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Read blog articles, written by our resident experts, on a range of rooflight and roof window subjects. These informative articles provide a useful insight into a range of subjects such as rooflight specification, Building Regulations, and general guidance and advice on specifying the right rooflight for your project.

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Arthur Jameson

Arthur Jameson is the Factory Manager at Stella Rooflight, overseeing the manufacturing of the company’s high-quality conservation rooflights. Arthur ensures that every rooflight produced meets the company’s exacting standards for quality and performance.

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Ceawlin Hickman

Ceawlin Hickman is a prominent figure in the UK glass industry and Technical Director of Cornwall Glass. He is a frequent speaker at industry events, sharing insights on trends such as sustainable building materials, glass innovation, and the role of glazing in modern architecture.

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Max Burgess

Max Burgess is the Senior Carpenter at Stella, where he overseas the production of the rooflight hardwood liners. With over 20 years of experience in woodworking Max is known for his craftsmanship and  exceptional attention to detail.

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Paul Trace

Paul Trace is the visionary Director of Stella Rooflight. With over 30 years of experience in the conservation rooflight industry. A trusted voice in the industry, Paul regularly collaborates with architects and conservation experts and is a regular media commentator.

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Stacey Sheppard

Stacey Sheppard is a writer and author of the award-winning The Design Sheppard blog. She writes about all things interior design-related and is an expert on biophilic design. The Design Sheppard has been consistently ranked as one of the top interior design blogs in the UK.

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Stewart Rowles MIoR

Stewart is the Managing Director of Master Roofers UK, an organisation dedicated to improving the standard of roofing in the UK through education and training, recognising skills, and sharing vital resources and articles relating to the traditional craft we call roofing.

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Tim Fuge

Tim Fuge is one of the UK's leading Leadwork specialists. With over 20 years experience and a reputation of outstanding craftsmanship, Tim provides a range of services including both traditional and contemporary leadwork solutions. 

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Fixed vs Opening Rooflights – What are the Pros and Cons?

Choosing the right rooflight design for your project is important both from an aesthetical and practical viewpoint. Of course you’ll want your rooflight to look good and perform well, but one of the other major considerations which you’ll want to factor in, is whether your rooflight has the ability to open or not. Learn the […]

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Part L Building Regulations for Rooflights and Thermal Performance

Understand Part L building regulations for rooflights. Learn about U-values, thermal performance, and compliance for energy efficiency. Why the need for new regulations? A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being driven by a tightening of the Building Regulations surrounding energy efficiency standards for homes. The Ministry […]

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Rooflights – A Self-Builders’ Guide

Discover rooflight tips for self-builders when choosing, installing, and maintaining conservation rooflights. Practical advice when choosing a rooflight for your home When specifying rooflights for your self-build project there are other aspects to consider beyond the shape, size, and the materials that it is made from. However, with so many options available, choosing the most […]

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Historic Buildings, Rooflights and UK Building Regulations

Conservation rooflights have become increasingly popular in recent years, as they offer a way to bring natural light into buildings while maintaining their historic character. However, when it comes to installing conservation rooflights in historic buildings, there are specific building regulations that must be considered. In this article, learn about UK building regulations for rooflights […]

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When Does Cost Outweigh Conservation?

Having emerged from the pandemic, businesses and homeowners are beset by the rising costs of fuel and materials, economic shockwaves from the war in Ukraine and stark warnings of 11% inflation from the Bank of England. This is compounded by ongoing building supply issues that are still being experienced as a result of Brexit. Explore […]

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How Much Does a Rooflight Cost?

Rooflights are a perfect way to introduce natural daylight into any room, whether that’s to brighten a living space or flood a bedroom with light. Discover the factors affecting conservation rooflight costs. Learn about materials, sizes, and features to budget effectively. When considering how much does a rooflight cost, it very much depends on the […]

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Rooflights and Security – What You Need to Know

Learn about rooflights and security to ensure your home remains safe. Discover essential tips for securing rooflights. Something people often ask when considering having a rooflight installed is whether they’re a security risk or not. After all, there’s no point having a gorgeous feature put into your home if it’s going to jeopardise its safety. […]

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Daylight and Design – Natural Light into House Design

Discover how natural light in house design can enhance aesthetics and wellbeing. Learn to integrate daylight effectively. Over the past couple of years, thanks to the Coronavirus pandemic, we have all realised just how important our home spaces are in our lives. They’re where we eat, sleep and socialise with our families. They’re our sanctuary […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Bespoke Rooflights

When it comes to unique features in your home, you simply can’t beat something bespoke; entirely custom-made for your property. When it comes to roof windows, off-the-shelf alternatives just can’t compete with the quality, performance and appearance of a Stella bespoke rooflight. In this guide discover the benefits and customisation options in our bespoke rooflights […]

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