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Seasonal Affective Disorder Author: Lora Creswick:
Light Benders, Premier Solatube Distributors
Subject: Benefits of Natural Lighting


Natural Light and the Elderly As people age, falling can become a very serious health issue. One of the leading causes of falling is insufficient light in the environment. Since aging eyes require a lot more light in order to see, standard lighting often becomes inadequate lighting. Artificial light also tends to be glaring, which hurts aging eyes. When natural light is introduced into a living environment, the non-glare light can create a space with less light/shadow patterning that is often found with artificial light. It is this patterned light that can confuse the aging eye, often resulting in a stumble and fall. The National Safety Council contends that falling accidents are the leading cause of injury related death for people 75 years and older.

Quality light and a quality life seem to go hand in hand. When older people live in an environment filled with non-glare natural light, they not only negotiate the terrain more confidently, but they also tend to be less depressed, more social, less anxious, have a better appetite and even sleep better! All these factors add up to a much healthier and happier life, especially for people who are confined to an indoor environment. Are You SAD?


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Each year, millions of people worldwide suffer from a winter induced depression called SAD (seasonal affected disorder). Generally, SAD Syndrome begins to appear in people between 18 to 30, but it can affect people of any age. Symptoms for this depression include: general fatigue, feelings of despair, lethargy, irritability and a craving for carbohydrate/sugar rich foods (which leads to weight gain and an even deeper depression). Treatment for SAD has traditionally been sitting in front of a light box for a prescribed period of time and/or antidepressants. Such treatments do not always fit with an active life style.

Skylights have been suggested as being a viable option to light boxes for treating the symptoms of SAD. The traditional skylight brings in natural light, but they can be costly to install (often requiring complicated roof restructuring), messy (sheetrock, tape, primer, paint) and contribute to heat loss/gain throughout the year. Conversely, the Solatube is extremely easy to install (usually two hours total installation time), inexpensive and inert when it comes to heat loss/gain. Since SAD is costly in terms of lost productivity, Solatubes quickly become an economically valid solution to the lack of natural light in the home and the workplace.

Inexpensive Natural Light
Light is becoming a very important design element for homes and office buildings. Studies have shown that when people live and work in a well lit environment, they are happier, healthier and more productive. Unfortunately, bringing the light to the people is becoming a more expensive proposition as each year goes by. According to some power company studies, nearly one quarter of annual electrical use in the United States is attributed to lighting. But all is not lost! When Solatubes are integrated into the design of interior rooms and hallways, the natural light brought in through these highly reflective tubes is often the only light source required during daylight hours. The Solatube not only brings in the benefits of natural light (improved moods, increased energy levels, reduced eyestrain, true color rendering, making interior spaces appear larger) into the home or workplace, but it costs absolutely nothing to operate during daylight hours. Now that is a true energy savings!

Sell That House!
Do you have a house that has been sitting on the market just a little too long? For less than $1,000 a dark and dreary house can be turned into real show stopper with the simple addition of one or two strategically placed Solatubes. Since light is becoming a real design element in home decorating, give your buyers what they want—natural light!!! And give your seller what they want—a “sold” sign on their front lawn.

I have become so enthralled with the concept of natural light and the benefits of Solatube that I made them an integral part of my business (Light Benders) and my life. If you have any questions or would like additional information about Solatube, please give me a call: 503-228-5115 or send an email: lightbenders@lightbenders.biz.


Below are comments from a few of our delighted clients. To learn more about our products or schedule a complimentary in-home consultation, please contact us.

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Light Benders: I just wanted to thank you for your excellent customer service. And, I absolutely love waking up to sunlight (well, our version of it) each morning. I will continue to recommend your company and products to all I know!
Thanks!
Shirley (Vancouver, Washington)

I had my Solatube installed an hour ago and I need to more- Bigger ones! How soon can you get the guys back here? I can hardly wait! This is going to be the best thing ever for my kitchen and my family room- hate that dark room...Please call me back soon.

Betty B. June 12, 2007

Our two bathrooms are so bright and cheerful now I can hardly believe it! I told my husband it didn't look like any contractor guys had been in my house when I got home. I was prepared to get the vacuum out and couldn't find a sign of any dust or sheetrock or anything- I finally did find a little trace of white dust on the top of the door knob! Great products and great clean up!

-Janet H. May 2007

We love the lighting result and would recommend your product to anyone.
- Bob G.

Even after seeing it at neighbors, I couldn't believe the difference it made in my house. We love them. -
Ed S.

Great product, I can't believe how much light it brings in. My wife wanted at first to turn it off, but now she loves it!
- Mark W.

We couldn't be happier with our new lighting. The men we dealt with were kind and honest. Our installer was very capable and quick. I was surprised that he cleaned up, too!
- Rebecca B.

Really brightens the rooms, a great product, should cut our electric bill. The moonlight is a real bonus too!
- Daniel M.

Immediately upon installation we were extremely impressed with the results. A once almost dreary interior room has been transformed into a bright, welcoming one.
- Paul F.

I love the amount of light solatube adds to my once dark and dreary bathroom. It also lightens up the hallway that leads to the bathroom.
- Barbara M.

Great Product; My Before/After photos are amazing.
- J A C

Looks great; Installation was quick
. - Oxtrud H.

Absolute love them; Wish I had them sooner. -
June E C.

Much better than a skylight; no heat.
- John B A H.


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My Solar Star Attic Fan started taking the heat out of our attic before the guys were even finished installing it! Who would have thought I could get excited about an attic fan? Ours makes no sound that I can hear, unlike my neighbor's fan which turns on and off all the time and makes squeaky sounds over the electric motor!
George K.

We are amazed at how quiet and efficient our Attic Fan by Solar Star Solatube is! Quiet and no electrical charges- really an innovative product
. - Gene O.

I saw you at the home and garden show when you told me about this Attic Fan- it sounded like a good idea, but now that I have it installed- I 'gotta' tell you, you need to tell people about this thing! It is amazing, quiet and works really slick! My attic was cooler within minutes of the installation. You guys need to get the word out about this!
Joe K.

That Solar Star Attic fan is really working well this year already! When we talked to you about it last year it sounded like a good idea and all, but after we got the insulation off the eve vents and saw how effective it is, we became real believers! Our power bill was 30% less over the previous year during the summer and fall- that's the real proof right there! Thank you for your help and all.
Eileen M.
June 2007
NEWS RELEASE
SOLATUBE INTERNATIONAL INC. INTRODUCES SOLATUBE DESIGNER TOUCHES
Tubular Daylighting Device Now Available with Premium Design Options



Nov. 1, 2007: Solatube International Inc., the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs), has introduced the first-ever line of designer daylighting options, Solatube Designer Touches. The premium accessory line for the Solatube Daylighting System provides new options for homeowners looking for stylish lighting options for their homes and for designers integrating daylighting into their projects.

;We recognize that adding daylight to an interior space should add both function and design,; said Robert Westfall Jr., vice president, sales and marketing, for Solatube International. With Solatube Designer Touches, it is possible to use daylighting with more style and impact than previously possible.

Solatube Designer Touches offer versatile, stylish and contemporary design options for residential and commercial spaces. The new Solatube line is the first to include Dual Lens Array Technology, offering a selection of Effect Lenses, which can soften or warm the light color, and Diffuser Lenses, which control the light diffusion within a space. The lenses can be combined for visual interest and comfort. The product line offers four customizing steps:

(1) Choose Your Style:

White Trim – The White Trim is traditional dress ring that comes standard with the Solatube Daylighting System. The low-profile, white finish blends with the ceiling plane for a clean, unobtrusive look.

Stainless-Tone Trim – Designed to complement any modern design, this decorative trim adds visual interest to the Solatube Daylighting System. The Stainless-Tone Trim is ideal for matching traditional lighting fixture finishes or accenting room decor.

Frosted Shade – This lightly frosted cone provides a clean, contemporary look. It suspends from a White Trim dress ring and provides a visual cutoff to achieve more soothing, comfortable light in the space.

(2) Pick Your Diffuser:

Vusion™ Diffuser – This proprietary diffuser artfully blends daylighting on the ceiling plane and has a fine diamond pattern for aesthetically pleasing light.

OptiView® Diffuser – The OptiView® Diffuser offers crystal clear daylight and the highest light dispersion for a unique view of the sky.

(3) Select Your Effect:

Natural Lens - For clear, white sunlight, the Natural Lens lets in all the beauty of daylight without heat or UV radiation.

Warm Lens – The Warm Lens provides a calm, soothing light for any interior.

Softening Lens – This lens is engineered to create a subtle lighting effect by reducing glare and light for a softer look.
Warm Softening Lens – This combination lens blends the effects of the Warm and Softening Lens to offer pleasant lighting that is subtle and welcoming.

(4) Add More Function:

Light Add-On Kit
– When the sun goes down, turn on a light. This add-on kit fits inside the Solatube Daylighting System to provide an around-the-clock lighting solution.

Ventilation Add-On Kit
- For areas with excess moisture that require ventilation, such as bathrooms and laundry rooms, this kit provides a ventilation unit that attaches to the Solatube Daylighting System at the ceiling level, creating an attractive multi-functional unit.

Daylight Dimmer™
– The Daylight Dimmer allows users to control the amount of daylight within a room from the flip of a switch.

Solatube Designer Touches are available with the Energy Star®-rated Solatube Brighten Up® Series, which includes the Solatube 160 DS Daylighting System, illuminating up to 200 square feet, and the Solatube 290 DS Daylighting System, illuminating up to 300 square feet.

Solatube International Inc., based in Vista, Calif. (northern San Diego County), is the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs). The company's flagship product, the Solatube Daylighting System, provides a revolutionary natural lighting solution for all types of residential and commercial applications and is the only spec-grade TDD currently available on the market. The maximum; Innovation in Daylighting;
reflects the company's commitment to the development of breakthrough daylighting technologies, which has resulted in numerous patents dating back to the mid-1980s. Widely recognized as the industry innovator, Solatube International has earned acclaim around the globe for its unrivaled ability to transform interior spaces with the power of daylight.  
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