How Do You Install A Flexible Tube Skylight?
A tunnel skylight allows natural light to enter your home. With the introduction of flexible tubes, you can now install skylights anywhere in the house. Gone are the days when you need to frame out bigger, conventional skylights. Flexible tubing can easily pass through attic space letting sunlight or moonlight in to illuminate a room. Flexible tube skylights kits come complete with the materials (for example, acrylic tube dome, silicone tube sealant, flexible rubber hose tube, screws, and others) you need to create natural lighting for your home. Installation instructions are also part of the package. You can choose to have a professional install the skylight. However, you can also install the skylight yourself if you are used to carpentry work. To install a flexible tube skylight, follow these steps: • Decide on the location for the skylight. The site must be unobstructed between the ceiling and the roof. Since the tube is flexible, the path need not be absolutely straight. The flexib