36 | JUNE 2021
Products
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RAISE THE ROOF WITH KEYLITE ’ S EXPANSIVE PRODUCT RANGE
Everyone knows that Keylite Roof Windows ( Keylite ) offer and manufacture roof windows , but what many don ’ t know is that Keylite also specialises in an extensive range of products , including lanterns , flat glass rooflights and solar enabled roof windows .
On average , UK homeowners spent around £ 2,608 on home improvements last year – up 15 % from 2019 1 , and as 79 % of homeowners feel like there is still room for improvement in their homes1 , the motto of “ don ’ t move , improve ” doesn ’ t seem to be going anywhere fast .
With this in mind , installers can stay ahead of demand by offering Keylite ’ s full range of products and benefit from all the unique features that Keylite offer .
For a flood of atrium-style daylighting , Keylite ’ s Roof Lantern comes with a ten year guarantee , solar heat reflection and a 1.2W / m ². K U-value – available in a range of sizes , pitches , colours and combinations .
While the Keylite Flat Glass Rooflight provides a contemporary alternative to polycarbonate products , and is available in fixed shut , manual and electrical opening options , with a toughened outer pane for maximum durability . For windows installed beyond reach , many installers are finding Keylite ’ s Electric Roof Windows are a popular choice among homeowners . Controlled with a handheld remote or wall mounted switch , these roof windows can be adapted to suit any environment and , if the Premium Electric Kit option is chosen , the roof window ( s ) will even close automatically when it rains .
On top of this , Keylite ’ s Electric Roof Windows can be solar powered – reducing energy costs , carbon footprint and ideal for installations where a connection to mains electric is not available .
Because every Keylite Roof Window now has added protection against thermal bridging and heat loss , new product replacements are also more energy efficient – encouraging even existing customers to update their roof windows .
Tom Jarvis , National Brand Development Manager at Keylite comments : “ One of our biggest priorities at Keylite is to maximise opportunities for installers , whether it ’ s through our unique product features , online product
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“ Our flick-fit brackets , expanding thermal collar and streamlined fit , along with many other unique features , all come as standard in so many of our products – making us a firm favourite for installers by ensuring installation is as quick and easy as possible .
“ We want to remind installers just how expansive Keylite ’ s product range is so that they ’ re ready for any customer request during another busy year of home improvements .”
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AN ORANGERY FIT FOR KINGS
The King family had a dated conservatory which was in need of a revamp and they also wanted to add extra space to allow them to enjoy open plan living . They were keen to add a large , contemporary glass roof to their extension and worked with their local Ultraframe installer , Niddal Windows and Conservatories , to design a showstopping orangery extension featuring the Ultraframe Classic Roof .
The extension is over 6.5m wide and features several sets of contemporary bifold doors in anthracite grey . To complete the modern look , a roof with streamlined good looks was needed , and the Classic Roof with its new slimline ridge was the perfect choice . The new slimline ridge is thermally broken , available in either PVC or aluminium externally , and can be specified on fixed 25 ° Georgians and double-ended 25 ° Georgians . Commenting about the transformation from tired conservatory , to stunning contemporary orangery , homeowner Mr King said : “ When we started to think about demolishing our existing conservatory and creating an open plan extension , we knew
that the roof was key . We wanted something that looked modern and after doing our research , we soon found that Ultraframe was the best option , with the Classic Roof and its new slimline ridge fitting the bill perfectly . We love the open-plan space and the light it has brought into the back of our home is fantastic .”
The new slimline ridge was launched in January along with a number of other enhancements to Ultraframe ’ s Classic system , including a bi-fold support beam ,
super bolster , chambered box gutter and enhanced structural design guide . Unsurprisingly , the slimline ridge has proved extremely popular with Classic users since its launch , as it reinforces Classic ’ s status as the ideal roof for large span contemporary orangeries and extensions .
Commenting about the new slimline ridge , Ultraframe Marketing Director , Alex Hewitt , said : “ The new slimline ridge offers a much more modern look than the usual Classic radius end and looks similar to a lantern-style ridge end . This new slimline look , coupled with the external aluminium option makes Classic a fantastic choice for modern conservatory designs , especially those featuring aluminium bi-folds . We have also reduced pricing on Classic Aluminium by 30 % which we ’ re sure will make this contemporary option even more popular ! While the Classic system has been around for almost 40 years , the new Slimline Ridge has brought it bang up to date in terms of aesthetics , while still offering all the configurability and technical benefits that it always has .”
www . ultraframe-conservatories . co . uk