Also compared to full additions the cost is far less expensive.
Closed in porch additions.
The original roofline was untouched but a porch addition with broad pyramidal columns adds vintage looking support for the ceiling.
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The location of the porch and how it is accessed from the house will determine how the porch can be repurposed.
All of these ideas for using your porch as an addition are for enclosed porches.
The after photo reveals what an enclosed porch can add to a home s exterior beauty and function.
Finally compared to patio enclosures screened in porches are cheap.
In addition to restoring the logs fixing the foundation adding stone steps and reviving the porch in period perfect style the homeowners screened it in to make it more usable year round.
Using a porch as an addition can be an inexpensive way to add living space to your home.
If you have a patio deck or porch that is rarely used due to weather or bugs consider enclosing it.
Patio enclosures can enclose just about any space with either a screen or glass system so you can still enjoy maximum views and the breeze without the bugs or exposure to the elements.
Choose mesh for your screened in porch according to your budget climate and functionality.