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Old 04-21-2018, 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Wiotte View Post
Having come from the oft mentioned east facing lanai which btw was unbearably hot in the summer we now have a NW facing which should be hot but isn’t. Is actually pleasant during the hottest days. What’s the difference ? The depth of the lanai is 6’ wider, is fully open on three sides, is not situated within ally like backyards. We benefit from any breeze and the sun never reaches the rear block wall to radiate back heat.


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Good point, it does depend a lot on how it is constructed. Ours also is open on 3 sides and has space on all 3 sides for air movement. We also have a large ceiling fan which moves the air.