Replacing a Flat Roof? When Repair Becomes a Structural Alteration
Flat roof replacement building regs apply when work goes beyond minor repairs and begins to affect the thermal or s...
Read moreBlog
Blog
Natural light transforms spaces, and our bespoke rooflights and roof lanterns are designed to deliver performance, style, and daylight to homes and projects across the UK
The 150mm Projection Rule: Keeping Your Skylight Within Permitted Development
The skylight projection limit is one of the most important technical rules to understand when planning a rooflight ...
Read more
Roof lights in Designated Areas: AONB and National Park Regulations
Rooflights, often referred to as skylights, are a popular way to introduce natural light and ventilation into homes...
Read more
The Party Wall Act: Do I Need an Agreement to Install a Roof Lantern?
Roof lanterns have become an increasingly popular feature in modern home improvements, particularly within terraced...
Read more
Listed Building Consent Rooflights: Why Standard Skylights Rarely Pass
Critical consideration when introducing natural daylight into historic properties. Rooflights often referred to as...
Read more
Overcoming Glazing Limits: Using SAP Calculations for Larger Lanterns
SAP calculations for extension are essential when designing modern extensions that include large roof lanterns or e...
Read more
Do I Need Planning Permission for Rooflights? The 2026 Definitive Guide
Planning permission for rooflights is one of the most common areas of confusion for UK homeowners considering roof ...
Read more
Retrospective Planning Permission: What to Do If You Installed Without Approval
Installing a rooflight can dramatically improve natural light and ventilation within a property. However, many home...
Read more
Solar Panels and Skylights: Managing Roof Space and Regulations
As homeowners increasingly invest in renewable energy and daylight-focused design, roof space has become one of the...
Read more
Building Control vs. Planning Permission: Understanding the Difference
If you are planning building work on your home, whether that involves installing skylights, adding roof lanterns, c...
Read more
Retail Stores and Skylights: Boosting Sales with Better Lighting
Lighting is one of the most underrated tools in retail design. It influences how customers feel, how long they stay...
Read more
How Electric Roof Windows Improve Ventilation & Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality is something most UK homeowners don’t think about until it becomes a problem. From stuffy living...
Read more