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EdFNJ 12-01-2020 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Dgizzi (Post 1868193)
Curtains? Isn’t that a pain when it rains? Or are they not fabric?

He didn't say either way but not if what he is covering with curtains are glass and not screens. ;)

Debfrommaine 12-01-2020 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Brwne (Post 1868054)
We wanted year around use of our West facing lanai so we added double pane sliding doors (Custom Window), luxury vinyl flooring, non-motorized shades (RK Sunshades) and Mitsubishi ductless a/c (Munn's). The shades were added to eliminate direct sunlight and glare. Non-motorized because there are 4 blinds and the motors are $295 ea. - I can do a lot of pulling for $1,200!

Same here, worth it. Love the mini split most of all.

shopinpat 12-01-2020 05:50 AM

We were very impressed with RK sunshades. Very professional and competitive.

Coal Miner 12-01-2020 05:53 AM

Yes

Cool Breeze Roll screens 12-01-2020 06:15 AM

West facing lanai
 
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Originally Posted by westernrider75 (Post 1867879)
For those of you who have a west facing lanai, what do you use to block the sun in the afternoon? We are looking at electric blinds and electric awnings, any other options?

Cool Breeze roll screens, retractable screen doors, interior motorized shades,privacy-hurricane shutters and awning.

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sdeikenberry 12-01-2020 06:35 AM

We have a glassed in lanai and a roofed screen room. We had tint applied to the glass and we installed Kool-A-Roos from Lowes in both spaces. They block the sun adequately, reduce the heat gain, and allow vision and air to pass through. Ours are manual...electric poses maintenance problems.

Jo-Ski 12-01-2020 07:10 AM

We put up nicer vertical blinds on the west. 10’ split in 2, about $600 installed from Lowes. We like them.

JodyBraga 12-01-2020 07:26 AM

In my home all windows are slightly tinted with HuberOptik film installed by The Solar Guys because the sun was turning the hardwood floors to sawdust.
Out in my birdcage, I have cloth shower curtains, so the rain doesn’t bother them.

rlcooper70 12-01-2020 07:39 AM

We installed the blinds for the same reason .... it appeared the blinds would be transparent enough for us to see out. They are not transparent at all when installed. Be careful to see what you are getting. We were fooled.

bruce213 12-01-2020 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Dgizzi (Post 1868193)
Curtains? Isn’t that a pain when it rains? Or are they not fabric?

The curtains are inside the included lani.

eeroger 12-01-2020 08:11 AM

Window Tint
 
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Originally Posted by tintthevillages (Post 1868018)
if you're looking to block the heat and glare on your lanai, i would recommend window tinting. We would be happy to come out and show you some samples and give you an estimate. Just give us a call at 352-638-7828.
Andy
tint the villages

beware- window tint voids warranty on windows!

Paula 12-01-2020 08:28 AM

We have a screened mansard lanai. Had roll shades for a long time and they eventually disintegrated and were a pain to operate. We had electric screens installed and absolutely love them. Not only do they provide shade, but they also keep most of the rain out. If you go this route, get the darkest screens you can.

splashes 12-01-2020 08:44 AM

WE HAD motorized shades installed by SHADE BROS excellent job and worked great in keeping the sun out as well as the rain

Redwood8300 12-01-2020 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by TintTheVillages (Post 1868038)
Yes, tinting windows does void manufacturers Warranty but LLUMAR takes over the warranty on the windows. So if the windows fail LLUMAR pays to replace them.

Why would tinting void the warranty?

BumpaOompa 12-01-2020 09:15 AM

Shade Brothers. They can install remote control or wireless shades you can operate via your cellphone or Alexa.


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