With fewer sunny days during fall, you’ll want to introduce more sunlight indoors. A large window facing the sun is one way to invite plenty of indoor light.
Continue reading as Renewal by Andersen® of Sacramento shares more tips on how to bring more sunlight in during the fall season.
Add Transoms
Transom windows add brightness to any home. Use them above your doors and existing windows if possible. Consider having large, energy-efficient transom windows to add more light into any space without increasing the heat that transfers through your windows.
Use Sidelights with Transoms
Transom windows add more light with sidelights. Usually, these windows flank an entry point, but a single sidelight can bring in plenty of sunshine. You can preserve your privacy by using etched or translucent glass panes for the sidelights.
Unusual Design Window Placement
The unique style of design windows lets you position them almost anywhere in the house. You can place them inside the bathroom or living room in addition to your existing windows to add more interior lighting.
Use Skylights
Modern skylights are sleek, easy to install and have special flashing kits that prevent leakage. Work only with professional skylight and roofing contractors to install them properly.
Install Sun Tubes or Tunnels
If you want your hallway to be brighter, solar tubes or sun tunnels work great as an alternative to skylights. A solar tube is an acrylic or polycarbonate dome installed on the roof. It is designed to catch sunlight and reflect it down a sheet metal tube. Then, it shines on the diffusing lens on the ceiling of a room.
Add Basement and Walkout Level Windows
Basements and walkout levels are typically dark, so add more windows to brighten these spaces. Ask your window installation team for suggestions on where to install these windows.
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