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What is the Window on the Ceiling Called?
What is the Window on the Ceiling Called? As natural light becomes a priority in modern home design, ceiling windows are gaining popularity among self-builders and homeowners. Whether you refer to them as roof windows, skylights, or rooflights, these ceiling windows...
Understanding and Preventing Skylight Condensation
Understanding and Preventing Skylight Condensation Condensation on skylights is a common issue that can affect both homeowners and builders. It occurs when warm, moist air meets a cooler surface, causing water droplets to form. This can lead to water damage, mold...
What is Passive House?
What is Passive House? In an era where sustainability and energy efficiency are paramount, the concept of the Passive House has emerged as a game-changer in the construction and building industry. Originating from Germany (where it is known as Passivhaus), this...
How opening rooflights work
How Opening Rooflights WorkOpening rooflights are a versatile addition to any home, offering benefits such as ventilation, temperature regulation, and improved indoor air quality. They come in various types, including electric and manual versions, suited for different...
How to plan a kitchen extension with skylights
Planning a Kitchen Extension with Skylights Thinking of adding a skylight kitchen extension to your home? It's a fantastic idea! Installing a rooflight extension allows you to expand your kitchen and bask in the natural light while preparing meals, hosting guests, or...
What is a Skylight Upstand
What is a Skylight Upstand?Upstands are crucial for skylight installations, elevating them above the roof to ensure proper water runoff and weather protection. This essential design feature prevents leaks and structural damage by ensuring a secure, weather-resistant...
What is the Difference Between Rooflights and Skylights
What is the Difference Between Rooflights and Skylights?In the realm of architectural design and home improvement, rooflights and skylights play pivotal roles in illuminating interior spaces with natural light. However, despite their similar purpose, distinguishing...
The Part L grace period has come to an end. What does this mean for your rooflight installation?
New Part L Building Regulations - What does this mean for your rooflight installation?What is "Part L"? Part L is an English building regulation which sets parameters and standards for energy efficiency and performance for new and existing buildings. Part L first came...
Warm Roofs vs Cold Roof
Warm Roof vs. Cold Roof: Understanding the Key DifferencesWhen it comes to roofing, the terms "warm roof" and "cold roof" often arise. Understanding the differences between these two types is essential for homeowners, architects, and builders seeking to create...
2023 Interior Trends: Inspiring Home Decor Looks
2023 Interior trends: inspiring home decor looks From waves of sea green to sustainable flooring, we’ve pulled together the seven 2023 interior trends and inspiring home decor looks we’ve seen emerging in 2022 which look set to take over in 2023. From the colours...
How Thick Does Your Roof Light Glass Need To Be?
How thick does your Roof Light Glass Need to Be? When shopping around for the right roof light for your home, it is likely you will come across various measurements for the glass. Not every supplier will provide you with the optimum measurements as standard so never...
Rooflights: What Are U Values and Why Are They Important?
Rooflights: What Are U Values and Why Are They Important?Increasingly, new build projects as well as existing buildings are maximising the use of natural light together with the thermal properties of modern glass, to create a revolution in how we look at heat...
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Rooflights
We offer a wide range of rooflights designed for flat and low pitched roofs.
LaNterns
Our slim line lanterns are a modern twist on the traditional.
Skylights
Frameless design coupled with exceptional thermal performance.