Roof Lanterns
Let the Light Flood in
Roof lanterns, also known as roof lights allow lots of extra natural light to enter the room from above. Made from strong, durable aluminium and thermally efficient glazing our roof lanterns will provide you a comfortable all-year round living space.
An Overhead Extension That Brightens Your Household
First introduced to the UK in the Georgian era, Roof lanterns are a variety of skylight that more easily allows light to flood into a room from the ceiling. Also known as roof lights, these much-sought-after fittings are increasingly a mainstay of British interior design.
Available in uPVC, timber and aluminium, roof lanterns are the ideal addition to any property or its conservatory, dramatically transforming the inside of a room without needing to change the overall aesthetic of your home.
Things to Consider when buying roof lanterns
A roof lantern in its traditional form is essentially a glass and timber structure, that resembles a shape similar to a miniature conservatory roof. Albion windows can install your new roof lantern in any material you wish:
- uPVC – a uPVC roof lantern is a good choice for those wanting an easy install and no additional fuss. Because uPVC does not corrode or rust, it’s extremely easy to maintain, meaning you can fit your roof lantern and enjoy it without worrying about upkeep.
- Timber – for those wanting that classic look, only timber will do. This material is the choice of tradition, and as such, will always retain a certain cache and authentic feel.
- Aluminium – for low-maintenance, a sleek look, and a distinctly modern feel, aluminium is the definite choice.
In order to start benefiting from all the features a bespoke roof lantern from Albion has to offer, homeowners will first need to gain planning permission. As roof lanterns are categorised as a ‘material alteration’ they will most likely require building regulation approval, but Albion can offer free and impartial on-hand advice, to make this process easier for you!
Roof Lantern Benefits
- Creates the appearance of a bigger living space
- An unobtrusive addition for any home
- Robust and watertight to prevent leaks and draughts
- Allows heaps of natural light to flow in
- Increased privacy compared to a traditional conservatory roof
- Energy efficient double glazing for optimal insulation
We at Albion Windows, are proud to have been improving homes across South London, Surrey, and Kent for well over 35 years. Incorporated as a Limited company in 1996, celebrating 25 years in 2021, we are founder members of FENSA 2002, Checkatrade members from 2008, endorsed by Which? Trusted Traders in 2017 and now proud GGF group members. One of the best double-glazing companies in London, we come highly recommended by our customers, with great reviews. And we do it all whilst offering a family-run and personal service to each and every customer.
Characteristics of Albion uPVC Windows
Beautiful Aesthetics
Roof lanterns transform a room. The increase of natural light; the visibility of sky and consequent sense of openness and clarity; the addition of a focal point for eye – all make this fitting something of a centrepiece in any interior, or indeed any conservatory. Furthermore, the ambience changes with coming of day and night, offering up sunny vista and bright stars accordingly.
Thermally Efficient
Benefitting from high quality uPVC or timber, roof lanterns are good at keeping the light in and cold out. Various additional design features can also be incorporate to make your roof lantern more distinct. Either way, it’s a unique addition made from the same material as your extension to retain heat.
Low Maintenance
Roof Lanterns are so easy to maintain during their lifetime simply needing a wipe down should they ever become dirty. They are also not susceptible to warping, discolouring or flexing, acting as a strong and reliable conservatory style.
View Roof Lanterns in our Bromley Showroom
Our extensive range of roof lantern styles can be viewed in our Bromley showroom.
If you require a little more information and advice about how an Albion roof lantern can help bring more light into your home, our experienced staff are on hand to help to provide impartial knowledge and expertise. We can arrange a visit and tour at a time that best suits you. Call us on 0500 344 028 or contact us online!
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Customer Testimonials
Excellent job! They are very good workers, very polite and very tidy.
Very professional – Excellent. Well Done.
Good job well done, really pleased with the quality. This is not the first time I have used Albion, I’m impressed with their aftersales service which is why they are the obvious choice to have more work done with.’