COMPLETE GUIDE

VELUX roof windows buying guide

Five detailed steps to the perfect choice of VELUX windows for your home

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01

Window size and rafter spacing

VELUX roof windows are manufactured in various standard sizes and installed at specific rafter spacings. Ideally, the rafter spacing should be 5cm wider than the window width so the thermal and moisture insulation around the window can be perfectly installed.

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⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT: It is essential to precisely measure the rafters before purchasing, ideally with a professional installer! A measurement error can result in a window that cannot be installed. Call us and we will connect you with a certified installer who will visit the site for free, determine the rafter spacing and help you choose the right window size and model.

Standard sizes:

Spacing 60 cm → CK windows (55 cm)
Spacing 72 cm → FK windows (66 cm)
Spacing 83 cm → MK windows (78 cm)
Spacing 100 cm → SK windows (94 cm)
02

Choose a window model

Once you determine which window size suits you, you should choose the window model. We offer Basic windows with double glazing and Standard windows with triple glazing.

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White polyurethane windows are suitable for rooms with higher humidity (bathroom, kitchen).

BASIC – Double glazing

  • GZL – Natural wood color, clear lacquer
  • GLU – White polyurethane (maintenance-free)

STANDARD – Triple glazing

  • GLL – Natural wood color, clear lacquer
  • GLU – White polyurethane (maintenance-free)
03

Choose the appropriate number of windows

To find the required number of windows in a room, divide the size of your room in m² by ten to get the optimal roof window size.

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For proper room lighting, VELUX recommends that the glass area be at least 10% of the room's floor area.

Calculation example:

Room 30m² ÷ 10 = 3m² of glass area needed

04

Choose the appropriate products for installation

VELUX roof windows should be installed with the appropriate flashing, precisely made to fit specific window sizes and ensure a watertight connection between your window and the roofing material.

It is particularly important to note if windows are installed one above another or side by side – that is, separated only by a rafter – so that the appropriate combination flashing is purchased.

Flashing types:

EDW 2000 Highly profiled roofing materials

For: Tiles and profiled sheet metal

Thermal and moisture insulation set included
EDS 2000 Flat roofing materials

For: Interlocking sheet metal and shingles

Thermal and moisture insulation must be purchased separately
EDB 2000 Interlocking beaver-tail tiles

For: Roof pitch of 20 degrees

Thermal and moisture insulation set included
05

Choose the right heat/light/insect protection

Choose the appropriate protection for your VELUX window. Before purchasing, be sure to check the type and size of your roof window on the label you can see on the top of the window when you open it.

Heat protection

VELUX exterior mesh

MHL

Reduce heat by up to 76%

Dim light by up to 30%, very easy and quick to install

Light protection – Total blackout

Interior blinds

DKL

Blocks out light

Aluminum strips, colors: beige/dark blue/white

Light protection – Dimming

Interior blinds

RFL

Dims the light

Aluminum strips, colors: beige/dark blue/white

Light dimming

3-position placement

RHL

Dims the light

Colors: beige/dark blue

DUO blind

Two blinds in one

DFD

DKL + RFL combination

Pleated (white) + blackout (beige/dark blue/white)

Insect protection

VELUX insect screens

ZIL

100% insect protection

Mounted on the inner reveal, easily concealed

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