Bespoke roof lanterns from Rooflights Roof Lanterns are fully customised to fit your home perfectly, manufactured to your exact specifications as though designed into the build from the very start.

Yes. Bespoke roof lanterns feature double or triple glazing to minimise heat transfer, thermal breaks in the framework to reduce energy loss, and optional low-emissivity coatings to prevent summer overheating.

Bespoke roof lanterns flood your home with natural light, lowering energy bills, boosting kerb appeal and market value, and opening up exciting new interior décor possibilities.

Yes. Bespoke roof lanterns can be fitted with manually or electronically opening windows. Hot air escapes through the roof, creating a natural updraft that cools your home and reduces air conditioning use.

Most roof lanterns fall under permitted development, requiring no planning permission. However, permission may be needed if the lantern exceeds the roofline, or for Listed buildings and conservation areas.

We don't currently offer installation, but all our bespoke roof lanterns include comprehensive installation instructions. We recommend using a contractor and can provide referrals upon request.

Only the customer can answer this question. Yes, it will cost slightly more for a bespoke roof lantern, with the vast majority of customers feeling the investment is well-worth the price. If you have questions, contact RLRL.

Sometimes, due to the shape of the roof, a homeowner has little choice but to opt for a bespoke roof lantern. In other cases, the homeowner will choose a bespoke roof lantern to satisfy a particular aesthetic, or to help activate a particular look.

The simple answer is yes, but within reason, of course. Bespoke roof lanterns allow for massive flexibility in terms of height, width and length, but that flexibility is not endless.

Common materials include aluminium, stainless steel and wood. These materials are often combined with high-performance glazing. Ultimately, the materials you choose will depend on the look, structural needs and thermal requirements of the project.

Of course. And it's not entirely by the intention of the homeowner. Modern roof lanterns - including bespoke roof lanterns - are subject to current UK building codes that dictate energy-efficiency, including U-values and more.

Yes. In fact, most bespoke roof lanterns are designed specifically for flat roofs, particularly those on extensions and those over kitchens and over orangeries. They can be designed for low-pitched roofs as well.

While they sometimes fall under "permitted development", their custom nature may get the attention of the local council, who will insist on having a say in the project. We recommend that you voluntarily contact the local council before commencing work.