Skylights offer a view of the sky or treetops, bring in natural light, and sometimes even allow fresh air to enter a home. There are hundreds of skylight types, shapes, and sizes to choose from that ...

Dear James: Dear James: My house is fairly small and I want to add a skylight to the living room to open it up. The problem is that there is an attic above it. Is there a way to still add a skylight ...

Knocking a hole in your ceiling can be intimidating. But done carefully and correctly, installing a skylight can be a fun DIY project that lights up your home's interior. Knocking a hole in your ...

Dear Pat: I would like to install a skylight in my living room ceiling. I am a little concerned about this project because my neighbor's skylight always leaks during storms. What is the proper way to ...

F irst, remove the skylights counterflashing. On some units, you have to remove the whole glass frame. On other models, you simply unscrew a metal channel from the curb. Next, pry off the old shingles ...

Want to cover your skylight from the inside? Create your own DIY custom skylight shade. Below are supplies, step-by-step ...

Question: I would like to install a skylight in my family room, but I'm concerned that it will waste energy and increase my utility bills. Are there any energy-efficient skylights and how should I ...

Q: I live in a small one-story house with a pitched roof. I want to add a skylight in my living room, and there is a tall attic above it. Is it still effective to add a skylight, and how do I do it? A ...

Q: I want more natural light so fewer electric lights are needed. I am not a big do-it-yourselfer, so a skylight with a lightwell is not an option. Will a tubular skylight help, and what other tips ...

Take advantage of Mother Nature by installing a skylight or roof window, and bring natural daylight into a room. A sky window also helps reduce energy bills by providing illumination during the day ...