Pitched Glass Roof Systems

Structural glass can be utilised in roofing areas to create a fully glazed roof to any space or room.

Pitched glass roof systems.

Designing and manufacturing the widest range of. Whether you choose a lean to roof over sliding doors an pitched orangery roof or a more complex design involving multiple hips and valleys we can work with you your architect and your builder to find the most suitable solution. Usually a slope of 5 or more guarantees a decent enough incline to keep it relatively clean in wet weather or when you wash it. Inserting glass roof panels into an existing flat or pitched roof will normally be subject to building regulations.

Glass roofs have the ability to transform a whole room. Lean to glass roofs from hedgehog aluminium will help you to create a light filled space for a modern home design. These are in plane roof windows that are designed for use on tiled roofs with a pitch. Each glass roof system is designed and manufactured to order to the exact specification of a project whether you need a roof lantern.

This is because you are making a material alteration to the roof which affects the structure and thermal efficiency and also a window or door is classed as a controlled fitting which means it has to meet certain standards. Complete glass roof solutions. Our monopitch rooflights are low profile aluminium and glass units with clean modern lines. From frameless glass roof lanterns and minimalist flat roof lights or glass sky lights to complex lean to or pitched glass roofs with thermally broken aluminium frames the idsystems range of glass roof solutions is unrivalled.

Handmade systems to maximise light and aesthetic appeal. No longer do you have to worry about out of plane rooflights being fitted as a best alternative at glazing vision we have designed our pitchglaze and pitchvent range perfect for all pitched roofs. Frameless glass roofs. They are for a complete renovation or a simple extension.

The ultra slim aluminium framing means that you get more glass and light providing a modern alternative to a traditional glass conservatory roof. Glass roofs need a minimum slope the absolute minimum is 1 so rainwater will help wash away any debris dust and leaves that settle there. Especially useful in internal rooms where external windows are far away or small and rear extensions where side windows may be restricted due to neighbouring properties. For a more open and light space a glass roof system is an effective way to encourage natural light.