where an architect is introduced to the
possibilities of colour, opening styles and a
myriad of ways to deliver natural light,
excellent ventilation and design aesthetics.Aesthetics
It is important for those renovating a
property to be given the option to choose
how they would like their roof windows
to look, whether that’s structurally or
aesthetically. If you are looking to
coordinate existing external features with
your roof windows, the sky’s the limit.
Colours from the RAL classic palette can be
manufactured to your specification and
there’s your design brought to life. What if
you are looking for an alternative size?
Again, this is possible.
To continue offering unrivalled choice,
manufacturers have had to consider
consumer needs. For instance if a window
is required in a room with higher levels of
humidity, a PVCu window would be an
excellent choice. PVCu roof windows offer
low maintenance as the outer pane is
designed to be easy to clean.
Many of us spend an increasing amountof time on our smartphones; in 2018 The
Telegraphreported that 78 per cent of the
UK population spent 24 hours a week
online using mobile devices. This
has driven the need for smart home
technology, and roof windows are not
immune. Technology now enables you to
walk through your door and open your
roof windows via an app, a choice that
didn’t exist 10 years ago.
Another simple example of convenience
is the location of the handle. Roof
windows are manufactured with handles
either at the bottom for ease of operation
or along the top sash to keep out of reach
of young children.Why is choice imperative?
Should all building projects consider
alternative solutions? Well, why not, if it
is available? We believe providing you with
choice allows you to create a beautiful
masterpiece, using all of the unique
features that come with a roof window.Samantha Smith is marketing executive at
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