Behind the apparent simplicity of the definition lies a diverse group of products with differing purposes and very different price points such as.
Roof window to let light in.
Whether installed into a loft conversion or into the roof of a new extension a roof window can offer up to 40 per cent more natural light in than traditional windows.
Simple fixed skylights costing a few hundred pounds at most.
Some window coverings provide privacy without blocking the light coming into the home.
Huge glazed openings sometimes costing as much as a small house.
A roof window actually opens usually with a pivoting awning style mechanism.
Some manufacturers however call this type of window a venting skylight.
It may even incorporate window screening in much the same way as an awning style window set into side walls.
These roof windows let in up to five times more light than a sidewall window and plenty of warmth.
There s plenty to consider when choosing rooflights.
This blocks the heat prior to reaching the glass subsequently keeping the glass from transferring radiant heat into the home.
This works best on glass skylights as the glass is flat.
A pair of large oval windows near the ceiling line throw outside light across the room.
A rooflight is an opening in a roof designed to let light in.
Consider installing a skylight above an interior room that s low on natural light.
F lat roofs such as those on extensions at the back of terraces and semis can be used to let light into the floor below as mulroy architects did during the refurbishment of a terraced house in.
Not only can these window coverings create privacy they can be attractive ways to decorate a room.
The shape of the windows lends contrast to the angular lines of the ceiling.
Replace the glazing could be a higher performance glass or replace the clear acrylic dome with a bronze dome.
Lightweight or sheer fabrics pleated shades shade screens mini blinds and window films offer privacy while still allowing some natural light to enter the room.