Roof lantern

[TheGlitterati]

We are considering putting a roof lantern in our west facing kitchen but we already struggle with the heat from the patio doors in the summer.

can anyone advise? Any mitigating factors? A flat out don’t do it? I don’t want to be unable to cook in summer as it’s stifling or be freezing in winter.

If it's to boost the amount of daylight,consider getting sun tunnels instead. They work dazzlingly well and don't transfer heat/cold.

Perhaps get one that opens so you improve ventilation?

Definitely get one that opens. For ventilation and so you don’t get trapped insects. An opening rooflight will be cheaper than an opening lantern.

An awning or shade sail or even a big parasol just outside your doors will help a lot with overheating in summer.

You can also get electric blinds that go across a lantern on the inside to reduce glare and heat, but they are less effective than a shade on the outside as the heat has already got in iyswim. Also I suspect they collect flies.

We use a parasol for the doors already but not sure what we could do for the roof lantern.

i like the look of a lantern more than any of the other options. Opening ones are quite pricey though.

Don't sun tunnels have a tendancy to leak?

You could always look at tinted glass for your roof lantern or adding reflective film. Will still let light in but will keep heat out.