Glazing colour options for Dome Rooflights

The various glazing layers in polycarbonate dome rooflights can be supplied in four colour choices: clear, opal, bronze or diffused, with the characteristics described below.  

Clear glazing

Clear glazing - VELUX Commercial
  • High light transmission
  • Allows full vision of views and objects
  • Placement where glare may occur is a consideration

Opal glazing

Opal glazing - VELUX Commercial
  • Diffuses light transmission therefore avoids solar glare and shadows
  • Maximises privacy
  • Prevents vision of views and objects

Bronze glazing

Bronze glazing - VELUX Commercial
  • Reduces light transmission into a building
  • Reduces solar heat gain

Diffused glazing

Diffused glazing - VELUX Commercial
  • High light transmission
  • Diffuses light transmission therefore avoids solar glare and shadows
  • Maximises privacy
  • Prevents vision of views and objects

Alternative glazing materials – glass

Glass - VELUX Commercial

Glass is available in place of polycarbonate. Double glazed insulated glass will provide a low U-value alternative. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.