CFS
Wood Deck Mount (CFS) – Fixed
The CFS is a premium deck mounted skylight which includes a Douglas Fir curb, PVC base frame and extruded aluminum retaining frame. The extruded fusion welded vinyl (PVC) base frame includes a high capacity, four sided condensation gutter to eliminate water stains on the interior light well, unlike other skylight manufacturers. The multi chambered vinyl base frame is thermally broken, preventing the passage of cold air from the exterior to the interior light shaft.
Columbia Wood Deck Mount utilize solid Canadian Douglas Fir with superior finishing properties and are the preferred wood species in the fenestration industry. Be mindful of lesser quality wood skylights made with offshore, finger jointed wood with veneer cover.
Wide range of glazing options in both glass and acrylic»
Suitable for sloped roof applications only»
Exterior frame finishes – three standard colours»
Large capacity four sided condensation channel»
a. Glass
- Clear
- LoE³ Clear
- LoE³ Neat
- LoE³-i81 NEW
- LoE³ Triple Glazed
- LoE³ Bronze
- Solar Reflective Bronze
- Heat Mirror 44
- Laminated option
All above standard tempered / tempered sealed units. Each option available with interior pane in laminated — clear or white.
Any other glass options, including grey, blue, green etc in plain or coated glass is available.
See Glazing section for additional information.
- Install on roofs with minimum 3:12 slope
- Mounting brackets are provided.
- The Columbia roof window recesses into the rough opening providing a low profile look that compliments your roofline.
See Roof types and slopes section for additional information.
See Why Skylights – What Size section for additional information.
- Glass available in 21 standard sizes from 14½” x 45¼” to 45¼” x 46½”
- Any custom size is also available. Example –rough opening 17 ¾” x 56 ½”.
- Down slope direction must be specified at time of ordering.
The CFS skylight in different glass options meets Energy Star requirements in different Canadian climatic zones.
See Energy Star section for additional information.
- Standard frame colour – Rideau Brown
- Optional frame colours – Black and White
- Custom coloured frames also available
- Suitable for shingles and other low profile roofing materials
- Use in conjunction with roofing membrane for superior seal
- Premium Douglas Fir finish provides you with the flexibility to paint or stain to compliment home’s interior
- The wood frame requires sealing or painting after installation
- Weep holes at base of skylight allows any condensation build up to drain to the outside roof
- Be mindful of skylights with one sided narrow condensation channels with poor drainage systems
- Eliminates water stains on your interior light shaft
Comprehensive 20 year warranty on insulated glass, and 10 years on the skylight
See Warranty section for additional information.