Contemporary roof lanterns in Hounslow
Planning an extension in Hounslow? A contemporary 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 contemporary roof lantern for Hounslow
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Contemporary roof lanterns for Hounslow homes
Slim frames, fewer bars and a lower profile for a cleaner view of the sky.
Winter daylight in Hounslow lasts about 7h 50m, against 16h 38m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Lower profile from the garden
- Slim profile suits anthracite and black
- Larger glass units between bars
Delivery and fitting in Hounslow
Delivery to TW3 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 Hounslow before quoting.
Delivery to TW3 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Contemporary roof lantern prices for Hounslow
Guide prices for common contemporary roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,395–£1,695£1,162 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,695–£1,995£1,412 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,095–£2,495£1,746 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,395–£5,095£3,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Hounslow
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.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Hounslow 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 Hounslow
Is a contemporary lantern the same as a flat rooflight?
No. A contemporary lantern still has sloping glass and a ridge or apex; it simply has slimmer frames and fewer bars. A flat rooflight is a single, nearly flat pane of glass on an upstand.
Are contemporary lanterns weaker?
They are engineered for the sizes they are sold in. That is exactly why their maximum sizes are often smaller: the frame is slimmer, so each range has its own limits.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Hounslow?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Hounslow gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Hounslow?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.