A Danish window manufacturing company called Velux has developed what could be the next big thing. Known as the Velux Cabrio, these windows are installed onto rooftops and are a great way to bring some life into your attic-space by providing it with natural light, ventilation and openness.

How Do They Work?

The windows are quite simple to operate. When not in use, they are simply fixed windows. They look good and they provide your room with an abutment amount of natural light. To turn it into a balcony, all you do is unlock the levers and push the windows outwards. The top half of the window folds outwards to provide you with some head space and the bottom half folds downwards and provides you with a fenced off environment.

Features

Thermo Technology
The windows uses high-performance materials to provide excellent thermal performance.
No Leak Promise
Velux provides a 10-year installation warranty, 20 years on glass, and 10 years on product.
Built-In Air Filter
There is a built-in reusable air filter that keeps dust outside and promotes clean air in your home.

What Else Should I Know?

Availability

Velux products are available in both Canada and the United States at a local home improvement stores such as Home Depot and Lowe's. For more information regarding availability, please visit the Velux website

Pricing

The pricing for the window is based on your roofing condition. For those with a roof cavity and want to replacing their existing skylight, the price will range between $4,450 - $4,850 USD for each window. On the other hands, for those who want a new skylight, the price will range between $5,350 - $5950 due to the labor of cutting a cavity into your roof.

Customization

The windows offer a couple of customization assortments to fit personal preference. Beginning with the interior finish, the window can be either a pine finish which will illuminate a nature feel thanks to its wooden appearance or a simple but elegant white coat. Regarding exterior finishes, Velux offers three choices. One of the choices is a gray aluminum finish, this is their normal finish that comes with every window by default. The two other choices are called Copper and Titanium Zinc and these must be requested in order to get them manufacture. In all, there are six different combinations to choose from when choosing these balcondow - balcony windows.