[zendog3]

Originally Posted by Kenswing

We're also building on a lot with a west facing lanai. Luckily it backs up to the preserve so as the sun gets lower it gets blocked by the trees. We spec'd out the darker/denser 20/20 screen for our birdcage. If that isn't enough we'll have roll down screens installed in the lanai openings.

You made a wise dedision. You will be rewarded with the most remarkable sunsets over your perserve.

[Willow&Darla]

Originally Posted by Nanr07

We ended up buying a home in St Catherine with a west facing lanai, not our original intentions but did so because of several other factors.
Suggestions or comments? Our realtor suggested solar screens? We will be snow birds for awhile, not sure how impacted we will be by the setting sun. At least we can sit out there in the mornings!

I have west facing screened lanai and I have been enjoying the sunset almost everyday!

[GMIJFI]

We have a wet facing lanai and love it. Sun shades in the summer cool it down and it is a heat sink in the winter. We can sit out in our lanai in the coldest of days in Jan/Feb
and be toasty.

[TheCraigs]

Totally agree with "wait a while". We were concerned with our West facing lanai and now we LOVE it. All the neighbors want to join us for sunset cocktails in our birdcage. The 20/20 screen and patio fans help. A big NO to pergola - a waste of money in Florida.

[jojo]

We have a west facing lanai with a large bird cage. I have pull down screens that I have very rarely used for the 5 pm. sun. Our lanai is not enclosed. We eat most of our meals out on the lanai except for the few hottest days. We love the sunsets and our view.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by jojo

We have a west facing lanai with a large bird cage. I have pull down screens that I have very rarely used for the 5 pm. sun. Our lanai is not enclosed. We eat most of our meals out on the lanai except for the few hottest days. We love the sunsets and our view.

Last year we had over 120 days with temps in the shade 90 degrees or higher and much hotter in the sun. You must really like to eat in the heat.

[jblum315]

My western facing lanai is ok except for about an hour in the afternoon

[Burgy]

Originally Posted by Nanr07

We ended up buying a home in St Catherine with a west facing lanai, not our original intentions but did so because of several other factors.
Suggestions or comments? Our realtor suggested solar screens? We will be snow birds for awhile, not sure how impacted we will be by the setting sun. At least we can sit out there in the mornings!

Rainstorms are commonly from the west in summer also. Make sure your furniture is back a ways and be prepared to mop and keep adequate drainage channels

[Nanr07]

Thanks!

[Blue Oval]

Originally Posted by Bridicalder

We have the same situation. We are trying to decide between manual roller shades or motorized shades.
Pros and cons on either other than cost?

Are you able to turn a crank or pull the blind into position and return it? Manual will be fine for you unless you expect to have major shoulder surgery. Can you afford the difference in pricing? Would you like the convenience of just pushing a button on the wall or on a remote? Not a difficult decision to make. Buy what you want.

[Bill Pruett]

My west facing lanai was enclosed with clear double pane windows by the second owner. We've lived here for two years and have found it comfortable. FYI, no extra HVAC was added. Suggest you wait and see.

[Shoolie]

Originally Posted by VApeople

We have a west facing lanai. We installed screens that we can pull down manually.

We also had a patio built in the front of our house so we can sit outside in the evening.

We did the exact same thing, front patio with manual shades for west facing lanai but our back lanai is ringed with shrubbery that is now almost 5 feet high. Shrubs help with the sun.

[allsport]

Plant lots of fast growing trees.

[PatriciaFaheySimms]

I had solar film installed on window glass. Cuts the glare without obscuring the view. Plus it is a bonus during summer storm season. There are films that can protect from certain mph hurricane winds.

[Debfrommaine]

Originally Posted by PatriciaFaheySimms

I had solar film installed on window glass. Cuts the glare without obscuring the view. Plus it is a bonus during summer storm season. There are films that can protect from certain mph hurricane winds.

Had wanted to do this but would have voided the warranty on the new windows we installed. Great concept though.