Ask big Phil

The best thing about solar roof window blinds is how easy they are to install and operate. For many people worried about additional electrical work when building or creating a roof space, solar powered roof window blinds are a light bulb moment. They’re the answer to simplifying the works.

When it comes to the new Keylite loft ladder, it’s all pretty special really. They’re one of the safest and most sturdy loft ladders available and as you’d expect with an industry leading brand, there’s a range of clever touches to make the Keylite wooden loft ladder ideal for your loft access needs.

What are roof domes? Roof domes are a great way to get natural light into your home or office through a flat roof, though they can be used on a sloped roof as well. They come in all shapes and sizes including square, rectangle, pyramid and circular shaped roof domes.

AOV is the abbreviation for ‘automatic opening vent’.  It’s a system that automatically opens a sky light or ventilation point in the roof when smoke is detected by sensors and is often used in commercial properties, though many people would like it in their homes as an additional safety feature.

Today we ask Big Phil about Velux roof windows and why they're still the market leaders in sky light and roof window technology after 70 years:

The obvious benefit is that you don’t need to be able to reach your electric roof windows to be able to open and close them

The advantage of a roof window is that you get lots of natural light into your top level rooms. This is great unless of course, you’re trying to sleep and get woken up by sunlight. If you’re using your loft space as a bedroom, you’re probably going to want a roof window blind, especially in summertime.

When it comes to deciding which roof window to go for, you have many factors to consider.

Roof windows are essential to any loft conversion. Not only do they ensure the perfect finish, but roof windows are vital in making sure enough light enters the space and protecting insulation to keep heating bills to a minimum.

Congratulations to Mr J Singh from Romford who was the lucky recipient of a case of champagne when his feedback card was drawn out of the hat.