Roof Lantern Blinds
Fitted By YOU, Made By Us
If you are looking for a self-fit roof lantern blind that you can measure and fit yourself thus cutting out the middleman, you have come to the right place. With our expertise in blinds for roof lanterns, we have engineered them to be suitable for orangeries, dome windows, pyramid windows, light wells, sky pods, flat roof windows, horizontal roof windows, VELUX® flat roof windows and any other glass expanse. Using our decades of experience in the skylight blinds industry we have put together the easiest-to-follow instructions on how to measure and fit these market-leading solutions to overheating, heat loss or TV glare.
Choose from:-
- Manual Roof Lantern Blinds: From honeycomb manual roof blinds to roof roller blinds. Both options are operated using a telescopic pole that extends up to 1.8m. By opting for manual operation, you can enjoy all the practical benefits of roof lantern blinds without the cost of motorisation.
- Electric Roof Lantern Blinds: Our electric roof lantern blinds can be battery-operated, solar-powered or mains-powered. Operated by a remote control or wall switch. They are also compatible with smart control systems like Alexa and Google Home. This allows you to automate your electric roof lantern blinds using voice commands or through your smartphone. Whether you choose a simple remote or a fully integrated smart system, our electric blinds for roof lanterns ensure seamless, hands-free operation.
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Manual Roof Lantern Blinds Ideas
Manual Honeycomb Openview™ Blind
The Honeycomb OpenView™ Manual Blind is a stylish and versatile roof blind crafted from honeycomb cellular fabric, offering excellent thermal insulation. For added light control, blackout and anti-glare options are available to suit different room requirements. Its sleek, wire-free design ensures unobstructed views when opened, while the simple rod mechanism makes adjusting the blind effortless.
Manual TWIN Honeycomb Openview™ Blind
The Honeycomb OpenView™ TWIN Manual Blind is a stylish and versatile roof blind, perfect for larger roof openings. Crafted from the same honeycomb fabric, it offers excellent thermal insulation. The TWIN design opens from the middle to both sides of the roof, allowing for larger windows and maximum light control. Its wire-free design provides unobstructed views when fully opened.
Manual SkyFit™ Roller Blind
The SkyFit™ Manual Roller Blind is a sleek tensioned roller blind system. When fully open, this blind ensures clear, unobstructed views. The roof roller blind is fitted in a three-sided cassette with a brush and rubber seal at the bottom. Fitted flush with the ceiling, a complete blackout of light is achieved. It’s operated using a simple rod mechanism allowing light control throughout the day.
Electric Roof Lantern Blinds Ideas
Electric Honeycomb Openview™ Blind
The Honeycomb OpenView™ electric blind for roof lantern is a stylish and versatile solution, offering effortless operation at the touch of a button. Made from duette cellular fabric, it provides excellent thermal insulation, keeping your space comfortable all year round. Available in various fabrics, including white, grey, and natural tones, it complements any interior design perfectly.
Electric TWIN Honeycomb Openview™ Blind
For larger roof openings, the motorised TWIN Honeycomb OpenView™ roof lantern blinds are the perfect solution. Designed with a TWIN mechanism that opens from the middle to both sides, they provide seamless coverage for bigger roof lanterns. Made from honeycomb cellular fabric, these electric roof lantern blinds offer superb thermal insulation to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.
Electric LanternLite™ Zip Roller Blind
The DIY Zip LanternLITE™ Blind is a perfect electric solution for large roof lanterns, especially in open-plan kitchens. Available in Blackout Thermal or Anti-Glare Thermal Screen fabric, it allows you to easily control temperature and lighting at the touch of a button. Designed for self-fit, this blind is ideal for those wanting a professional look without the installation costs.
Electric Roof Lantern Blinds
Can roof lantern blinds be motorised?
Yes, electric and motorised blinds can be installed on various types of roofs, including pyramid rooflights, providing a convenient solution for hard-to-reach areas. These blinds can be powered with a solar-powered battery or a hard-wired option and are operated with either a remote control or are compatible with smart control systems.
Our company offers a range of blinds for all sizes of openings, from the smallest narrow rooflights to large skylight installations. Our products can also be integrated seamlessly with your existing lighting setup, whether in conservatories, near LED lights, or around complex roofing window configurations.
We offer ultra-smart operating solutions that are ideal for controlling lighting and temperature, making them perfect for both small and large conservatories. Using a WiFi bridge, these systems can connect to Alexa and Google Home, providing the ultimate in comfort and convenience for blind control.
Do I need an electrician to fit a roof lantern blind?
The Zip LanternLITE™ blind and the Honeycomb Electric Blinds are motorised products. We provide a choice of:
- Battery-operated/Solar top-up motor (no electrician needed)
- RTS motor (mains powered, operated by a remote control)
- WT (wired technology) motor, operated by a wall switch (zip blind only)
For options 2 & 3, a qualified electrician is required to install the power supply to your roof space if it isn’t already available. You will need a switched fused spur for these options, which must be at least 5 amps. Electricians often find this convenient as they can get a feed off the lighting circuit.
If you prefer not to use an electrician, you can opt for the battery solar-powered motors or choose a manual roof lantern blind.
Our products are available to buy online, offering competitive prices to ensure affordability without compromising on quality. Transform your space with our smart control solutions and enjoy the satisfaction of completing the installation yourself.
Self Fit Blinds For Roof Lanterns
Can I fit skylight blinds myself?
The DIY approach to fitting roof lantern blinds has never been easier with Skylight Blinds Direct. We are THE specialists in providing high-quality self-fit roof lantern shading solutions. Our products are designed to allow you to fit your roof lantern blinds yourself, saving you significant costs. Whether you have a pyramid roof, a flat roof window a big roof lantern, or a manual or electric version, we have the perfect blind for you.
Our self-fit roof lantern blinds come with comprehensive fitting instructions and detailed videos, ensuring that even those with minimal DIY experience can achieve a professional finish. Additionally, our expert advice is just a phone call away, providing you with the support needed to tackle any challenges that may arise during the installation process.
What do I need to know to be able to fit them?
We are often asked how difficult they are to fit, and the answer depends on your experience and the product itself. We provide everything you need to help you, so it really comes down to your comfort level with DIY projects. If you wouldn't attempt to fit a shelf yourself, then we wouldn't suggest fitting these lantern blinds on your own. However, if you do take on even minor DIY projects, these blinds are ideal for you. For larger roof window openings, the blinds will be larger and heavier, so you might need someone to help lift the blinds during installation.
- A clean floor: You'll need a clean empty surface to put the blinds together
- Tools: Phillips screwdriver, spirit level
- Drill: A standard drill with optional screw heads
- Pencil: For marking points.
- PATIENCE: Don't rush the fitting. Read through the instructions BEFORE you try and fit and take your time when putting the blind together.
What rooms can I fit roof lantern blinds in?
They can be fitted in any room with roof windows, offering versatile shading solutions for various settings. With the great choice of blinds, we have there’s an option for every setting. Open-plan kitchens are extremely popular now and with their varying uses, versatile light control is crucial to enjoying the space. Open-plan kitchens often have a TV setup, where the screen can be affected by glare from the skylight window. Installing an anti-glare roof blind can reduce the glare while still allowing light into the room. For a conservatory needing occasional sun protection or an orangery designed for relaxation, blinds can be an effective addition to improve comfort and style.
Energy Efficiency Of Roof Lantern Blinds
Are roof lantern blinds energy efficient?
Who isn’t concerned about the rising energy cost in the UK these days? Open-plan kitchens, conservatories and orangeries are notorious for enhancing the outside temperature inside the space below the window. If it’s cold outside it's even colder in the room below, if it’s sunny outside it’s hotter inside the room.
Roof lantern blinds offer a supremely effective solution to both situations by enhancing energy efficiency in your home. By creating a barrier between your room and the roof window, these blinds help regulate indoor temperatures throughout the year.
Can roof lite blinds be used all year round?
Yes, absolutely! In the summer, lantern roof blinds prevent excessive heat from entering your room, keeping it cooler. This results in significant energy savings and a more comfortable living environment. In the winter, these blinds act as an insulating layer, stopping cold air from penetrating the room. Additionally, they prevent heated air from rising and hitting the cold window, which would then return as cold air. This ensures that your room remains warm and cosy without having to introduce warmth into the room via expensive heating systems constantly.
With a range of fabric colours available in anti-glare and blackout fabrics, we are confident in the thermal capabilities of our fabrics, which have been rigorously tested to ensure they provide optimal insulation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Lantern Blinds
Roof lantern blinds are made to measure roller or pleated blinds designed to fit roof lanterns, offering light control and thermal insulation.
This is very rare but can happen. We do try to avoid this by asking you to measure the width in 3 places and the length in 3 places along the recess. This tends to show any mismeasures. But if a mismeasure does happen we will collect your blind from you and try to resolve the issue the cheapest way possible for you. We will just charge you the cost price to fix the problem.
Yes we'd love you to. We're very proud of our history and innovation in the skylight blind industry. Please go to our reviews page to see what our customers say about us.
Different which lantern roof blind you’ve chosen they each have a unique way of ensuring smooth opening and closing without sagging, either by a tensioned ZIP system or a pleated blind built it’s own frame. Have a look at our industry leading learning hub for detailed information.
They provide temperature regulation, reduce glare, and offer privacy, making your home more comfortable.
Yes, our blinds are made to measure so we have several solutions suitable for different lantern window sizes ranging from 50cm x 50cm to 330cm x 900cm.
Our roof lantern blinds are made from high-quality, durable fabrics designed to last, with options for light filtering or blackout.
We provide an easy-to-follow guide on how to measure your roof lantern accurately to ensure the perfect fit. Just click here for our measuring instructions page.
No, our blinds are low maintenance and can be cleaned easily using a soft cloth or vacuum with a brush attachment.
Yes, we offer a variety of colours and styles to complement your home’s decor.
Delivery times vary, but typically you can expect your custom blinds within 10-14 working days after placing your order.
The amount of shade depends on the chosen fabric; options include dim-out fabrics that soften light or blackout fabrics that block it completely.
Yes, retrofitting is possible, and it typically requires accurate measurements of the recess under the roof lantern.
Probably. Our blinds are bespoke to your measurements. Our minimum size is about 50cmx 50cm and our maximum size is 3m wide x 6m long. So if your lantern window is within these sizes I am sure we have a solution for you.
The factory is open 9-5 Monday to Friday. We are available for phone calls and technical advice during this time. If we can’t fix your blind over the phone with you we will organise the blind to be collected from you and we will fix it back at the factory.
No not at all. But they are certainly in our opinion the most versatile solution. At a cheaper price, you could go for window film. Window film is a permanent tint for your roof window that is there the whole time. We are not sure of the benefits of it thermally but it can certainly reduce glare and is good for privacy. There are also permanent “sails” that look like ships sails that are screwed into the sides of the roof space. Again these sails are fixed and can look a little messy in our opinion. We genuinely believe that roof lantern blinds are the best and most versatile solution for roof lantern windows. You can open and shut the blind at the click of a button. You can even control them with Alexa if you choose that option.
