RoofLITE+ Flat Roof - Opening or fixed? Finding the right RoofLITE+ flat roof window for you
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Sterlingbuild
- 7 Apr 2022
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Opening or fixed? Finding the right RoofLITE+ flat roof window
When looking at flat roof windows, you will have to choose whether you want a fixed or opening window. Here we will

If you have decided on having a flat roof window installed, firstly, that is great news – your home will reap the benefits of them immediately and your property will become much lighter and brighter.
However, what proves to be a harder decision is whether you want a fixed flat roof window or an opening one. While both will give you the light you crave, both also have features aside from the obvious that makes them unique.
flat roof windows the RoofLITE+ FRF (fixed) and the RoofLITE+ FRE (opening), to help you gain a better understanding.

The similarities
RoofLITE+ offer high-quality windows at affordable prices and, as part of this commitment, both flat roof products come with a 10-year guarantee as standard, so, whichever you choose, you know you’re getting a reliable product.
Next, both flat roof window options are extremely easy to maintain. Both feature a special, easy-to-clean coating on the external glass, while the internal surface is designed to be easy to wipe.
Both options also have a 4mm, scratch-proof, toughened glass cover, laminated internal glass, easy installation as well as coming with all the fixing screws and brackets as standard.
There is also a low energy insulating glass unit inside and either option can be kitted out with the, as this is designed to fit both models.

The differences
The final decision is completely down to what you need for your property. If you would like to add some air into the room the flat roof window is in, then the FRE is the better option.
Equally, if you looking to add automation to your smart home, then the FRE is the only choice, given that you can operate it electronically, at the touch of a button.
Regardless, while both do differ in terms of operation, they both will bring the same benefits to your house – the same light will come through, the same sound will be kept out, the same guarantee will be there and the same ease of maintenance applies to both, too.
If you are still unsure and would like to talk it through with someone, our team of expert advisors are on hand to make sure you know all the ins and outs on both fixed and opening windows! You can contact us here.