The Smart Alternative to Traditional Skylights

Solatube Daylighting Systems have changed the way people think about residential daylighting by offering a simple, smart alternative to traditional skylights. Only Solatube Daylighting Systems use innovative breakthrough technology to bring natural light into virtually any room in only two hours. Our Brighten Up® Series has transformed millions of homes – without the cost, leaks and hassle associated with traditional skylights.

Are all daylighting systems created equal?

The adage that you only get what you pay for has never been truer than with tubular daylighting systems. It is very easy in today's hectic, fast-paced world, to select the first product that grabs your attention in a 'big box' store or that has the lowest price tag - particularly if it looks like it can save you the money.

Comparing Apples to Plums
It is important to understand that all "tubular skylights" are NOT the same. If you purchase a tubular daylighting system solely because of a low price, you could find that the product you are about to install will deliver only a small fraction of the light that a Solatube® Daylighting System delivers.

While "flexible" systems may be cheaper to buy, you could find out too late that the poor results of that cheaper tubular daylighting system (in areas such as light output and light quality) significantly outweight the small monetary savings.

	Solatube Daylighting Systems	Traditional Skylights
Daylighting Consistency Solatube Daylighting Systems brighten rooms more effectively and evenly than traditional skylights. Our patented technology gives consistent light throughout the day and all year long, as opposed to the shifting pattern of light you get with traditional skylights.
Light Output Our smart dome, equipped with advanced optics, provides lighting performance superior to that of a traditional skylight. Our Effect Lenses can also quickly and easily modify the color and strength of the daylight.
Energy-Efficiency You don’t have to sacrifice performance for energy-efficiency. Solatube Daylighting Systems are Energy Star® rated and, unlike most traditional skylights, offer maximum visible light with minimal solar heat gain.
Affordability Without the need for reframing or painting, Solatube Daylighting Systems are a fraction of the cost of traditional skylights**.
Ease of Installation Our Certified Installation Consultants can install your Solatube Daylighting System in as little as two hours. The compact design eliminates the need for costly construction or reframing.
Versatility Solatube Daylighting Systems allow you to bring natural light to virtually any room in your home. Our reflective tubing directs sunlight into hard-to-reach areas, where traditional skylights aren’t an option – at a fraction of the cost.
Ease of Maintenance Solatube Daylighting Systems are engineered for peace of mind. Everything from the leak-proof design to the impact-resistant, self cleaning dome ensures trouble-free maintenance.
Design & Functionality The Solatube Designer Touches Series, with its multiple lens and trim options, allows daylight customization. You can even add a Light Kit, Vent Kit or Daylight Dimmer – creating a multi-functional system.

_{* Solatube Daylighting System data applies only to the Brighten Up Series.
** Source: Traditional Skylight project cost estimated by Home Tech software.}