Residential Skylights & Sun Tunnel Skylights
Residential Skylights & Sun Tunnel Skylights
Designed for allCanadian climates
Contents
How to choose3 Finding the right product
Product Info4 The No Leak Skylight8 Sun Tunnel Skylights12 Flat Roof Skylights14 Roof Windows
Flashing, Accessories & Glass16 Flashing Systems18 Why Blinds?20 Accessories22 Glazings
Sizes24 Deck Mounted Models25 Curb Mounted Models25 Sun Tunnel Skylights26 Flat Roof Models
27 Warranty
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Finding the right product
We believe that bringing more light into any building project can make a real difference to the outcome. To help you get the end result you’re dreaming of, work through the below flowchart to find the product line that best suits your project.
How to Choose
Flat roof skylights (Page 12)
Roof type
Sloped Roof
Small Space
Sun Tunnels(Page 8)
Medium to Large Room
Out of reach application
The No Leak Skylight™
(Page 4)
In reach application
Roof Windows(Page 14)
Flat Roof
The VELUX Recommended mark designates products we recommend for their ease of installation, greatest benefit to a healthy lifestyle and elevated energy efficiency.
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Skylights – Absolutely Watertight
Deck Mounted Skylights Ideal for renovations and new homes
Curb Mounted SkylightsIdeal for replacement projects
•3 layers of water protection against the harshest weather conditions: Integrated deck seal, roofing underlayment and step flashing
•Pre-painted white frames eliminate need for a painter
•Integrated gaskets drain condensation to the outside
•Streamlined exterior profile blends with your roofline
•A quick and easy solution for replacing inefficient plastic or clear glass skylights
•Simple to install; fits easily over existing curbs
•Finished white frame to sit on site built curb (venting units)
•Dual gasket system seals to the curb, preventing water and air infiltration
•Corner key design eliminates water hazards
Installation under 14° is not recommended where humidity
or condensation is a concern
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Available Skylight Models
VSS/VCS – Solar Powered Venting Skylight
VSE/VCE – Electric Venting Skylight
•Requires no wiring making for an easy and cost effective installation that requires no electrician visit
•Fully functional regardless of time of day or direction faced, reducing energy consumption and costs
•Pre-installed brackets for simple blind installation or order blinds pre-installed
•Package includes touchscreen remote control, insect screen and acoustic rain sensor that automatically closes the skylight in inclement weather
•Engineered flashing kit sold separately
•Benefits and package identical to VSS Solar Powered model with exception of solar panel replaced by single hard wire connects into a standard junction box
Recommended for high humidity rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Recommended for high humidity rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.
VELUX Recommended
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VS/VCM – Manual Venting Skylight
FS/FSR/FCM – Fixed Skylight
•Opens and closes manually with VELUX control rods when out of reach or handle when within reach (sold separately)
•Pre-installed brackets for simple blind installation or order blinds pre-installed
•Package includes insect screen and operator hook
•Engineered flashing kit sold separately
•Offers the greatest glass area for bringing in abundant natural light
•Pre-installed brackets for simple blind installation or order blinds pre-installed
•Deck Mounted replacement model (FSR) available: designed to match existing construction with little interior trim needed
•Engineered flashing kit sold separately
•Custom size fixed curb mounted skylights available. Call for details.
Ideal for visually expanding dark areas with daylight and sky views
Recommended for high humidity rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.
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Sun Tunnel SkylightsIdeal for Small Spaces
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Light is distributed in room
Light travels through highly reflective tube
Sunlight is captured
Complete Roof-to-Ceiling Daylighting System
Features & Benefits•An energy efficient source of bright, natural light
•Superior weatherability
•Easy and fast installation
•Dual frosted diffuser provides even light distribution, preventing hot spots
•10 year warranty against manufacturer’s defects, rust, corrosion and deterioration.
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Rigid Models – Maximum light output
Sun Tunnel Models
TMR Rigid pitched flashing unit
TGRRigid low
profile flashing unit
TLR Flat glass
flashing unit
TCR Flat roof
flashing unit
Elbows pitch adaptorFlexi Loc™ system
TCR only
•Features a highly reflective tunnel that provides brighter, whiter natural light output
•4' of tunnel included in 10" kit (14' max length)
•4' of tunnel included in 14" kit (18' max length)
•TGR and TLR models for South-facing roofs only
•Can be installed quickly around attic obstructions
•8' of tunnel included in 14" kit (8' max length)
•8' of tunnel included in 22" kit (12' max length)
•TGF model for South-facing roofs only
Updated Rigid Sun Tunnel design includes unique Flexi Loc system and elbows pitch adaptors to cut installation time in half!
Flexible Models – Easy installation
TMF Flexible pitched
flashing unit
TGFFlexible low profile
flashing unit
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Sun Tunnel Accessories
ZTL – Electric light kitAllows you to use the Sun Tunnel as a light source even at night.
ZTB – Decorative diffuserCeilling level decorative diffusers for VELUX Sun Tunnel skylights that transforms daylight into a decorative style that complements any décor. Available in four colours.
ZTC 41 – Energy kitIncreases the energy efficiency of VELUX Sun Tunnels and ensures Energy Star® qualification.
ZTC 02 – Fresnel diffuser plateCeiling level diffuser with unique concentric honeycomb parabolic prisms to maximize light diffusion.
ZTC 03 – Prismatic diffuser plateCeiling level diffuser with uniform prisms to diffuse the light evenly.
ZTK – Lightblock shade (manual)Allows you to block the light emitted by the Sun Tunnel skylight.
VELUX Recommended
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Flat Roof Skylights
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Flat Roof Models
VELUX offers a range of solutions for flat roofs from skylights to Sun Tunnels. Both Flat Roof Skylight models are designed to keep heat loss to a minimum, make the most of solar gain and let in natural light.
CFP – Flat roof skylight
Polycarbonate or acrylic cover
Double glazed glass unit
Drywall groove for internal finish
Polystyrene insulation
CXP - Flat roof exit
Security fixings
PVC profiles
•Double glazed window with protective polycarbonate or acrylic cover
•Polycarbonate cover provides excellent sound insulation from rain and hail.
•Highly energy efficient, innovative solution for bringing large amounts of sunlight through flat roofs
•Available as large as 5' x 5'
•Provides roof access to flat roofs
•Sleek internal appearance with a 60° opening angle
•Available as large as 4' x 4'
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Roof WindowsFor within reach applications
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GGU – Pivoting Roof Window
GDL – Balcony roof window
•Opens to a 45° angle to satisfy egress requirements for emergency escape (check with local building code).
•Provides a dramatic, uninterrupted view.
•Window rotates 180° and locks in place for easy and safe cleaning of outer pane.
•Timber core with moulded white polyurethane finish.
•Ventilation flap opens for limited ventilation.
• Optional insect screen and blinds available.
GPU – Top Hinged Roof Window
Roof Window Models
•For within reach installations such as attics and bonus rooms.
•Ventilation flap opens for limited ventilation.
•Window swivels 180° in its frame for easy and safe cleaning.
•Timber core with moulded white polyurethane finish.
•Available in varnished pine or painted white.
• Optional insect screen and blinds available.
• Dual-sash operation: Top opens for ventilation and bottom opens outward to create a cabrio balcony.
• Top sash rotates inward for easy glass cleaning from inside.
•Available in varnished pine or painted white.
•Optional insect screen and blinds available.
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Flashing Systems
Engineered flashing is required for leak-proof performance on all skylights. Flashing kits are available for all models of VELUX skylights and help make installation easy and ensure water protection. The deck mounted flashing kit includes adhesive underlayment and step flashing for the 2nd and 3rd layers of protection.
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ECB – Low slope flashingUsed with site-built curb on low-slope roofs (For Deck Mounted Skylights only).
EDL/ECL – Shingles/shakes Step flashing pieces interweave with roofing material for proper water drainage.
EDM – Metal roof flashing Flashing pieces interlock with roofing material for a weather tight installation (For Deck Mounted Skylights only).
EDW/ECW – High profile flashing Flashing kit for high profile roofing materials such as concrete tiles, Spanish tiles, cedar shakes, etc.
EKL/EKW – Combi flashing Used to install multiple skylights in groups for dramatic installations (For Deck Mounted Skylights only).
Flashing Options
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Why Blinds?
Blinds are an ideal way
to control the amount of
daylight entering the home
and help provide added
heat control. (FCM model
requires Accessory Tray).
All VELUX skylights
come with pre-installed
brackets; for
simplified blind installation.
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Available for most models. Call VELUX for details.
Blind Options
Venetian BlindAllows for ability to control the direction and amount of incoming light. Maintains view of outdoors. Improvement in energy performance rating by adding blind as much as 34%.
Light Filtering BlindDiffuses the light while controlling direct sunlight and glare. Provides basic privacy. Improvement in energy performance rating by adding blind as much as 39%.
Blackout BlindBlocks the light (ideal for bedrooms or TV rooms). Provides the best privacy. Improvement in energy performance rating by adding blind as much as 45%.
Duo Blind Both a blackout blind and pleated blind in one. Combines total blackout with light diffusing in any ratio on any level on the window. Available in white/beige. (Roof window only)
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AccessoriesManual operation
ZXT 200 – 3' - 6' telescopic rodA telescopic rod for operation of out of reach manual blinds. 3' extension available (ZCT 100).
Models: all skylight manual blinds
ZZZ 201 & ZZZ 212 – Crank handleA crank handle that operates within reach manual venting skylights.
Models: VS (ZZZ 201), VCM (ZZZ 212)
ZCT 300 – 6' - 10' telescopic rodA telescopic rod to operate manual venting skylights with a smooth-turning operation. 3' extension available (ZCT 100).
Models: VS, VCM
ZZZ 213B – Trim kitFills drywall groove to provide a clean interior finish on replacement projects preventing the need for interior trim work. 2 kits are needed for sizes S06, C12 and M08.
Models: VSE, VS, FS
ZZZ 203 – AdaptorsAngle adaptor allows operation on a steeper pitch.
Models: VS, VCM
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Electrical operation
NEW KLR 200 – Advanced RF (radio frequency) remoteAdvanced RF technology allows the user to operate skylights and blinds from anywhere in the house with a touchscreen remote.
Models: VSS, VSE, VCE, VCS (Included)
KLI 110 – RF keypadSimple operation of blinds. Operates wirelessly and can be wall mounted. Included with solar blinds for manual or fixed skylights.
KLF 100 – Home automation integration kitProvides two advanced functions: it acts as a repeater that extends the RF range for large spaces as well as an interface unit which allows operation via external systems in your home.
Models: VSS, VSE, VCS, VCE
KLB 100 – Battery backupAllows limited operation of electric skylights during a power failure. One needed per applicable skylight.
Models: VSE, VCE
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CleanComfortPlus glass (04 code)
Comfort glass (05 code)
•Exterior tempered safety glass
•Triple coated with Low-E, dual sealed and injected with Argon gas
•Laminated interior pane for added safety and protection from UV rays
•Excellent energy efficiency and thermal performance
•Exterior and interior tempered safety glass
•Triple coated with Low-E, dual sealed and injected with Argon gas
•High energy efficiency and thermal performance
•Protects against fade-causing UV rays
CleanEnergyPlus glass (06 code)
•Exterior tempered safety glass
•Triple coated with Low-E, dual sealed and injected with Argon gas
•Extra thick laminated interior pane designed for safety and energy efficiency
•Three times more protection against solar heat gain
Glazings
Choosing the right glass
VELUX glass has an advanced LoE3 protective coating that provides maximum daylight and heat control for year-round comfort and energy savings. All glazings offer some degree of protection from heat loss & gain, fading and sound.
Laminated glass with Neat® coating The smoother surface disperses water evenly, removing dirt more quickly and reducing water spots. Dual pane laminated glass is standard on VSS, VSE, VS, VCS, VCE, VCM models.
Tempered glassTempered glass is very strong and energy efficient however it does not have the superior cleaning ability or noise reduction of laminated glass.
Laminated glass with Neat® coating (04/06 codes)
VELUX Recommended
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QuietReduce unwanted outside noise by up to 25% less than a standard double pane glass, and up to 50% less than a plastic skylight.
SafeVELUX recommends laminated glass for out of reach applications.
Hail warranty10 year warranty on laminated glass with Neat® coating on cracking or breakage due to hail.
CleanFeatures Neat® glass coating to keep your skylight cleaner, longer, leaving skylights virtually spotless.
8’
Tempered glass (05 Code)
Benefits of Laminated Glass
VELUX offers numerous types of glass
variations including different surface coatings, tempered panes and laminated panes for safety, strength, privacy
and light control. Please call for details.
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Sizes
VSS – Solar Powered Venting SkylightVSE – Electric Venting SkylightVS – Manual Venting Skylight
Size code Outside frame (W" x H") Rough opening (W" x H")
C01 21 1⁄2 x 27 3⁄8 21 x 26 7⁄8
C04 21 1⁄2 x 38 3⁄8 21 x 37 7⁄8
C06 21 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄4 21 x 45 3⁄4
C08 21 1⁄2 x 54 15⁄16 21 x 54 7⁄16
M02* 30 9⁄16 x 30 1⁄2 30 1⁄16 x 30
M04 30 9⁄16 x 38 3⁄8 30 1⁄16 x 37 7⁄8
M06 30 9⁄16 x 46 1⁄4 30 1⁄16 x 45 3⁄4
M08 30 9⁄16 x 54 15⁄16 30 1⁄16 x 54 7⁄16
S01 44 3⁄4 x 27 3⁄8 44 1⁄4 x 26 7⁄8
S06 44 3⁄4 x 46 1⁄4 44 1⁄4 x 45 3⁄4
M02 not available with VSE model
FS – Fixed Skylight
Size code Outside frame (W" x H") Rough opening (W" x H")
A06 15 1⁄4 x 46 1⁄4 14 1⁄2 x 45 3⁄4
C01 21 1⁄2 x 27 3⁄8 21 x 26 7⁄8
C04 21 1⁄2 x 38 3⁄8 21 x 37 7⁄8
C06 21 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄4 21 x 45 3⁄4
C08 21 1⁄2 x 54 15⁄16 21 x 54 7⁄16
C12 21 1⁄2 x 70 3⁄4 21 x 70 1⁄4
D26* 23 1⁄4 x 23 7⁄16 22 1⁄2 x 22 15⁄16
D06* 23 1⁄4 x 46 1⁄4 22 1⁄2 x 45 3⁄4
M02 30 9⁄16 x 30 1⁄2 30 1⁄16 x 30
M04 30 9⁄16 x 38 3⁄8 30 1⁄16 x 37 7⁄8
M06 30 9⁄16 x 46 1⁄4 30 1⁄16 x 45 3⁄4
M08 30 9⁄16 x 54 15⁄16 30 1⁄16 x 54 7⁄16
S01 44 3⁄4 x 27 3⁄8 44 1⁄4 x 26 7⁄8
S06 44 3⁄4 x 46 1⁄4 44 1⁄4 x 45 3⁄4
*FS truss series. Also available in FSR model.
Deck Mounted Models
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VCS – Solar Powered Venting SkylightVCE – Electric Venting SkylightVCM – Manual Venting Skylight
Size code Inside curb (W" x H") Outside curb (W" x H")
2222 22 1⁄2 x 22 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 25 1⁄2
2234 22 1⁄2 x 34 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 37 1⁄2
2246 22 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
3030 30 1⁄2 x 30 1⁄2 33 1⁄2 x 33 1⁄2
3046 30 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 33 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
3434 34 1⁄2 x 34 1⁄2 37 1⁄2 x 37 1⁄2
4646 46 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 49 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
FCM – Fixed Skylight (Can be turned sideways)
Size code Inside curb (W" x H") Outside curb (W" x H")
1430 14 1⁄2 x 30 1⁄2 17 1⁄2 x 33 1⁄2
1446 14 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 17 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
2222 22 1⁄2 x 22 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 25 1⁄2
2230 22 1⁄2 x 30 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 33 1⁄2
2234 22 1⁄2 x 34 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 37 1⁄2
2246 22 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
2270 22 1⁄2 x 70 1⁄2 25 1⁄2 x 73 1⁄2
3030 30 1⁄2 x 30 1⁄2 33 1⁄2 x 33 1⁄2
3046 30 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 33 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
3434 34 1⁄2 x 34 1⁄2 37 1⁄2 x 37 1⁄2
4646 46 1⁄2 x 46 1⁄2 49 1⁄2 x 49 1⁄2
Custom sizes available. Call for details.
Sun Tunnel Skylights
Curb Mounted Models
Diameter10"
Diameter14"
Diameter22"
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CFP – Flat Roof Skylight Size code Rough opening
(W x H cm)Rough opening
(W" x H")Exterior frame
(W" x H")
6060 60 x 60 23 5⁄8 x 23 5⁄8 30 5⁄8 x 30 5⁄8
6090 60 x 90 23 5⁄8 x 35 7⁄16 30 5⁄8 x 42 ½
8080 80 x 80 31½ x 31½ 35 ½ x 35 ½
9090 90 x 90 35 7⁄16 x 35 7⁄16 42 ½ x 42 ½
90120 90 x 120 35 7⁄16 x 47 ¼ 42 ½ x 54 1⁄3
100100 100 x 100 39 3⁄8 x 39 3⁄8 46 7⁄16 x 46 7⁄16
100150 100 x 150 39 3⁄8 x 59 46 7⁄16 x 66 1⁄8
120120 120 x 120 47¼ x 47¼ 54 1⁄3 x 54 1⁄3
150150 150 x 150 59 x 59 66 1⁄8 x 66 1⁄8
CXP – Flat Roof Exit
Size code Rough opening (W x H cm)
Rough opening (W" x H")
Exterior frame (W" x H")
90120 90 x 120 35 7⁄16 x 47 ¼ 42 ½ x 54 1⁄3
100100 100 x 100 39 3⁄8 x 39 3⁄8 46 7⁄16 x 46 7⁄16
120120 120 x 120 47 ¼ x 47 ¼ 54 1/3 x 54 1⁄3
Flat Roof Models
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Limited Warranty Summary
This Warranty applies to products manufactured as of January 1st, 2010. Please contact VELUX for warranty information for product manufactured prior to 2010.
VELUX Skylights & Roof Windows10 YEARS: Part for defective skylights, roof
windows and flashings.
10 YEARS: Laminated glass with Neat® coating on cracking or breakage due to hail.
20 YEARS: Parts (labour not included) on seal failure (moisture between glass panes).
VELUX Sun Tunnel Skylights 10 YEARS: Parts (corrosion and deterioration).
VELUX Electrical Systems, Sunscreening Accessories & Commercial Skylights5 YEARS: Parts (labour not included)
for electrical systems and sunscreening accessories.
See velux.ca or call for details.
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