Introduction
Thank you for taking the time to talk with me about your project. Based on our conversation, I’ve put together this report to reflect what matters most to you. Inside, you’ll find examples of the systems we discussed, how they would work in your space, and what you can realistically expect in terms of performance and cost.
When you’re ready, you can book a TEAMS call with me and I’ll walk you through everything step by step.
Your Key Areas
- Frameless Skylight 4000mm x 1500mm
Your Priorities
- Dramatically reduce summer heat gain
- Manage summer brightness
Recommended Shading System
- Artemis External Skylight Blind with bespoke bracketry for frameless skylights
The Artemis Electric Skylight Blind
- Tensioned cable shading system with no visible cords over the glazing aperture
- Dimensionally stable fabrics delivering performance and aesthetics
- Maximum width of 5m. Fabric area 18m2
- Wind resistance: Up to 24 mph (approx. 38.6 km/h) Beaufort Force 5
- Standard hardware colours Anthracite Grey or White.
- Oversized System Manufacture 4140mm x 1900mm
Recommended Dimensionally Stable Fabrics
- Sattler Elements Solids 314
Why we Oversize The System
We manufacture the blind system to a larger size than the skylight on every side: 250mm at the head, 150mm at the bottom and 70mm along each side. This keeps the cassette box, side rails and bottom rail outside the glazed area when the fabric is both retracted and deployed. The aim is to keep a cleaner, uninterrupted view from your living space looking out instead of viewing hardware. It also helps reduce heat gain and light ingress.
Framed vs frameless: why your skylight needs a different fixing
A framed skylight lets a blind fix straight to its frame.
On a frameless skylight we fix into the kerb substrate below the glass and bring the blind out above the protruding glazing. This requires bespoke bracketry and water proofing to any penetrated membrane.
Bespoke bracketry for frameless skylights
A frameless skylight has no frame around its glass, so there is nothing at the edge for a blind to fix to. The glass also oversails the upstand it sits on, so a standard bracket fixed to the upstand would hit the glass edge. We therefore make a bespoke aluminium bracket for every frameless installation, as shown in the section below.
Getting past the protruding glass. he bespoke aluminium angle bracket fixes to the face of the upstand, below the glass. How far the glass protrudes beyond the upstand varies from skylight to skylight, so we size the angle for each project to give the blind the clearance it needs. The Artemis adjustable face-fix bracket then bolts to the angle and carries the blind head rail out past the glass edge, and its adjustment lets us set the head rail precisely on site. Nothing is fixed to, clamped to or rests on the glass, so the glazing and its seals are left untouched.
Keeping the membrane watertight. The upstand is wrapped in the roof’s waterproof membrane, and every bolt through it is a possible route for water. Each M6 × 50 coach bolt is fitted with an EPDM sealing washer. A 3 mm EPDM cellular rubber strip runs between the angle and the upstand, compressing against the membrane to seal the whole contact face. At survey we check the membrane type and condition, and plan the fixing positions before any drilling.
Recommended Sensors
- Somfy Soliris IO Wind & Sun sensor (protects systems from excessive winds whilst protecting your home from excessive sun)
- Somfy Ondeis IO Rain Sensor (protects systems pooling with rain water on pitches less than 15 degrees)
- Somfy Tahoma Hub will allow remote Smart phone control and visibility
Breakdown of the Costs
- Manufacture of Artemis roof blind £5,320 inclusive of VAT
- Bespoke Bracketry £900 inclusive of VAT (powder coated to same RAL as the Artemis system)
- Sun / wind sensors £190 inclusive of VAT
- Rain sensor £250 inclusive of VAT
- Manufacturing Survey £650 inclusive of VAT
- Installation Labour team per day £1250 (allowing one day for these works)
- Somfy Tahoma Hub / App £ Free Gift From WindowTreat
Total cost is £8,560 inclusive of VAT, manufacturing, survey and installation including sensors and controls.
Marketing Scheme Discount
- £300 discount
You have the option to take part in our marketing scheme. In return for the discount on your electric roof blinds, we ask for a recorded video conversation with Steve, our General Manager, along with multiple photos or videos (sent via We Transfer) of your finished installation. These will appear on our website.
This helps future customers understand our solutions and gives Steve valuable insight into how we can continue to improve our service. Your feedback plays a real part in shaping the experience for the next homeowner.
Marketing Scheme Video Feedback Example
Helen and Michael participated in the marketing scheme after investing in their exterior shading and give invaluable insight.
Supporting Links
WindowTreat Automated Shading Systems Terms & Conditions – WindowTreat
Bernard and Agnes: Cooling Their Dream Extension in Bristol – WindowTreat
Rachel I Artemis External Roof Blind I Customer Testimonial
Gail & Demetris I Artemis External Roof Blind I Customer Testimonial
Next Steps
I hope this report gives you a clear picture of how external shading can transform the comfort of your home. The best next step is a video call on Microsoft Teams. We can talk through the options for each skylight, answer any questions and agree the details before arranging a site survey. My diary is available below to find a suitable time.
If you prefer to correspond any concerns via email or telephone call please feel free to do so.
