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Velux Balcony Windows can Make Even Small Spaces Seem Airier
Cabrio® Balcony Roof Light Windows

CABRIO® BALCONY WINDOWS FOR YOUR HOME
  • The CABRIO® Balcony turns a Roof Window into an instant balcony in seconds. A great way to add value and a real wow factor to your property.
Open up your loft space and let even more sunlight and fresh air in without the need for separate structural work. The CABRIO® Balcony System fits snugly to the roof when closed yet when opened becomes an instant balcony in seconds. It can be combined with Top Hung Roof Windows and fixed bottom element to offer extra views, ventilation and daylight. As the lower section is moved forward into position, integral railings are automatically raised to provide a sturdy balcony surround.
  • Window opens out into an instant balcony in seconds
  • Lower section comes with safety glass as standard
  • Upper top hung window rotates 180° for easy cleaning of outer pane
  • Can be used as an emergency exit
  • Can be combined with top hung (GPL) and fixed bottom element (GIL) for extra views, ventilation and daylight
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Requires extra work to make external balcony area
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Give your visitors the gift of light this Christmas

Change "We stayed at Granny's over Christmas and had to sleep in the loft" to "Wow! We went to Granny's at Christmas and she let us stay in the loft!" Take a look at the picture and ask yourself as a kid, if you could think of a better vantage point from which to stare into the night sky, wishing for Santa to put in an appearance.

Christmas is coming and that always means… Visitors! Spare rooms will be dusted and vacuumed all over the country soon. While you are at it, how about taking a look at the light levels? A room that is too dim during the day and too light at night can really take the gloss off the Christmas pudding!

If your room is a converted loft, or a dormer room, give your guests the gift of controlled natural light this year. With a VELUX® window and blind combination, they can let in just the right amount of light during the day and keep out as much as they like at night.

Even better than that, you will have a room with a much more useful level of natural illumination when your guests have gone home and probably added some value to your property into the bargain.

Give us a call or click in the header of any page to send us an email about our pre-Christmas deals, then introduce your guests to their light and airy accommodation.

Velux Balcony Windows can Make Even Small Spaces Seem Airier
Cabrio® Balcony Roof Light Windows

CABRIO® BALCONY WINDOWS FOR YOUR HOME
  • The CABRIO® Balcony turns a Roof Window into an instant balcony in seconds. A great way to add value and a real wow factor to your property.
Open up your loft space and let even more sunlight and fresh air in without the need for separate structural work. The CABRIO® Balcony System fits snugly to the roof when closed yet when opened becomes an instant balcony in seconds. It can be combined with Top Hung Roof Windows and fixed bottom element to offer extra views, ventilation and daylight. As the lower section is moved forward into position, integral railings are automatically raised to provide a sturdy balcony surround.
  • Window opens out into an instant balcony in seconds
  • Lower section comes with safety glass as standard
  • Upper top hung window rotates 180° for easy cleaning of outer pane
  • Can be used as an emergency exit
  • Can be combined with top hung (GPL) and fixed bottom element (GIL) for extra views, ventilation and daylight
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Requires extra work to make external balcony area

The new generation of VELUX glass rooflights for flat roofs bring in more daylight than ever before via a minimalistic glass-to-edge design.

The rooflights increase the daylight area by up to 52 percent, compared to the previous generation, providing homeowners with a view of nothing but glass and sky. The new design is so seamless that the flat glass vented variant won this year's Red Dot Award in the category Product Design.

Furthermore, the unique construction of the rooflight, with two or three layers of glazing, also improves energy efficiency.

"We've designed the new glass rooflights to give people more of what they love in their homes: daylight, indoor comfort and fresh air. They are value-adding products for flat-roofed homes, giving indoor spaces a lift, by making them bright and airy and by providing a beautiful view of the sky."

Martin Pors Jepsen, Vice President Global Product Management.

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Pane 60 Velux recommended
As with the --73 Pane, it comes with a laminated inner for extra protection. The added benefit of the --60 Pane is that it offers even better energy efficiency and noise reduction. It also comes with our clear and clean outer coating, which helps the window stay cleaner for longer. Ideal for high-level applications, which are hard to access for cleaning.
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Velux Atrium effect
Combine Velux Roof Windows for a dramatic Atrium effect.
Velux CABRIO Balcony Windows
The CABRIO? Balcony turns a Roof Window into an instant balcony in seconds. A great way to add value and a real wow factor to your property.
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Modern Roof Windows for Older Houses

With an older, character property, customers often find that their original rooflights can bring problems of their own. In this example, the room in question was being used as a shower room with the roof light directly above the shower.

The original, top-hung cast-iron window was a little awkward to use, but worse than that, it was a condensation trap. Condensation is an enemy in a house of any age, but in older homes, it can lead to uncomfortable damp, with associated damage to the fabric of the building.

In order to offer this customer the best possible results while making sure the appearance of their roof light was in keeping with the character of the building, we fitted this VELUX polyurethane centre pivot, solar powered window from the Conservation range. They are now delighted with the new-found ease of use, and superior ventilation that this window gives them.

The Conservation range is just one series of windows made by VELUX. No matter what the style of shape of your home, there is one that suits the application perfectly. To help you identify the most appropriate installation for you, simply give us a call or click in the header of any page to send us an email. As Five Star Approved VELUX installers with over a generation of experience, you can be sure that you will be getting the best possible advice.

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Working from Home? Let There Be Light!
In the light of the Covid pandemic, it should be possible to coin a new word 'Tempanent', meaning a temporary arrangement that gets more permanent with each passing day. More and more customers are now finding themselves spending more time working from home than anticipated. There's no problem with that of course, working at home does have its advantages like reduced commuting time.

However, this can result in too many compromises for long term good. When you go to a workplace that has been set up and refined over the years to make the most productive working environment, you expect to have all necessary resources at your fingertips. Homes aren't always set up in the same way.

One glaring (or not, as the case may be,) is light. We are finding that there's a strong demand at the moment for roof lights brought about by the necessity of converting attic space into a work place for one or more family members. Velux roof windows can transform this space from a gloomy, demotivating corner to a light, airy and open space, conducive to getting the best out of your working time.
Mature Sussex House Extension Rejuvenated with Velux Rooflights

This extension to a Sussex home has a section of flat roof, already fitted with a skylight. However, the convoluted plastic sheets covering the area had discoloured over the years to a point where they were letting in very little light at all.

By fitting three VELUX flat roof curved glass windows the space inside has been transformed into a pool of natural daylight with a feeling of air and space. The outside has also benefitted from this fitment, with a great new modern look. The curved glass allows rainwater to run off easily and lets in more daylight than flat glass.

The frames are insulated PVC and the glazing is high thermal efficiency two layer, low energy panes to keep the heat loss to an absolute minimum. For summer comfort, there is a VELUX INTEGRA electrically controlled ventillated base and a wide choice of VELUX blinds allow you to let in just the perfect amount of sunlight.

Available in sizes from 600mm square up to 1 x 1.5 metres, there is a skylight to suit every flat roof and as five star accredited fitters, you can be sure that we will fit them for you with minimal fuss and disruption. Call us for a quote, or click in the header of any page to send an email.

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Hallway after Velux Sun Tunnel installed
When converting an interior space into a loft isn't possible, installing Sun Tunnels is the perfect solution to let sunlight into darker spaces into a single storey home.
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Installation of a dozen VELUX roof windows

This substantial, older property needed all of its ageing skylights replaced.

The customer chose VELUX because of the company's reputation for making the most thermally efficient, easy to operate rooflights. More than just that though, they were very keen to keep the new installation in keeping with the style and character of their family home.

The end result can clearly be seen in the series of photographs, some of which are taken while the job was work in progress, this was achieved using the Conservation range of VELUX windows.

The customers were delighted with the result and said that they would call us back in another 90 years when the windows need replacing again…

Terrace Windows Open up Your Home to Share the Joy of both Inside and Outside Living
Centre pivot roof window with white finish
White Polyurethane centre pivot windows are perfect for contemporary interiors and ideal for humid rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms and require less maintenance than a Natural Pine finish.
Velux roof window blinds 001
Mature Sussex House Extension Rejuvenated with Velux Rooflights

This extension to a Sussex home has a section of flat roof, already fitted with a skylight. However, the convoluted plastic sheets covering the area had discoloured over the years to a point where they were letting in very little light at all.

By fitting three VELUX flat roof curved glass windows the space inside has been transformed into a pool of natural daylight with a feeling of air and space. The outside has also benefitted from this fitment, with a great new modern look. The curved glass allows rainwater to run off easily and lets in more daylight than flat glass.

The frames are insulated PVC and the glazing is high thermal efficiency two layer, low energy panes to keep the heat loss to an absolute minimum. For summer comfort, there is a VELUX INTEGRA electrically controlled ventillated base and a wide choice of VELUX blinds allow you to let in just the perfect amount of sunlight.

Available in sizes from 600mm square up to 1 x 1.5 metres, there is a skylight to suit every flat roof and as five star accredited fitters, you can be sure that we will fit them for you with minimal fuss and disruption. Call us for a quote, or click in the header of any page to send an email.

Velux Flat Roof Window pitch diagram
Mature Sussex House Extension Rejuvenated with Velux Rooflights

This extension to a Sussex home has a section of flat roof, already fitted with a skylight. However, the convoluted plastic sheets covering the area had discoloured over the years to a point where they were letting in very little light at all.

By fitting three VELUX flat roof curved glass windows the space inside has been transformed into a pool of natural daylight with a feeling of air and space. The outside has also benefitted from this fitment, with a great new modern look. The curved glass allows rainwater to run off easily and lets in more daylight than flat glass.

The frames are insulated PVC and the glazing is high thermal efficiency two layer, low energy panes to keep the heat loss to an absolute minimum. For summer comfort, there is a VELUX INTEGRA electrically controlled ventillated base and a wide choice of VELUX blinds allow you to let in just the perfect amount of sunlight.

Available in sizes from 600mm square up to 1 x 1.5 metres, there is a skylight to suit every flat roof and as five star accredited fitters, you can be sure that we will fit them for you with minimal fuss and disruption. Call us for a quote, or click in the header of any page to send an email.

Velux Flat Roof Window Blind
VELUX offers blinds for your VELUX Flat Roof Window. In our selection we have an electrically operated pleated blind which allows you to control the amount of incoming daylight whilst also decorating your room.
Working from Home? Let There Be Light!
In the light of the Covid pandemic, it should be possible to coin a new word 'Tempanent', meaning a temporary arrangement that gets more permanent with each passing day. More and more customers are now finding themselves spending more time working from home than anticipated. There's no problem with that of course, working at home does have its advantages like reduced commuting time.

However, this can result in too many compromises for long term good. When you go to a workplace that has been set up and refined over the years to make the most productive working environment, you expect to have all necessary resources at your fingertips. Homes aren't always set up in the same way.

One glaring (or not, as the case may be,) is light. We are finding that there's a strong demand at the moment for roof lights brought about by the necessity of converting attic space into a work place for one or more family members. Velux roof windows can transform this space from a gloomy, demotivating corner to a light, airy and open space, conducive to getting the best out of your working time.
Blinds interior image 002
Modern Roof Windows for Older Houses

With an older, character property, customers often find that their original rooflights can bring problems of their own. In this example, the room in question was being used as a shower room with the roof light directly above the shower.

The original, top-hung cast-iron window was a little awkward to use, but worse than that, it was a condensation trap. Condensation is an enemy in a house of any age, but in older homes, it can lead to uncomfortable damp, with associated damage to the fabric of the building.

In order to offer this customer the best possible results while making sure the appearance of their roof light was in keeping with the character of the building, we fitted this VELUX polyurethane centre pivot, solar powered window from the Conservation range. They are now delighted with the new-found ease of use, and superior ventilation that this window gives them.

The Conservation range is just one series of windows made by VELUX. No matter what the style of shape of your home, there is one that suits the application perfectly. To help you identify the most appropriate installation for you, simply give us a call or click in the header of any page to send us an email. As Five Star Approved VELUX installers with over a generation of experience, you can be sure that you will be getting the best possible advice.

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Vekux centre hinged roof windows interior image 001
Flat Roof Sun Tunnel graphic
The Flat Roof Sun Tunnel brings natural daylight to areas where a Flat Roof Window cannot be used.
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Velux roof window combinations 009
Velux Balcony Windows can Make Even Small Spaces Seem Airier
Cabrio® Balcony Roof Light Windows

CABRIO® BALCONY WINDOWS FOR YOUR HOME
  • The CABRIO® Balcony turns a Roof Window into an instant balcony in seconds. A great way to add value and a real wow factor to your property.
Open up your loft space and let even more sunlight and fresh air in without the need for separate structural work. The CABRIO® Balcony System fits snugly to the roof when closed yet when opened becomes an instant balcony in seconds. It can be combined with Top Hung Roof Windows and fixed bottom element to offer extra views, ventilation and daylight. As the lower section is moved forward into position, integral railings are automatically raised to provide a sturdy balcony surround.
  • Window opens out into an instant balcony in seconds
  • Lower section comes with safety glass as standard
  • Upper top hung window rotates 180° for easy cleaning of outer pane
  • Can be used as an emergency exit
  • Can be combined with top hung (GPL) and fixed bottom element (GIL) for extra views, ventilation and daylight
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Available for top hung opening for roof pitches between 35°-53°
  • Requires extra work to make external balcony area
Velux dormer window interior 002
More Space More Light
White polyurethane finish is perfect for contemporary interiors and ideal for humid rooms such as ktichens or bathrooms.
Velux Solar Collectors pitch diagram
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