Whether you’re planning a renovation or building your dream house, when it comes to home improvements, few additions can make as dramatic an impact as VELUX skylights.
They offer an instant connection to the outdoors, are solar passive – trapping heat in winter and releasing heat in summer – and make for lighter, brighter, larger looking spaces.
Specifically made for the Australian climate, VELUX skylights come in a variety of styles, sizes, and applications that elevate any space they’re installed in.
From kitchen and living areas to bedrooms, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces, these skylights bring undeniable wow factor among many other benefits to your home.
1. Instant Wow Factor
VELUX’s sleek design and ability to flood a space with natural light make these skylights a focal point in any room. This influx of natural light transforms the room, making it appear larger and more inviting.
VELUX’s operable designs also create a unique connection to the outdoors, making your home feel more expansive and open. They brighten up even the darkest corners, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, imagine cooking in a kitchen bathed in sunlight or relaxing in a living room with a view of the stars.
2. Health benefits
While skylights are undoubtedly beautiful, their benefits extend far beyond aesthetics.
Exposure to natural light has numerous health advantages, from boosting vitamin D intake to improving mood and energy. VELUX skylights offer 99% UV protection, allowing you to enjoy the sunshine without worrying about harmful rays.
The connection to the outdoors that skylights provide brings in natural light and fresh air, which can improve mental well-being.
In bathroom settings, openable skylights can also reduce mould and fungus due to improved air circulation.
3. Designed for the Aussie climate
Tested against rain, hail, sun (UV), and more, VELUX are world leading skylights.
Australia is the ultimate challenge for any skylight but – with over 80 years of experience – VELUX is made for it, passing every Australian test including strength testing and fire resistance.
There are so many benefits to including skylights in your new build and renovation. One of our favourite details though is how Velux perform in an Australian summer. Their High-Performance double-glazing blocks up to 80% of heat and 99% of UV rays, protecting interiors from fading and maintaining indoor comfort.
They are designed with fire safety in mind, providing crucial protection in bushfire-prone areas. VELUX High Performance skylights passed the tough Bushfire Attack Level 40 (BAL 40) test, exposed to temperatures of 930°C – watch here.
VELUX skylights are the only glass skylights to pass a hail test, withstanding impacts from cricket ball-sized hailstones at speeds up to 172 kph. They meet the water tightness standards of roof tiles and are proven in both lab and real-world conditions; VELUX High Performance skylights are suitable even for cyclonic conditions in Australia’s tropical far north.
Additionally, their acoustic performance minimises noise pollution from urban disturbances such as air traffic and construction, as tested in the CSIRO facility.
4. Energy efficient and sustainable
VELUX skylights are designed to be energy efficient. They trap heat in the winter and release it in the summer, helping to regulate indoor temperatures and reduce the need for artificial heating and cooling. This can lead to significant savings on energy bills. By reducing the need for electric lighting and improving natural ventilation, skylights can help lower your home’s carbon footprint. This makes them an eco-friendly choice for modern homes.
Visit Us
Enhance your home with VELUX skylights, visit our showroom to see these beauties in action, we have an amazing operational display that showcases the various features and benefits of these skylights.
Our knowledgeable staff are on hand to walk you through the options and help you find the perfect skylight solution for your home.
Click here for more info or visit the VELUX website to view the full product range, and if you see something you love – don’t hesitate to get in touch with our expert team!