Screened porches can be the nicest spots to be on a rainy day.
April has its showers, and June has its heavy thunderstorms. In central Maryland, we get our fair share of inclement weather along with the many temperate, sunny days our region enjoys. The rain doesn’t have to rain on your parade, though. If you have a screened porch or screened enclosure, there are sure ways to keep dry on your screened porch and enjoy that rainy day, even outside.
Tips to Stay Dry on Your Screened Porch
Pull-Down Blinds, Shades, or Screens
Waterproof blinds, shades, or screens that you can pull down and roll up are useful for shading and sheltering your screened porch. These window treatments can stay out of the way during nice weather and keep out the rain and wind otherwise. They can be clear, opaque, or solid, depending on your preferences.
Velcro Clear Screens
Instead of installing permanent window treatments, you could also use velcro strips to discreetly but securely waterproof your screened porch interior. Clear vinyl or plastic screens are lightweight, flexible, and waterproof. Plus, they are easy to stow away when not in use.
Vinyl-Glazed Screens
Some screened porches can convert into a sunroom with the help of vinyl-glazed screens with metal frames. These window inserts can still open and close like regular windows, allowing you to let in the breeze or keep out the weather as you like.
Outdoor Curtains
Outdoor curtains may not be able to seal off your screened porch or screened room completely from water, but they block out wind and rain significantly. Curtains also make your outdoor living space more private.
Awnings
Awnings that extend over your screened enclosure’s eaves make it less likely for rain to enter your outdoor abode. Awnings can be permanent or retractable.
Enjoying Your Screened Porch When It Rains
After you have a way to insulate your porch from the rain, you can make the space even better with the right lighting and furnishings. A gas or electric-powered fire pit, a wood-burning stove, or an outdoor fireplace can make it even drier and cozier.
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