|
Living
Large: Lighting Solutions for Big, Open Spaces
New
Line of Tubular Skylights
Brings Daylight To Larger Spaces
We all love the idea of having large, open living spaces in our homes
- rooms to entertain company, hang out and watch television, or cook up
a gourmet meal. While these are often the most livable rooms of the house,
finding just the right way to light the space can be tricky.
Now
homeowners have another option for lighting big rooms such as living rooms,
great rooms, entryways, kitchens and dens. The flagship product of this
series is the 21" unit, the largest product offering to date. This
was specifically developed with large spaces in mind, helping you light
even the most spacious rooms without dark, shadowy corners or electric
lights burning 24/7.
In
addition to its larger size, the 21" Tubular Skylight features a
square ceiling diffuser for a unique new look.
Here's
how it works: Just like the original tubular skylight, the 21" unit
uses a unique reflective system to capture both direct and ambient light
on the rooftop of the home. This light is then directed down a highly
reflective tube to a diffuser at ceiling level.
The
revolutionary design allows the product to provide exceptional natural
lighting even on cloudy days, in the winter months, and in the early morning
and late afternoons when the sun is low on the horizon. That means extra
daylight each and every day, regardless of the time of year or the weather
outside.
There
are all kinds of benefits associated with adding natural light to your
home. Check out these facts:
Sunlight
is believed to suppress melatonin, a brain chemical that regulates sleep
cycles. When we are exposed to more sunlight, we feel more energetic and
alert.
Daylight is used as a treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
or the "winter blues" in which the lack of sunlight results
in depression, insomnia, lethargy, weight gain, irritability, mood swings,
etc. Experts estimate that as much as 10 percent of North Americans suffer
from SAD.
Exposure to daylight has been proven to have a strongly positive effect
on school-aged children. Recent studies showed children exposed to high
levels of natural lighting (versus electric lights) were healthier, had
less tooth decay, grew taller, were more focused and better behaved, and
scored better on exams.
According to some psychologists, daylight has a direct effect on mental
health and general satisfaction levels. This may explain why there are
fewer people in therapy in the spring.
Daylight is a great motivator. Research reveals that productivity is directly
linked to the amount of daylight a person is exposed to, which is particularly
important as more and more people are working from home.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, lighting accounts for 10 percent
of your home energy bill. Think how much you could save with free daylighting!
Daylighting your home can make it look more spacious, warm and inviting.
Realtors report that adding daylight can actually help your home sell
faster.
|
