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Velux Sun Tunnels in Entryway

August 17, 2020

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We need more light in our entryway! The owners of this home, built in 2013, in the Village of Five Parks neighborhood in Arvada, CO contacted us with the desire to add a Sun Tunnel in there entryway. At our in home consultation, it was …

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Velux Daylight Lamp

February 25, 2019May 15, 2010

World-famous Designer Develops Daylight Lamp for VELUX Group

Daylighting is essential to our health and Velux’s Sun Tunnel is a great way to bring light into a residential home.

Denver Church Renovation

March 22, 2020July 29, 2009

Contractor renovates a church after successfully renovating schools Over the past year Skylight Specialists has completed the installation of 24 Velux Skylights on a Church renovation northwest of downtown Denver.

Skylights and Daylighting

March 22, 2020November 21, 2006

Skylights and their uses. Skylights are becoming more popular as people realize that quality skylights perform well and cost less, especially for tube-lites or Sun Tunnels. Architects are finding that natural daylight is crucial in their designs for people to feel welcome in their spaces …

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Can tubular skylights be installed through a second story?

March 22, 2020May 8, 2006

The many uses of Sun Tunnel skylights Yes, you can light up a room when there is another room above the room you are trying to lighten. There are a couple of things to keep in mind: The tube needs to pass through the upper …

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New Skylights

March 22, 2020April 7, 2006

Skylight Installs It is easier than you realize to install a skylight into your home. That being said it is also harder to accomplish this project successfully than we make it look. Every install is a little different. Call us and we can help you …

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Skylight Condensation

March 22, 2020April 3, 2006

Why do some skylights “perspire” and leak water into the home Condensation on windows and skylights can be not only troublesome but cause damage to finishes and substructures. This problem can occur when it is cold outside and warm inside, especially with moist air. This …

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Solar Tubes

March 22, 2020April 3, 2006

Velux has an updated Sun Tunnel Model Velux has improved their Sun Tunnel product. It is easier to install, has a factory sealed double glazed ceiling lens and has an adjustable flashing kit for pitched roofs. Velux continues to improve all of their products over …

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What Is a Curb Mounted* Skylight?

A curb is simply a wooden box that is built higher than the roof and flashed (sealed) to become part of the roof.

The skylight is then dropped over the curb—much like the lid of a shoe box—and attached from the outside.

*Required for roof slopes LESS than 3/12 (14°).

What Is Skylight Flashing?

VELUX EDL Fl. Kit

Flashing is usually comprised of shaped metal in three components:

Head flashing—at the top of the skylight.
Sill flashing—at the bottom of the skylight.
Step flashing—interwoven with the shingles along the sides of the skylight.

Flashing seals the skylight against the harshest extremes of weather and makes either a deck mount skylight or a skylight curb part of the roof itself.

What Is a Deck Mounted Skylight?

A deck mount skylight—unlike a curb mount skylight—is simply attached directly to the roof deck.

The skylight is then flashed (sealed) to become part of the roof.

A VELUX skylight installed with a VELUX flashing kit is guaranteed leak-free for 10 years.

What Is MAGS BAR?

MAGS BAR is a non-structural, maintenance free, aluminum glazing system that is custom built to fit the desired opening.

The bar is designed as a clamping system that sandwiches glazing between two bars. Glazing choices are nearly limitless.

Velux VS Fresh Air Skylights

VS manual venting skylights are perfect for replacing existing deck mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with an average to steep pitch. They come in ten sizes with a daylight area from 2.3 to 10.7 sq. ft.

Velux VSS Solar Fresh Air Skylights

VSS skylights are perfect for replacing existing deck mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with an average to steep pitch.

They come in ten sizes with a daylight area from 2.3 to 10.7 sq. ft.

Velux FCM Fixed Skylights

Required for roof slopes less than 14° or 3:12.
FCM skylights are perfect for replacing existing curb mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with a low pitch.

They come in twelve sizes with a daylight area from 3.1 to 15 sq. ft.
Custom sizes available from 19×19 inches to 51×77 inches.

Velux FS Fixed Skylights

FS skylights are perfect for replacing existing deck mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with an average to steep pitch.

They come in fourteen sizes with a daylight area from 2.8 to 12.4 sq. ft.

Velux VCS Fixed Skylights

Required for roof slopes less than 14° or 3:12.
VCS skylights are perfect for replacing existing curb mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with a low pitch. They come in seven sizes with a daylight area from 2.7-13.1 sq. ft.

Velux VCM Fresh Air Skylights

Required for roof slopes less than 14° or 3:12.
VCM skylights are perfect for replacing existing curb mounted skylights and new installations on a roof with a low pitch.

They come in seven sizes with a daylight area from 2.7-13.1 sq. ft.

Velux Roof Windows

Roof Windows are great for areas where the skylight is within reach. They open up your 5th wall and allow you to bring in the world outside.

VELUX SUN TUNNELS

The Sun Tunnel is one of the most innovative skylight systems. It can bring natural daylight into windowless areas—Ideal for small spaces.

SKYLIGHTS

We offer a wide variety of sizes and types of skylights to fit your every need, providing you with your ideal solution.

Blinds Give You the Ultimate in Light Control

ADD SOLAR BLINDS FOR AN ADDITIONAL TAX CREDIT

Why a VELUX GDL Cabrio Balcony?

Much more than just a window!

VELUX CABRIO® balcony windows can dramatically change a room.

They’re the fastest way to add natural light, ventilation and the feeling of openness to your under roof spaces.

The impact in terms of daylight and fresh air, not to mention the view, is stunning.

Why a Top-Hinged Roof Window?

A loft area isn’t complete without a great view of the countryside or city.

When fully open, they give you an uninterrupted view, while the window sash acts as a roof over the opening.

Because the handle is at the bottom, they are simple to open and close, even when installed high up.

And to make cleaning a breeze, the window swivels in its frame for easy access.

Why a Center Pivot Roof Window?

A center-pivot roof window is easy to operate— even with furniture beneath. The innovative top control bar allows you to open, close and ventilate with ease.

You can install the window lower than an equivalent top-hung operated roof window to get an excellent view while standing and when seated.

Works well in rooms with a low ceiling or where you’d like a better view of the surroundings below.

What Is a Curb Mount* SUN TUNNEL?

A curb is simply a wooden box that is built higher than the roof and flashed (sealed) to become part of the roof.

The SUN TUNNEL is then mounted on the curb—much like the lid of a shoe box—and attached from the outside.

*Required for roof slopes LESS than 3/12 (14°).

SUN TUNNEL Light Kit

It's a UL approved energy efficient CFL (26 watts) light fixture designed especially for VELUX SUN TUNNEL's.

Provides light at night and those dark, stormy days we seldom see in Colorado.

Easy to install in an existing switch circuit.

The Typical Sun Tunnel Installation:

TMR 14 - 14" dia. - 4' Rigid Tunnel - Pitched Flashing
$949* Installed.

Suitable for spaces 10x10 or smaller. Great for closets, hallways, entryways and stairwells. Or task lighting over desks, counters, sinks or work benches.

*There are a number of factors that aren't typical that add to the cost of an installation. For example: Steep roof. Difficult attic access. Tile roof. Extra tubing.

Call us, we’ll discuss options. 303-761-2200