Different Types Of Roof Light Lanterns

Do you want to bring bright light into your home and at the same time create a beautiful visual feature? A roof lantern is a genius idea and we will assist you in determining which one is ideal for you in this article. 

You may have an extension with a flat roof, but who said your rooflights have to be horizontal too? From dining rooms to bathrooms, bedrooms to lofts, roof lanterns are the perfect way to give small spaces a mighty impact and make your home feel lots more airy and spacious. 

While they definitely add a unique factor to any house, roof lanterns still perform a functional role. While providing spectacular and spacious views of the sky above, they can increase ceilings and enhance ventilation. 

The type of roof lantern you want is important to take into account, as each one is unique. All of the shelf depth, beam dimension and hip shape will have an effect on how your rooflights installation will look, and in order to meet your specifications, we will make them to any size and pitch. 

Rectangle:

For a roof lantern, this is the classic and timeless shape, echoing a sense of the long and rectangular Victorian conservatories and greenhouses from which the modern orangery has developed. 

A rectangular roof lantern can run the length of your space, make a real impact and turn it into a bright and spacious place. They can be excellent for fitting a whole open plan space along the length, creating flow and helping to link the different areas, or for defining paths in larger spaces. 

Square: 

Sitting central in the very middle of the ceiling, a square roof lantern has a neat, symmetrical and modern appearance. They’re a more unique option for homeowners who might be looking for something a little different to the usual rectangular shape. This square shape rooflights can also be ideal for Ultraframe Conservatory.

It’s obvious to say that they are best suited for smaller or square shaped ceilings, but they can also be handy for drawing natural light down into a singular zone of the room below, such as a seating area or a dining space. Hanging a pendant light from the central point of the lantern, perhaps over a kitchen island or a living area, can be a very effective trick. Square roof lanterns also work well fitted above staircases, bathrooms or hallways. Smaller square roof lanterns can be ideal if you want them to subtly contribute to a room, rather than fitting a larger and more dominating rectangular one. 

Octagonal: 

Octagonal roof lanterns bring a sense of grandeur to your room, sometimes giving the impression of a dome structure from the inside. This is an ideal design if you want to create an impact while letting in plenty of light from all angles into a room. Octagonal roof lanterns are ideal for circular or polygonal rooms that are often found in period homes with towers or turrets. 

Cupola:

For larger estates, you might require a roof lantern with a more impressive structure in order to help it proportionally stand out. A two-tier octagonal roof lantern with a cupola positioned on top is the most opulent design of all, and commands attention while giving a lot of extra height inside. 

These roof lanterns can look particularly striking fitted in opulent and grand historical homes, but by keeping the lines and detailing simple you can still achieve a contemporary look.