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Fixed Flat Rooflights
Fixed rooflights provide natural daylight without ventilation. They are ideal for residential extensions, hallways and living areas where increased light is required while maintaining full weather protection.
How It Works
- Opening measured and prepared
- Fixed glazing unit installed to upstand or frame
- Perimeter sealed for long term watertight performance
Benefits
- Maximum daylight
- Simple low maintenance design
- Excellent weather resistance
Typical Uses
- Kitchen extensions
- Hallways
- Living rooms
Opening Rooflights
Opening rooflights provide natural daylight and controllable ventilation for residential spaces. Available with manual or electric operation, they are suitable for rooms that benefit from increased airflow as well as improved lighting.
How It Works
- Opening frame installed into the roof structure
- Manual mechanism or electric motor fitted depending on access and preference
- Perimeter sealed for long term weather protection
- Electric units can include remote control operation and rain sensors
Benefits
- Daylight and ventilation combined
- Suitable for both low level and hard to reach areas
- Electric options provide automated control
- Ideal for improving comfort in warm or humid rooms
Typical Uses
- Bathrooms
- Kitchens
- Bedrooms
- Loft spaces
Roof Lanterns
Lanterns and domes are designed to increase natural light on flat roofs while creating an architectural feature. They suit modern residential extensions and open plan spaces.
How It Works
- Lantern or dome fixed to upstand
- Glazing secured within frame
- Joints sealed for watertight performance
Benefits
- High levels of daylight
- Attractive feature within the room
- Suitable for modern extensions
Typical Uses
- Kitchen extensions
- Living areas
- Hallways
Velux Style Roof Windows
Pitched roof windows installed directly into the roof slope to provide daylight, ventilation and easy access for maintenance. Commonly used in loft conversions and attic rooms.
How It Works
- Window frame integrated into roof
- Flashings installed to suit roof covering
- Opening mechanism fitted for manual or electric operation
Benefits
- Excellent daylight
- Ventilation options
- Suitable for most pitched roof types
Typical Uses
- Loft conversions
- Bedrooms
- Attic spaces
Walk On Rooflights
Walk on rooflights are structural glass units designed to be safely walked over while providing natural daylight to the rooms below. They are commonly used on terraces, balconies and flat roofs where maintaining usable space is important.
How It Works
- Opening prepared and structural support assessed
- Walk on glass unit installed flush with surrounding surface
- Perimeter sealed for long term watertight performance
- Glass manufactured to withstand foot traffic and loading requirements
Benefits
- Provides daylight without reducing usable roof space
- Strong durable construction
- Modern clean appearance
- Ideal for terraces and balcony areas
Typical Uses
- Terraces
- Balconies
- Flat roofs above basements or internal rooms
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Email: info@commercialrc.co.uk
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