Velux

How do I stop condensation on my skylight? It’s a familiar sight for many in the colder months. Waking up, popping your slippers on and throwing open the curtains, only to see your windows covered in water droplets. As it runs down from the windows to the sill, condensation on windows can start to cause problems with paintwork and your...

When it comes to roof windows and blinds, VELUX knows a thing or two. As the world’s leading manufacturer of roof windows, VELUX also produces a vast range of accessories and blinds to complement their innovative window designs. Here at Burton Roofing, we stock a wide array of stunning VELUX blinds to complement almost any interior, offering the look and...

VELUX roof windows can be a highly effective way to bring more natural light into any home. With a skylight or solar window, you can breathe new life into even the darkest rooms. But dirt and debris can build up over time – stopping that light from getting in. And that's when knowing how to clean VELUX windows can make...

Is it a window?  Is it a balcony? Velux Cabrio are both a window and a balcony in one.  They have become very popular in penthouses and loft conversions, adding a usable balcony space and adding desire and value to the property. What is Velux Cabrio? Velux Cabrio is a window that when opened transforms into a balcony space.  It...

This is a step by step article on how to install your velux integra electric window.  Let’s start at the beginning with unboxing. 1.Unboxing Check the box and make sure the specifications of the window suits your needs.  Note the QR code on the front of the box, this will lead you to some useful installation videos.  Velux boxes are...

At Burton Roofing we want to do more than just supply roofing products, we want to ensure you get the best results for your home. Which is why when ordering your VELUX roof window we ask you to consider the following 3 key questions: 1. How should the skylight to open? You want to be able to open your roof...

      BRM's Kate Hancock writes...         Everything counts in a small space and if your loft has nooks and crannies like mine it can appear even smaller! I’ve recently moved and inherited a loft conversion. It’s only small, has sloping windows and was painted in some very strange colours. But at Burton Roofing I get...

Approached by our customer P Pope to provide a Velux roof window donation for the charity St George’s Crypt, we were happy to assist. It's helped to create a ‘working workshop’ facility to be used by up to 20 people in Leeds. Mention St George’s Crypt to anyone in Leeds and they’ll probably know who you’re talking about. A charity...

Let there be light! How a VELUX sun tunnel will benefit your home What is a VELUX sun tunnel Also known as a VELUX sun tube or VELUX sun pipe, a VELUX sun tunnel is a 4mm toughened glass window that reflects light down either a flexible or rigid sheet metal tube that has a polished interior. They work like...

Flat roof extensions are more popular than ever! they make a home feel spacious and provide that essential extra space for a growing family. While the benefits are clear, you need to consider how the flat roof extension will affect light in the rest of the house.  Then how your structure can best incorporate windows to compensate. Finding the perfect...

The benefits of VELUX CABRIO® balconies Do you lack outside space? Have a room in your attic which is dark? Do you find it difficult to add natural light because of the pitch of the roof? The innovative VELUX CABRIO® balcony system provides the solution to help create the loft conversion you’ve been dreaming of. Specifically designed for loft rooms...