Roof Windows

Roof Windows UK

What are roof windows?

Yes, we know, you already know that roof windows are windows for your roof. But it’s important to understand that the roof window market is not quite as simple as that. You need to decide if you need pitched roof windows or flat roof windows, and not only know which you need, but why you need it.

Pitched roof windows are for pitched roofs, and are usually installed in attic rooms and loft conversions, where they can be opened and closed depending on your home’s needs. You can also get fixed roof windows on pitched roofs, which can’t open or close, but could be suitable for a kitchen/diner extension where natural light is a priority but the windows themselves don’t need to open for ventilation since you already have patio doors or similar for ventilation.

Flat roof windows are great for flat roof extensions. Of course, you can’t open these type of windows, but they sit on top of the flat roof with a slight dome to them, capturing as much light as possible to fill your home to create more comfortable living spaces.

How do roof windows open?

For those that can, there are different options for opening. Which one you opt for will depend on the design of your roof and roof space, and your own personal preferences.

One of the most popular is centre pivot windows. A centre pivot roof window tilts from the middle of the window, creating an opening at the top and bottom. For effective ventilation, there’s no better option. The centre pivot allows for much better air flow in and out of the home, keeping the air fresh and your home at a comfortable temperature on those warmer days.

But it’s also possible for you to invest in top hung roof windows or side hung windows, for those wanting a more traditional opening. This might not be the best for ventilation, but they’ll still work great and provide functionality that gets the job done.

Are roof windows necessary?

You don’t have to have roof windows if they’re not your style, but they certainly offer a range of innovative features that can help you enjoy your home more.

For one, new windows increase the energy efficiency of your home dramatically. They help retain heat during colder months and offer an excellent ventilation point when the sun eventually shows its face again.

Roof windows also provide so much natural light into your home. For many homeowners, it’s roof windows that make the difference for lighting. Some spaces and homes are naturally darker, with few options for other windows on the external walls of the house. With roof windows, you can enjoy more light throughout the day, and the natural light can dramatically change your space.

Why choose FAKRO roof windows?

FAKRO roof windows are some of the most impressive on the market, which is why we stock them at BPS Depot. Here are some of the reasons customers love FAKRO roof windows so much:

Modern design pioneering the future

FAKRO windows are contemporary, high-performing home essentials that have set a new industry standard and encouraged people to request them by name. Every conceivable factor that might affect the user has been carefully thought about and dealt with in the design, bringing the future of roof windows to the present day.

Our range of FAKRO windows provides a bigger glazing area which ensures they are the most efficient in terms of letting in natural daylight. As well as significantly enhancing the loft space environment, innovative elements of these windows, like the automatic air inlet, will make sure that there is an optimum level of fresh air coming into your home without any unnecessary heat loss.

The ahead-of-its-time security system has increased the standard of burglary resistance, while the inclusion of environmentally sustainable technologies has allowed the creation of some of the most thermally efficient roof windows in the country. This combines an outstanding U-value with the use of eco-friendly insulation and air-tight flashing.

Plenty of natural light

Skylight windows by FAKRO will give you just the right amount of illumination of the room within a loft space. Specifically shaped profiles of the frame and sash, as well as the air inlet located in the upper part of the frame, allow natural light to flood into your home. The FAKRO windows we supply provide extended height thereby ensuring maximum room illumination and effective light distribution.

Sustainable energy balance

In addition to offering an effective source of light, roof windows can also work as a means for passive heating in the colder winter months. The bigger glazed area is suitably more efficient than other similar products in this way, with the free thermal energy being retained by virtue of their energy efficient design. These roof windows can also be used as a beneficial source of fresh air, the right amount of air secures a healthy microclimate while still avoiding heat loss. FAKRO roof window design allows a sustainable balance when it comes to air quality and energy saving.

Versatile and simple installation

Proper installation is extremely important for a roof window’s long-term performance and efficiency. FAKRO skylight windows have mounting brackets that enable them to be fitted to either rafters or battens. They can also be fitted at three different depths. ‘Higher’ window installation at the N level (which is 3cm higher than standard) in conjunction with Thermo flashing encourages the window to sit at a higher level within the roof line.

These installations often perform better in adverse weather conditions, especially in cases of high snowfall. Setting the window deeper into the roof (the J level, 3cm lower than standard) minimises heat loss. The improved visual aesthetics are especially noticeable with slate and plain tile roofs, and they can be an important factor in conservation areas.

Unique and effective security system

FAKRO windows have an innovative system of uniquely shaped and mounted hinges to prevent timber splitting or forcing of the hinges and sash. This solution is a lot stronger than any system previously developed or used. These roof windows also have metal reinforcement and specially reinforced structure and locking parts which makes an attempted break-in much more difficult.

It is essential that roof windows provide effective protection against possible intruders. FAKRO windows are designed to give homeowners the highest level of security and peace of mind. The specialised security system combined with toughened external glass significantly enhances resistance to break-in attempts and suitably protects the sash from opening if accidentally stepped on.

Impressive ecology

In terms of their impact on the environment, our range of FAKRO windows offer the highest levels of thermal efficiency whilst also being made using renewable natural resources. Low profile solar panels can be added and used in modular form with FAKRO roof windows to allow free energy to be collected. Ecological considerations are also extended to the sustainable use of other raw materials alongside management planning and rational waste management during the manufacturing process.

Aesthetically appealing

With FAKRO windows the highest standard of production goes hand in hand with attention to detail and styling, so these roof windows can suit any interior design style. Roof windows are frequently used as a key aspect of modern interior design. All FAKRO windows that we supply provide an essential combination of functionality, quality, and visual appeal. From an exterior point of view, the profiles are modern and can be compatible with any type of roof structure or pitch.

What accessories are available for roof windows?

You can customise your windows however you like with roof window accessories designed to help you create the space you want.

There’s a huge range of roof window accessories to pick from when you choose FAKRO roof windows, including:

• smoke ventilation systems
• external awning blinds
• internal roller blinds
• venetian blinds
• remote control systems
• and so much more

When those panoramic views aren’t necessary, you can create an intimate space that isn’t just open to the elements with exceptional quality blinds designed to make your home a private, enjoyable space.