Skylight Basics

Venting skylights: skylights that open.

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Venting skylights are a great addition to your home as they provide natural light and fresh air, keeping your home healthy and preventing overheating in the warm summer months. Even in cold months, frequent airing is very important for maintaining a healthy home.


What are VELUX Venting Skylights?

Unlike VELUX Fixed Skylights which are designed to only bring in natural light into your space, VELUX Venting Skylights are skylights that open and close, allowing fresh air to circulate while still keeping the room cool and comfortable.


Types of VELUX Venting Skylights

At VELUX, we offer various venting skylight options that open and close with ease. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular skylight options we have to offer. 
 

VELUX Solar Powered "Fresh Air" Skylights

Designed to open with the push of a button, the VELUX Solar Powered “Fresh Air” Skylight is equipped with a solar panel that uses the sun’s energy to open and close the skylight. 


VELUX Electric "Fresh Air" Skylights

The VELUX Electric “Fresh Air” Skylight is powered by your home’s electricity and opens and closes the skylight with ease.


VELUX Manual "Fresh Air" Skylights

With the VELUX Manual "Fresh Air" Skylight, you can easily open and close your skylight with just a turn of a handle. For in-reach applications, these skylights can be opened with a smooth turning handle or with a rod if they are out-of-reach.

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Benefits of VELUX Venting Skylights 

There are many benefits that regular ventilation can have in your home. Here are a few ways adding VELUX Venting Skylights can improve your living environment.

Decreases Moisture and Condensation

A skylight in your kitchen or bathroom can boost the overall aesthetic while contributing to a healthier indoor air environment. They will help increase airflow by expelling any excess moisture and harmful air pollutants caused by cooking or showering.

Improve Energy Efficiency 

When installed in the right area, venting skylights can help improve energy efficiency in your home. Since warm air is lighter than cold air and rises, it gets trapped by your ceiling. When you open a venting skylight at the same time as your vertical windows, the warm air trapped in your ceiling leaves your home through the skylight and is replaced by fresh air through the windows.

Increases Natural Light

Research shows natural light improves our health, from promoting a sense of well-being to synchronizing our circadian rhythms so we get a better night’s sleep. Installing a skylight in your home can help you reap those benefits. Sunlight from a skylight is diffuse, creating a soothing atmosphere in your home.

Reduces Lingering Scents

Removing scents is about more than comfort. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cautions that many items used in your home such as aerosols, air fresheners, and cleaning products contribute to indoor pollution. And with many people spending as much as 90% of their time indoors, air quality is a top health concern. VELUX Venting Skylights circulate air and release pollutants and smells.

Maintains Privacy

Installing a traditional window in a private space like a bathroom often results in compromise. You will end up adding blinds or shades that stay closed, negating the window’s purpose. With a VELUX venting skylight, it is positioned to look upwards and outwards, so you get all the natural light and soft breezes without worrying about privacy.


How often should I air out my home? 

To prevent the build-up of airborne dust, debris, and toxins, your home should be thoroughly aired out at least three times a day. This can typically be done after sleeping, cooking, showering, drying your sports clothes, or cleaning. These airings should be short and frequent and are very effective if you make use of the stack effect by opening skylights and windows at the same time. 


Get VELUX Venting Skylights for Your Home

Skylights make it easy to transform any room in your home into a bright and healthy environment. If you are interested in letting fresh air into your home by installing VELUX Venting Skylights but want expert guidance to help you get started, connect with one of our Trusted Advisors. During your free consultation, they will take the time to learn about your project and help you choose the skylight that best fits your needs.