Let natural light brighten your home
Better than Large Skylights – Bigger Isn’t Better
Solatube Skylights offer an effective natural daylighting solution, far superior to traditional window and roof skylights. Our advanced optical technologies, including solar skylight accessories, capture more daylight at the dome and distribute it evenly across the entire room, enhancing both sustainability and energy efficiency. The Solatube 290DS tubular skylight can deliver the same light output as a traditional skylight five times its size, with only one-fifth of the heat gain. Unlike larger skylights, our tubular skylights eliminate common issues such as glare, poor thermal performance, excessive heat in summer, heat loss in winter, and potential leaks. With custom flashings tailored to various roof profiles, our skylights ensure a leak-proof, durable, and visually appealing fit.
3 Important aspects when choosing skylights
The Dome & Fitting
Other skylights on the market feature basic domes that capture only a fraction of available light, often leading to subpar performance. Solatube Australia’s Brighten Up series is engineered to deliver superior light performance, energy efficiency, and thermal performance that outshines any other product on the market. Our innovative dome technology captures low-angle light and directs it inward through the tube, much like a lighthouse in reverse,
delivering the most natural daylight of any product on the market. Our custom flashing ensures a perfect fit for your specific roof profile, whether pitched or flat, guaranteeing a leak-proof, durable, and aesthetically pleasing installation.
The Tube
Solatube’s Brighten Up series features tubing made from the most reflective material in the world, nearly doubling the light performance during winter compared to any other product on the market. Our innovative Cool Tube technology, known as INFRAREDuction, minimises heat gain in summer and prevents heat loss in winter, ensuring energy efficiency and comfort year-round. Unlike low-quality alternatives, our tubing maintains its superior reflectivity for over 10 years, directing maximum daylight into every corner of your space with unmatched durability and performance.
The Diffuser
The diffuser plays a crucial role in both light diffusion and aesthetic appeal. Solatube offers a wide range of skylight diffuser styles to match the look and feel of your home, enhancing the beauty of natural light. Our diffusers are designed to work seamlessly with our skylight models, providing consistent and efficient lighting throughout the day.
Why Should you choose solatube skylights?
Highest Performance
Australia’s highest performing skylight guaranteed. Solatube Australia is so confident in its product performance that it is challenging any competitor.
Quick Installation
2 hour installation with no mess, no fuss and no leaks. At Solatube, customised flashing is tailored to your roof profile for a leakproof, durable and attractive fit.
Highest Quality
Australian owned. Australian invention. Our history began in the 1980’s when a lone Australian inventor created a product that revolutionized the way daylight was brought into a building.
Health Benefits
Solatube skylights deliver beautiful natural light that provides a range of health benefits to improve your physical and mental wellbeing.
Block Harmful UV Rays
Solatube’s optical domes prevent virtually all UV wavelengths from entering the TDD system. This is important because UV light can have a negative impact on building materials it contacts – like carpet, clothing, furniture and artwork.
Internationally Recognised
Energy Star program designed to identify and promote energy efficient products.
How to get Solatube skylights installed?
Getting Solatube Skylights installed is a straightforward process. Our network of trained Solatube skylight installers will ensure a seamless installation experience. Here’s how it works:
Step 1
Contact your nearest Solatube Premier Dealer.
Step 2
Schedule a consultation to assess your specific needs and provide an accurate quote.
Step 3
Our experts will install the skylights, usually within a couple of hours, without the need for major ceiling or wall alterations. Our solar skylight models are particularly easy to install and provide immediate benefits.
Speak with our national dealer network on 1800 440 661 for more information.
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FAQs about skylights
Do skylights bring heat into the home?
Not ours. Solatube utilises INFRAREDuction technology, a proprietary process to extract infrared wavelengths on the first light bounce before they can be transferred through the tube, dispersing heat before it ever enters the building. This ensures that your home stays cool and comfortable while enjoying ample natural light.
How much does a skylight cost?
The cost of a Solatube skylight varies depending on factors such as skylight size, product features, and installation requirements. One of our Solatube experts will provide an accurate quote tailored to your specific needs. See more information on our Tubular Skylight Costs and Comparison guide.
How do tubular skylights work?
Tubular skylights capture natural light through a roof-mounted dome and redirect it down a reflecting tube, delivering it into your interior spaces. Solatube’s Brighten Up series features tubing made from the most reflective material in the world, making our tubular skylights the most effective in balancing light output and heat gain. The Solatube 290DS tubular skylight
delivers the same amount of light output as a traditional skylight five times its size, with only one-fifth of the heat gain.
Are Skylights Hail Proof?
Yes, our domes are made from high-quality acrylic resin for increased impact strength, chemical, and weather resistance. Solatube is cyclone rated and in cyclone areas, we offer the Shock Inner Dome for the Brighten Up® Series to ensure durability and safety. See for yourself how our domes hold up in a hailstorm.
Are Skylights Energy Efficient?
Not all skylights are created equal, our tubular skylights maximise sunlight use, reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day. This not only saves on electricity bills but also reduces your carbon footprint.
Can You Add a Skylight to an Existing Roof?
Yes. Your home doesn’t require major ceiling or wall alterations. Our experts will install your skylights in just a couple of hours, fitting them between your existing components. Whether you have a pitched roof or a flat roof, our skylight installation process is designed to be quick and efficient.
Can You Install a Skylight Yourself?
While it is possible, we always recommend having one of our trained Solatube Premier Dealers do the installation to ensure a perfect fit and optimal performance.
Our trained installers will have the job done in 2-3 hours, meanwhile, you will need to allow 4-10 hours for a DIY install.
Do Skylights Need Planning Permission?
Some minor building renovations, like our tubular skylights, don’t require planning or building approval. However, it’s important to check your state policy and/or Strata for exempt and complying developments.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Solatube Australia is the leading manufacturer of Skylights and Roof Ventilation Systems.
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