whole frame, and not just the glass unit.


WILL LOCATION AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF MY ROOFLIGHT? If your project is located near to the coast or in an area of high pollution, it can make a difference to the lifespan of your rooight. This is particularly important if you are looking at installing a metal rooight; always opt for 1 stainless steel. This may cost more initially, however you can be sure that your rooight is protected, and will not rust. It is worth noting that mild and carbon steel rooights rely heavily on the coating to prevent rust, so these are likely to require significantly more maintenance than a stainless alternative.


WHAT ARE THE RULES & REGULATIONS THAT APPLY TO INSTALLING ROOFLIGHTS? The first thing to consider when installing rooights is whether or not you need planning permission  especially if you live on an older property and require a conservation rooight. In some cases, planning permission may not be required if the rooights are not visible from the street and do not alter the external


the roof. If the building is listed, then it is important to consult with the local conservation officer to ensure that any proposed works are sympathetic to the building’s historic fabric.


appearance of the building. However, it is always best to check with your local planning authority before proceeding with any installation work.


After this, the next step is to ensure that the rooights meet the requirements of U Building Regulations. The regulations that are relevant to rooights include art B ire Safety, art  Conservation of uel and ower, and art  rotection from alling, Collision and Impact. art B ire Safety requires that


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rooights be designed and installed in such a way as to prevent the spread of fire. This means that they must be constructed from fire-resistant materials and that they must be installed in such a way as to maintain the integrity of


art  Conservation of uel and ower requires that rooights meet certain thermal performance standards. This means that they must be designed to prevent heat loss and reduce the need for artificial lighting during the day. If the building is listed, it may be necessary to use specialist conservation rooights which are designed to replicate the historic appearance of the original rooights. art  rotection from alling, Collision and Impact requires that rooights be designed and installed in such a way as to prevent people from falling through them or being injured by them. This means that they must be strong enough to withstand the weight of a person, and that they must be designed to prevent people from slipping or tripping on them.


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