Glass patio enclosures, also known as sunrooms, are a perfect fit for the Sunshine State. Our office receives many calls with questions about these Florida rooms, so we thought we’d share some of the high points here.
In this article:
- We will determine exactly what these structures are.
- Explore their many benefits.
- Learn a few tips that will come in handy when you’re ready to build yours
The goal is to help you understand the appeal and enduring popularity of the sunroom glass-enclosed patio.
Why Build Glass Patio Enclosures
Defining Glass Patio Enclosures
You’ll hear it called a Florida sunroom, Florida room, sunroom, glass-enclosed patio, or glass porch enclosure. Whichever name it’s using, the concept is simple. A sunroom is a room under your home’s roofline or a new solid roof connected to your home. It has a frame of wood or metal and a solid floor. The result is a room addition that is fully climatized. The most popular element of a sunroom is the large windows that traditionally make up most of the structure’s walls. Consequently, the name – Glass Patio Enclosure.
Celebrating the Benefits of Sunrooms
There are so many fantastic reasons to add a sunroom to your Florida home:
- Sunrooms let you enjoy the natural beauty outside your door without leaving the comfort of your home.
- Florida rooms are an affordable way to add extra living space.
- Sunrooms boost your property value.
- A dedicated place to relax and unwind.
Tips for Building the Ideal Glass Patio Enclosure
When building a glass patio enclosure, consider the following:
- Contractors: The right sunroom contractor can help you design and build a top-quality custom sunroom that fits your space and needs perfectly.
- Budget: Constructing a sunroom is an affordable way to increase property value. A skilled contractor will explain how the cost of a sunroom breaks down and show you how to optimize your investment. Here’s a terrific place to start: Creating a budget when you’re ready to add a sunroom
- Size: The size of your addition will have a significant impact on how you can use it, its cost, and potential placements, so think carefully about how you want to use the room and how much space you’ll need.
- Location: If you’re enclosing an existing structure, this decision may already be made. If not, you’ll want to weigh things like traffic patterns inside and outside your home, property lines, utility connection, and the location of outbuildings and exterior features like pools or gardens.
- Materials: The materials that you choose can have a significant impact on how your new enclosure performs.
- Wood is gorgeous, but you’ll need to be ready to spend plenty of time sanding, sealing, staining, or painting if you want to keep it in decent condition.
- Florida sunrooms are best built using aluminum. Aluminum is a low-maintenance option that offers a variety of styles and colors.
- Sunroom Windows come in a diverse assortment of types, so you’ll have many choices.
These are the most important decisions to make. Whether you are focused on the price tag, privacy, or appearance, an experienced contractor can guide you through the possibilities.
It doesn’t matter whether you call them glass patio enclosures or sunrooms. What matters is ensuring that you ultimately get the quality custom enclosure that’s precisely what you want. With more than 50 years of experience designing and building all kinds of patio enclosures for Florida families and businesses, Dulando Screen & Awning knows how to deliver the perfect result. Contact us today.
