A porch is really a place to sit, spend some time with family enjoying outdoor beauty. A well designed porch may add value to house. A porch can be open, screened and sunroom. Read this article to find out porch design ideas.
Open Porch Design
An open porch is a deck covered by roof structure thats supported by pillars. This porch is one of popular designs of porch. Open porch in front yard of your house can be decorated by placing plants in containers. Cane and bamboo furniture can also be placed to sit there. Use sculpture, outdoor swings or hammock in your porch.
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Screened Porch Design
A screened porch is a wonderful way to enjoy outdoor beauty. This porch is a room with perimeter walls of large panels that allow fresh air and sunlight in the porch and help to keep out mosquitoes and bugs. You can convert your lounge into a porch with indoor plants. You can use wood patio furniture and swings for comfortable sitting.
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Sunroom Porch Design
A sunroom porch is a perfect way to enjoy outdoor inside the house. A sun room is generally located at the back of home and has big windows. You can open these windows to enjoy the breeze in summers. Sunrooms are often used for relaxation and to enjoy reading. The best way to decorate sunroom is to place outdoor furniture and plants that look great in sunroom and flourish well because of natural light. You can use curtains and blinds in Sunroom.
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When you choose a porch style, you will have to keep in mind available space and design of your house. If you have a small house, you can not think about a screened porch or sunroom. Open porch is a good option for small apartments. If you want a porch where you can sit with your family and friends and want to avoid mosquitoes and bugs, the screened porch is good design. A sunroom is ideal for spas and hot baths.
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A porch swing is comfy option to sit, relax and enjoy outdoor beauty. It is a lovely addition to your porch besides a normal chair and sofa for sitting and enhances the warmth of your house.
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