Black roof lanterns in Lancashire
We supply black roof lanterns across Lancashire, from Preston to the smaller towns, priced to your kerb size and delivered to your site.
Get a price in Lancashire
Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.
Choosing black roof lanterns in Lancashire
RAL 9005 jet black for crisp contrast and steel-look interiors.
Across Lancashire, the shortest day brings around 7h 25m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 59.7° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.
- Matt and fine-texture finishes
- Black or white inside
- Pairs with steel-look screens and doors
- Usually no surcharge as a stock colour
Delivery and fitting in Lancashire
Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.
Black roof lantern prices
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 |
| 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 black. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations in Lancashire
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
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 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
Black roof lanterns in Lancashire: questions
Does black get hotter?
The frame surface does, but the effect on the room is small next to the choice of glass.
Is a black lantern too dark inside?
The frame is a small part of what you see; the glass dominates. Black frames inside create a graphic grid that many people like. If you want a softer look, choose white inside.
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 Lancashire?
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.
Black roof lanterns by town in Lancashire
- Black roof lanterns in Accrington
- Black roof lanterns in Blackburn
- Black roof lanterns in Blackpool
- Black roof lanterns in Burnley
- Black roof lanterns in Chorley
- Black roof lanterns in Colne
- Black roof lanterns in Darwen
- Black roof lanterns in Fleetwood
- Black roof lanterns in Lancaster
- Black roof lanterns in Leyland
- Black roof lanterns in Lytham St Annes
- Black roof lanterns in Morecambe
- Black roof lanterns in Nelson
- Black roof lanterns in Ormskirk
- Black roof lanterns in Preston
- Black roof lanterns in Rawtenstall
- Black roof lanterns in Skelmersdale
- Black roof lanterns in Thornton-Cleveleys