Velux Roof Windows
- Abbreviation
- Appraisal number 969 (2023)
- Valid from
- 21/08/2023
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Author
- Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ)
- Information type
- BRANZ Appraisal,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
Velux Roof Windows are for use on roofs with a roof pitch between 15° and 60° to provide natural light into interior spaces within buildings.
Velux Roof Windows can also be used to provide ventilation.
Scope
1. Velux Roof Windows (GGU and GGL series) have been appraised for use on buildings within the following scope:
- the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1 with regard to building height and maximum floor plan area; and,
- with roof structures designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the NZBC; and,
- with masonry tile, pressed metal tile, and profiled metal roof cladding systems complying with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1; and,
- with a roof pitch between 15º and 60°; and,
- situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including, Extra High.
2. Velux Roof Windows must be installed in accordance with the Technical Literature supplied by Velux New Zealand Ltd.