A sunroom is a room that is built with primarily glass walls and sometimes a glass roof. It is a great way to add value and natural light to your home.
But if you’re new to sunrooms or you’re in the process of designing one, you’ll need to make some decisions for style options and upgrades. This is an overview of those options and how they impact sunroom design and performance.
Styles of Sunrooms
First, think about the type of sunroom that suits your style and home. A classic sunroom has glass walls and a glass roof, but there are other options available.
You’ll find sunrooms in the following designs:
– Screen rooms: An outdoor room enclosed by screen with a door to enter the outside. This type of room is typically attached to the house and can be accessed from an interior portion of the home.
– Three seasons room: An outdoor room enclosed by glass that is suitable for use in the spring, summer, and fall. This room is typically unused during the winter months.
– Four seasons room: An outdoor room also enclosed by glass, except this room can be used all year long while remaining comfortable inside.
Whether you want to use your sunroom year-long or part of the year is a personal preference. Making this decision will ultimately factor in the type of sunroom that’s right for you.
Insulating Options for Sunrooms
If you want to enjoy your sunroom all year long or you want energy-saving benefits, you’ll need to rule out screen rooms. Screen rooms are a step above an open-air patio, but their benefit is that they keep bugs at bay. They also have a roof to block out the sun.
Sunrooms are available in two styles: insulated and non-insulated. This is where the major difference arises when it comes to considering your options.
An insulated sunroom remains comfortable year-round. The key is to choose glass with insulating properties. Low-e reflects the hot sun during the summer and warms your home during the winter. It also helps to control UV radiation.
Lastly, blinds can help provide temperature control and bring shade with the sun is too bright.
If you’re looking to add a sunroom to your home, get in touch with us to get a quote. We can assist you with designing a sunroom that you’ll enjoy for years to come.