Enclosed Patio Ideas

If you frequently find yourself desiring a place to get away from the clatter from the kids, the roars coming from your spouse’s favorite TV show, or just to set yourself apart from the daily grind, then an enclosed patio may be just the thing for you. There’s nothing quite as peaceful as the outdoors – and an enclosed patio can bring that sense of calm and freshness to you right inside your own home!

Sunroom or Sun Lounge

For those of you who often experience adverse weather conditions such as rain and wind year-round, one could say the sunroom is the best patio enclosure option for you. The sealed windows and doors would provide the best shelter and warmth. Stamped concrete will always make for an attractive floor, but you can consider rugs and floors with heated pipe and insulation for your deck plans. Types of flooring are available in a wide variety of materials and forms and customers are no longer restricted to tiles. Newer rooms are typically constructed of aluminum framing with tempered glass as the primary structure and insulated panels or glass for the “high-end” options.

Screened In Porch

For those of you with a tighter budget, or who live in warmer yearlong environments, a screened porch may be the best covered patio option. The net awning will keep out the insects as well as UV rays, so you do not have to worry about how long you get to relax in your mini-home away from home. For colder days or chillier nights, consider adding a fireplace or fire pit. Both patio enhancements are very handsome yet useful when the temperature drops.

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Enclosed Patio Furniture

When deciding on which outdoor furniture to choose, you should consider product quality, value and style. If you like wood, go for Eucalyptus, cedar and teak. They withstand outdoor weather better than wicker, pine or oak. If you like metal, consider cast iron, wrought iron or aluminum. The easiest to metal to maintain is aluminum as it does not require special treatment and is naturally rust-resistant, built to last for a long time. Also, be sure to select weather-resistant cushions with a high UV rating and ventilation slits to avoid sun and moisture damage. Mildew-resistant acrylic fabric is a great, long lasting material.

Outdoor Kitchens

Another, more expensive addition to your newly designed enclosed patio, is the outdoor kitchen. Instead of having to go back and forth from inside to outside to get yourself a snack or to serve your guests their feast– you can do it all from the outside. The outdoor kitchen can come equipped with a grill, sink and refrigerator. Whether big or small, the outdoor kitchen has proven to help increase the market value and/or appeal of your home.

Landscaping Ideas

Be sure to note the growing conditions of your enclosed patio when creating your new landscape design. Once you know which types of plants thrive in the amount of sunlight your patio receives, you can line the edges with your favorite flowers, shrubbery, and if possible, a vegetable and herb garden! Be sure to choose only those that won’t overwhelm your space. Round bushes add privacy for a large patio, while a tall, slender plant would work better for a small patio.

Once you’ve created the perfect enclosed patio, make sure you have a professional home contractor do the building for you. Let this space be for relaxation only! End

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