38 BUILDING FABRIC - ROOFING & CLADDING
over-exposure to smart phones occurs, has been shown to interrupt sleep patterns.
IMPROVING VENTILATION Ventilation is also vital within the home. Installing roof windows can help reduce the levels of airborne pollutants and moisture indoors – if rooms are not vented sufficiently, mould can develop and condensation issues may arise. Some roof windows are equipped to
should be at least 15 to 20 per cent of the total floor area for the brightest results.
WELLBEING
A lack of vitamin D can cause bones to become soft and weak, and this can lead to bone abnormalities. Although the human body creates vitamin D from direct sunlight while outdoors, it is equally important to maximise your exposure to natural light even when you are indoors. Research has shown that exposure to natural sunlight can also have a powerful effect on an individual’s mood. Changes in atmospheric light targets the pineal gland, responsible for the hormones serotonin and melatonin. The body produces more serotonin when exposed to a higher level of natural light, but also excretes more melatonin as the sun sets. Residing in dark rooms with unnatural illumination, or where
help, with ventilation air inlets built in to maintain good air quality and thermal comfort. Poor ventilation can lead to potential health issues, including shortness of breath, headaches and fatigue. We all tend to spend a lot of time indoors, especially in the chilly winter months, so it is important to create a fresh and healthy environment throughout the year, contributing to a happier lifestyle and general wellbeing.
Comfort and warmth are large factors of
our ‘internal’ lifestyles, so it is essential to control odours, regulate heat and conden- sation while generating opportunities to create a link to nature by letting the outside in.
TYPES OF ROOF WINDOWS
There are various styles of roof windows available across the UK market to suit
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even the most unique structures. Not only should you focus on windows that can offer great value, their aesthetics are also a key factor. Both flat and pitched roof windows can be adapted to enhance a traditionally designed project. There is no simple way of choosing the right roof window – there’s centre pivot, high pivot, balcony and top hung windows along with manual and electrically operated flat roof windows.
Roof windows can be made with multi- ple internal finishes to suit the location of the fitted window. As an example, a white polyurethane finish is often used in rooms with a higher level of humidity and moisture – e.g. a kitchen or bathroom. Alternatively, a PVCu window is often selected for its lower maintenance and weather resistance.
Products are traditionally manufactured from timber and aluminium cladding as standard, but the selection process does not end there. If you have a design in mind then it can be brought it to life by choosing a bespoke window option. There are over 200 colours available from the RAL classic palette allowing your window to become a canvas to paint; the choice is endless.
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spanning up to 40m arched or domed structures
– the Layher Keder Roof XL is lightweight and easy to install with minimal bracing requirements.
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