What is Light Transmission?

Light Transmission refers to the percentage of visible light that passes through a skylight's glazing system. This important performance metric directly impacts the amount of natural daylight entering your living space through skylights.

When selecting the ideal skylight for your home, understanding light transmission values helps you balance your desire for natural illumination against potential concerns about glare or excessive brightness. Higher light transmission percentages mean more natural daylight will filter into your interior spaces, potentially reducing the need for artificial lighting during daylight hours and creating a more open, airy atmosphere.

Our skylights with various light transmission options to suit different applications and preferences. For living areas where abundant natural light is desired, skylights with higher transmission values (typically 70-80%) provide maximum daylight penetration. For spaces like bedrooms or media rooms where light control is more important, models with moderate transmission values (around 50-60%) offer a balanced solution.

It's worth noting that light transmission works in conjunction with other skylight features like Low-E coatings, which can selectively allow visible light through while still blocking heat transfer. Our skylights have been engineered to optimise both natural lighting and energy efficiency for superior performance in modern homes.