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Skylights add brightness to a space. These versatile windows can be installed in any room to help boost your mood and reduce your reliance on electricity. If you’re wondering where to place these fixtures, here are some placement tips to ensure you get the most out of the installation.   

Where Should I Place a Skylight?

1. Dark Rooms

Dark colors can make rooms look small and cramped. Installing a skylight in an area with dark paint or wallpaper will create a natural contrast with warm colors. The sunlight will open up the space and create the illusion of a higher ceiling. 

2. Kitchen

WindowsSkylights provide lighting from the ceiling, leaving extra wall space for cabinets and appliances. The overhead window will also brighten up the kitchen during the daytime, making it easy to see what you’re doing when you prepare lunch and breakfast. If you have an island or dine-in kitchen, you can also enjoy romantic dinners under the stars. 

3. Bathroom

With a skylight in this area, get the benefit of natural lighting without any privacy concerns. If you install a fixture that opens, the extra ventilation will also help prevent moisture build-up. This may be helpful if you often deal with mold and mildew.

4. Bedroom

Melatonin is the hormone that regulates your circadian rhythm, or the sleep-wake cycle. Artificial light disrupts the release of this chemical, sending light when your body expects it to be dark. Turning off the electronics and enjoying the view from your skylight will help your body release melatonin for a good night’s sleep.

 

If you want to install skylights in your home, turn to Shepard’s Glass, Inc. Based in Kalispell, MT, they have been serving Flathead Valley and the surrounding areas since 1959. They work with all types of windows and will help you come up with the ideal placements to achieve your desired effects. Visit their website to learn more about their work, or call (406) 755-4540 to schedule an appointment. 

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