SKYLIGHT PATIO SYSTEMS

• Large glass area on patio's are not always practical as one is only protected against the rain and not the direct sunlight. (Unless blinds are fitted)
• If going for a Solid Roof, Skylights should be fitted in the vicinity of a window or sliding door to allow light to pass into the adjoining room/rooms.
• The Skylight should be ± 800 in width and ± the same as the door or window in lenght. This will allow the same amount of light in, as before the patio was added.
• If patio has a balcony on top, see Glass Floors.
• Constructed fully in aluminium (welded joints).
• Gutters are done in aluminium (welded joints).
• Smaller units are powder. Larger units are hand painted using special primers for aluminium (Penetrol).
• Condensation outlets are provided for. Important for moisture to pass through the frame. Especially useful for kitchens, bathrooms, spa / jacuzzi and enclosed pool areas.
• Glass used is a PVB safety laminated glass with polished edges.
• Glass has UV elimination properties.
• Clear glass has a 17% heat cut out.
• Tinted glass has a 44% heat cut out.
• Slo Silver (mirror glass) has a 77% heat cut out.
• Unit can also have double glazing.
• The glass rests on a 6x9 thermobond glazing tape.
• Structural glazing & silicon is used.
• Overhang & drip edges are provided for.
• Acrylic silicon applied between frame & wall (closes hairline gaps) to complete internal finishing.
• Screw & fixing bolts covered with plastic caps.

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