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Adding a sunroom to your home can be a great way to increase your usable floor space, but there are a few important decisions to be made during the planning process. Settling on the right size, style, and materials of your new sunroom will ensure it’s one you can thoroughly enjoy.

3 Factors to Consider for a New Sunroom 

1. Materials 

The materials that make up your sunroom can impact both appearance and longevity. Wood provides a classic, luxurious appearance, while vinyl offers a range of color choices and durability. Another traditional patio enclosure material is aluminum, which is lightweight and easy to install. 

2. Type

sunroomThere are several different sunroom styles to choose from, and your choice should depend on how much use you expect it to receive. For those who want to enjoy their outdoor enclosure year-round, an all-season sunroom is ideal; these are built with insulated glass, allowing you to stay comfortable in colder weather. Another option is a three-season sunroom, which is designed to keep out pests and protect you from inclement weather but isn’t constructed with insulated glass. They’re built with screen doors and windows instead, which means the cold will seep in during the winter months. 

3. Style 

Patio enclosures are available in a variety of styles, the most popular being the gabled, or sloped-roof, design. Fashioned to mimic the roof of your home, sloped-roof sunrooms are desirable because rain and debris roll right off them. There are also a host of flat roof designs to choose from, which are easier to install. For those who want to let as much sunlight and nature in as possible, install one with large windows or skylights, much like a solarium. 

 

When you’re having trouble deciding upon the features of your new sunroom, Patio Solutions in East Rochester, NY, will be happy to help you explore your options. They’ve helped homeowners get the best out of their backyards since 1982, installing patios, window awnings, and glass roofs. Call (585) 385-9999 to learn more about their services. Visit them online for a look at their gallery of past projects. 

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