Solatube is 10 times brighter than a flexible daylight tunnel
Rigid vs. Flexible Daylighting Tunnel natural light skylights
Solatube is 10 times brighter than a flexible daylight tunnel!
We often get questions about the differences between natural light skylight systems that use flexible tubing and those that use the rigid tubes found in Solartube daylight tunnel skylights. Are flexible daylight tunnels easier to install? How efficient are they at transferring light from the rooftop to the room below? Are they cheaper to purchase?
Solatube is 10 times brighter than a flexible daylight tunnel
While flexible daylighting tunnels are generally inexpensive to buy, you might wonder if they actually save you money. Independent tests show that it takes 10 flexible sun light tunnel systems to match the light output of just one Solatube rigid tunnel.
This comparison was confirmed when the Building Research Establishment tested our Solatube system against the flexible tunnel system of a well-known roof light manufacturer. Contact us for a copy of the independent report.
Ease of Installation
Every Solatube system includes two 0-30 degree angles as standard to simplify installation (0-90 degree angles are also available). This means you don’t have to compromise on quality and performance for perceived ease of installation.
Efficiency
A single Solatube rigid daylight tunnel provides over 10 times more sun light of a similarly sized flexible daylight tunnel. The superior performance is largely due to the tube material. Our rigid tubing uses Spectralight Infinity, which is 99.7% reflective and transfers sun light evenly and efficiently down the tunnel to the room below. This material, unique to Solatube, loses only 0.3% of the light at each bounce. In contrast, flexible daylight tunnels have a concertinaed foil lining that reflects sunlight in the tunnel, in all directions, including upwards, resulting in poor light output.
Quality and Performance
Although flexible sunlight tunnels might seem easier and cheaper, they can’t match the quality, light output, and efficiency of rigid daylight tunnel systems. In continental Europe, flexible skylight tunnels are avoided due to their poor performance and quality. In the UK, while professionals rarely specify them, some homeowners and builders might be drawn to them due to their availability and low cost at builder’s merchants.
If you want a high-quality, efficient tubular daylight tunnel that delivers abundant daylight into your home, make sure you (or your builder) avoid flexible sunlight tunnel systems.
Ready to Bring More Light into Your Home?
If you have a room that could use a touch of daylight, why not explore how a Solatube Daylight Tunnel can transform your home?
Contact our friendly team today to arrange your home consultation and discover how easy it is to harness the power of natural light.
We’re delighted to announce that Solatube products are also available to purchase directly from our online shop! Bringing natural light into your home or workspace has never been easier — simply browse our selection, order online, and enjoy the brilliance and energy efficiency that Solatube is known for. Shop now and let the sunshine in!
Solatube UK
163 Linnet Drive, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 8AQ
01245 377759
info@solatube.co.uk
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