Skylight-Windows - Revision history

Simcha: /* Blinds */

2012-08-13T19:51:33Z

Blinds

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	=== Blinds ===		=== Blinds ===
	Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust, diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.		Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust, diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.
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		+	{{Replacement Window Types}}

	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]		[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

Simcha: /* Design Elements */

2012-07-08T19:41:28Z

Design Elements

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	=== Blinds ===		=== Blinds ===
−	Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.	+	Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust, diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.

	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]		[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

Simcha: /* Energy Efficiency */

2012-07-08T19:40:31Z

Energy Efficiency

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	==Energy Efficiency ==		==Energy Efficiency ==
−	The U-Rating is an industry-accepted method of rating the energy efficiency of replacement windows. A replacement skylight window with a U-Rating of 30 or less has been judged by the National Fenestration Rating Council as providing adequate thermal insulation, weather resistance and heat transfer resistance. The ratings provided by the National Fenestration Rating Council are accepted by the United States Department of Energy as well as by many other governmental departments worldwide.	+	The U-Rating is an industry-accepted method of rating the energy efficiency of [[Replacement-Windows\|replacement windows]]. A replacement skylight window with a U-Rating of 30 or less has been judged by the National Fenestration Rating Council as providing adequate thermal insulation, weather resistance and heat transfer resistance. The ratings provided by the National Fenestration Rating Council are accepted by the United States Department of Energy as well as by many other governmental departments worldwide.

	The U-Rating is determined by the insulating capacity of the window's framing material, glazing and sealing elements. U-Rated replacement windows of 30 or less are considered Energy Star windows. Homeowners who purchase Energy Star windows may be eligible for tax rebates and other tax credits. The United States Department of Energy estimates that remodeling with replacement Energy Star windows will save the homeowner between seven and fifteen percent in energy costs and will allow the homeowner to recoup the additional costs involved in purchasing an Energy Star replacement window within four years.		The U-Rating is determined by the insulating capacity of the window's framing material, glazing and sealing elements. U-Rated replacement windows of 30 or less are considered Energy Star windows. Homeowners who purchase Energy Star windows may be eligible for tax rebates and other tax credits. The United States Department of Energy estimates that remodeling with replacement Energy Star windows will save the homeowner between seven and fifteen percent in energy costs and will allow the homeowner to recoup the additional costs involved in purchasing an Energy Star replacement window within four years.
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	=== Glazing ===		=== Glazing ===
−	Replacement skylight windows have special strengthened glazing which provides resilient and weather-proof ~~glazing~~ panes for the skylight window.	+	Replacement skylight windows have special strengthened glazing which provides resilient and weather-proof glass panes for the skylight window.

	==== Strengthened Glass ====		==== Strengthened Glass ====
−	Replacement skylight windows are manufactured with special strengthened glass. This glass is laminated or tempered and prevents access. It also prevents shattering in the event of a natural disaster.	+	Replacement skylight windows are manufactured with special strengthened glass. This glass is laminated or tempered and prevents access and robberies. It also prevents shattering in the event of a natural disaster.

	=== Coatings ===		=== Coatings ===

Simcha: /* Proper Installation */

2012-07-08T19:31:03Z

Proper Installation

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	Quality replacement skylights are manufactured and engineered to exceedingly high standards. Skylight windows are more directly exposed to the elements than vertical windows, creating a situation in which homeowners want to see proof that the windows will offer complete weather resistance and thermal insulation.		Quality replacement skylights are manufactured and engineered to exceedingly high standards. Skylight windows are more directly exposed to the elements than vertical windows, creating a situation in which homeowners want to see proof that the windows will offer complete weather resistance and thermal insulation.

−	Replacement skylight windows are completely dependable when they are installed by trained professional ~~installers~~. Installation techniques include pre-engineered flashing kits for shingles, tile or metal roofing materials. Additional installation techniques include multi-layers of water protection.	+	Replacement skylight windows are completely dependable when they are installed by trained professional technicians. Installation techniques include pre-engineered flashing kits for shingles, tile or metal roofing materials. Additional installation techniques include multi-layers of water protection.

	==Energy Efficiency ==		==Energy Efficiency ==

Simcha at 19:25, 8 July 2012

2012-07-08T19:25:53Z

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	\|image = [[File:Space holder.jpg\|215px\|alt=Skylight Windows]]		\|image = [[File:Space holder.jpg\|215px\|alt=Skylight Windows]]
−	\|header5 = ~~Replacement Skylight Windows~~	+	\|header5 = Other Names:
−	\|data6 = Replacement Skylight Windows	+	\|data6 = Replacement Skylight Windows, Pinnacle Skylights, Classic Skylights, Tubular Skylights and Vaulted Skylights
	\|header7 = Description:		\|header7 = Description:
	\|data8 = A replacement glazed assembly which admits natural light through a roof}}		\|data8 = A replacement glazed assembly which admits natural light through a roof}}

Simcha: /* Types of Skylights */

2012-07-08T19:24:46Z

Types of Skylights

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	== Types of Skylights ==		== Types of Skylights ==
−	Homeowners can take their pick of pinnacle, classic, tubular ~~replacement skylights or~~ vaulted replacement skylights.	+	Homeowners can take their pick of pinnacle, classic, tubular and vaulted replacement skylights.

	=== Pinnacle Skylights ===		=== Pinnacle Skylights ===
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	=== Vaulted Skylights ===		=== Vaulted Skylights ===
−	Half-round vaulted skylights are curved skylight units which are installed in rows, often suspended over a hallway or other type of corridor. They are installed in flat roofs only and may include multiple panels which are installed one next to the other and can span the entire length of the corridor.	+	Half-round vaulted skylights are curved skylight units which are installed in rows, often suspended over a hallway or other type of corridor. They are installed in flat roofs only and may include multiple panels which are installed one next to the other and can span the entire length of the corridor.

	== Sizes ==		== Sizes ==

Simcha at 19:17, 8 July 2012

2012-07-08T19:17:09Z

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−	Skylights are large glazed windows which are installed in a flat roof or in a sloping roof with a slope of no more than 15 degrees. Homeowners often take advantage of a remodeling project to change the look and feel of a home. Many homeowners find that skylight replacement windows are a good way to completely change the atmosphere of a room without enlarging the room or making other significant structural changes. Vertical windows are installed in, on or parallel to walls while skylights are installed in, on or parallel to, roofs. Skylights increase light and provide an unimpeded view of the sky, in effect bringing the sky into the home.	+	Skylights are large glazed windows which are installed in a flat roof or in a sloping roof with a slope of no more than 15 degrees. Homeowners often take advantage of a remodeling project to change the look and feel of a home. Many homeowners find that skylight [[Replacement-Windows\|replacement windows]] are a good way to completely change the atmosphere of a room without enlarging the room or making other significant structural changes. Vertical windows are installed in, on or parallel to walls while skylights are installed in, on or parallel to, roofs. Skylights increase light and provide an unimpeded view of the sky, in effect bringing the sky into the home.

	== Skylights vs. Roof Windows ==		== Skylights vs. Roof Windows ==
−	Both skylight and roof ~~replacement~~ windows are installed in, on or parallel to a roof but there are several differences between the two window options.	+	Both skylight and [[Roof-Windows\|roof windows]] are installed in, on or parallel to a roof but there are several differences between the two window options.

	Skylight windows are installed in or on a flat or slightly pitched roof to give homeowners an uninterrupted view of the sky. There are non-operable skylight windows as well as operable skylights. Operable skylight windows open slightly through interior vent flaps.		Skylight windows are installed in or on a flat or slightly pitched roof to give homeowners an uninterrupted view of the sky. There are non-operable skylight windows as well as operable skylights. Operable skylight windows open slightly through interior vent flaps.

−	Roof windows are specifically installed as venting units and are designed for in-reach applications, allowing the homeowner to stand next to the window to open and close the window. Roof windows open wider than skylights and provide added ventilation. ~~Roof~~ windows can also serve as emergency egress windows if they are sized to code. They include a sash that flips, allowing the outside glass to be cleaned from the inside.	+	Roof windows are specifically installed as venting units and are designed for in-reach applications, allowing the homeowner to stand next to the window to open and close the window. Roof windows open wider than skylights and provide added ventilation. Replacement roof windows can also serve as [[Egress-Emergency-Exit-Windows\|emergency egress windows]] if they are sized to code. They include a sash that flips, allowing the outside glass to be cleaned from the inside.

	== Advantages ==		== Advantages ==

Simcha at 19:13, 8 July 2012

2012-07-08T19:13:07Z

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	Skylights are large glazed windows which are installed in a flat roof or in a sloping roof with a slope of no more than 15 degrees. Homeowners often take advantage of a remodeling project to change the look and feel of a home. Many homeowners find that skylight replacement windows are a good way to completely change the atmosphere of a room without enlarging the room or making other significant structural changes. Vertical windows are installed in, on or parallel to walls while skylights are installed in, on or parallel to, roofs. Skylights increase light and provide an unimpeded view of the sky, in effect bringing the sky into the home.		Skylights are large glazed windows which are installed in a flat roof or in a sloping roof with a slope of no more than 15 degrees. Homeowners often take advantage of a remodeling project to change the look and feel of a home. Many homeowners find that skylight replacement windows are a good way to completely change the atmosphere of a room without enlarging the room or making other significant structural changes. Vertical windows are installed in, on or parallel to walls while skylights are installed in, on or parallel to, roofs. Skylights increase light and provide an unimpeded view of the sky, in effect bringing the sky into the home.

−	== Skylights ~~and~~ Roof Windows ==	+	== Skylights vs. Roof Windows ==
	Both skylight and roof replacement windows are installed in, on or parallel to a roof but there are several differences between the two window options.		Both skylight and roof replacement windows are installed in, on or parallel to a roof but there are several differences between the two window options.

Simcha: /* Design Elements */

2012-07-08T19:12:05Z

Design Elements

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	Homeowners can order self-cleaning glass for their replacement skylight window. The self-cleaning glass provides a solution to the question of how to clean a difficult-to-reach skylight window.		Homeowners can order self-cleaning glass for their replacement skylight window. The self-cleaning glass provides a solution to the question of how to clean a difficult-to-reach skylight window.

−	=== Design Elements ===	+	== Design Elements ==
	A variety of design elements provide solutions to operating issues associated with replacement skylight windows. These include a motorized venting system, a rain-sensor and motorized venetian blinds.		A variety of design elements provide solutions to operating issues associated with replacement skylight windows. These include a motorized venting system, a rain-sensor and motorized venetian blinds.

−	==== Motorized Venting System ====	+	=== Motorized Venting System ===
	A motorized venting system allows homeowners to open and close a skylight window at the flip of a switch. The remote control activates the raising and lowering of the skylight window pane.		A motorized venting system allows homeowners to open and close a skylight window at the flip of a switch. The remote control activates the raising and lowering of the skylight window pane.

−	==== Rain Sensors ====	+	=== Rain Sensors ===
	Rain sensors will automatically close the skylight window if it starts to rain.		Rain sensors will automatically close the skylight window if it starts to rain.

−	==== Blinds ====	+	=== Blinds ===
	Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.		Motorized Venetian and roller blinds are available for replacement skylight windows which adjust diffuse and block light. These units can be operated by remote control.

	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]		[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

Simcha: /* Glazing */

2012-07-08T19:11:08Z

Glazing

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	Replacement skylight windows are manufactured with special strengthened glass. This glass is laminated or tempered and prevents access. It also prevents shattering in the event of a natural disaster.		Replacement skylight windows are manufactured with special strengthened glass. This glass is laminated or tempered and prevents access. It also prevents shattering in the event of a natural disaster.

−	==== Coatings ====	+	=== Coatings ===
	There are a variety of coatings which can be applied to the window to filter the heat that enters through the window while reducing solar gain. These are microscopically invisible coatings which are applied to the window panes in the factory. Coatings include Low-E coatings, spectrally selective coatings and reflective coatings.		There are a variety of coatings which can be applied to the window to filter the heat that enters through the window while reducing solar gain. These are microscopically invisible coatings which are applied to the window panes in the factory. Coatings include Low-E coatings, spectrally selective coatings and reflective coatings.

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	A Low E (low emissivity) coating is applied to the inside of the replacement skylight window to lower the solar radiation admitted through the skylight window.		A Low E (low emissivity) coating is applied to the inside of the replacement skylight window to lower the solar radiation admitted through the skylight window.

−	===== Spectrally Selective =====	+	==== Spectrally Selective ====
	Spectrally selective coatings allow the full amount of light to be transmitted while they filter out between 40%–70% of the heat normally transmitted through a skylight replacement window.		Spectrally selective coatings allow the full amount of light to be transmitted while they filter out between 40%–70% of the heat normally transmitted through a skylight replacement window.

−	===== Reflective Coatings =====	+	==== Reflective Coatings ====
	Reflective coatings block some of the light that comes through a skylight replacement window by reducing the transmission of solar radiation.		Reflective coatings block some of the light that comes through a skylight replacement window by reducing the transmission of solar radiation.

−	==== Multi-Panes ====	+	=== Multi-Panes ===
	Skylight windows can be manufactured with double or triple panes which add thermal insulation to the window. The air, or insulating gas, which exists between the window panes acts as an insulator to prevent temperature transfers. Triple pane replacement skylight windows are recommended for homes built or remodeled in extreme climates.		Skylight windows can be manufactured with double or triple panes which add thermal insulation to the window. The air, or insulating gas, which exists between the window panes acts as an insulator to prevent temperature transfers. Triple pane replacement skylight windows are recommended for homes built or remodeled in extreme climates.

−	==== Self-Cleaning Glass ====	+	=== Self-Cleaning Glass ===
−	Homeowners can order self-cleaning glass for their replacement skylight window. The self-cleaning glass provides a solution to the question of how to clean a difficult-to-reach skylight window.	+	Homeowners can order self-cleaning glass for their replacement skylight window. The self-cleaning glass provides a solution to the question of how to clean a difficult-to-reach skylight window.

	=== Design Elements ===		=== Design Elements ===