Lighting in your DIY tiled roof conservatory is vital as it will impact the ambience within the space you build. Natural lighting will make the room feel light and airy while offering a few health benefits too.

Despite first thoughts, adding plenty of natural light to your tiled roof conservatory is possible using either a roof lantern or a skylight.

Below we explore the benefits of each natural light feature for your conservatory.

Benefits of natural light in your tiled roof conservatory

Before diving into the various ways you can add natural light to your conservatory, it is important to understand the overall benefits of having natural light in your home.

Exposure to natural light can have a positive impact on your well-being. It has been linked to improved mood, increased productivity, and better overall well-being. It can also help regulate the body’s circadian rhythm, promoting better sleep patterns and a sense of alertness during the day.

Moreover, during the daytime, natural light reduces the need for artificial lighting, which helps save energy and lowers electricity bills.

With energy efficiency in mind, sunlight can also naturally warm up the conservatory, especially during colder months, reducing the need for additional heating. However, proper shading or ventilation may be necessary during hot days to prevent overheating.

Natural light will also impact the feeling of the room as it can create an illusion of space, making the conservatory feel larger and more open. This effect is particularly noticeable when the conservatory has large windows, skylights, or roof lanterns that let in ample daylight. These features will create a bright and inviting atmosphere, making the conservatory a pleasant place to spend time in. It is likely to also highlight the surrounding décor, plants, and furnishings, amplifying their beauty.

So, how do you enhance the natural light in your tiled roof conservatory?

Benefits of a roof lantern on a tiled roof conservatory

Adding a roof lantern to your tiled roof conservatory offers several advantages.

Due to it being a large glass structure, it floods the conservatory with natural light from multiple angles, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. This maximises daylight exposure throughout the day and reduces the need for artificial lighting.

The design also gives the impression of height and spaciousness, as it is elevated above the roof line, making the conservatory feel bigger and more open.

While it creates the illusion of more space, it also works as an architectural focal point for you to work around with the rest of your design, and with their range of designs, shapes and sizes, you are certain to find a roof lantern that fits your style and aesthetic of the room.

The range of roof lanterns available also allows you to find one that fits perfectly with the type of conservatory you are building, allowing you to fit one in with a gable-end conservatory, a Victorian conservatory, or an Edwardian conservatory.

Once the shape and size have been determined, you can also look into ventilation options, allowing the roof lantern to help regulate temperatures within the conservatory and circulate airflow. This can prevent overheating by allowing hot air to escape while providing ample natural light.

A final advantage of a roof lantern in your tiled roof conservatory is that a well-designed and well-installed roof lantern can increase the overall value of a property. Its aesthetic appeal and functional benefits can be attractive features for potential buyers.

However, a roof lantern might not be suitable for your conservatory.

Benefits of a skylight on a tiled roof conservatory

Introducing a skylight into a conservatory can offer several advantages, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of the space.

As well as increasing the amount of natural light entering your conservatory, a skylight can be designed to incorporate ventilation options, allowing fresh air to circulate the space and providing an outlet for warm air to escape.

The skylight will introduce natural light from above, which often creates a sense of spaciousness, making it feel larger and more open.

With advanced glazing options, a skylight can improve energy efficiency by reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day, thereby decreasing electricity usage.

Finally, like a roof lantern, a conservatory with a thoughtfully placed and well-installed skylight can positively impact the overall value of a property because its aesthetic appeal and functional benefits can be attractive features for potential buyers.