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BESPOKE WALK ON ROOFLIGHTS FROM GLAZING VISION BRIGHTEN UP BASEMENT CONVERSION

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bespoke-walk-on-rooflights-outside-spaceA large bespoke walk on rooflight from Glazing Vision, split into 20 sections, has enabled plenty of natural daylight into this newly built basement conversion, whilst maintaining their outdoor space.

With a mantra of ‘don’t move, improve’ being ever present within the world of today, it is important for homeowners to understand how they can best improve their own home and add value to not only their property but also to their style of living.

So, when this homeowner spoke to Goedehuizen Architects, they were keen to understand what could be done to create more space in their home and, in particular, how they could create a new lounge area for entertaining friends. With a lack of space above ground and without removing any garden space, it was decided the best option would be to create a basement extension.

light-gained-from-multipart-flushglazeOne of the common problems when creating a basement extension, is you may not be able to get enough light in and the new room may end up gloomy or always dependent on artificial light. Therefore, to avoid this becoming a problem, Goedehuizen Architects sought out a rooflight option which would enable ample light to enter the basement whilst not impacting on any of the outdoor space.

Impressed with his discussions with Glazing Vision, it was decided that the initial concept designed by Maikel Snels, architect at Goedehuizen Architects, could be achieved and would include 3 bespoke double glaze diamond shaped walk on Flushglaze rooflights and a large multi-part walk on rooflight, in a U shape and split into 20 sections.

Glazing Vision Walk-on rooflights using Flushglaze technology are designed to be installed flush with external flooring – perfect for flat roof terraces. The multipart construction also allowed the construction beams to become camouflaged within the design.

glazing-vision-u-shaped-multipart-flushglazeDue to its frameless design the U shaped walk on Flushglaze flat rooflight, measuring 1200mm (span) x 11700mm x 15500mm x 11700mm, was not only able to provide the required natural daylight into the basement, but also created an aesthetically pleasing design that fitted into the garden well and maximised the usable space by enabling the clients to walk on the product.

This additional natural daylight has helped to bring new life into the property and showcase a remarkable extension project, which has provided the homeowners with the perfect lounge area for entertaining.

“The finished result is really great, we get a lot of positive response on the rooflights. Because of the rooflight the basement is a very light space.” Maikel Snels, Goedehuizen Architects.

Glazing Vision are technical experts in the design, manufacture and supply of engineered, architectural glass rooflights for residential and commercial buildings. Providing a comprehensive range of rooflights to help bring light, air and space into the home, from simple fixed rooflights to more complex sliding rooflights and access configurations. As well as stock products, we custom-build rooflights to order to ensure the perfect fit to any architectural design.

If you have an upcoming project, and require any technical assistance regarding including rooflights, contact us on 01379 658 309 or request a CPD.

New Antracite Grey Flat Glass Rooflights from just £379

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Image 8Maximise the daylight in a property with Lunaglaze modular fixed glass rooflights, designed to fit directly to a builder’s timber kerb or a with a supplied PVC kerb.

This easy-to-install solution has a PVC glass construction with fully sealed double-glazed units and delivers a combined unit U-Value of 1.26 W/m2K.

Lunaglaze PVC in Grey Electric Hinged closedSupplied in a stylish Anthracite grey finish, it is available in 14 stock sizes to ensure fast dispatch, including next-day delivery, and comes with a 5-year warranty. Available fixed, manually hinged & electrically hinged from both the top only and supplied kerb options.

Make a room feel bigger, lighter and airier with this cost-effective flat glass solution, which allows optimum natural light into a space.

Order from just £379 today at www.rooflights-skylights.co.uk.  

Lunaglaze PVC in Grey Electric Hinged openLunaglaze at a glance:

  • NEW Anthracite Grey finish – external
  • Clear glazing
  • Double glazed Toughened/Laminated glass
  • Fixed, manual or electric hinged options
  • Combined Unit U-Value 1.26 W/m2K
  • Carriage paid (no additional carriage charge)
  • Can be installed to a builder’s upstand or Lunaglaze proprietary upstand
  • 14 stocked sizes for next day delivery
  • 5-year warranty

For advice on the right rooflight for your project, contact us on 0800 019 4493

Our Technical Team can also provide advice and support on industry policy and regulations, as well as give guidance on the most thermally efficient way to introduce natural light into your project.

Glazing Vision Offers a Free Comprehensive Guide to Specifying Glass for Rooflights

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Mulroy_Uplands_14 copyThe development of glass manufacturing technology over the last 60 years has fed ambitious architectural uses of glass.

In turn, the increased consumption of glass by the construction industry has seen the development of new products and glass types.

 

The Hawthorns Pre-Prep SchoolTo help specifiers make the right decision, Glazing Vision has produced a comprehensive guide covering the use of glass in rooflights including:-

  • Types of glass
  • Performance
  • Thermal efficiency
  • Light transmission and solar gain
  • Building regulations and standards
  • Design and delivery
  • Operation and useful life

20181025_124628This is the latest in a series of whitepapers and guides provided by Glazing Vision, with more set to be published in the near future.

You can download Glazing Vision’s free Guide to Specifying Glass in Rooflights here.

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NDC launches Lunaglaze – new modular glass rooflight with next-day delivery

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5180 Lunaglaze PVCThe National Domelight Company has introduced a new brand of glass modular rooflight to its wide range of solutions. Lunaglaze is a standard specification, glass modular rooflight that is available in a range of 14 stocked sizes for next-day delivery.

Rooflights let three times more daylight into a property than an equivalent sized vertical window, with the Lunaglaze rooflight providing a stylish and cost-effective solution for optimising the use of natural daylight. Lunaglaze is NDC’s only glass modular rooflight that has two frame options: Lunaglaze PVC and Lunaglaze ALU.

 

5180 Lunaglaze ALU Electric HingedLunaglaze PVC is a fully-sealed, double-glazed PVC and glass construction with toughened and laminated clear glass. Meanwhile, Lunaglaze ALU combines high-performance, silicone-bonded, flat-sealed glass units with a fully-welded aluminium framework. This high-quality framework is powder coated and comes in a range of RAL colours, with RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey the standard colour. It provides a clean and minimalist finish from both an interior and exterior perspective. Practically, the flush external metalwork of the ALU option also ensures efficient rainwater drainage and avoids the problem of ‘water-ponding’ that can happen with alternative rooflight designs.

5180 Lunaglaze ALUFor optimum performance, the unit should be installed on a pitch of between 5-15 degrees. Both frame options are available as ‘top-only’ units to sit over a weathered builder’s kerb and can be supplied as a fixed unit or in manual or electric hinged options, which are perfect for controlling ventilation, specifically for humid areas such as kitchens.

The Lunaglaze PVC and ALU units can both be supplied as a complete unit with a 150mm PVC vertical upstand, while the Lunaglaze ALU can also be supplied with either a 150mm or 300mm splayed upstand.

Lunaglaze ALU has good thermal performance with a unit U-Value of 1.24W/m2K, and the PVC option delivering a U-Value of 1.26W/m2K. Sound insulation is also excellent.

Please click here to download NDC’s Lunaglaze brochure.

NDC launches Lunaglaze – new modular glass rooflight with next-day delivery

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View the National Domelight Company entry on BPi

Visit the National Domelight Company website

5180 Lunaglaze ALU Electric Hinged

For 2017, the National Domelight Company has introduced a new brand of glass modular rooflight to its wide range of solutions. Lunaglaze is a standard specification, glass modular rooflight that is available in a range of 14 stocked sizes for next-day delivery.

Rooflights let three times more daylight into a property than an equivalent sized vertical window, with the Lunaglaze rooflight providing a stylish and cost-effective solution for optimising the use of natural daylight. Lunaglaze is NDC’s only glass modular rooflight that has two frame options: Lunaglaze PVC and Lunaglaze ALU.

5180 Lunaglaze PVCLunaglaze PVC is a fully-sealed, double-glazed PVC and glass construction with toughened and laminated clear glass. Meanwhile, Lunaglaze ALU combines high-performance, silicone-bonded, flat-sealed glass units with a fully-welded aluminium framework. This high-quality framework is powder coated and comes in a range of RAL colours, with RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey the standard colour. It provides a clean and minimalist finish from both an interior and exterior perspective. Practically, the flush external metalwork of the ALU option also ensures efficient rainwater drainage and avoids the problem of ‘water-ponding’ that can happen with alternative rooflight designs.

 

5180 Lunaglaze ALUFor optimum performance, the unit should be installed on a pitch of between 5-15 degrees. Both frame options are available as ‘top-only’ units to sit over a weathered builder’s kerb and can be supplied as a fixed unit or in manual or electric hinged options, which are perfect for controlling ventilation, specifically for humid areas such as kitchens.

The Lunaglaze PVC and ALU units can both be supplied as a complete unit with a 150mm PVC vertical upstand, while the Lunaglaze ALU can also be supplied with either a 150mm or 300mm splayed upstand.

Lunaglaze ALU has good thermal performance with a unit U-Value of 1.24W/m2K, and the PVC option delivering a U-Value of 1.26W/m2K. Sound insulation is also excellent.

Please click here to download NDC’s Lunaglaze brochure

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