Room Darkening Skylight Shades

VELUX solar-powered, room-darkening shades are designed with a double-pleated honeycomb structure and an interior aluminum coating to effectively block even the brightest sunlight. This advanced design enhances thermal and energy efficiency, providing a flexible light barrier. By installing our room-darkening shades, you can improve the energy efficiency of skylights by up to 40%, offering your clients superior performance and comfort.

Three VELUX skylights with dark gray shades flood light onto some indoor plants sitting on a ledge underneath.

Benefits for Pros

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Customer
Insights

Research shows that 90% of homeowners prefer skylights with shades, and 91% are willing to pay extra for this feature. The number one post-sale regret is not getting a shade with their skylight.

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Installation and Quality Assurance

VELUX Skylight System shades are pre-installed at the factory, ensuring high quality and reducing installation time. Each shade is cycle-tested before leaving the factory to guarantee functionality.

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Profitability for Professionals

Increase your profit margins by 18-24% without additional labor by selling the skylight system with shades at a competitive price point.

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Customer Engagement

The inclusion of shades increases customer engagement with the product, leading to higher satisfaction and more referrals.

Introducing the VELUX Skylight System


The KLI 312 shades remote
KLI 312 Shade Remote 
The KLI 311 Venting Remote
KLI 311 Venting Remote 
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    Unit Skylight

    The base of the VELUX Skylight System is our industry-leading residential glass skylight! With deck-mount, curb-mount, and self-flashed installation options, the unit skylight can be fixed or venting to provide fresh air. Venting models are available in solar-powered, electric, and manual operations.

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    Solar-Powered Shade

    Add a solar-powered, room-darkening shade for maximum light control in any space.

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    Remote Controls

    Factory paired remote controls for shades are included in all Skylight Systems for easy set-up and operation. Electric and solar venting Skylight Systems also include remotes pre-paired to open and close the skylights.

    Remote upgrades avatlable include VELUX ACTIVE and VELUX Touch
    Manual venting Skylight Systems can be operated with a handle or control rod, sold separately.
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    Standard Safety Glass
    Standard laminated glass has advanced Low-E protective coating, dual-sealed and injected with argon gas for increased protection and indoor comfort.
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    Rain Sensor
    Solar and electric venting Skylight Systems feature integrated rain sensors to close the skylights automatically at the first signs of inclement weather.
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    Insect Screen
    All venting Skylight Systems include insect screens to prevent bugs and debris from entering the home through an open skylight.
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    Weathertight Guaranteed

    VELUX flashing is required to create a weathertight seal around deck- and curb-mount Skylight Systems, as well as to qualify for our 10-year installation warranty.

Customize Your Client's Skylight System with a Room Darkening Shade

Custom order skylight shades will ship separately and require a 3-week lead time.