VELUX® Roof Escape & Access Skylights
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Fitting and installation of Velux Roof Windows in:
Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire, Lancashire & North West, Bradford, Leeds, & Yorkshire
Velux GPL Emergency Access Escape Roof Windows: M06 M08 P10 and S06 | ||
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VELUX® Escape & Access Skylights *Picture by Velux A special requirement for loft conversions is to install a means of escape (and access) via a window. Escape in Case of FireThe loft staircase will be the principal escape route in the event of a fire and stairs must discharge to a suitable final exit, normally a front or rear door. Alternative Means of EscapeNew loft room(s) should have an window or skylight designed for escape or rescue. This window needs to be easily accessible, large enough to climb through, and close to eaves level. This will assist rescue from an external source, e.g. fireman's ladder.  Regulation dimensions Openings need to be a minimum of 850mm high and 500mm wide, and the window bottom within 1.7m of the roof eves and not higher than 1.1m above the internal floor level. Building RegulationsDormer windows require an unobstructed opening area at least: 0.33 metres squared, 450mm high and wide. Bottom of opening area needs to be 1100mm max. to 800mm min. above floor level and 1700mm max. above the eaves. The window may be wall end of the roof. GPL Escape Window Velux GPL Escape Window VELUX® has a range of specialist emergency escape/access skylight windows designed to comply with these safety regulations. The GPL roof window provides the exit/access, light, ventilation and insulation properties which are the hallmark of the VELUX® windows range. GPL installation is possible in all roof materials, including:
The GPL roof window can be installed into roof pitches between 20 to 55 degrees, or up to 65 degrees with special springs. The window opens at any angle up to 45 degrees. GPU White PolyurathaneThe GPU M08 (78cm x 140cm) top-hung roof window in white polyurethane finish window also conforms to escape/access requirements and is ideal for en suite bathrooms and humid areas. Terrace and Balcony Escape Windows Window 'doors' such as in the 'Cabrio' Roof Balcony and ATS Roof Terrace System range are also approved as a means of escape.
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