Category: Operable Skylights

Welcome to the world of skylights, where natural light breathes life into your living spaces. In your quest for the perfect sliding rooflight, you’ve embarked on a journey of illumination and transformation. While sliding rooflights offer a unique glimpse of the sky above, let’s explore an alternative path that leads to the extraordinary benefits of operable skylights by Vivid Skylights. At Vivid Skylights, we understand the allure of a sliding rooflight. It beckons the outdoors inside, creating an atmosphere of harmony with nature. For those moments when you want a gentle breeze and the soothing sound of raindrops, it seems like the ideal choice. However, let’s pause and consider an… Read More

The dawn of a new era in skylight designs has arrived with Vivid Skylights, Australia’s pioneer in electric blockout blinds. The modern homeowner’s quest for impeccable design and functionality finds its match in the state-of-the-art skylight cover. Discover a realm where the luxury of control meets stellar design. From controlling the sun’s radiant glow to sealing in the embrace of the night, our electric skylight blinds redefine your experience.  While many skylight options are available on the market, this article sheds light on the profound advantages of Vivid Skylights’ products. Beyond just being an aesthetic addition, they offer an unparalleled blend of form, function, and finesse that sets them leagues… Read More

Looking to add some natural light to your home but dread the thought of a major renovation? Have no fear, because there are plenty of skylight options that even the most novice DIYer can handle. For those who are handy with tools and willing to do some research, installing a skylight can be a relatively straightforward process. Skylights come in all shapes and sizes, and not all will work with every type of roof. Vivid Skylights offer skylight kits that make installation a breeze. However, if you’re not comfortable working with tools or don’t have much experience with home improvement projects, it’s probably best to leave the installation to a… Read More

Australia is a land of extremes when it comes to weather conditions. The country’s tough weather conditions -— high winds, blistering heat, severe rains, and hail — can wreak havoc on homes and buildings. That’s why the best skylight to use for Australia is a durable laminated skylight with a long warranty. Skylights are an important part of any home, and they should be able to withstand harsh elements and provide you with years of trouble-free service. Vivid Skylights has been a trusted name when it comes to skylight products for years. Our fixed and operable skylights come with laminated glass and aluminium frames and are backed by a 10-year… Read More

As energy costs continue to rise, more and more homeowners are looking for ways to cut down on their monthly expenses. One of the latest trends is installing ventilating skylights, which can help reduce your heating and cooling costs. And not only does a vented skylight offer temperature regulation, but it also helps to keep your home well-ventilated.  Improved indoor air quality is perhaps the most important benefit of having a home with proper ventilation, as it can help reduce or eliminate a wide range of contaminants including carbon dioxide, dust, pollen, mould, and other airborne chemicals. One of the most popular types of vented skylight is the operable model.… Read More

Adding a glass skylight to your home is a great way to let in natural light and create an open, airy feel. But before you start shopping for skylights, there are a few things you should know. Skylights come in a variety of sizes and shapes to suit your specific needs. Rectangular skylights are a good choice for long, narrow spaces such as hallways. Operable skylights can be opened to help air to circulate and humidity to escape in kitchens and bathrooms. Many people choose to install skylights themselves to save money on labour costs. While installing skylights is usually fairly a straightforward process, it  is not always the best… Read More

Skylights are incredible for filling a room with natural light – but even better if they can also bring fresh air to your home, especially in areas where additional ventilation is needed, such as the bathrooms and kitchen. Skylights are a perfect investment, but one of the biggest concerns homeowners have with them is the heat build-up that comes from the intense heat of the sun. That’s when opting for operable skylights makes so much sense. Operable skylights are the type of skylights that open either manually or automatically. They also serve as roof windows when traditional windows are not possible. Hot air rises, and having a skylight that opens… Read More