Traditional roof lanterns in Chatham
Buy traditional roof lanterns for homes in Chatham and across Kent. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your ME4 address.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Chatham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Chatham homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Chatham gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Specification sheets for consent applications
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Decorative ridge cresting and finials
Delivery and fitting in Chatham
We confirm the delivery cost and date for ME4 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Chatham can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to ME4 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Chatham
Typical guide prices for traditional roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,795–£2,095£1,496 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,695–£5,495£3,912 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 Chatham
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 in Chatham 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 Chatham
Do you make timber traditional lanterns?
Our range is aluminium and uPVC. Aluminium can be powder-coated in heritage colours that suit timber windows and doors.
Is a traditional lantern harder to clean?
There are more bars, so there are more edges for dirt to collect along. Self-cleaning glass helps, but a gentle rinse once or twice a year is still worthwhile.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Chatham?
Yes. Delivery to Chatham (ME4) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Chatham?
With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in Chatham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.