Glazed Extensions
Strength from the best of both worlds
Liniar’s Daryl Fradley, explains how the Elevate lantern roof addresses common challenges faced by fabricators and installers
Lantern roofs have become a go-to choice for homeowners wanting to create bright spaces indoors. But not all lantern roof systems are created equal. A lantern roof’s long-term structural integrity is crucial to ensuring it doesn’t develop issues that could later require remedial work.
Daryl explains: “Elevate stands out by combining an aluminium roof bar with a twin-walled PVC-U top cap, achieving a perfect balance of strength, thermal efficiency, and durability.
“Manufactured to stringent guidelines, which were developed alongside a chartered Structural Engineer, the system’s components are precision-engineered for reliability. Elevate’s twin-walled top caps, extruded at Liniar’s state-of-the-art facilities in Derbyshire, use the same material as our premium quality window and door ranges.”
He continues: “The twin-walled design offers clear advantages over single-walled alternatives. By resisting heat-induced bending and warping, it ensures the seal between roof bars and glazing remains intact, protecting the roof’s integrity. Additionally, air pockets between the walls reduce heat transfer, delivering superior thermal performance in all seasons.”
Engineered for protection
Liniar’s Elevate system incorporates patented weather proofing technology for increased protection – a critical factor for installers in reducing seasonal call backs.
Daryl tells us: “Liniar’s patented Weather Dam forms an impenetrable seal at the junction between the ridge, hip bars, and glazing. In many roof systems on the market, this has historically been a typical point of failure. However, Elevate benefits from our unique Weather Dam technology which eliminates water ingress, greatly reducing the likelihood of callbacks due to leaks.
“Another standout feature is Liniar’s patented aluminium Glazing Stop, a mechanical barrier that prevents glazing units from slipping. Unlike adhesive solutions, which can degrade over time, or PVC-U stops, which may lack durability, the aluminium Glazing Stop offers lasting performance. It streamlines installation and ensures seals remain intact, protecting against water ingress and drafts.”
Benefits of the Elevate kit
“Elevate roofs come with a 10-year warranty and are available to order in bar lengths or as a complete kit fabricated by Liniar’s expert team. We find supplying Elevate in kit form presents several benefits for both fabricators and installers,” explains Daryl.
“Ordering is simple, with a lead time of just 5 days and kits come with everything required for quick, easy installation. Fabricators benefit from reduced stockholding and waste, and our Fabrication team serves as a single point of contact for support.”
Available in a wide range of foiled finishes, perfectly colour-matched to the full Liniar PVC-U window and door ranges, Elevate is designed with fabricators and installers in mind, combining cutting-edge technology with customer-focused benefits to make every project a success.
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