A FAKRO balcony-window is the standout option in this 2021 product overview: it opens from a roof window into a small balcony with side safety bars. It is not a substitute for an ordinary skylight, however. The stated pitch range was 35 to 55 degrees, so roof geometry comes first.
FAKRO also showed fixed, manually vented, electric-vented, and solar-vented deck-mounted skylights, plus glass and metal roof hatches for flat roofs. The 2021 prices, configurations, sizes, and warranty statements below are source-era details only. Confirm current FAKRO availability, specifications, warranty terms, and pricing before making a purchase decision.
The balcony-window is a pitch-specific attic product
FAKRO described the displayed balcony-window as 100 inches long by 30 inches wide. The upper portion can pivot for cleaning or maintenance, while opening the unit creates the balcony configuration. Side bars provide the stated safety feature.
Its stated 35-to-55-degree roof-pitch range is the key limitation. This product is intended for an attic application where a roof window can provide an outward opening and view, not simply overhead daylight. Have an appropriate local professional assess whether this option is feasible for the roof and space.
Fixed daylight or solar-operated ventilation?
FAKRO listed fixed, manually vented, electric-vented, and solar-vented deck-mounted skylights in the 2021 video. A fixed unit serves a daylight-focused need. The vented choices add opening capability, while the solar-vented model shown included a remote control, rain sensors, and a solar panel.
FAKRO said the rain sensor closes that solar-vented unit when it detects moisture. The exterior solar shade shown was optional, not included with the skylight. FAKRO described its purpose as helping protect the glass from sun heating it.
FAKRO prices and warranties stated in 2021
FAKRO stated that a two-by-four fixed deck-mounted skylight could cost about $350 and that the solar-vented model shown retailed for about $1,300. The video identified 22 by 46 inches as a popular skylight size. These were 2021 product-price references, not installed-project prices.
FAKRO also stated a 10-year warranty on the unit and a 20-year warranty on the glass for the solar-vented model discussed. Verify the current warranty for the exact product under consideration, including its terms and coverage.
Flat-roof hatches: glass for light or metal for access
For flat commercial or residential roofs, FAKRO showed a glass roof hatch with triple-glazed laminated glass and a metal roof-hatch alternative. The glass version can bring daylight through the opening; the metal version replaces the glass with a metal hatch.
FAKRO described thermal insulation and condensation-management features for these hatch products. For its curb-mounted and deck-mounted skylights, FAKRO described an interior seal that does not touch the glass and a path for water to weep to the outside. FAKRO also marketed these skylights as leak-proof. Those are manufacturer statements, not a guarantee of performance in every application.
A product-led way to narrow the choice
Start with the feature that changes the project: the balcony-window only fits the stated 35-to-55-degree pitch range; a fixed skylight is the simpler daylight option; and the solar-vented model adds remote operation, a rain sensor, and an optional exterior shade. For a flat roof, decide whether the opening needs daylight through glass or a metal access hatch.
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Source: FAKRO product overview
FAQ
What roof pitch did FAKRO state for its balcony-window?
FAKRO stated in the 2021 video that the balcony-window is suitable for roof pitches between 35 and 55 degrees. Confirm current specifications before relying on that range.
How large was the FAKRO balcony-window shown?
The displayed balcony-window was described as 100 inches long by 30 inches wide in the 2021 video.
What did a FAKRO fixed skylight cost in the 2021 video?
FAKRO stated that a two-by-four fixed deck-mounted skylight could run about $350. This was a 2021 product reference price, so confirm current pricing and availability.
What features were shown on the FAKRO solar-vented skylight?
The 2021 solar-vented model shown included a remote control, rain sensors, and a solar panel. FAKRO said the exterior solar shade was optional.
When is a FAKRO glass roof hatch different from a metal roof hatch?
FAKRO showed both for flat-roof applications. The glass hatch uses triple-glazed laminated glass and can bring daylight through the opening, while the alternative uses a metal hatch.
