Skylights
Made for Australian kitchens
Kitchen Skylights
Bring natural daylight into dark kitchens, creating a brighter, more open and welcoming space for cooking, dining and everyday living without the cost or major roof work of a traditional skylight.
Choose from SolarBright’s range of MaxLight tubular skylights and MaxLED solar skylights, designed for Australian homes and a variety of kitchen layouts.
Why Choose SolarBright Kitchen Skylights?
- Quality Products & Warranties: Enjoy reliable skylight solutions backed by generous product warranties.
- Professional Local Installation: Installed by experienced local skylight specialists.
- 1-Year Installation Guarantee: Added peace of mind with SolarBright’s installation guarantee.
- Designed for Australian Conditions: Skylights developed to perform in Australian homes and weather conditions.
- Flexible Options & Upgrades: Choose from different sizes, models and upgrades to suit your kitchen, available roof space and daylight needs.
MaxLight or MaxLED – made to suit different kitchens
MaxLight and MaxLED are both excellent options for brightening your kitchen, with flexible solutions designed to suit different kitchen layouts, roof types and natural lighting needs.
Suits Most Roof Types
Designed to work with many common Australian roof types, giving you more flexibility when adding natural light to your kitchen.
Leak-Proof Installation
Purpose-built flashing systems help create a secure, weather-resistant seal around the skylight installation.
Generous Warranties
Enjoy added peace of mind with quality skylight products supported by strong product and installation warranties.
Made for Australian Conditions
Built with Australian homes and weather in mind, helping deliver reliable performance throughout the year.
DIY-Friendly
Selected models offer a more straightforward installation option for situations where DIY installation is suitable.
Multiple Sizes & Options
Choose from a range of models, sizes and optional upgrades to find the right fit for your kitchen and lighting needs.
Need help you choose the right skylight for your kitchen?
Let SolarBright help you find the ideal skylight for your kitchen, with options matched to your roof type, ceiling layout and the level of natural light you want to bring into the space.
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Tubular Skylight for Kitchen
SolarBright’s MaxLight Tubular Skylights are a practical way to bring more natural daylight into kitchens that feel dark or rely heavily on artificial lighting, helping create a brighter and more welcoming space without installing a large traditional skylight.
Why Choose MaxLight Tubular Skylights for your kitchen?
- Brighten Dark Kitchen Areas: Bring natural daylight into kitchen benches, preparation areas and spaces with limited access to windows.
- Use Less Artificial Lighting: Make better use of daylight during the day and reduce the need to keep kitchen lights switched on.
- Australian Designed and Made: Designed for Australian homes, roof types and local weather conditions.
Solar Skylight for Kitchen
SolarBright’s MaxLED Solar Skylights offer a versatile way to add more light to kitchens where installing a traditional or tubular skylight may be difficult. They are particularly suited to kitchens where the roof and ceiling are separated by a larger distance or the roof layout limits other skylight options.
Why Choose MaxLED Solar Skylights for your kitchen?
- Flexible Placement: Bring light to kitchen benches, preparation areas and other spaces even when the roof is not directly above.
- Minimal Roof Work: Brighten your kitchen without the larger roof opening and structural work associated with a traditional skylight.
- Made for Australian Homes: A practical solar-powered lighting option designed to suit Australian homes and conditions.
Kitchen Skylight Installation in 3 Easy Steps
- Kitchen & Roof Assessment
We assess your kitchen, roof structure and ceiling space to recommend the most suitable skylight type, position and size for your layout and lighting needs. - Professional Skylight Installation
Our experienced installers complete your kitchen skylight installation with care, focusing on a clean finish, secure weatherproofing and minimal disruption to your home. - Final Inspection & Clean-Up
Once installation is complete, we check the skylight, clean the work area and make sure everything is fitted correctly and ready to brighten your kitchen.
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Kitchen Skylights FAQs
Here are some of the frequently asked questions about Kitchen Skylights. If you still have any questions, please free to get in touch with us and one of our friendly team members will be happy to help.
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What type of skylight is best for a kitchen?
The best option depends on your kitchen layout, roof type and ceiling space. MaxLight tubular skylights are ideal when there is a suitable path between the roof and ceiling, while MaxLED solar skylights provide more flexibility where a tubular skylight is difficult to install.
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Where should a skylight be positioned in a kitchen?
Kitchen skylights are often positioned above darker areas such as benchtops, kitchen islands, preparation areas or central parts of the room that receive limited natural light. The best position will depend on your roof structure, ceiling layout and how daylight enters the kitchen.
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Are tubular skylights suitable for kitchens?
Yes. Tubular skylights can be an excellent choice for kitchens, particularly where you want to brighten a specific area without installing a large traditional skylight. MaxLight captures natural daylight from the roof and directs it through a reflective tube into the kitchen below.
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When is a MaxLED solar skylight better for a kitchen?
MaxLED can be a good option when the kitchen is not directly below the roof, when there is limited ceiling access or when roof obstacles make tubular skylight installation difficult. The solar panel can be positioned in a suitable location on the roof while the light fitting is installed where additional light is needed inside the kitchen.
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Can kitchen skylights reduce the need for artificial lighting?
Yes. A well-positioned kitchen skylight can reduce the need to switch on lights during daylight hours. MaxLight brings natural daylight directly indoors, while MaxLED uses solar energy to provide light inside the kitchen.
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Can a skylight be installed above a kitchen island or benchtop?
In many homes, yes. Skylights can be positioned to brighten kitchen islands, benchtops and preparation areas, provided the roof and ceiling layout allows for suitable installation. A site assessment can help determine the best location.
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Do I need major roof work to install a kitchen skylight?
Not necessarily. Tubular and solar skylights generally require less roof work than large traditional skylights. MaxLight uses a compact roof opening and tube system, while MaxLED offers even more installation flexibility where a direct roof-to-ceiling path is not available.
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Which kitchen skylight size should I choose?
The right size depends on the size of your kitchen, ceiling height, roof layout and how much light you want to introduce. Larger or darker kitchens may benefit from a larger skylight or more than one light source, while smaller kitchens may only require a compact system.