Aluminium Rooflights
Our aluminium rooflights and skylights are available in a wide range of sizes and designs. Rooflights made from aluminium have a couple of advantages over polycarbonate rooflights. They tend to look bit slimmer, maximising the size of the glass, allowing more light to flood into a room but maintain very similar standards of strength and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about our product range.
Aluminium is one of the most popular materials for rooflight frames due to its strength, durability, and slim sightlines. Its structural properties allow for larger glazed areas and narrower frames, helping to maximise natural daylight.
Aluminium also offers a clean, contemporary appearance and is available in a wide range of finishes. This means it complements both modern and traditional properties. It is resistant to weathering and requires very little maintenance, making it well-suited to both residential and commercial applications.
Aluminium is generally considered more durable than uPVC, particularly in larger rooflight installations where greater structural strength is required.
Unlike uPVC, aluminium is less prone to warping, twisting, or expanding in response to temperature changes. It also offers a longer service life and can support larger glass units without compromising performance. That said, uPVC remains a practical and cost-effective choice for smaller installations or projects where budget is a primary consideration.
No. Aluminium does not rust in the same way as steel because it does not contain iron.
Most aluminium rooflights are finished with a powder-coated or anodised surface that provides additional protection against corrosion and weathering. This makes aluminium well-suited to long-term external use even in exposed environments.
Yes. Aluminium rooflight frames can be finished in a wide range of colours to suit different architectural styles and project requirements.
Many manufacturers offer standard colours as well as bespoke powder-coated finishes, including colours from the RAL range. This allows rooflights to be coordinated with windows, doors, and other external elements for a consistent finish.
Modern aluminium rooflights are designed with thermal breaks that help reduce heat transfer through the frame. Combined with high-performance glazing, they can achieve very good thermal performance.
The overall thermal efficiency of a rooflight will depend on factors such as the frame design, glazing specification and installation. Thermally broken aluminium frames can achieve U-values comparable to uPVC when correctly specified, making them a popular choice for projects that require both slim sightlines and good energy performance.