This six tier ‘barrel’ rooflight measures some 700 sqM and features a SpanGard rooflight with integral ridge at the apex with the lower tiers on either side constructed using ThermGard patent glazing bars. High performance toughened and laminated DGUs featuring solar control glass provide the necessary insulation to maintain the optimum environment required to maintain longevity of the exhibits below. Careful installation by Lonsdale dealer, Roofglaze Ltd was necessary due to many of the larger exhibits remaining in-situ during the contract.
Project Summary
Brief:
A rooflight over the Cast Court installed in the Seventies had pretty much ‘given up the ghost’ and several leaks were apparent. There had been a history of glass cracking apparently without reason, which we attributed to thermal stress and poor edge cutting of the laminated glass. It was time for renewal.
Budget:
£190k
Testimonial:
“We were delighted with the finished result and Lonsdale’s committed help & advice” Sarah Drysdale, The V&A Museum
