How to Clean Venting Velux Skylights

Skylights enhance a room with natural warmth.

Every house has windows, but the truly special ones also feature skylights -- a beautiful way to provide natural lighting, and from an unexpected vantage point. Velux makes some of the best skylights in the industry, including a line of venting skylights that are particularly well-suited to rooms that need natural ventilation, such as bathrooms and kitchens. Learn how to clean your skylights to ensure that your view of the outside world remains as clear as it can be.

Things You'll Need

• Sponges
• Buckets
• Squeegee
• Glass cleaner
• Soft brush
• Utility knife (optional)

Instructions

1. Start work at the highest row and work down if you have multiple rows of skylights.

2. Soak a sponge with soapy water and wash the skylight to loosen dirt and debris.

3. Rinse the skylight glass with warm water.

4. 

   Using a squeegee to dry the glass eliminates streaks.

   Dry the glass with a squeegee.

5. Spray the glass with a mild glass cleaner and clean the glass with a soft brush.

6. Dry the glass with the squeegee.

7. 

   Use a utility knife to remove sticky substances from the glass.

   Remove tree sap, paint or other sticky objects from the glass with a utility knife. Work on small spots only, and scrape in only one direction to prevent from damaging the glass.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid cleaning your skylight during the hottest part of the day.

• Don't use an abrasive sponge or let metal or other sharp objects come into contact with your skylight, as the glass can easily scratch and leave you with permanent damage.

References

• Velux USA.com: Maintenance and Use

Resources

• Velux.com: Sustainable Living
• Home Renovation Guide.com: Skylight Basics: How to Choose the Right Skylight
• Vinegar Tips.com: 1001 Uses for White Distilled Vinegar