In this blog, we will discuss the most common types of skylights, including deck mounted skylights, curb mounted skylights, venting skylights, fixed skylights, the best skylight for metal roofs, sun tunnels, and the difference between a skylight and a roof window.
Deck Mounted Skylights
Curb mounted skylights
Deck mounted Skylight
Flashing a curb in preparation for skylight
The second type of skylight you’re likely to find on a residential roof would be a curb mounted skylight. A curb mounted skylight is skylight which sits on top of a curb, like a shoebox lid. The curb mounted skylight can be installed on just about any application from a flat roof, all the way up to an 85 degree roof.
Venting Skylights
Venting skylights are designed to provide both natural light and ventilation. They come in both deck and curb mounted styles, and are available in both manual and automatic models. These skylights are great for rooms that require extra ventilation, such as bathrooms or kitchens.
VELUX Solar Powered Venting Skylights
Fixed Skylights
Fixed skylights are the most basic type of skylight and are designed to provide natural light without ventilation. They come in both deck and curb mounted styles and are available in various sizes and shapes.
Skylights for Metal Roofs
If you have a metal roof, you’re probably wonder what is the best skylight for a metal roof? The best skylight for metal roofs is a curb mounted skylight that can be easily installed without requiring any cutting or drilling.
Sun Tunnels
Sun Tunnels are a type of skylight that are designed to channel natural light from the roof to interior spaces, such as hallways or closets. They are ideal for rooms that do not have direct access to natural light, and can be installed in both pitched and flat roofs.
Sun Tunnel Skylights
Skylight vs. Roof Window
What is the difference between a skylight and a roof window? Although we often see the term used interchangeably, there is a true difference. A skylight is meant to be out of reach and typically has a way to open the unit either electronically or with a pole. A roof window is meant to be within reach and its operation can be done by hand. A roof window is traditionally a European style of skylight. There is some crossover, as skylights often can be used in “in-reach” places but roof windows are hard to operate out of reach. Being in New England we see a large number of roof windows ready for replacement.
In conclusion, skylights are a great way to add natural light and provide ventilation and style to your home or workspace. With so many types of skylights available on the market, it’s important to choose the right one for your needs. Whether you prefer deck mounted or curb mounted skylights, venting or fixed skylights, or even sun tunnels, there’s a skylight out there that’s perfect for you.
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