Skylights serve as a great alternative to windows when there is a sizing restriction or privacy concerns. In transformed attic spaces for example, where windows aren’t suitable, openable skylights can provide both light and ventilation to an otherwise dark and dusty space.

Beyond their obvious benefits, skylights have also been used to varying degrees of effectiveness over the years to minimise heating, cooling and lighting costs within a building. If specified correctly, they can reduce reliance on artificial lighting to illuminate a space and can also aid a reduction in mechanical heating costs by providing a source of solar heat gain to a room.

The VCM opening skylight for flat roofs is the cost effective solution for natural ventilation. The pre-installed Insect Screen adds the benefit of keeping mosquitoes and flies out in summer.

For typical residential application Vinyl Curb Mount (VCM / OVCM) are utilized for skylights less than 5’ x 5’ and aluminum thermally broken curb mount (ATCM) for larger models. Commercial applications typically utilize the aluminum thermally broken outside fastening (AOF) skylight.