Anthracite grey roof lanterns in Urmston
Order anthracite grey roof lanterns for delivery to Urmston and nearby Stretford and Sale. Every lantern is checked against your measurements before it is ordered, and the price on your quote is fixed for the specification shown; any extra work is agreed with you first.
Price an anthracite grey roof lantern for Urmston
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Anthracite grey roof lanterns for Urmston homes
RAL 7016 anthracite grey, a widely chosen colour to match grey doors and windows.
On the shortest day Urmston gets about 7h 29m of daylight, with the sun only 13.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Any other RAL grey on request
- Usually no surcharge as a stock colour
- Matt or textured finishes
Delivery and fitting in Urmston
We confirm the delivery cost and date for M41 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Urmston before quoting.
Delivery to M41 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Anthracite grey roof lantern prices for Urmston
Guide prices for common anthracite grey roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £1,995–£2,295£1,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in anthracite grey. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Urmston
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Urmston are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.
Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal
Questions from Urmston
Will anthracite get hot in the sun?
Dark frames absorb more heat than white, but lantern frames are designed for it. The bigger effect on room temperature is the glass, which is why solar-control glass matters on south-facing roofs.
Does anthracite show dirt?
Less than white. Dust and pollen are more visible on dark gloss finishes, which is why most grey lanterns use a matt or textured finish.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Urmston?
With the midsummer sun about 60.0° high at noon, roof glass in Urmston gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Urmston?
Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.