A lanai is an enclosed screen room that offers the perfect private space to enjoy the outdoors comfortably all year round.
A lanai is an enclosed screen room that offers the perfect private space to enjoy the outdoors comfortably all year round. As a home extension, homeowners can use the lanai for reading, dining, relaxing, gaming, or entertaining with friends. Lanais keep the rain, sun, wind, leaves, debris, and insects out for uninterrupted fun. People also furnish their lanais to enhance the overall experience.
A lanai should look beautiful and offer functionality while also being affordable. Building a customized screened-in room on the property increases its value, keeps bugs out, lets in more natural light, provides more space, and offers privacy and protection.
Here are a few ways to customize a lanai to maximize the investment:
Screen
The screen is an essential part of every lanai. Not many homeowners know that there is more than one type of screen available for lanais. The most commonly used is the 18/14 mesh screens. These are widely used due to their affordability. It is suitable for larger openings that require added strength. However, they only last for 3 to 5 years and require frequent replacement. Another option is a 20/20 fiberglass screen tightly woven mesh. It is ideal for not letting pesky little critters and tiny bugs, also known as no-see-ums, ruin the enjoyment. These are densely woven and have smaller holes to deter insects. But it allows ventilation and visibility and offer privacy.
Frame color
Color is usually a matter of individual preference. The homeowner can choose any color unless the homeowner's association states otherwise. However, white and bronze are the two primary frame colors available. They both can match the exteriors. While bronze matches more with the landscape and the background, white can match the trim, railing, and fencing and offers a cleaner look.
Knee wall and chair rail
Choose a screen knee wall expanding from floor to ceiling that offers a uniform look and open feel. A professional screen company can match the knee wall to the home's exterior to make the addition look like a part of the home. Use an aluminum panel to cover the knee wall to complete the look. Chair rails provide structural integrity to the lanai and the design elements.
Doors
It is essential to choose the perfect door for the lanai. Choose a beautifully designed and functional door that blends into the outdoor space and provides energy efficiency. Select from French doors, screen doors, prime, or sliding doors. If there are pets, do not forget to add pet doors to allow them to go in and out comfortably. Wood, aluminum, vinyl, fiberglass, and steel are popular material options. Weigh the pros and cons of each before making the final choice.
Windows
Several options are there when it comes to windows while customizing a lanai. Choose from vinyl windows, glass enclosures, or acrylic enclosures for a unique look. For efficiency, it is vital to choose the right glass type. Low E, insulated glass, single-glazed pane, and argon gas-filled glass window options are available.
Create the perfect lanai
After building the lanai, you can customize the furniture and accessories to give the space a personal touch. Pick desirable fabrics, frame finishes, custom tables, and add fire pits for that perfect look. Contact a screen enclosure service company for assistance in customizing a lanai and creating a space that makes the outdoors more enjoyable.
Lanai Guy is a full-service screen company servicing Brandon, Riverview and the surrounding area for screen enclosures, lanais, rescreen and screen repair. Call 813-461-6159 to schedule an appointment!
