How to choose the best sunroom for your home?

Adding a sunroom to your home is an easy choice, but choosing the right type and style of sunrooms can sometimes take a little more thought. With all the different styles and materials out there, how do you know what is the best type of sunroom for you? Let's take a look at the types of sunrooms and how to choose the right style for you.

Types of Sunrooms

There are many different types of sunrooms, depending on the construction, style, materials used as well as if heating and cooling systems are used. Here’s a quick overview of some of the most common categories of sunrooms:

● Conservatory: This type of sunroom is usually detached from the rest of the house and is also called a solarium. These buildings often function as greenhouses, great for growing plants, but are also unique spaces for backyard entertaining. Conservatories typically have a metal frame and an all-glass design.
● Patio enclosures: If you already have a deck or patio, this type of sunroom is an easy compromise to a full sunroom addition. Patio enclosures use existing structures from the roof and patio to form a new enclosed area that’s more protected from the elements than the original deck area. This type is also easily upgradeable later to a full sunroom.
● Screen rooms: While not technically a full sunroom, a screen room gives a home bug-free livable space where you can enjoy the sunshine and breezes in a more protected area. Screen rooms usually have screened windows, but no glass. They are another affordable compromise but are generally not usable in cold weather.
● Three-season sunrooms: These sunrooms are meant to be used during any season of the year, except for the cold winters. More affordable than four-season options, these sunrooms don’t have the same thermal glass, insulation or heating options. However, they are fully enclosed rooms, perfect for enjoying the sunlight and views of nature while adding living space to your home.
● Four-season sunrooms: These sunrooms can be enjoyed at any time of the year and in any type of weather. Four-season sunrooms are fully enclosed from the elements and use insulation and special thermal glass to maintain the indoor climate. Integrated heating and cooling systems can also be used for even more comfort. These sunrooms are truly extensions of the home, and the space can be utilized for a wide variety of purposes.

Finding the right sunroom for your home is a personal choice, affected by several important factors. Consider the following as you make your decisions:

● Budget: Possibly one of the most important factors, your budget can influence which materials you use and what special features you can add to your sunroom.
● How the space will be used: Think about how you’ll use your new sunroom — what furniture you’ll have in the room and what purposes it will serve. Also consider how often you’ll use the space and if you’ll want to use it year-round or only during the warmer months.
● Design aspects: Adding a sunroom will change the appearance of your home, so consider the architectural styles already on your home and if you want your room to contrast or blend in.
● Outdoor elements: Are sweeping views something you wish to capture and enjoy in your sunroom? You may want the room situated a particular way, or to have a glass roof if the views are important. Or if you’d rather have a space for relaxing, without too much direct sunlight, a solid roof and different design may be better for you. Consider the sunlight exposure and heat levels that are ideal for your sunroom.

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