Velux Windows

Q: Can you get uPVC Velux windows?

Yes! At Estuary Windows, we install high-quality uPVC Velux windows in various colours and styles . uPVC is a versatile material and works great for Velux Windows as it is strong, durable, and easy to clean. On top of that, uPVC is highly resistant to damage, like rot or corrosion, which is particularly handy for roof windows that are exposed to the elements.

Q: Do you fit Velux windows on conservatory roofs?

At Estuary Windows, we fit all kinds of windows into conservatories, including Velux windows . Fitting Velux roof windows into conservatories works best for those with a tiled/solid roof. All of our windows come with a guarantee of quality , giving you peace of mind.

Q: Do I need planning permission for a Velux window?

Due to their slim, sleek and modern designs, you usually don't need planning permission to have a Velux window fitted to your property. However, if you are unsure please check with your local planning authority . You will only need planning permission to fit a Velux window if any of the following apply to you: - You live in a listed building or conservation area. - If your roof window will protrude 150 millimeters above the existing roofplane or exceed the highest point of your current roof. - If the window is going to be less than 1.7 meters from the floor. - The window being fitted would significantly impact the appearance of your property or the surrounding area. - If your side-facing Velux window does not have privacy glazing. Whilst in most cases planning permission is not needed for Velux windows, current building regulations must always be followed. This is to ensure that all fittings are to a high safety and energy standard. This is where Estuary Windows comes in as your professional window and double glazing experts. We have fitted, repaired, and replaced countless windows, including Velux, across Essex and we pride ourselves in delivering quality every time.

Versatile, Modern, Maximises Daylight

Modern & minimalistic

Ideal for loft conversions

Boosts airflow & ventilation

Maximises natural daylight

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What Are Velux Windows?

Optimised for modern living environments and small spaces, such as lofts and annexes
A Velux window is a modern type of window that is fitted to your property’s roof to create more natural light and ventilation. The Velux window has become increasingly popular over time as people started to convert loft spaces into usable rooms more often. However, Velux windows are great for all types of rooms ranging from bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and smaller spaces. Unlike a skylight, this roof window can be opened fully via a manual, electric or solar powered operating system so you can control the amount of ventilation coming from these windows. Natural sunlight can also be controlled when you add blinds or shutters to a Velux window, adding an extra level of comfort to your home.

What’s the difference between a Velux Window and a Skylight?
A Velux window is often a large roof window that can be opened fully as and when you want to. They are generally fitted to flat or pitched roofs and are incredibly versatile additions to homes with converted loft spaces or small rooms that need ventilation. On the other hand, skylights are often fixed and only open a small amount if at all. They are installed in the roof of your property and are better suited for places where ventilation is not needed as much, such as bringing light into a living room or upstairs landing.

Popular Velux Window Configurations

Single Velux Windows
A single Velux window is the most common type of configuration. As the name suggests, it is where a single Velux window is fitted to your roof. This is perfect for small spaces, like staircases, where you want to add more natural light.

2in1 Velux Windows
A 2in1 Velux window allows you to double the natural light with two large glass panes. The 2in1 design has a single, sleek frame with one fixed and one openable window attached. This type of Velux window is an easy way to add modern style to your room.

3in1 Velux Windows
The 3in1 Velux window creates a more panoramic view with three large window panes. This design has a fixed central window with two openable Velux windows on each side. This type of Velux window is a stunning addition to any room.

Sloping and Fixed
A sloping and fixed Velux window is designed to offer greater views whilst making your rooms much brighter. This configuration positions two windows from floor to ceiling. The fixed window is placed closer to the floor and the openable window is closer to the ceiling.

Velux Dormors
The Velux Dormor completely transforms your room by adding space with an innovative design made from Velux windows. Unlike traditional dormors, this modern design adds much more light, creating bright and airy spaces in your home.

Custom Design
Velux windows are incredibly versatile and can be positioned and designed to fit your home’s unique shape and size. You could have a duo of openable windows hung vertically or you could have them positioned to conserve our room style. The choice is yours.

Not sure which type of Velux Window fits your home?

Struggling to decide which type of Velux window works for your home? Call us today and we can run you through everything you need to know. Contact us by clicking the button below or giving us a call at 01702845142.

Why Buy Velux Windows?

Maximise Natural Light and Ventilation
Located on the roof, Velux roof windows maximise the amount of natural light in your home throughout the day, making it feel brighter and warmer for longer. They allow light to reach deeper into your room, providing twice the amount of light compared to a vertical window. When fitted with blinds, a Velux window becomes even more versatile. Adjust the amount of sunlight in your home to create softer light in rooms, making them feel warm and cosy. Velux windows also allow for superior ventilation with uninterrupted airflow coming down from the roof, which lets old, stale air disperse while cooling your home during warmer months.

A Modern but Versatile Design
Velux roof windows are incredibly versatile. In addition to their superior ventilation, they save you money by reducing the need to light rooms during the day. Depending on where they are located, they don’t take up much room, if any, making them great for small rooms. From a visual perspective, Velux windows look great with a modern design finished with large double-glazed panes of glass and slim frames.

Perfect for Small Spaces
Velux windows are perfect if you are planning to convert your loft space into a usable area or want to brighten up a small area like a staircase. Optimised for modern living requirements, a Velux roof window does not take up much, if any, room on the inside of your property, giving you more room to use every inch of space in your home. We recommend Velux windows if you want to convert your loft into a bedroom, or usable space.

Key Features

Energy Efficiency

Double-glazed Velux windows offer superior energy efficiency by reducing your need to light your home during the day, adding insulation, and keeping your home warm year-round. Our Velux windows boast effective thermal efficiency with a low U-Value of 1.0w/m2k.

Secure & Child Safe

Our Velux windows are safe and secure, offering tough glass and frames that are built to last. For added peace of mind, our Velux windows come with optional restrictors to prevent falling. Making them child-safe.

Fully Openable Windows

Velux windows create large openings, that not only create huge amounts of natural light but also allow for a consistent airflow throughout your home. In the winter, you can heat your home with the insulation added by the double glazing.

Optimised For Airflow

With added fan lights and the ability to open fully, Velux windows allow you to quickly cool your home and disperse stagnant air. Leaving your home feeling fresh year-round.

Brightens Your Home

Adding a Velux roof window is one of the best ways to add natural light to your home. As light will be coming from the roof, it will reach deeper into your room making your spaces feel brighter, warmer, and cosier.

Perfect For Small Spaces

If you’re looking to convert a loft, make use of a small space, or even brighten up a staircase, a Velux window is perfect for you. They take up minimal room while making it look modern and bigger at the same time.

Double & Triple Glazing

Choose from single, double, or triple-glazing windows. Double Glazing is the most popular choice across all of our products to create a stylish and secure home. Double Glazing is simply two panes of glass with a thin layer of colourless and odourless gas sealed between them. This provides excellent thermal insulation which keeps your home warm and cosy, as well as saving you money on your energy bills! The airtight seal between the window panes also prevents condensation and moisture build-up so your home won’t suffer from damp and mould.

Double glazing is a versatile choice for your home that can be installed in all types of windows including casement, sash, and bay windows as well as in all of our doors and our glass conservatory roofs.

Excellent Thermal Insulation

Reduce Your Energy Bills

Increased Security

No Condensation, Dampness, or Mould

Reduce Noise Pollution

Stylish in Both Modern and Traditional Homes

Triple Glazing

First popularised in Scandinavia, Triple Glazing consists of three layers of glass with two sealed layers of colourless and ourderless gas between them. This provides twice the protection against cold air from the outside and twice the benefits of Double Glazing across the board.

Benefits

Triple Glazing has the superior energy efficiency rating of all our products, boasting an A++rating compared to the A-A+ rating of double glazing. Not only does this keep your home warm and reduce your energy bills but it also helps to keep your home cooler in the summer months.

Velux Window Repairs & Replacements

Is your Velux Window cracked, leaking, having condensation issues, or in dire need of replacement? If so Estuary Windows is here to help.
Despite being incredibly robust, even Velux Windows may need repair or replacement after a while. With over 30 years of experience, we have seen it all. We pride ourselves on being able to fix any problem. From window leaks to frame repairs or complete replacements, if there is a solution we will find it. You can count on us to breathe life back into your Velux windows making them as good as new.

Easy As One, Two, Three!

Getting a double-glazing installation shouldn’t be difficult. That’s why at Estuary Windows we are as adaptable as you need us to be to ensure you get the best double glazing that fits your home’s needs.

Contact Us

Drop us a line at 07862 038351, where we will discuss initial pricing, job details, and any questions you may have. Here we will also arrange a date to come and meet you, price up, and confirm any details about how we can meet your needs.

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After looking at what installations you require, we will be able to provide you with a detailed quote. Once you are satisfied, we will arrange a date to start working on your property.

Installation

We will begin the installation on the date and time you agree. The timings for completing the work will depend on the installations you have.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you get uPVC Velux windows?

Yes! At Estuary Windows, we install high-quality uPVC Velux windows in various colours and styles. uPVC is a versatile material and works great for Velux Windows as it is strong, durable, and easy to clean. On top of that, uPVC is highly resistant to damage, like rot or corrosion, which is particularly handy for roof windows that are exposed to the elements.

Do you fit Velux windows on conservatory roofs?

At Estuary Windows, we fit all kinds of windows into conservatories, including Velux windows. Fitting Velux roof windows into conservatories works best for those with a tiled/solid roof. All of our windows come with a guarantee of quality, giving you peace of mind.

Do I need planning permission for a Velux window?

Due to their slim, sleek and modern designs, you usually don’t need planning permission to have a Velux window fitted to your property. However, if you are unsure please check with your local planning authority.

You will only need planning permission to fit a Velux window if any of the following apply to you:
– You live in a listed building or conservation area.
– If your roof window will protrude 150 millimeters above the existing roofplane or exceed the highest point of your current roof.
– If the window is going to be less than 1.7 meters from the floor.
– The window being fitted would significantly impact the appearance of your property or the surrounding area.
– If your side-facing Velux window does not have privacy glazing.

Whilst in most cases planning permission is not needed for Velux windows, current building regulations must always be followed. This is to ensure that all fittings are to a high safety and energy standard. This is where Estuary Windows comes in as your professional window and double glazing experts. We have fitted, repaired, and replaced countless windows, including Velux, across Essex and we pride ourselves in delivering quality every time.

Are Velux windows double-glazed?

All of our Velux windows are double-glazed, giving your home various benefits from increased energy efficiency and insulation to sound dampening. We also offer triple-glazing on Velux windows which provides you with twice the benefits of double-glazing and has an A++ rating.

What is a Velux window’s energy rating?

Velux windows’ energy ratings are measured by U-values (also known as thermal transmittance values). These measure how well a window resists heat loss. Lower U values indicate higher energy efficiency and less heat loss through the window.

U values for Velux roof windows can vary between products. Generally, a Velux window’s U value is quite low and is on average around 1.1 W/m²K, which in layman’s terms is very energy efficient. If you are looking for an energy-efficient window, Velux is a great choice. They are designed to emphasize energy efficiency and can be fitted with double or triple-glazing. On top of that, Velux uses ThermoTechnology to increase the overall efficiency of the window.

Do Velux windows reduce noise?

Yes, Velux windows do reduce noise from the outside. When fitted with sound-reducing glazing options, Velux windows offer up to 44db of sound reduction depending on the model chosen. Adding triple glazing to your new Velux window will enhance this even further with higher levels of sound insulation.

Are Velux windows easy to clean?

Velux windows are easy to clean. Designed with a unique rotating and tilting mechanism, Velux windows can be cleaned quickly from within your home. The tilting mechanism allows the sash to tilt 180 degrees, allowing comfortable access to the outer panes for an easy clean, no ladders or special equipment are needed. Many Velux windows come with self-cleaning glazing, which is a special coating designed to minimise the amount of direct cleaning required.

Can you put a Velux window on any roof?

A Velux window can be installed on the majority of roofs that you can find on domestic dwellings in the UK. For safety, your roof must be strong enough to support the weight of the window itself. This type of window can be fitted onto flat roofs as well as pitched roofs up to a 90-degree angle.