Make the ‘rain rain go away’ with proper roof drainage It’s your roof and your rules, so make sure your roof rules out leaks, ice dams and critters by ensuring proper roof drainage. The roof is more than just a protective covering; it’s a crucial component of your home’s structural… Read More
Question our nature to nurture the roof’s lifespan The team at Artistic Skylights is here to do our part in ensuring you get every bang for your buck. Given the significant investment a roof represents, it’s essential to maximize your roof’s lifespan to maximize the money spent on more fabulous… Read More
The wheels on Energy Star go ’round and ’round When we think of Energy Star’s 2024 program update and how it fits in our industry, we think of that ‘in case of an emergency’ laptop from the Stone Age that we all store in our back room. Why, you may… Read More
Break through the skylight replacement with repairs We get it – a once cozy skylight turned inverted drafty-chimney can make you want to skip the glass repairs and batten down the hatches with a complete overhaul reinstall, skylight replacement instead. But just because the wind is blowing through your windows… Read More
Takedown indecision with this skylight comparison – no switch kick necessary In the league of skylight comparisons, two heavyweight contenders step into the ring – acrylic and polycarbonate. When these transparent titans are vying for a spot in your space, both will promise to let the sunshine in and keep… Read More
Looking ahead as we tune-up for 2024 Thought that playlist would be your last walk down 2023 lane? Welcome to the new year (we’re starting early), where we say Spotify isn’t the only company that can raise the roof in a year-end reflection! It’s last call for 2023 – so… Read More
Don’t wing your skylight design; soar through it with style Gear up architects, engineers and fellow building-creating folks alike! We want to take you on a first-class journey to the centre of convenience in skylight customization – where the high-altitude overview is matched only by the attitude. With a cutting-edge… Read More
Threading the needle with a skylight to stitch an energy-efficient building Everyone loves an environment that’s tailored to them, and skylights are no different. When it comes to choosing the right products for optimizing energy performance in buildings, understanding/managing the margins around the perfect fit can make any property manager/building… Read More
Take the LEED on sustainable building Green is the new black, and it’s getting hot in here – so it’s time to take on some goals for reducing your carbon footprint. Preparedness is key. Remember that buildings account for ~40 per cent of global energy-related CO2, but when building to… Read More
Budding at the seams Nature is full of cycles – so it only makes sense that we, as humans, match speed and keep our backyard renovations turning over fresh new looks every few seasons. As we’re making our way through 2023, it’s in(side) with the old and out(side) with the… Read More
