Anthracite grey roof lanterns in Thornton-Cleveleys
Choosing an anthracite grey roof lantern for a house in Thornton-Cleveleys? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to FY5.
Price an anthracite grey roof lantern for Thornton-Cleveleys
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Anthracite grey roof lanterns for Thornton-Cleveleys homes
RAL 7016 anthracite grey, a widely chosen colour to match grey doors and windows.
At 53.87°N, Thornton-Cleveleys sees roughly 7h 24m of daylight in late December and 17h 07m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Matches most grey bifold and sliding doors
- Usually no surcharge as a stock colour
- Matt or textured finishes
Delivery and fitting in Thornton-Cleveleys
We confirm the delivery cost and date for FY5 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for FY5 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to FY5 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Anthracite grey roof lantern prices for Thornton-Cleveleys
What anthracite grey roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,095–£4,795£3,412 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 Thornton-Cleveleys
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.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in Thornton-Cleveleys 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 Thornton-Cleveleys
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.
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Thornton-Cleveleys?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for FY5.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Thornton-Cleveleys?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.