Building a Sunroom Ideas and Considerations

In some cases they can even be built on top of an existing deck. The only expensive ticket item associated with sunrooms, or solariums, is the windows and glass doors. As with any major home construction project a permit is required when building a sunroom, so make sure you visit your local building inspector before breaking ground on your sunroom project.

There are also companies that specifically sell sunroom kits that are both affordable and easy to install. Pre-made sunroom kits come in a variety of sizes, shapes and styles and include all of the material, along with detailed assembly instructions. Though building a sunroom can offer many personal and aesthetic advantages they typically do not provide a high return on investment, at least not in the short run. But ROI aside, if you like where you live and want to enjoy the great outdoors without having to step out into it, a sunroom can be the perfect home addition project. It can also be therapeutic if you live in an area with long cold winters.

Exposing oneself to bright light, and particularly sunlight, during the short sunlit days of winter can go a long way in improving one’s psychological well being.

If you’re designing a sunroom carefully consider the size of it, how you expect to use it, and the furniture you plan to incorporate into it. A sunroom should be large, airy and bright. Make sure to also include skylights in it, preferably skylights that you can open and close, and that also include integrated blinds. You can also find high-end skylights that electronically polarize the glass to block out the sun with the flip of a switch.

In regards to sunroom furniture patio wicker furniture is a traditional staple. Its durable, light-weight and provides a natural look that can easily blend in with the great outdoors. Alternatively you can include patio furniture in your sunroom. Metal or wood framed patio furniture with light and decorative printed cushions is a great way to create that feeling of being outdoors while still in the comfort of your four season sunroom. If your building a four season sunroom you can also elect to put in standard living room furniture, however go with light or flowered prints to keep the room feeling bright and fresh.