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Wednesday, October 31st, 2018
The Summer Home Dining Room Collection will look perfect in a sunroom/breakfast nook.
One of the greatest ways to increase square footage in one’s home is to build a sunroom. This is a space that supports leisure and fun and is an oft-used zone in any home. Before you set out this retreat, though, here are some features that you might want to consider first –
Comfy Seats
The ultimate sunroom is sort of a second living room to your home. It should not automatically mean wicker pieces. It is also possible to bring in upholstered seats there, some throws, huge pillows, even tables and indoor-outdoor rugs.
The best sunrooms are also fitted with electrical outlets that will be able to support table and floor lamps for those cozy reading-worthy nights.
Temperature Controls
Many sunrooms already have their own air conditioning and heating systems. It won’t hurt to install a ceiling fan, too, or to have a fireplace especially for utilization during those chilly nights.
Shades
The sunroom can get sunny – like really sunny. Even when you did think of installing quality doors and windows, complete with insulation and all that, this space can still get a little warm.
This is where shades and curtains come in. Hang sheer curtains during summer and thicker drapes during winter.
Multiple Purposes
Ideally, the sunroom is there as a seating or lounging area for the whole family and for some occasional guests. Bring in a dining table and some seats to go along with it and people are surely to spend more time there, more frequently. This can become the breakfast nook or the dining hub for those nights when you’re not feeling up for a formal dinner.
The sunroom can also be used as an open home office. Just be sure to put a supportive chair there, a viable Wi-Fi connection plus a desk that comes at the right height and you’re good.
You get a great view of the outdoors so working and being productive becomes a lot more fun.
Naturally, the sunroom is an entertainment hub. So if you’re holding a large dinner soon, consider this area as your venue. Here, you’ll have ample lighting, air circulation and table space so the dinner’s sure to be a huge hit. Plus the kitchen is just nearby so getting food and beverages is a breeze.
‘Feeling whimsical? The sunroom can also be used as a display space for some of your collectibles. Here, you can also set up a sewing machine for your new hobby, add a few drawers and you’ve got the perfect craft room that’s bright and airy.
What’s a sunroom without the ultra-comfy rug? Here’s the beautifully-neutral Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Seabreeze Blocks Rug3546RS03110506750.
Winterizing the Sunroom
Now that you know the different functions that a sunroom can have, it’s time to create a space that can be used throughout the year.
The sunroom is not usually engineered to be cooled or heated 24/7. However, with an electric fireplace or any other heating source, it can be used during the colder seasons.
Temperature control is a must for a four-season sunroom. Find out whether you need a cooling unit or a heating system or even both.
Interlocking the sliding door sashes can also be an added protection against the elements. The glass that you use on the windows can also make a huge difference on how the sunroom can withstand the changing climates.
Double-pane glass windows won’t darken the sunroom yet they can help retain heat during winter and keep the room cool during summer. Compared to the single-pane windows, the double panes improve the performance of any heating or cooling unit.
You may also want to speak with a licensed electrician about tying up the sunroom’s HVAC system to that of your house. When this is done, the sunroom will surely be an amazing extension of your home.
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Everyone loves a great sunroom. This is that bright, inviting and open space that allows you to bask in natural light while securing that pesky bugs don’t disturb. The sunroom is one home addition that most homeowners would love to have. This dream world comes with heated flooring, the most comfortable furniture, casual décor, and beautiful windows and walls. This is one room that most homeowners love to frequent.
Sunroom is equated to leisurely living where every square footage offers relaxation and serenity. If you have been contemplating of adding a sunroom in your home, then think of any space that you are not using too often. Consider that this part of your home will be a sunny retreat so it has to be where the sun shines warmly during the day.
Consider these elements as you set up your lovely sunroom –
Comfy Seats
The best sunrooms often act as a second living room. It shouldn’t always have wicker chairs. You could also put upholstered seats there, plush throws, and colorful pillows. Even outdoor-indoor rugs and a table could be brought in there.
Be sure to install electrical outlets if you are going to use the sunroom as an alternative living room. Don’t forget the table lamps to light your evening reads.
Ambient Setting
A lot of sunrooms are built minus the heating or air conditioning systems. This does not mean that you have to suffer each time that you go there, after all, this should be a place for relaxation. It would be nice if you could install a ceiling fan in the middle of the room. This is great to use when the air gets too hot. As for chilly nights, see if you could have a fireplace installed, too.
Privacy Features
The sunroom can get really sunny so it is often installed with high-end doors and windows. These do not guarantee a hundred-percent privacy, though. Shades and curtains are the perfect solutions to such a scenario. They don’t just offer insulation, they can also effectively guard your privacy.
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Multi-Function
A sunroom can also accommodate a dining area. Ideally, the seating arrangement should be done so that it could still give ample space for the dining table and a pair or more of chairs.
The sunroom can also be an added space if you have set up a large dinner date with friends or colleagues. The dining and living areas might not have ample space to accommodate all of your guests so you could also open the sunroom for them. Just have ample table space, lighting, and make sure that air circulation is great so that what you’d have is an unforgettable event.
During those days when you just want to laze around and relax, this zone could also serve as your entertainment area. Be sure to protect your sunroom from the harsh elements so that you could bring your stereos, TV and lamps in there. Family and friends are welcome to outdoor-focused activities during the night while the day could offer a maximized sunroom enjoyment when you can just read books or magazines.
Typical furniture that you could use for sunroom corners is a table and a chair.
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