So, you’ve decided to buy a rooflight for your home, but are unsure what size to go for. Follow this handy guide for our top advice on choosing the right fit.
Rooflights come in a range of sizes; for example, we can supply you with rooflights ranging from 600mmx600mm all the way to 1500mmx1500mm and everything in between. So how can you sure you’ve chosen the right rooflight size for your DIY project?
Where will your rooflight be positioned?
The first thing you’ll no doubt think about is where your new rooflight will be positioned in your property. Kitchens, loft conversions and living rooms are all popular choices for rooflight and skylight installations, however, you should consider the greenhouse effect you could cause with a larger rooflight in certain areas.
For example, apart from your bathroom, your kitchen probably generates the most heat out of anywhere in your home. A larger rooflight can allow in up to 40% more light, and therefore heat, than a normal window of the same size. This could make your kitchen extremely toasty during the summer months, especially in the case of non-opening rooflights that don’t offer the option of ventilation.
When to avoid going too small
Whilst going too big can be a potential issue, choosing a rooflight that is too small is also a problem that clients often make. In many cases, you’ll be investing in a new rooflight to make a statement, and a rooflight that’s too small can lack the visual impact you’re after and won’t provide you with enough light for a larger room.
However, when considering a larger rooflight for an extension or conversion, it’s important to research if you’re covered under Building Regulations to carry out the installation. This is because larger rooflights could contain an amount of glass that is considered too heavy for your roof and cause a health and safety hazard.
We have a huge range of rooflight sizing options available to suit all requirements. Browse our rooflights today!
