VELUX Skylight Replacement in Brighton
Four ageing skylights were replaced with solar-opening VELUX units across an upstairs lounge and bedrooms, complete with custom Colorbond flashing, timber-lined shafts and solar honeycomb blinds.
Replacing old roof windows with modern solar-opening VELUX skylights
This Brighton project involved removal of the existing skylights and installation of four new VELUX VSS solar-opening skylights. Two M04 units were fitted in the lounge and two larger M06 units were installed in the bedrooms.
Existing skylights retained the right positions, but needed renewal
The photographs show established roof-window openings within a timber-lined upper level. The replacement project used these existing locations while updating the units, roof flashing, internal timber surrounds and blinds.
The invoice records removal and disposal of three old skylight assemblies. The photographs show four completed new units, but do not allow the reason for the differing removal quantity to be confirmed.
Careful replacement on a steep, double-storey metal roof
Access and protection
Special ladder and safety equipment was used for roof and carpentry access on the double-storey home.
Old-unit removal
The existing skylight components were removed from the established openings.
Opening preparation
Roof and internal openings were checked and prepared for the new VSS units.
Custom flashing
Standard Colorbond custom flashing was formed around each skylight to suit the corrugated roof.
Timber shafts
Four short timber-lined shafts were framed and finished, with staining excluded from the scope.
Solar blinds
Each new opening skylight received a matching solar honeycomb blind.
Roof preparation, custom flashing and completed interiors
What was installed
- Two VELUX VSS M04 solar-opening skylights, 780 × 980 mm
- Two VELUX VSS M06 solar-opening skylights, 780 × 1180 mm
- Four custom Colorbond flashing systems
- Four timber-lined shafts up to a 300 mm roof cavity
- Two M04 and two M06 solar honeycomb blinds
- Double-storey installation using specialised access equipment
Solar operation for ventilation and light control
The VSS units are opening roof windows rather than fixed skylights. This allowed the replacement to retain natural daylight while adding powered ventilation in the lounge and bedrooms.
Matching solar honeycomb blinds were installed to each skylight, providing a fitted shading solution without requiring visible electrical cabling in the photographs.
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Questions about this skylight replacement
Which VELUX models were installed?
Two VSS M04 and two VSS M06 solar-opening skylights were installed.
Were the old skylights removed?
Yes. The documented scope included removal and disposal of old skylight components before the new units were fitted.
What type of internal finish was used?
Short timber-lined shafts were framed around the four skylights. Final staining was not included.
Were blinds included?
Yes. Four matching VELUX solar honeycomb blinds were supplied and installed.
Was this a difficult-access project?
The work was on a double-storey home and the invoice specifically included special ladder and safety equipment for the roof and carpentry work.
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