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XL RoofLight Blinds

Monday, Dec 11, 2023 11:42 am

XL RoofLight Blinds are overhead pleated roof blind systems, specifically designed for lantern windows or any other rectangular ceiling space.
With XL RoofLight Blinds, you can dampen or completely block out sunlight, protect your privacy, limit outside noise and reduce heat loss on cold days.

XL RoofLight runs with a strong belt system so there’s no friction on cords. We aslo have a manual version! It’s called SkyLight and can be found here.

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On this page you will find answers to the below questions in relation to this XL RoofLight product:

1 - What are the features of the XL Rooflight blind?
2 - Photos: Closer look of the XL Skylight blind
4 - Installation photos
3 - Fabric samples for the interior of the XL RoofLight frame

Features

Product types

Standard Specification XL RoofLight and Custom Specification XL RoofLight

Essentially, the product is the same, however, the main difference is that the standard spec is restricted to our own motors and fabrics, and a slightly reduced maximum size

Product options

Profile colours: White, Dark Grey, Dark Coffee
Min Width Standard Motor (240v): 392mm
Min Width Battery Motor (battery inside the blind): 392mm
Max Width: 2100mm
Max Drop: 4000mm
Min Depth for Installation: 40mm
Side Channel Dimensions: 36mm H x 44mm W
Stacking option: single or double stack
Brush installation option
Ally Angle shelf kit: Ally angle kits are used for shelving on which you can sit the blind. A shelf is essential for fittin more than one XL RoofLight together into a recess.

PRO's

No visible guide wires when retracted. XL RoofLight has a ‘belt track’ system in the side channels. The belts in each side channel are synchronised to ensure the float bar runs straight every time. The belt track system removes the needs for tension.
Runs with a strong belt system so there’s no friction on cords
Almost blackout when used in a ceiling void
Low cost compared to other roller blind systems
Simple side fixing system
Battery power with solar also available

CON's

For non-motorised options, accessibility can be a challenge.

Min-max measures

Minimum depth for installation: 40mm (1.57 inches)
Side Channels size: 26mm x 34mm (1 inch x 1.5 inch)

Standard Specification XL RoofLight

Max area 5sqm
Max width 2000mm
Max drop 3500mm
Blinds over 2900mm drop will have joined side channels

Custom Specification XL Rooflight

There is no maximum coverage area.
Max width 2100mm
Max drop 4000mm - longer drops with narrow width can be manufactured.
Blinds over 2900mm drop can have joined side channels as an 'option' to reduce cost

Stacking Heights

Drop	Stacking
1400	93mm
1600	97mm
1800	102mm
2000	106mm
2200	110mm
2400	115mm
2600	119mm
2800	123mm
3000	128mm
3200	132mm
3400	137mm
3600	141mm
3800	146mm
4000	150mm

Parts of the product

Installation using an Aluminium Shelf Kit

A multi-blind installation should be done using a shelf on which you should sit the blinds. The shelf can be any size you like. A 25mm x 25mm aluminium angle can supplied, and can be specifed at the point of order. We will also supply the required self-drilling screws to join the side rails together.
When using a shelf, you should make sure that you have enough space above the installation to be able to lift the blinds in and over the lip of the shelf.

Operation

motorised XL RoofLight Blinds
battery operated
solar powerered

Depending on which power option you’ve chosen you’ll need to either connect the blind to 240v, or fit the solar panel and connect it to the blind. If fitting a solar panel, simply position it somewhere where it will catch the light. Once the battery is fully charged, you can expect power to last up to four months. The solar panel simply needs to trickle charge the battery over time.

We also have a manual version! It’s called SkyLight.

Power options

AC-DC POWER TRANSFORMER
This is useful for simple mains power connections

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK
A battery charger will be supplied as standard. Each battery charge will last up to 4 months when used twice a day (size dependant of course)

BATTERY WITH SOLAR POWER TRICKLE CHARGER
Add a solar panel to the battery pack and the battery pack will stay topped-up constantly.

SOMFY MOTORS
We offer Somfy motors and controls.

ELLARD MOTORS
We offer Ellard Motors and controls.

BATTERY WITH SOLAR POWER TRICKLE CHARGER
Solar panels are available for both Somfy and Ellard motor systems.

Controllers

6 Channel Handset
Connect up to 6 channels with this handset (white only)
Comes as standard on the ‘Standard’ spec XL RoofLight.

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Single Channel Switch
This single channel switch is a remote transmitter and doesn’t need cables.
Stick it or screw it to the wall. Suitable for non-battery (AC powered) motors only

9 / 99 Channel Handset
This style comes in either a 9 channel or 99 channel version
Suitable for non-battery (AC powered) motors only

Hardware Access Panels

The standard form of XL RoofLight is to have the access panels showing down towards the room. It makes setup and future maintenance easier. Alternatively, you can ahve the access panels facing upwards. This makes the blind's finish smoother, but may make future maintenance more difficult.

Photos: Closer look of the XL RoofLight blind

Installation photos

Fabric samples

Fabric is cellular (double walled), and typically an opaque (or blackout) standard. The most popular colour is white, since most ceiling are white.

Our Blackout fabrics are foil lined for maximum insulation and heat retention/reflection. These are the lowest cost fabrics we sell. We also offer both blackout and translucent fabrics.

We are able to fit the XL RoofLight blind with a translucent fabric, however it must be of the cellular type.

Profile colours available are white, dark grey and dark coffee colours.

QUOTE / APPOINTMENT FORM

AdamsBlinds

We measure, supply and fit premium made-to-measure window blinds, shutters and outdoor shadings throughout London and surrounding areas.

Did you know?
Our blinds and shutters supply, measuring and fitting service is available in:

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