Skylight Frames: Choosing the Right Type
This buying guide will help you choose the right type of skylight for your home. Learn about the pros and cons of different types of skylight frames. Skylight frames are made of wood, metal, vinyl, or a combination of these materials. The curb visible from inside may be solid wood, plywood, or white vinyl. With […]
How to Install a Skylight
Expert advice on how to install a skylight including planning the skylight shaft and installation, the tools and supplies you will need, and step-by-step skylight installation directions. In This Article: Planning Skylight Installation Installation Supplies Step-by-Step Skylight Installation A window on the roof lets in significantly more light than a vertical window, so even a […]
How to Repair a Skylight Leak
In This Article: Skylight Condensation How a Skylight Is Built Fixing Skylight Leaks Expert advice on how to repair a skylight, including help with leaks and condensation problems. Because skylights interrupt and penetrate the surface of a roof, they are particularly prone to leaking. Rainwater flows down the roof, collects at the top of the […]