Black roof lanterns in Stornoway
Planning an extension in Stornoway? A black roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.
Price a black roof lantern for Stornoway
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Black roof lanterns for Stornoway homes
RAL 9005 jet black for crisp contrast and steel-look interiors.
At 58.21°N, Stornoway sees roughly 6h 24m of daylight in late December and 18h 15m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Black or white inside
- Usually no surcharge as a stock colour
- Sharp contrast against sky and ceiling
Delivery and fitting in Stornoway
Delivery to HS1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Stornoway before quoting.
Delivery to HS1 is by arrangement, as it falls in a Highlands, islands or remote postcode district. We confirm the cost and date on your quote before you order.
Black roof lantern prices for Stornoway
Guide prices for common black roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from | 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 |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in black. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Stornoway
In Scotland, energy standards come from Section 6 of the domestic Technical Handbook, and most extensions need a building warrant before work starts.
Planning in Scotland follows the Scottish permitted development order; your council confirms whether your lantern needs consent.
Building regulations in Stornoway are checked by your local authority building standards (verifier) service. Some like-for-like replacement work does not need a building warrant but must still meet the building standards. Your council's building standards service can confirm.
Sources: Building standards technical handbooks, gov.scot · Do I need planning permission?, mygov.scot
Questions from Stornoway
Does black get hotter?
The frame surface does, but the effect on the room is small next to the choice of glass.
Will black fade?
Quality powder coatings are designed for UK weather. Matt finishes may show a slight sheen change over many years.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Stornoway?
Your local authority building standards (verifier) service. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Stornoway?
With the midsummer sun about 55.2° high at noon, roof glass in Stornoway gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.