Roof Window FAQ

HandiLite Roof Windows are markedly different from those of our main competitors in a number of ways;

The HandiLite Roof Window PLUS is glazed with 6mm Toughened Viridian ‘SmartGlass’* and comes fitted with a standard fitted nylon flyscreen.

*Viridian SmartGlass is an Australian manufactured energy efficient glass that reflects heat to actively insulate your home’s roof. The unique Hard Low-E coating reflects Australia's notorious summer heat away from your windows, keeping your home cooler. At night or during winter, it reflects heat inward, keeping your home warmer. This reduces your heating and cooling bills year round.

The HandiLite Roof Window PLUS is also available with a high quality solar blockout blind and pleated nylon shadescreen for an additional cost. Both the blind and screen are fully retractable when not in use for a sleek modern finish

The HandiLite Roof Window PLUS can also be supplied with coloured external flashings, meaning the windows are an appealing visual feature when viewed from the outside as well as from inside.

The HandiLite Roof Window PLUS can be supplied with a 240V infrared remote controlled motor for ease of use. This simple Power’n’Play feature makes the window operation simple and convenient. The cordless radio remote is also supplied with a wall mounted bracket ensuring you can always find it when you need it.

Note: A licensed electrician will have to provide a 240V source in your roof cavity

HandiLite Roof Windows are designed with a roof specific soaker tray which is fabricated to suit Tile, Corrugated Iron or Deck Profile roofs. These roof profiles are not interchangeable so ensure you order the window type which is right for your roof.

Also note, HandiLite Roof Windows can be installed, without modification, to roof pitches as low as 2 degrees. All Roof Windows will be fabricated to suit installation long side running down fall of roof unless otherwise specified.

Acol’s standard range double glaze is 4mm toughened/6mm Argon/4mm toughened Clear DGU. This glass’s performance criteria ratings are;

UV Transmission= 52; U Value= 2.6; and SHGC = 0.74.

Viridian SmartGlass is an Australian manufactured energy efficient glass that reflects heat to actively insulate your home’s roof. By direct comparison the performance criteria ratings for SmartGlass are;

UV Transmission= 41; U Value= 3.7 and SHCG= 0.53.

The unique Hard Low-E coating of SmartGlass reflects Australia's notorious summer heat away from your windows during daylight hours, keeping your home cooler. While at night or during winter, it reflects heat inward, keeping your home warmer. This reduces your heating and cooling bills year round.

There is always opportunity for heat to pass through any window and enter your home. For this reason HandiLite Roof Window PLUS is available with a blockout blind.

This combined with the Active Insulation Technology of the Viridian Smart Glass means the HandiLite Roof Window PLUS is uniquely designed to offer the best protection for your home and family from the Australian sun.

HandiLite Roof Windows are supplied with a zinc soaker tray as standard. However, at HandiLite we are able to fabricate all exterior flashings out of high grade Colorbond® Steel to match your existing roofing or tile colour. Simply nominate the colour you require on your order. There is a slight additional charge for this option

HandiLite Roof Windows have a revolutionary one-piece frame and soaker tray which is designed to simplify the installation process.  Installation to the roof level of any home should be well within the capabilities of any experienced home handyman. Click here for installation instructions. However, it must be remembered that installing your Roof Window to your roof is only half the job.

The interior finishing of the project must also be considered. Many homes will require an interior shaft to be boxed out and plastered. This sort of project will certainly require the involvement of someone with considerable construction experience, if not a qualified tradesman. Also consider that the 240 volt motor accompanying the remotely operated windows will require access to a standard power outlet.

 If you do not have such a power source in a suitable position to operate the window you may need to engage a qualified electrician to provide this outlet.

All HandiLite Opening Windows are designed for ease of use. Our standard model is supplied with a slimline chain operator and winder handle. For windows which are too high for standard operation we also offer a 3 metre extension rod and hook system which is simple to use and inexpensive to purchase.

For ‘state of the art’ operation the HandiLite Roof Window PLUS is available with a high quality 240volt ‘Power’n’Play’  remote motor. Simple, modern and functional options for any home and any budget

HandiLite Roof Windows PLUS sash and awning system is designed to shed rain, hail and even snow away from the window opening in all but the most extreme weather conditions. We also offer the option an electric rain sensor which operates in tandem with the remote motor.

 This can be easily installed on any roof by a qualified electrician. A single remote sensor has sufficient range to operate multiple windows on the same roof top.

The HandiLite Range of Roof Windows are exclusive to our premiere hardware partners and are limited to the standard sizes, finishes and features listed in the point of sale material available in store.

 The manufacturer is able to fabricate custom windows to suit the needs of individual customers, however the windows will not be part of the Roof Window PLUS range and, as such, may not be available with the same features or options as our standard range. Price variations may also be applicable depending on the required customization.