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Disappointing
This product is supposed to be extendable, however, you have to press hard with a nail to depress the button to change it because it sits below the level of the outer pole. The two poles are not actually linked in any way so you have to be careful not to end up pulling the top one out of the bottom one. Also, this means that it is very hard to actually match up the holes between the outer one and inner one, so you’ll pretty much only use it on the most extended setting. Wouldn’t recommend this to anyone.Read full review
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Does the job
We have incredibly high Velux windows on an awkward shaped staircase you wouldn't even reach easily reach with a ladder. This pole with additional extension section added has made really easy. I suspect the plastic hook could break easy so important to be gentle but now makes opening no problem at allRead full review
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Simple but effective.
Delivered on time and undamaged. It replaces a non-telescopic rod that makes it easier to reach the high window in our hallway. It seems sturdy and easy to use.
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Velux opens up . . .
Lightweight but feels a little flimsy – one of my Velux windows is high and large, so it was a bit of a struggle to yank it down Time will tell if it can withstand the yanking (a bit like Donald Trump's handshake)!Read full review
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Velux roof window pole
This item is absolutely necessary if you have a Velux roof window. It is of solid construction and easy to use. It is telescopic so you can set it to reach upto 1.8m with ease, wether opening or closing your window.Read full review
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Very Disappointed
This pole has two sections which clip together to extend the pole. Within less than 5 uses of the pole the clipping mechanism broke so the two parts no longer fit together. I was very gentle with the pole so there's no reason the clipping part should have stopped working, especially so soon!
This means that the pole cannot be extended, which is a problem as I bought it for very high windows, hence the need for an extension. This product is poor quality, I would not recommend it.Read full review
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Adjustable, lightweight and easy to use
Perfect, I can now open the window in the shower room, which I wouldn't have been able to reach otherwise!
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This is a good lightweight pole, which is easy to use, on high up velux windows.
Only Four stars as the hook is not very strong, however this is the only pole you can buy, that will work with these windows.
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Allround good
Easy order, quick turnaround, product good and functional, looks as expected. I'm not very tall but can now comfortably open our skylights which are approx. 3.5m up.
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Clunky
I'd recommend the pole only because you need something to open and close non-automated Velux windows and blinds. The pole is too clunky. A piece of mild steel that appears heavy enough to crack a window if it slips. The gripping end seems quite hard and some effort is needed to open and close the windows. I'm not sure whether, over time, it will scratch the window opener. I think a good designer could come up with something better.
You have to be very careful to open/close blinds to ensure it doesn't slip.Read full review
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