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Bathroom Skylights Offer Privacy Plus Health Benefits

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Homeowners should take advantage of sunlight and fresh air when designing the bathroom. Windows are key for light and ventilation as well as aesthetics.

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Many beautiful bathrooms in homes are occupied with a large window placed directly next to the bath tub. While this may look impressive, it may not be the most practical use of a window, especially if the room is located on the ground floor or where neighbours have a view through the window.

Consider a skylight instead! According to research from American Standard, skylights are selected as the number one option in “dream bathrooms.” Modern skylights offer a wide range of features, for instance, electric venting skylights are available with remote control, blinds, insect screening and automatic rain sensors.

The VELUX Electric Venting Skylight is ideal for “dream bathrooms”. This model offers privacy, captures abundant natural light, and opens to allow fresh air in, and warm moist air to escape. In the case that a conventional skylight does not fit in the bathroom, the VELUX Sun Tunnel Skylight is an excellent alternative. It can deliver abundant natural light in smaller bathrooms and is a simple DIY product.

Further to the advantages of sunlight and fresh air, skylights also address important health considerations. During the months of October to April, 2.5 percent of Canadians will suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) (Levitt, 2004). Symptoms include emotional depression, fatigue, and increased appetite. Fixed or venting skylights can help sufferers of S.A.D. by allowing abundant daylight to enter a home, and at the same time visually expand rooms in any style or size home.

For more information visit VELUX, the world’s largest manufacturer of skylights and Sun Tunnel Skylights.