SOLATUBE GENERAL INFORMATION

How does a Solatube Daylighting System work?

How does a Solatube Daylighting System light output compare to electric lights?

What is a Solatube Daylighting System and how does it compare to a traditional box skylight?

What is the Brighten Up® Series?

How large an area does the Solatube Daylighting System light?

Does the Solatube Daylighting System leak?

Is a Solatube Daylighting System difficult to install?

How long does it take to install a Solatube Daylighting System?

Will my clothing or furniture fade?

What is Spectralight® Infinity?

Is there a way to turn off or "block out" a Solatube Daylighting System?

What is the LightTracker™ Reflector and Raybender® 3000 Technology?

Will I save energy with a Solatube Daylighting System?

What does the ceiling fixture (diffuser) look like for the Solatube 160 DS & 290 DS?

Can the Solatube Daylighting System be installed in commercial buildings?

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Can a Solatube Daylighting System store light for use at night?

What happens on full-moon nights?

How long can the tube be?

How short can the tube be?

What if it's too bright?

What if there is no attic space?

When do you install the Solatube Daylighting System when re-roofing?

Can the dome be raised higher above the roof?

How does the tube attach to the ceiling?

How are the extension tube sections fastened together?

What if the protective liner won't come off the inside of the tubes?

How do I remove my Solatube Daylighting System diffuser?

 

DURABILITY AND MAINTENANCE

How durable is the Solatube Daylighting System?

Are Solatube Daylighting Systems maintenance free?

Are there any condensation problems?

Are the domes strong?

 

WEATHER

What happens on cloudy days?

Will a Solatube Daylighting System work in cold climates and northern latitudes?

What is the snow load capability with the manufacturer’s guidelines?

What happens if the dome gets covered with snow?

Can hail damage my Solatube Daylighting System dome?

Will a Solatube Daylighting System work in hot climates like The San Fernando Valley?

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems tolerate very heavy rain?

Moisture accumulating on the outside of tube?

 

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

Is there an electric light for at night?

Is there a Vent Kit available?

How strong is the fan in the vent kit?

Is the Solatube vent fan quieter then the one I have now?

Will a Solatube Daylighting System work with both a light and vent kit at the same time?

Will add-on kits require multiple ceiling fixtures?

 

APPLICATIONS

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems be installed on metal roofs?

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems be installed on flat roofs?

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems be installed on tile roofs?

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems be installed on low-pitched roofs?

Can Solatube Daylighting Systems be installed on steep-pitched roofs?

Will a Solatube Daylighting System work when installed on the north side of a house?

Can I split the tubing and light two rooms from only one dome?

Does the tube need to be insulated?

Can a Solatube Daylighting System be installed through a wall?

Can the Solatube Daylighting System run down the outside and turn 90 degrees through a wall into the house?

Will a Solatube Daylighting System work for a mobile home?

Will Solatube Daylighting System work for a basement application?

Can a Solatube Daylighting System work for the first floor of a two-story house?

Can a Solatube Daylighting System go horizontally?

 

WARRANTIES AND APPROVALS

What is the product warranty?

Are the light and vent add-on kits UL listed or CE approved?