Why choose a Brett Martin roof lantern?

Brett Martin is a British manufacturer with decades of daylight-systems expertise and ISO 9001 quality accreditation. Roof lanterns from Brett Martin use a thermally broken aluminium frame, providing a slim profile but a strong frame. All frames are powder coated for minimal maintenance and are glazed with 4mm toughened, argon-filled, soft-coat Low-E glass. A self-cleaning coating is provided as standard on all units. Every lantern is backed by a 10-year warranty and engineered for real-world loads (snow load 1,200 N/m²). It's a dependable, well-specified lantern at a mid-range price, which is why it's one of the UK's most-specified systems.

Contemporary vs Classic vs Pyramid. Which style should you choose?

All three share the same frame, glass and warranty; the difference is shape and look: - Contemporary (4-panel) is a clean-ridged profile with fewer, wider panels for a minimal, modern finish. This is usually the go-to choice for contemporary rectangular extensions. - Classic (6-panel) is a more decorative-ridged design with additional panels. This is often used for orangeries, larger rooms and period-style properties where the lantern is meant to be a feature. - Pyramid is a four-sided pyramid made for square or near-square openings, and the best-value option in the range. If your opening is rectangular, we would recommend choosing from the Contemporary or Classic ranges; if it's square, the Pyramid is purpose-made for it.

Each Brett Martin lantern can be specified with clear or blue (solar-tint) glass, in toughened or laminated safety glazing. Self-cleaning glass is standard across the range for warmth and low maintenance. Laminated glass adds an extra layer of security and acoustic performance for a modest upcharge and a slightly longer lead time. Blue glass reduces solar gain on south-facing rooms so is worth considering if you're worried about too much direct light. If you're unsure, clear toughened self-cleaning suits most projects.

Delivery, lead times & installation

Brett Martin lanterns are typically dispatched in 1–3 weeks, depending on size and style. It is worth noting that bespoke sizes and laminated glazing usually take a little longer to be ready, as they will be made to order. We offer free UK mainland delivery. All units will arrive ready to install onto a prepared builder's kerb. We supply the lantern only; your builder forms the kerb and fits it. See our builder's kerb guide for how to prepare the opening so it fits first time.

What size do I need, and will it span my opening?

As a rule of thumb, a lantern covering 15–20% of the room's floor area gives a balanced amount of light. Brett Martin roof lanterns run from compact stock sizes upward, with larger and made-to-measure units available if you need them. It is really important to measure the finished builder's kerb the lantern will sit on, not the ceiling opening, before you determine the size you need and order your lantern. If you're unsure, send us your kerb dimensions, and we'll confirm the size.

Brett Martin Roof Lanterns

Brett Martin is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of roof lanterns. The roof lantern range features a slimline, thermally broken frame with self-cleaning, argon-filled Low-E glass for a bright, low-maintenance centrepiece over any flat-roof extension or orangery.

At R&S we're a specialist Brett Martin stockist supplying all three roof lantern styles - Contemporary 4-panel, Classic 6-panel and Pyramid. These are available in a full range of sizes and glazing options, with open pricing and our Price Match Promise.

Not sure which is right for your project? Use the quick chooser below, compare the styles side by side, or call our team on 01276 450626 for free expert advice.

Choosing a Brett Martin Roof Lantern

Brett Martin Contemporary 4 panel Roof Lantern - Rooflights & Skylights

Contemporary 4-panel - the modern all-rounder. From £1,258.15 inc VAT

Clean, minimal ridged profile — the most popular choice for contemporary kitchen extensions
Thermally broken aluminium · self-cleaning argon Low-E glass · glazing U-value 1.2
Clear or blue glass, toughened or laminated · 10-year warranty

Best for: rectangular extensions wanting a sleek, understated lantern

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Classic 6-panel - the traditional statement. From £1,360.90 inc VAT

Six-panel ridged design for a more decorative, orangery-style look
Same thermally broken frame + self-cleaning Low-E glass · glazing U-value 1.2
Ideal over larger or period-style spaces where the lantern is a feature

Best for: orangeries and larger rooms wanting a classic centrepiece

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Pyramid roof lantern shown on a beach facing home

Pyramid - the square-opening solution. From £1,168.35 inc VAT

Four-sided pyramid shape, purpose-made for square or near-square openings
The best-value Brett Martin lantern in the range
Same glass, frame and warranty as the ridged models

Best for: square roof openings and compact extensions

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Style Comparison Table

Style	Shape	From (inc VAT)	Glazing U-value	Best for	Lead time
Contemporary	4-panel ridged	£1,258.15	1.2 W/m²K	Modern rectangular extensions	1–3 weeks
Classic	6-panel ridged	£1,360.90	1.2 W/m²K	Orangeries, larger / period rooms	1–3 weeks
Pyramid	4-sided pyramid	£1,168.35	1.2 W/m²K	Square openings, best value	1–3 weeks

*Centre-pane (glazing) figure. The whole-lantern U-value used for Building Regs is higher and varies by size (≈1.8–2.03 W/m²K).

Buying a Brett Martin Roof Lantern

Why choose a Brett Martin roof lantern?
Brett Martin is a British manufacturer with decades of daylight-systems expertise and ISO 9001 quality accreditation.

Roof lanterns from Brett Martin use a thermally broken aluminium frame, providing a slim profile but a strong frame. All frames are powder coated for minimal maintenance and are glazed with 4mm toughened, argon-filled, soft-coat Low-E glass. A self-cleaning coating is provided as standard on all units.

Every lantern is backed by a 10-year warranty and engineered for real-world loads (snow load 1,200 N/m²). It's a dependable, well-specified lantern at a mid-range price, which is why it's one of the UK's most-specified systems.
Contemporary vs Classic vs Pyramid. Which style should you choose?
All three share the same frame, glass and warranty; the difference is shape and look:

- Contemporary (4-panel) is a clean-ridged profile with fewer, wider panels for a minimal, modern finish. This is usually the go-to choice for contemporary rectangular extensions.
- Classic (6-panel) is a more decorative-ridged design with additional panels. This is often used for orangeries, larger rooms and period-style properties where the lantern is meant to be a feature.
- Pyramid is a four-sided pyramid made for square or near-square openings, and the best-value option in the range.

If your opening is rectangular, we would recommend choosing from the Contemporary or Classic ranges; if it's square, the Pyramid is purpose-made for it.
Glazing Options
Each Brett Martin lantern can be specified with clear or blue (solar-tint) glass, in toughened or laminated safety glazing.

Self-cleaning glass is standard across the range for warmth and low maintenance.

Laminated glass adds an extra layer of security and acoustic performance for a modest upcharge and a slightly longer lead time. Blue glass reduces solar gain on south-facing rooms so is worth considering if you're worried about too much direct light.

If you're unsure, clear toughened self-cleaning suits most projects.
Delivery, lead times & installation
Brett Martin lanterns are typically dispatched in 1–3 weeks, depending on size and style. It is worth noting that bespoke sizes and laminated glazing usually take a little longer to be ready, as they will be made to order. We offer free UK mainland delivery. All units will arrive ready to install onto a prepared builder's kerb. We supply the lantern only; your builder forms the kerb and fits it. See our builder's kerb guide for how to prepare the opening so it fits first time.
What size do I need, and will it span my opening?
As a rule of thumb, a lantern covering 15–20% of the room's floor area gives a balanced amount of light. Brett Martin roof lanterns run from compact stock sizes upward, with larger and made-to-measure units available if you need them.

It is really important to measure the finished builder's kerb the lantern will sit on, not the ceiling opening, before you determine the size you need and order your lantern. If you're unsure, send us your kerb dimensions, and we'll confirm the size.