How to enjoy the attic even on hot days

How to stop the heat? Even before it reaches the window!
“To achieve the best protection against the hot summer sun, it is necessary to capture sunlight before it hits the glass of the window. That is why sun heat-blocking accessories are installed on the outside of the window,” warns Tomáš Švec, product manager at VELUX. Interior accessories mainly provide shading or darkening of the room and also have a significant decorative function.

The outdoor awning is made of mesh, so it doesn't obstruct the view from the window. The way the outdoor awning attaches to the window also allows for ventilation in the room.

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The most effective solution against overheating in the attic is provided by the outdoor roller shutter, which can capture up to 96% of heat from sunlight before it hits the glass. The outdoor roller shutter protects the room from heat in summer and, conversely, prevents heat loss of up to 16% in winter. It allows for complete darkening of the interior from daylight and also protects roof windows from adverse weather conditions or falling objects like branches from surrounding trees. The noise from rain and hail can be reduced by up to 3 dB, which is perceived by people in the room as a halving of the noise level. Additionally, the outdoor roller shutter ensures privacy and protects against curious glances from your neighbors. The outdoor roller shutter can be combined with any interior shading accessory and can be installed retroactively.

All VELUX outdoor roller shutters are designed for high durability. The main part of the shutter consists of double aluminum slats filled with polyurethane foam and connected by rubber seals. The shutters are available in a standard dark gray shade (like roof windows) or in a light gray version for combination with titanium-zinc windows. All shutters undergo strict testing even under extreme conditions.

VELUX has several types of outdoor roller shutters in its portfolio. They can be controlled either manually or by remote control. In the latter case, you can choose between electric and solar power. The solar-powered outdoor roller shutter by VELUX has won the iF Product Design Award 2012 and the Red Dot Design Award 2012 for its design. The jury praised the design detail where the solar panel does not protrude from the shutter but is an integral part of it.

New product in outdoor roller shutters – simple outdoor roller shutter by VELUX
6 in 1 – Advantages of the simple outdoor roller shutter
1.    Protection against overheating
2.    Energy savings
3.    Complete darkening
4.    Noise reduction from rain
5.    Safety – protection of the roof window
6.    Privacy

Since May this year, VELUX has introduced a new product – a manually operated simple outdoor roller shutter. It combines six advantages in one (see table). With the simple outdoor roller shutters from VELUX, you will gain protection from heat in summer and save on heating in winter. Rapid and easy installation takes no more than an hour for a skilled installation company. Simple manual operation allows you to open and close the simple outdoor roller shutter in a matter of seconds. The roof window with the installed shutter can be tilted using the upper control handle by 180°, and the shutter automatically snaps into the inner frame of the roof window in the upper position; after tilting the window back to its original position, it is drawn down. The roof window can remain slightly open even when the outdoor roller shutter is closed, allowing fresh air to flow in. One of the benefits of the simple outdoor roller shutter is also its price. Compared to existing manually operated outdoor roller shutters from VELUX, it is 20% cheaper.

Outdoor awning – create shade and coolness
Another simple and effective way to protect the interior from excessive sunlight is the outdoor awning by VELUX, which has a mesh structure. It is primarily made of fiberglass wrapped in plastic, characterized by high strength and color stability. You can choose from three different density levels, with the higher the density, the more effective the protection against sunlight. The awning reduces the penetration of solar heat through the window into the attic by up to 82%, thereby creating a pleasant climate indoors during the summer months. You can keep it drawn down all summer long, as the mesh structure of the awning does not obstruct the view outside. The outdoor awning can be controlled not only manually but can also be operated remotely, with options for electric or solar power.

Advantageous duo set DOP saves 15% off the price
This spring, VELUX also comes out with another novelty. The advantageous summer package DOP, which combines an outdoor awning with an interior completely black-out roller shutter. When purchasing it, you save 15% off the price compared to buying the products separately. The awning, as an outdoor accessory, reduces the heat penetration into the interior
and thus prevents overheating of the room even on sultry summer days. The interior roller shutter completely darkens the room during the day or night and enhances your interior design. In the summer package, it will be available in white, beige, and dark blue (which are the long-term most popular colors). The combination of both products is therefore an ideal solution for hot summer days and nights.

More information can be found at www.velux.cz.