Description

Velux Roof Windows are double-glazed or triple-glazed feature wooden frames with an aluminium exterior. 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.

Velux Roof Windows can be identified by their brand markings on both the units themselves and the packaging.

Velux Roof Windows are an opening, centre-pivoting roof window used to bring natural light and air into attic or loft rooms where ventilation is required. 
Velux Roof Windows are polyurethane moulded over a timber core and finished in white. Aluminium external cappings are finished in a smooth grey colour. 

Scope

Velux Roof Windows are 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 15° and 60°; and,
• situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including, Extra High. 

The installation of Velux Roof Windows must be completed by installers trained by Velux New Zealand Limited or by competent, experienced tradespersons with an understanding of roof window installation and weathertightness details.

The roof structure must be checked by a suitably qualified person for structural adequacy and suitability of the existing roof cladding prior to installation.