We’re thinking about building a sunroom on our house, but will it count towards the total square footage of our home and add some value? Finished sunrooms are included in the total liveable square footage of your house, and you can recoup 50-80% of their value when selling your property. However, only a third of …
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A stylish pergola can soon become the centerpiece of any outside space, and they look even more beautiful if you take some time to decorate them. From select pieces of furniture, linen and lights, to flowers, wind chimes and ornaments – there are many ways to decorate your pergola to make a statement in your …
If a lightning storm hits when you’re entertaining in the yard, then sheltering under your gazebo is not the best place to be. According to the National Lightning Safety Institute, there is no such thing as a lightning-proof small outdoor shelter – so your gazebo is not safe in lightning and you should go inside …
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There’s nothing better than sitting under your gazebo in the height of summer, sipping a cool drink (or three if it’s me with a keg!). We’ve been looking at Sunjoy Gazebos, so are they any good, and are they made in the USA? The Sunjoy Group is headquartered in Singapore and its US headquarters is …
Getting the right gazebo means getting the measurements right, so how are they measured? Standard gazebos are measured corner to peak and corner to corner, with another measurement taken for depth. Two-tier canopy gazebos are measured corner to vent, vent opening, upper-tier width, and upper-tier corner to peak. Let’s dive down into the subject of …
Florida homes mostly all have covered porch and pool areas called lanais. But why do they have them? Florida homes have lanais to keep out the tropical heat and sun, and the heavy rains and winds associated with tropical storms. Lanais also help to keep out debris, leaves, and insects, which is especially important for …
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Gazebos can really add something special to your outside space. As well as looking great – they also have a fascinating history behind them. From ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece, and Persia, to 4th Century China and Japan then Medieval Europe, Gazebos have a long and illustrious history that now includes Modern Day America and your …
So you’re thinking of putting up a gazebo in your backyard? Firstly – good idea, gazebos are great! Secondly – are you clear on whether you need a permit to do this? Depending on where you live in the US, you may need a permit to build a permanent gazebo. In fact, you may need …
In this article we’re going to dive down into nine quick fire facts about PVC roofing, so all your questions are answered. Polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, is a durable plastic that makes an excellent roofing material. This strong, versatile plastic offers protection against rain, snow, UV rays, fire and water, and won’t discolor in the …
I’ve had this discussion at a dinner party before – yes I am that interesting. Trouble is – nobody could agree. So in this article I’m going to nail the question once and for all: what is the difference between arbors, pergolas, gazebos and pavilions? An arbor is a small, open structure with an arched …
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