Roof Lantern Glass Options Explained
When choosing a roof lantern for your home, the glass you select is just as important as the design itself. The right glazing will not only affect how much natural light fills your room but also how warm, comfortable, and energy efficient it feels throughout the year.
At The Rooflight Centre, we offer a range of high-performance roof lantern glass options designed to suit every space and budget. Each type provides a different balance of solar control, light transmission, and thermal insulation – helping you find the perfect fit for your home.
Explore our Flat Roof Windows to see how the right glazing can completely transform your space.
Why Glass Choice Matters for Roof Lanterns
The glass in your roof lantern plays a vital role in its performance. Beyond letting in light, it determines how much heat enters or escapes, how much glare you experience, and even how often you’ll need to clean it. High-quality glazing ensures:
– Better temperature control all year round
– Reduced glare from the sun
– Lower energy bills
– Less cleaning and maintenance
At The Rooflight Centre, every glass option is self-cleaning, using a special coating that reacts with sunlight and rain to break down dirt and grime. This keeps your roof lantern clear and bright with minimal effort.
Premium Clear – The Rolls Royce Solution
Our Premium Clear glass is the standout choice for homeowners who want the best of everything – performance, brightness, and comfort. With a U-value of 1.0, solar heat reflection of 46%, and light transmission of 62%, it provides the perfect balance between natural light and temperature control.
Around 80% of our customers choose this option, and it’s easy to see why. Premium Clear glass delivers the luxurious clarity of a bright, open space without overheating in summer. Its advanced self-cleaning technology and solar control properties make it the ultimate all-rounder.
If you’re looking for a solution that feels like the “Rolls Royce” of roof lantern glass, this is the one we recommend.
Blue and Neutral Glass Options
Blue Self-Cleaning Glass
– U-value: 1.2
– Solar heat reflection: 60%
– Light transmission: 47%
This option is chosen for its cool, modern aesthetic and its ability to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. It provides great solar control, ideal for rooms that receive a lot of sunlight.
Neutral Self-Cleaning Glass
– U-value: 1.2
– Solar heat reflection: 60%
– Light transmission: 37%
With a soft grey tint, Neutral glass reduces harsh glare from the sun, creating a calming, balanced light. It’s perfect for spaces where comfort and visual softness are key priorities.
Clear Glass – Bright, Affordable, and Practical
If maximum natural light and cost efficiency are your top priorities, Clear Self-Cleaning Glass is an excellent choice.
– U-value: 1.2
– Solar heat reflection: 42%
– Light transmission: 78%
This glass type offers the highest light transmission out of all our options, making it ideal for homeowners who want to flood their rooms with daylight. It’s also our most budget-friendly choice, providing great value without compromising on essential performance features.
Clear glass is ideal for north-facing properties or rooms where overheating isn’t a concern but brightness is.
Premium Aqua and Premium Blue – High Solar Control Options
Premium Aqua Self-Cleaning Glass
– U-value: 1.0
– Solar heat reflection: 82%
– Light transmission: 30%
Premium Aqua is designed to reflect the majority of the sun’s heat, keeping interiors cooler during the hottest months. It’s ideal for large kitchen extensions or conservatories exposed to direct sunlight for much of the day.
Premium Blue Self-Cleaning Glass
– U-value: 1.0
– Solar heat reflection: 80%
– Light transmission: 27%
Premium Blue offers strong solar control with a deep, rich tint that adds a contemporary aesthetic. Because it blocks more light, it’s best suited to larger roof lanterns, where the size of the glass offsets the slightly lower light transmission.
Why Choose The Rooflight Centre?
When investing in a skylight or roof window, choosing the right supplier is just as important as the product itself. At The Rooflight Centre (RLC), we’re more than just an online retailer – we’re the e-commerce division of Lonsdale Metal Company (LMC), a fourth-generation family business founded in 1954. With decades of experience behind us, we’ve built a reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and outstanding service.
Our rooflights have been trusted on some of the UK’s most iconic buildings, including Buckingham Palace, The British Museum, and 10 Downing Street. We’ve also supplied household names like Rod Stewart, Lord Alan Sugar, and Tracey Emin – proof that our products are chosen by both leading architects and discerning homeowners alike.
But our focus isn’t just on prestige projects. Since 2020, we’ve worked hard to make the same exceptional quality available to homeowners looking to brighten and modernise their living spaces. Every rooflight in our range is handpicked to meet exacting standards for performance, design, and durability.
When you choose The Rooflight Centre, here’s what you can expect:
– Beautiful, high-performance rooflights that enhance your home
– Fair pricing without compromising on quality
– Fast delivery and easy ordering from our online store
– Dedicated support from a team that genuinely cares about your project
This combination of heritage, craftsmanship, and personal service makes us a trusted choice for homeowners who want a roof window that truly delivers on its promise.
Ready to Choose the Perfect Roof Lantern Glass?
Selecting the right roof lantern glass can make all the difference to your comfort, energy efficiency, and the look of your home. Whether you want maximum brightness, better solar control, or a stylish tinted finish, The Rooflight Centre has an option tailored for you.
Explore our full range of Flat Roof Windows here and let us help you find the perfect glass for your home.
By choosing The Rooflight Centre, you’re not just buying a rooflight – you’re investing in quality, expertise, and a brighter future for your home.
