to add natural light to a room, and they can also be used to improve ventilation.

If you are considering adding a roof window to your home, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, you will need to determine the size and shape of the window that will best fit your needs. You will also need to decide if you want a fixed or operable window. Fixed windows cannot be opened, while operable windows can be opened to allow for ventilation. Finally, you will need to decide on the type of roofing material that you have.

If you have a sloped roof, you will need a roof window that is designed to be installed on a sloped roof. If you have a flat roof, you can install a roof window that is designed for a flat roof.

 

Roof windows

Are you looking to add light to your loft in the least expensive way possible?

Are you looking to convert that unused attic space into a useable area?

Inviting the light into your home is one thing, but how you manage it is another. Thanks to the extensive range of specially designed blinds we install, you can control not only the amount of light a room receives, but its direction and quality. When installing a roof window you should consider:

Window Size

Roof windows and rooflights come in an array of shapes and sizes, and choosing the right dimensions for your project is critical. The ‘standard’ for roof windows is 900x600mm, and these are installed between rafters at 600mm centres. Other common sizes are 980x980mm and 900x1200mm – the latter is designed to fit in a double-rafter space. They can also be provided in much larger sizes – for example, Glazing Vision Pitchglaze windows can measure up to 3000x1000mm.

Structural support

As with all structural requirements, relevant calculations should be carried out by our qualified structural engineer. The most effective way of supporting a roof window is to use double trimmers for horizontal support and double rafters for vertical support. Double hangers are placed in each corner, and single hangers are located around connected rafters.

Window Aperture

Remember that the size of the window aperture may not be the size of the window itself. The actual requirements will depend on the individual roof window, so be sure to consult our professionals early in the planning stages.

Window remote Operation

We can also assist you Windows that are out of reach. Our range of electric and solar blinds allow you to control the light at the touch of a button.