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Solarlux has introduced a new, glass canopy – the SDL Acubis – to its product portfolio. Harmonising with current architectural trends the bespoke cubic glass structure can be used for a wide variety of applications, from a workshop or studio, to entertaining or outdoor living space. The SDL Acubis canopy can be enjoyed as a free-standing construction or integrated into...
Extra space and light all year round – but with no extra heating costs – are the benefits Dan Sheppard enjoyed after choosing to cap his conservatory extension with the Skypod Acute from Eurocell. When Dan and his wife moved into their bungalow in Spalding, Lincolnshire, it soon became apparent that the kitchen was too small for their needs and...
Velux has launched a national competition that celebrates architects and designers for the most inventive and modern use of roof windows in a residential project. The competition invites submissions from architects based in the UK and Ireland who can showcase the design, aesthetics and detailing of any completed project that includes a Velux roof window. The winner will receive £2,000...
Leka’s warm roof and Leka orangery roof systems have received registered detail approval from Local Authority Building Standards Scotland (LABSS). Rhys Hoddinott, director of Leka, said: “It means Leka products are recognised as being compliant with building standards in Scotland and can be accepted for use without the need for any further checks, other than local site conditions if appropriate....
TV adverts for the Leka Warm Roof and the Leka Orangery Roof will be on shown on More 4, More 4+1, Home and Home +1 for four weekends from May 25. Rhys Hoddinott, director of Leka Systems, said: “We’re looking forward to seeing Leka on TV. The adverts are part of our commitment to supporting Leka fabricators and installers by...
Stocking an orangery system or solid roof system gets installers on board, according to Leka Systems “The Leka Orangery Roof and the Leka Warm Roof are proving to be strong additions to fabricators’ portfolios,” Rhys Hoddinott, director of Leka Systems, said. “Their popularity means they’re a great way to get new installers through the door, which opens up opportunities to...
The Milwood Group has become the UK distributor of bioclimatic pergolas from French manufacturer Solisysteme. The Solisysteme range features the original bioclimatic pergola, which uses adjustable louvres to accommodate different types of weather. Mark Wood, managing director at the Milwood Group, said: “[Solisysteme’s] solutions make a fantastic addition to our product line, providing tradespeople with intelligent, well-made and easy-to-install solutions...
With the clocks having now changed and the snow disruptions of the winter (hopefully) behind us, Chris Baron of Prefix Systems looks forward to the opportunities that outdoor living provides, and specifically for its Verandah. The Prefix Verandah is something that we’ve designed, engineered and developed in-house through our R&D function, which has spurned a number of technically advanced and...
Roof Maker has been awarded a trademark for its range of Slimline roof lanterns. The company also said that the glass unit seals are 80% deeper than other products, “reducing the risk of condensation and increasing product life expectancy”. Roof Maker offers a 20-year glass unit guarantee across all of its rooflights. Vanessa Howard, chief marketing officer at Roof Maker,...
Made for Trade is promoting its “practical, no-nonsense approach to marketing” to help installer grow sales in the roof lantern market. As the Korniche brand grows in popularity, Made for Trade has designed a suite of consumer-orientated marketing materials for showrooms, print and digital application. Additional support with website images and copy content, advertising for brochures and local press, e-marketing,...
Supalite has unveiled its new Roadshow Display Vehicle. The mobile showroom features examples from Supalite’s complete range of replacement tiled roof systems for conservatories and orangeries. Hitting the road this summer, the Supalite Roadshow Display Vehicle will be visiting trade exhibitions, trade events and visiting customers across the country. “After much hard work, we are delighted to finally reveal our...
SupaLite has announced a new supply partnership with GAP. The new deal means SupaLite’s range of replacement conservatory and orangery roof systems are available across GAP’s 100+ UK depot network. “We’re absolutely thrilled to join forces with GAP and provide this exciting, growth opportunity to their customers across the country,” Steve Hacking, operations director at SupaLite, said. SupaLite tiled roofs...
Roof Maker has been awarded the Passivhaus standard for its fixed flat rooflight. “By bringing another Passivhaus component to the market, Roof Maker has helped facilitate the superior quality for which the Passivhaus standard is known and added to the ever-expanding range of options for clients looking to build better,” a spokesperson from the International Passive House Association said. The...
A new slate-effect tile, made from 100% recycled, lightweight plastic, is the latest addition to Synseal’s Celsius Solid Roof. This follows the introduction of the WarmCore Fixed Roof Light last year, a discreet, ceramic bordered, glass fixed light using WarmCore thermal technology. Nev Gleed, conservatory roof technical manager, said: “Celsius Solid Roof has proven popular with our customers as a...
Prefix Systems has put together a 20-page brochure to highlight the range of marketing materials available for its nationwide network of trade partners. Now serving the entire UK through four regional branches, Prefix Systems’ new 20-page brochure covers all printed material, including roller banners, POS materials, and wall posters, many of which can be personalised. There are also showroom product...
Orangery and orangery-hybrid installations saw growth of 38% in 2016, according to Leka Systems, which said there has been a big shift away from standard white box conservatories to higher value spaces. Rhys Hoddinott, director of Leka Systems, said the Leka Orangery Roof and the Leka Warm Roof are easy to add to a fabrication set up, with limited cost,...
Icotherm Roof Systems has reported a 75% increase in sales. Owner Dave Jackson said: “The last three years have been a real whirlwind for the whole Icotherm team. Since launching the roof in 2014, we have had more and more installation companies approach us, wanting a piece of the growing replacement roof market. “They all needed a straightforward solid roof...
Sales of the Atlas roof lantern are rising month on month, the company has announced, along with a special offer on its stock lantern range. Gareth Thomas, sales director at Atlas Glazed Roof Solutions, said: “We’ve established a loyal following for the Atlas lantern, and now we’ve gone a step further to help even more installers to pick up an...
The opportunity to engage online, and influence homeowners as they begin their home extension journey has never been greater according Ultraframe. With the domination of home inspiration and lifestyle sites such as Pinterest and Houzz, consumers are increasingly turning to online resources to build their own online ‘scrapbook’ long before they consider who might carry out the work. In response,...
AluFoldDirect has launched the Technic-AL flat aluminium rooflight. Craig Miller, managing director at AluFoldDirect, said: “As with our Technic-AL roof lantern, the new aluminium flat rooflight is available in stock sizes and colours, delivered next day. This means that installers can build the opening and then order the rooflight to be delivered direct to site, ready to be installed. “Introducing...