The Basics of Skylights: Improving the Quality of Natural Light In Your Home.

Rooms filled with natural light and fresh air are more beautiful, spacious and uplifting to our spirits.

"With added natural light and ventilation from skylights, homeowners have attractive and effective tools to balance the light and improve ventilation in their homes," says Joe Patrick, senior product manager with VELUX America.

Here are some tips on the product categories available, how to choose the right product, installation information and tips on energy efficiency.

Product Selection
Skylights are used for overhead, out-of-reach applications or with in-reach applications where egress is not required. Available models include electric or manual venting, fixed with or without ventilation flap, and fixed for replacing faded plastic bubbles with clear, energy-efficient glass.

There are also models specially designed to meet code for safe use in hurricane-prone areas as well as models with electrochromic glass that can be lightened or darkened by remote control and that don't restrict the view to the sky.

Roof windows are for in-reach applications offering egress as in finished attics.VELUX SUN TUNNEL™ skylights are useful when a view to the outside is not needed as with closets, laundry rooms, pantries, hallways and second baths.


How to Choose
Remember to consider your ceiling style and roof pitch and whether your home is constructed with trusses or rafters.

It all depends on your needs:

*Electric or manual venting skylights are designed for any room requiring natural ventilation (such as kitchens and baths), where electric operation is desired.

* Fixed skylights are great for visually expanding areas such as hallways, stairwells and other closed-in, dark spaces that can be transformed with natural light and sky views. They provide an economical alternative in creating a spacious home that is filled with natural light.

Accessories

There are many different accessory options available depending on what your wants and needs are. Ranging from Cellular, and solar shades, controls for the light including translucent or light block shades, insect screens, venetian blinds and exterior heat block awnings. Electric skylights, can be operated by remote control.

GlazingEnergy-efficient tempered safety glass resists condensation, protects against fading and won't discolor, leak, or allow drafts. Models with electrochromic glass that darkens by remote control to reduce light and solar gain without restricting the view to the sky are also available.

Installation

Almar Building is a local Velux certified Installer who offer not only terrific service, but also great communication, professional service, and 5 Year Instillation Warranties.

Energy Efficiency

Save money on utility bills by selecting quality products meeting Energy Star® approval guidelines and rated by the National Fenestration Rating Council.For an in-home evaluation and assistance in choosing the right skylight products to bring additional natural light and ventilation into your home, contact Almar Skylights & Solar Solutions.

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