Search results for query: velux alternative

Exactly! Loft lid closed, the hot air will be trapped up there. Open it, and cool it, but in the process some of the 50C hot air will be displaced out through the hatch. Once the air currents get going, the open hatch, will cool the house. My loft is a little different, the centre section is...

The new generation range of VELUX windows are built to be a lot more energy efficient - more so than you average double glazed window - and will add a lot more daylight to your room than vertical windows. They're a great investment if you plan on spending time in the space. If you're worried...

Thanks for your replies. Could you suggest any alternatives for the rafters? I didn`t really want to spend too much if possible..as it may only be a short term venture. I cannot fully convert the loft as there is insufficient headroom..so if you advise against it, then I can save myself the...

I was going to sugest to the OP that he put some velux roof windows in to that sloped roof if he's going to be enclosing the courtyard to make it a utility roof as this will greatly cut down on the amount of natural light coming in through that window..... but it looks like I'm a little late...

We are in the middle of a large redevelopment - the property has a mansard roof (I didn't know what this was until recently). Long story short, the first floor rooms are kind of in the roof (see example pictures). The builders have put 100mm Kingspan between the rafters, and 25mm PIR on top of...

Last summer while suffering 27 degree nights in my bedroom I swore to look into ways to make the house cooler before the next summer. Could just get aircon, but wondering if there are cheaper methods. On those 27 degree nights, the outdoor temperature was actually in the low 20s, with all the...

Many thanks Blagard. 650mm is the centre measurement The roof is over a sun room - I've had the structure checked by a chippy who is happy that it will bear the weight of tiles and I have added joist hangers and brackets as 'belt and braces'! A couple of Velux windows are being...

I've recently built an extension to the house Im renovating and would like to do the easy option and stick spotlights in but due to the insulation and looking a building control guidance notes this could be a little bit of an issue, everyone suggests I could get away with it or throw the wires...

alternatively, if this is too complicated for a simple estimate, how much should I expect to pay to put in a larger velux? e.g. replace the small one with a nice big one, say 94x140 (https://www.velux.co.uk/roof-window-configurator). Window and flashing is £454, about how much to remove window...

i'm using reclaimed rosemary clay tiles and possibly need to have the roof pitch lower than the 35 degree required. Its a lean-to over the kitchen 4m long x 2.5m wide. Not too sure about angle but probably anywhere from 25-35 degree. Can i use 12mm marine ply + bitumen type felt + lath +...

I thought the Viessmann tubes were made by Thermomax. I seriously doubt they would still be selling the 200/300 if they were at risk of damage. I haven't yet fitted the 100's but they do look a good alternative to tubes. I am also looking seriously at using Rmsolar and Velux again.

You have an 11 degree roof pitch with a Velux and Marley Ludlow Major tiles? First I'd question the Velux suitability for that pitch and it's debatable whether a tile exists for such a low pitch. A Ludlow Major is deffo not suitable.

A couple of years back I used some of this stuff on a couple of doors. It went on quite well and has held up really well. So I wanted to do a couple more doors, some stair banisters and the inside of a velux with it. It seems they no longer supply it? Here's the stuff I used...

The wetroom is part of a loft conversion, (in the roof) and the top of the velux window has a vent, pretty much at the top of the room, so can it be argued with building regs that it is a passive system?? John H.

Hi I have a detached chalet bungalow built in 2007, built as a chalet bungalow. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms at the back each having 2 velux windows one above the other facing rearward. Front already has a dormer. I am looking to replace the velux windows (all 4) with one dormer across...

My, how we've digressed! :lol: Anyways, back to the original question In order to comply with the Building Regulations the window should be replaced with a suitable emergency escape window. IIRC velux centre-pivot windows do not meet this requirement. This work must be notified to...

Good morning all, I have asked this question in the narrative of a separate thread but I suspect it will be missed and I could really do with an answer. I am seeking a 10 or 12mm PIR insulation board to use to reduce cold bridging in a space where there is little room for a reduction in head...

Or an aircon unit? I know you are asking for alternative but seriously. I had (and have) CWI and on a white painted, south facing aspect still cooks the house. I think with shutters, internal or external insulation, loft velux and a cross draft, combined, you may be a few degrees on either side...

This is all very useful info. I'm getting quotes for the garage conversion this week with any luck so will get the builders to look at the loft too and see if they quote the regs and changes you guys have mentioned. The smaller the stairs the better so as not to take too much room down below...