Flat Rooflights
High-quality, UK-manufactured flat rooflights that offer
seamless views and maximum light from above.
seamless views and maximum light from above.
Lighten up any space with the sovu rooflight.
Our wide range of stylish flat rooflights refresh a room with sunlight,
seamlessly blending with interiors for a sophisticated look.
With a wide variety of stock sizes available, our slim and minimalistic rooflights boast market-leading performance alongside stunning aesthetics, for a rooflight that transforms spaces.
With a wide variety of stock sizes available, our slim and minimalistic rooflights boast market-leading performance alongside stunning aesthetics, for a rooflight that transforms spaces.
Benefits of Flat Rooflights
Our super-sleek flat rooflights stand out from the crowd with their
unique benefits, including:
- Slim, minimalistic framework
- Thermally-broken profile for enhanced thermal efficiency
- Marine-grade powder coating for exceptional durability
- Choice of external frame colours
- Kerb available to match
Safety
Each rooflight is fitted with toughened glass as standard, prioritising the
safety of those below.
Whether you're installing rooflights in a residential, commercial, or
industrial setting, our toughened glass panes provide an essential layer of
security. This safety feature makes our rooflights perfect for areas with
high foot traffic, busy workplaces, or any space where safety is
paramount.
Contemporary Design
Enjoy stylish, contemporary design with our minimalistic
framework, maximising the light entering a property for
beautiful spaces.
Not only does this enhance natural light into your living areas, but also elevates space to make your home feel bigger, brighter and more spacious.
Not only does this enhance natural light into your living areas, but also elevates space to make your home feel bigger, brighter and more spacious.
Experts in quality glass,
Rooflights & Roof Lanterns
UK Manufacturing
Each of our products are carefully handcrafted in our South Yorkshire factory, by our team of dedicated industry experts. Bringing super-fast delivery timescales and excellent quality.
Ultra-Safe
At UK RoofLights, we believe in the importance of safety. Not only are our products designed to meet the highest security and safety standards on the market, but they are also rigorously tested for extra peace of mind.
Specialist Solutions
With made-to-measure and stock sizes available for all our products, our team go above and beyond to create the perfect solution for you, with limited restrictions.
Exclusive Trade Portal
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Stock Sizes
Our flat rooflights are available in a variety of stock sizes, creating
a variety of square and rectangular shapes to suit your unique
space, including:
- 600 x 600 mm
- 750 x 750 mm
- 900 x 600 mm
- 900 x 900 mm
- 1000 x 1000 mm
- 1200 x 600 mm
- 1200 x 900 mm
- 1200 x 1200 mm
- 1500 x 1000 mm
- 2000 x 1500 mm
Made-to-measure sizings also available upon request. Each rooflight can also be ordered in a choice of either Anthracite
Grey (RAL 7016) or Black (RAL 9005) for the external frame colour.
Frequently asked Questions
A roof light is a window installed in a roof or ceiling to allow natural daylight into a building from above. Often used in extensions, loft conversions, and flat roofs, roof lights help brighten up interior spaces that may not have access to traditional wall windows.
In most cases, you don’t need planning permission to install a roof light, as it typically falls under permitted development rights. However, the roof light must not project more than 150mm from the roof slope, must be no higher than the highest part of the roof, and must not obscure any existing windows. If your property is in a conservation area, a listed building, or subject to specific restrictions, you may need to apply for permission. It's always best to check with your local planning authority to be sure.
The number of roof lights you need depends on the size and layout of your space, as well as how much natural light you want to let in. A general rule is to aim for roof glazing that covers around 15-20% of the room’s floor area to achieve a bright, well-lit environment. Larger or darker rooms may benefit from multiple smaller roof lights instead of one large one, helping to distribute light more evenly.
Roof lights come in a wide range of sizes to suit different spaces and requirements. Here at UK Rooflights, we offer bespoke options tailored to your exact measurements. Whether you need a small unit or a large one to brighten an extension, there’s a roof light size to match your project.
Walking on a roof light is generally not recommended unless it is specifically designed as walk-on glass. Standard roof lights are made to allow light through and may not support the weight of a person, which could lead to serious injury or damage. However, walk-on roof lights are built with reinforced glass to safely bear foot traffic, making them suitable for areas like roof terraces.
Modern roof lights made with high-quality double or triple glazing and proper insulation significantly reduce rain noise. The design and installation also play a big role—well-fitted roof lights help to minimise sound, making rain noise barely noticeable indoors.
Yes, flat roof lights are safe when manufactured to high standards, like ours here at UK Rooflights. They are designed to withstand impact, weather conditions, and meet and exceed building regulations.
Yes, a flat roof light typically lets in more natural light compared to traditional vertical windows because it is installed horizontally on the roof, allowing sunlight to enter directly from above. This positioning captures daylight throughout the day, even when the sun is low, making flat roof lights an excellent option for brightening up darker rooms.
