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Originally Posted by ComingfromCT
We are looking at preowned homes and we aren't sure if we would be OK with just a screened in lanai or if it needs to be enclosed. If it should be enclosed what should we be looking for? Some homes have nicely enclosed lanais but they are more expensive. Some say you need acrylic windows and some glass and .......... on and on.
Is there some good basic wisdom from you all?? I know everyone is different but is there any general consensus? I would think that due to the heat that we would need an enclosed lanai to be able to spend time out there most or all of the year. I know I sound like such a rookie but we really are perplexed. Thank you in advance!!
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If you buy a home with an East facing lanai, you might just need a fan for cooling. However we bought a West facing lanai and the afternoon sun was unbearable and we couldn't use the lanai. We ultimately had the lanai glassed in and with curtains and a Mitsubishi Mini Split air conditioner, we now use the lanai more than any other room. Good luck.