Remodeling: Skylights

Super Sunlight: Velux Solar Powered Fresh Air Skylight

Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:58 EST

By taking advantage of tax credits, in some cases homeowners can pay less for this solar-powered operable skylight than for a fixed model.

Fakro Skylights

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:41:03 EST

Fakro skylights' features help eliminate common complaints associated with skylights, such as glass and frame condensation.

Power Windows: High-Performance Photovoltaic Glass Units

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:47:54 EST

Pythagoras Solar's photovoltaic glass units combine low-E selective glass with integral PV cells and optics.

Illuminating Design: Grazing Skylights

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:06:23 EST

Skylights come in all shapes and sizes. Their location in a room can influence the quality of the space, shaping one's experience of the light that connects inside to outside, house to sky. And the difference between a skylight in the center of the room versus one alongside a wall is dramatic. In the case of the latter, the sunlight entering the space grazes the wall at certain times of the day to create patterns in light. This can lend drama to a space and accentuate the material of the wall itself, highlight objects placed upon them, or reflect the light to increase the ambience of the space.

Low Profile: Velux Flat Glass Sun Tunnel

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:48:57 EST

After success in Europe, the domeless flat glass Sun Tunnel is making its way to the U.S.

Beyond Beauty: Whole-House Remodel in Washington, D.C.

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:33:08 EST

A 100-year-old row house gets a makeover, opening up the cramped interior to admit fresh air and light.

Wasco Skylights 30-30 Triple Glazed Series Skylights

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:36:28 EST

New 30-30 Triple Glazed Series energy-efficient skylights meet federal requirements for energy-efficiency tax credits under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Velux No Leak Skylight

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 11:53:23 EST

In a series of upgrades to its deck-mounted skylight product line, the No Leak Skylight features a "Deck Seal" that provides an air and water barrier for leak-proof installation.

Solar Innovations Timber Wall Wood Curtain Wall System

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 11:53:23 EST

The Timber Wall wood curtain wall system is made to accommodate all design conditions, including vertical, sloped, or integrated vertical and sloped.

Solatube Introduces First Tax Credit-Eligible Tubular Daylighting Device

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:38:31 EST

Two new models labeled with the eChoice brand meet strict U-factor and solar heat gain coefficient requirements.

ODL Solar Powered Dimmer

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:34:24 EST

The maker's Energy Star-qualified tubular skylight can now be managed by a Solar Powered Dimmer. The dimmer allows users to control the amount of natural light entering the home.

Adding Natural Light to Enhance Your Design

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:15:59 EST

Natural light can enhance a home and lift the spirits of its inhabitants. Architect Michael Klement discusses some factors to consider when designing with natural light.

New Products for the High-end Remodeling Market

Wed, 6 Jun 2012 11:51:53 EST

New interior and exterior products for high-end remodeling.

Skylights

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 09:47:07 EST

Products: Skylights

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 09:04:17 EST

The latest in skylights.

Product Options for Skylights

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:43:35 EST

A variety of skylight styles and options to use in the home.

Skylight product shines

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:25:04 EST

Installing a skylight can be a simple one-off job or the icing on the cake of a larger remodeling project. Either way, Matt Philbin sleeps better knowing he won't get callbacks on the Velux skylights he uses exclusively.

New skylight products

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:23:26 EST

Velux. Designed to allow maximum daylight and ventilation, the GDL Cabrio balcony roof window features innovative dual-sash operation. The top sash opens for maximum ventilation while the bottom sash opens outward, providing access to the outdoors. The windows have floor-to-ceiling ComfortPlus Low-E2 laminated glass. The windows' design makes them ideal for attics and above-garage bonus rooms, says the maker. 800.283.2831. www.veluxusa.com.

Skylight Retrofit Red Flags

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:06:47 EST

When it comes to retrofitting skylights, two aspects of the job —framing the light well and flashing the unit — have the greatest potential for problems. Framing is typically only a problem in trussed roofs, but, says veteran remodeler Les Deal of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, “All of the houses I'm working on have trusses.”

In Focus: Skylights

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:00:37 EST

New products come in an array of configurations and styles.