The difference is daylight Top 10 tips for creating a lighter, brighter extension

The difference between more space...

VELUX

roof windows

Building an extension is a fantastic way to create extra space in your home.

In the same way an extension can transform your home,

VELUX® roof windows can bring more natural daylight

in to transform your extension.

Roof windows can let in twice as much daylight* as

vertical windows of the same size – making that new

room feel even more spacious, and providing you and

your family with a more comfortable home environment.

So with that in mind, here are our top 10 tips to help you

create your stunningly light, bright and airy extension.

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...and a more inspiring space

VELUX

roof windows

Building an extension is a fantastic way to create extra space in your home.

In the same way an extension can transform your home,

VELUX® roof windows can bring more natural daylight

in to transform your extension.

Roof windows can let in twice as much daylight* as

vertical windows of the same size – making that new

room feel even more spacious, and providing you and

your family with a more comfortable home environment.

So with that in mind, here are our top 10 tips to help you

create your stunningly light, bright and airy extension.

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1 Think about how daylight enters your home

When building your extension, bi-fold or patio doors,

and any vertical windows, are usually further away from

your original room. That often means natural daylight,

even on the brightest of days, can’t penetrate very far into

your home. Too often, that original room has to rely on

artificial lighting to brighten up the gloom.

By using VELUX roof windows, you can bring even more

natural daylight deeper into your home.

Our roof windows can bring in twice as much daylight*

as vertical windows of the same size, and this makes the

whole room feel brighter, larger and more welcoming.

Making natural light work for you

Using VELUX roof windows brings daylight deep into your living space

See the difference yourself at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

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Including natural daylight from the outset

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Read more at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

“ To truly maximise daylight’s potential, you need an integrated approach to design.”

“ Consideration should be given to the

size and shape of the building, its sitting

(the direction it is facing, as well as the

exact location), and the climate of the

area, as well as the actual building

components, such as windows and

roof windows. The earlier you consider

daylight in a building project, the better.”

Sarah Beeney Property and DIY expert, presenter of Property Ladder,

Britain’s Best Home and Double the House for Half the Money

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2 Realise your room’s full daylight potential

Light coloured walls reflect daylight into darker areas

The more roof windows you install (and the bigger

they are), the more natural daylight you will enjoy in

your new extension.

More than just the quantity, the positioning of your

roof windows will also affect the stream of light.

So make sure you speak to your architect or builder

about making the most of the daylight in your extension.

As well as considering how and where daylight enters,

the internal finishes you incorporate are also important.

Light-coloured walls, ceilings and floors all bounce

and reflect daylight into areas that might normally

be quite dark.

Being clever with design

“ There are so many ways of

maximising daylight, from

every facet of the envelope of

the building. But each method

of bringing in light creates

a very different ambience,

so consider this carefully

when planning your home”

Maximising Daylight In Design

Read the full article at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

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Ensuring you’ve got proper and adequate ventilation

in your newly extended space is another hugely

important consideration when planning your extension.

Well designed, natural ventilation replaces stuffy,

stale air with fresh air from the outside, which makes

for a more comfortable environment. It also helps

the flow of cooler air through the house, which

reduces overheating.

If you are using your new extension as a kitchen then

proper, effective ventilation is even more important.

VELUX roof windows can help you create a more

comfortable indoor climate and a space you and your

family will want to spend time in.

The difference fresh air can make

3 Maximising your ventilation

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See our full range of roof windows at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

Enjoy fresh, clean air in your new extension

4 Flat roof extensions need natural daylight too

Download our interactive online brochure at brochures.velux.co.uk

If you’re building a flat roof extension, then daylight and fresh air should be key

elements of your design.

Our flat roof window range includes the stylish new flat glass roof window –

perfect for a single-storey extension, and suitable for roof pitches between

5° and 15°.

If your roof pitch is below 5° then we’d recommend our flat roof dome.

If you choose the automatic VELUX INTEGRA® version, then not only do you

get the natural daylight and fresh air your extension needs, but it’s all at the

touch of a button.

Extending the possibilities

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5 Creating a more comfortable extension

Our wide range of VELUX INTEGRA® solar and electric

roof windows are ideal for those out of reach spots,

giving you a smarter and simpler way to add more

daylight and more fresh air to your extension.

At the touch of a button your windows can be set to the

best position for ventilation that suits you. Programme

your roof windows to open or close at any time of the

day, and our built-in automatic rain sensors will close the

roof windows during bad weather.

If you choose electric blinds for your extension, then they

can be added to the VELUX INTEGRA® control pad.

Be in complete control of your new living environment

Find out more about VELUX INTEGRA® roof windows at

velux.co.uk/products/home-automation

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“ When it comes to investing in your home, daylight is the safest bet you can make.”

Tom Dyckhoff Architecture expert, critic, writer and presenter of The Secret Life of Buildings,

Saving Britain’s Past and I Love Carbuncles.

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6 More white means more light

VELUX white-painted roof windows help reflect even

more daylight into your extension. They also complement

other white windows in your property, creating a smart,

contemporary and unified look.

That’s why our roof windows come with two different

white finishes to suit your needs:

• White Painted – our white-painted finish gives a

stylish and natural look that’s perfect for living room

and dining room extensions.

• White Polyurethane – a wooden core encased in

a special polyurethane coating for a durable and

moisture-resistant finish. Ideal for humid rooms such

as kitchens and bathrooms.

Remember, flat roof extensions need daylight too!

Our roof window range includes stylish new flat glass

roof windows – perfect for single-storey extensions.

Where style meets function

VELUX white-painted roof windows bring a fresh, modern touch to any living space

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7 Stay in control of light, heat and privacy

VELUX roof windows bring warmth and light into

your extension. Controlling these elements is key to

creating an ideal indoor climate and optimum comfort.

Our range of blinds and shutters allow you to take

complete control of the amount of light, heat and

privacy in your extension.

VELUX awning blinds are easily installed to the outside

of your roof window and diffuse the sun’s rays before

they hit the pane.

You can also match the soft interiors of your

extension to our soft drape Roman blinds. VELUX

blinds can also be a great choice for the design of

your kitchen, with our easy-to-clean Venetian blinds.

“ Having a house flooded with daylight is wonderful, but you need the means to control it.” Sarah Beeney

You can view our full range of blinds, and order your selection at velux.co.uk/blinds-shop

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8 Making your extension a comfortable place of peace and calm

A new extension can be whatever you want it to be.

A dining room, new living room, family room or open

plan kitchen.

Whatever function your new space takes, VELUX roof

windows can help make the space more comfortable,

peaceful and calm.

There are several glazing options available to suit your

specific needs.

If you live near a motorway, airport or any other loud

area, then consider VELUX enhanced noise reduction

glazing.

For a comfortable and energy efficient indoor climate,

where you optimise heat gain and minimise heat loss,

consider VELUX energy efficiency glazing.

Feel, hear and see the difference

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Explore your glazing options at www.velux.co.uk/glazing

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9 Be inspired!

Case study: Kentish Town

“ We’re constantly struck by the sense of space.”

With the arrival of their three children, the Voadens’

home in North West London felt a little cramped.

It was a difficult decision – move to a bigger house,

or renovate their much loved family home.

With the help of Martins Camisuli Architects, Tania and

Mike Voadens decided to create a larger, brighter, open

plan kitchen/living room at the back of their property.

VELUX centre-pivot roof windows in a white

polyurethane finish allowed for the maximum amount

of daylight and fresh air to enter the home – whilst

keeping the look clean and contemporary throughout.

Tania explains, “Every time we come home now, we’re

constantly struck by the sense of space, and being

bathed in seasonal daylight. When I get in from work

I can prepare food in natural light, rather than in the

shadowy recess of our old kitchen.”

Read full case study and watch a film of this extension

project at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

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Case study: Knebworth

“ We spend a lot of time in this room now.”

When Suzanne Andrea purchased her semi-detached

property in picturesque Knebworth, she had more than

enough space.

Nine years on and married with two children, like many

homeowners she needs her house to change to suit her

new needs.

The family decided to knock down the garage and build

an extension to create a big, open plan kitchen and

dining room, utility room and office for Suzanne and her

husband to share.

Three VELUX roof windows were installed to flood the

entire space with natural light.

Which, according to Suzanne, has changed family life.

Download the full case study from

www.velux.co.uk/extensions

“ We spend a lot of time in this room

now, as we love the feeling of being

surrounded by so much natural light.

Our VELUX windows really brighten

the entire space and it benefits from

all that natural ventilation too.”

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Take the next step…We hope we’ve given you lots of inspiration and ideas

on how adding more natural daylight with VELUX

roof windows can make a world of difference to your

extension. Even if you already have an extension,

they are a simple way to transform your extra space.

To help you take the next step, find:

• Useful information, including an online budget planner

• Product brochures

• Where to buy your VELUX roof windows

• Your local VELUX Certified Installers

at velux.co.uk/extensions

Alternatively you can call 01592 778 225 or

01 848 8775 and one of our experienced advisers

will be happy to chat through your project with you.

Lines are open 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday.

27*Source: VELUX Knowledge Centre for Daylight, Energy and Indoor Climate (DEIC). Daylight, Energy and Indoor Climate Basic Book 3rd edition December 2014.

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“ I believe the best way to brief your architect is to tell them how you want to live”

“ It is a tough decision because

money spent on design can feel

like money not being spent on

the project. This is wrong. Good

architects and designers will provide

you with an incredible service that

will add great value to the rest of

your budget.”

Charlie Luxton Architectural designer, sustainability expert,

presenter of Building The Dream, Build a

New Life In The Country and Best House

On The Street

Read more at www.velux.co.uk/extensions

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10 The earlier you plan for more light, the better

We can’t stress enough how important it is to bring in a good

professional as early as possible. Not only will they steer your

project from start to finish, and work within your budget to

help you get the extension you want, but they’ll also come up

with ideas that you might not have considered.

Here’s a quick checklist of things to consider before you start.

Work out your budgetSounds obvious but it’s vital to look at all aspects of your

project and work out how much you have to spend. You should

allow a 15% contingency to cover any surprises.

Find professional helpAsk friends and family for a recommendation of an architect

or builder – you should then check to see whether or not

they’ve got past experience with home extension projects.

Finding an architect: architecture.com

Finding a builder: fmb.org.uk

checkatrade.com

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Planning permissionEnsure you understand the relevant planning rules

that apply to your area.

You can get help at: planningportal.gov.uk

scotland.gov.uk

Building regulationsYou might need to submit drawings to your local Building Control

Department to ensure your extension meets building regulations

and that it’s safe and legal. If you’re making any major structural

changes to your property, like knocking down a wall, then you may

also need to undertake a structural survey.

Set a time frameThis will help you manage your expectations and, more importantly,

your budget. It’ll also help the professionals you’re dealing with.

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Glenrothes

Fife

Scotland

KY7 4ND

Tel: 01592 778 225

Fax: 01592 776 980

sales@velux.co.uk

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