Project Types and Orientation

Working out what kind of light is right

A south-facing window will capture the most sunlight during the day, whereas a north-facing window will receive no direct sunlight at all – but it will still capture a constant reflected light throughout the day. An east-facing window will catch the rising sun, and a west-facing window will capture sunlight from early afternoon onwards. Once you’ve worked out all of these factors for your project, you’ll be able to make the most of our roof windows by placing them in such a way that they help you to maximise the available light.

In a loft scenario

Before you begin construction, think about where you want the light to fall in the room. Above a desk, perhaps? Make sure you position your roof windows in the best possible place to achieve what you need.

There are a number of daylight solutions available for loft conversions. Simply think about your roof pitch and roofing material, then consider the size and shape of your loft space. This will help you decide how many roof windows you need to install and where to put them.

For open ceilings

For ceilings that slope to the roofline, there are limitless combinations for creating your own light-filled room.

You simply choose the type of roof windows you want and decide where you want to put them. It’s worth considering what kind of light you want before you start construction. Strong, variable light throughout the day? Position your roof window on a south-facing roof. Constant, indirect light – perhaps for a home office? Place your roof window on a sloping north-facing roof.

Create a light shaft

If you have an upstairs or single-storey room with a flat ceiling, you can construct a light shaft to cut through the loft and let light into the room below.

On a flat roof

Our flat roof windows are perfect for existing flat roofs or flat roof extensions, bringing daylight and drama to the area below. There is also a VELUX INTEGRA^® electric version so you can let in fresh air at the touch of a button.

For practical advice on selecting the flat roof for your project visit
www.velux.co.uk/products/flat-roof

Atrium

Just because you have a flat roof doesn’t mean you are restricted. Why not create a stunning feature by using a combination of our roof windows to create an atrium.

Use a sun tunnel

A sun tunnel lets natural light into even the smallest, darkest internal corridors and cupboards.

For practical advice on selecting the right tunnel for your project visit www.velux.co.uk