Fakro SFL Slate Roof Light Tunnel Tubes
The Fakro SFL Slate Roof Light Tunnel Tubes provide an effective way to bring natural daylight into rooms where a traditional roof window or vertical window cannot be installed. By capturing sunlight at roof level and guiding it into the room below, the system helps make darker interior spaces feel brighter and more inviting.
Bring Natural Light Into Difficult Spaces
The SFL is particularly useful in rooms where structural obstacles make conventional window installation impractical. Its flexible light-transmitting tube can be routed around obstacles, allowing daylight to reach areas that may otherwise have little or no access to natural light.
Once sunlight enters the tunnel, it is reflected along the walls of the reflective tube and directed towards the ceiling diffuser. The diffuser then spreads the natural light evenly throughout the room for a more comfortable and naturally illuminated space.
Reflective Light-Transmitting Construction
The light tunnel combines a flexible light-transmitting section with a rigid aluminium tube. The rigid section features a reflective silver-based layer designed to reflect and guide daylight through the tunnel towards the diffuser.
This combination provides flexibility during installation while helping to make efficient use of the available natural light entering through the roof.
Designed for Slate Roof Coverings
The Fakro SFL is supplied with integrated flashing designed for a range of roof coverings, including
flat, corrugated, high-profile and slate materials. This makes it suitable for different roof constructions while providing a practical connection between the roof and light tunnel.
The system is suitable for roof pitches from
15° to 60°, as well as flat roofs, offering flexibility for a variety of installation situations.
Available Sizes
The Fakro SFL Slate Roof Light Tunnel Tubes are available in the following sizes:
- 350 x 2100mm
- 550 x 2100mm
Key Benefits
- Helps introduce natural daylight into rooms without suitable roof or vertical windows.
- Flexible tube can help bypass structural obstacles during installation.
- Rigid aluminium tube features a reflective silver-based layer.
- Guides sunlight towards the ceiling-mounted diffuser.
- Diffuser distributes natural light evenly throughout the room.
- Integrated flashing is suitable for flat, corrugated, high-profile and slate roof coverings.
- Suitable for roof pitches from 15° to 60° and flat roofs.
- Available in 350 x 2100mm and 550 x 2100mm sizes.
A Practical Daylight Solution
The Fakro SFL Light Tunnel offers a simple solution for rooms that cannot accommodate a conventional roof window. Its flexible design makes it easier to work around structural obstacles, while the reflective tube helps direct daylight from the roof towards the ceiling diffuser.
With two available sizes, the SFL provides a versatile option for introducing natural illumination into rooms where traditional windows are not practical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fakro SFL Light Tunnel used for?
The SFL is designed to bring natural daylight into rooms where a conventional roof window or vertical window cannot be installed. The flexible tube can also help navigate around structural obstacles.
Is the Fakro SFL suitable for slate roofs?
Yes. The SFL is designed for slate roof coverings and features integrated flashing that is also suitable for flat, corrugated and high-profile roof coverings.
What sizes are available for the Fakro SFL?
The Fakro SFL Slate Roof Light Tunnel Tubes are available in two sizes:
350 x 2100mm and
550 x 2100mm.