Light plays a major role when it comes to setting the right tone for your home and it can be the difference between a cold, uninviting space or one that is warm and cozy. Natural daylight is always something desired for a home, but what are some ways you can incorporate natural light in areas that have no space for traditional windows?
One of the more common ways to bring natural light into a space like this is with the use of skylights. These types of windows are very effective at adding the maximum amount of daylight into a dark space without taking up space on a wall. If you decide skylights are a good option for you, just remember to use double-paned windows and have the flashing done professionally.
Another type of window that does not take up a lot of wall space is a clerestory window. They are wide but short windows designed to be placed high on a wall. While this allows a great deal of natural light to enter a room, it does not allow too much sun to heat the room during the summer months due to the roof overhang.
Light tubes are another method used to add natural light into a dark space. The tubes themselves are coated in a highly reflective material that enables sunlight to effectively channel through the tube. They are also fitted with a lens that enhances low-level light while at the same time minimizing the intensity of the sun at midday. A light diffuser also helps to distribute daylight evenly.
If you are about to do some renovations to your home or are going to have a home constructed, why not think about using some of these alternative methods for adding natural light into a room?
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