Gibsons Roofing

Gibsons Roofing
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The roots of Solatube International, Inc., originator of the tubular skylight, date back to the 1980s and an Australian inventor. Working alone, the inventor developed a breakthrough in natural lighting for homes and commercial buildings.

The system he invented is comprised of a reflector located in a roof-mounted dome, that collects light and directs it down a highly reflective cylinder to a light diffuser in the ceiling that looks like a standard light fixture. The tubing can be angled around attic obstructions for easy installation. Its interior is lined with a highly reflective surface that reflects light down the tube as it travels the distance to the ceiling diffuser fixture.

Construction of the system and optimal alignment in installation assure that maximum light is transmitted to the interior site. Currently, the Solatube product line includes a 10 inch, 14 inch, and 16 inch diameter system, with options for lighting and ventilation kits.

These options are incorporated into the Solatube design to provide the functionality and practicality that consumers need, making the need for numerous different fixtures in the ceiling unnecessary. All systems are suitable for residential and commercial use. Solatube is the largest manufacturer of tubular skylights in the world.