| A skylight can be an excellent feature in any home. It | | | | cut the battens and then the rafters as required. |
| is a wonderful solution to improving the lighting | | | | Finally saw the hole in the plasterboard. |
| situation in a dark, drab room. This kind of project will | | | | Beware of any electrical cabling which may be running |
| take some careful planning, however, to ensure that | | | | through your work area. |
| it is the right solution for your home. | | | | Place your skylight into position and fix it to the |
| Once you have decided that this is what you would | | | | framing. Check that the skylight is level at both the |
| like to do, you will need to decide on the size and | | | | upper and lower sides of the frame. |
| positioning of your skylight. There are many styles | | | | Depending on your particular style of skylight you will |
| possible; tubular, round dome, square dome, | | | | now need to install the flashings. This is an important |
| segmented pyramid, modular pyramid. It is important | | | | part of the job because; if these are installed |
| that you consider carefully how this is going to affect | | | | incorrectly you will experience leaking. Flashing can be |
| the design and look of your home. | | | | moulded into place using a soft wooden block to |
| If you are purchasing a pre-made skylight, follow the | | | | gently beat the metal into the shape of the tiles. |
| instructions from the manufacturer carefully. | | | | Once flashings are in place, replace the tiles. This may |
| Remember that you are about to put a hole in your | | | | involve cutting the tiles. Once this is done you are |
| roof, so be prepared for any unforseen | | | | finished with the outside part of the job. |
| circumstances. Have a tarpaulin and some rope on | | | | Now you will need to fit plaster board into the rebate |
| hand, just in case you are held up for any reason. | | | | between the skylight and the ceiling. Measure your |
| Mark the position of the skylight from the inside, | | | | plasterboard carefully and nail it into place. Once this is |
| ensuring that it fits alongside the existing ceiling joists. | | | | done apply joining cement for an even finish. Metal |
| Now get up on the roof, taking all your tools and | | | | angles can help strengthen joins and give a straight |
| equipment with you. You do not want to waste | | | | line to work with. Once you have finished your |
| valuable time going back and forward fetching | | | | plastering sand, dry and paint for a neat finish on the |
| forgotten tools. | | | | inside of your new skylight. |
| Locate the position of your skylight and begin | | | | Your new skylight will bring natural light and a feeling |
| removing tiles. When you are sure of your position, | | | | of warmth to your home. |