Three Season Sunroom Ideas

Furniture

• Three-season sunrooms typically protect the porch room from inclement weather, such as rain, but they are still somewhat exposed to the elements, including humidity and heat. Use wood, rattan or bamboo furniture, as these types of materials have durability from the elements. Incorporate waterproof fabrics or use cushions that can be easily washed. Many people have plants in their three-season sunrooms because they can still take advantage of the fresh-air breezes and sunlight. If this is the case for your sunroom, use decorative plant stands and holders as part of the design.

Colors

• Use light colors in your three-season sunroom, as they will help to maximize its energy efficiency, according to Repairhome. Many people use shades of cream, yellow and greens in their sunrooms, because these colors help incorporate the natural elements theme. After all, most people have three-season sunrooms because they want the benefits of an open-air environment without the bother of insects or weather.

Flooring

• There are several different flooring options for three-season sunrooms. If yours is built on a wooden-slat porch, then you can sand the floor to make it safe to go barefoot in it. Some people paint their wooden floors to match the rest of the decorations and colors. If you have a concrete floor, you can stain it to make it look more like indoor flooring or you can add ceramic tile. If you don't have the budget, time or skill sets to completely redo the flooring, add a natural fiber rug to the ground, such as straw or bamboo mats.

Climate Control

• Three-season sunrooms do not have the insulated windows or materials to block out the heat or cold, which is why they are not as expensive as other types. However, you can still add features to help control the climate inside yours. To combat the summer heat, add a ceiling fan or two. Some people simply use plug-in floor fans, while others add roll-up shades to block intense sunlight from the room. You can build an outdoor fireplace or add a space heater to keep the room warm in winter.