What Is Sun Tunnel

A sun tunnel is a roof penetration that allows more natural light into your home. … Flexible sun tunnels are used when there are obstructions in the way of the space required for installation. Rigid sun tunnels are used when there is a straight shot from the roof down through the ceiling.

What is the difference between a skylight and a sun tunnel?

A skylight is mounted directly to your roof’s decking or mounted on a curb. Either way, it’s a direct window to the outdoors with plenty of natural light. On the other hand, a sun tunnel uses the acrylic dome to capture the light, magnify it, and then sends it down the tube into the light diffuser.

Do sun tunnels provide heat?

A sun tunnel is an economical approach to bringing the benefits of natural light into your home – at a fraction of the cost of a skylight. … Sun tunnels produce less heat than electric lighting, and the energy savings achieved by reducing dependency on electric lighting far exceeds installation costs.