2007-11-06 03:37:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Sun pipes capture natural daylight from above the roof and transmit this light through highly reflective tubes to where it is needed. We have installed these in schools and public buildings and they work exactly as the manufacturers claim.My only worry is whether the reflective tubing looses efficiency over a period of time, but as sun tubes have been available for around 20 years, I assume we would be aware of any problems if they exist. Two of the main suppliers in the UK are Monodraught and Solatube and can be found by typing "sun pipes" into a search engine. I am sure if you have any doubts, one of these companies could direct you to a public building where these are installed, as there must be many thousand around.
Best of luck. Building Services Engineer
2007-11-06 04:43:09 · answer #1 · answered by cliffrees2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Same as installing a skylight except smaller diameter. The bright surface on the inside of the tube highly reflects the light coming in.
2007-11-06 04:40:30 · answer #2 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do work, I'm thinking of having one don't have any natural light on my landing. If there is a local installer ask if they have any clients who would be willing to let you see a job they have done.
2007-11-06 05:03:27 · answer #3 · answered by groovymaude 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are asking about those round skylights...then yes they work. natural light is always best.
2007-11-06 03:57:04 · answer #4 · answered by doug c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lots fitted around here, yes they work well.
2007-11-06 08:56:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋