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The Difference Between a Sunroom and Solarium


Sunrooms and Solariums in Atlanta

You say “tomato” and I say “tomahto” and we all know there’s no difference. That’s basically true of the words “sunroom” and “solarium” except for one major difference. If you are choosing between a solarium and a sunroom, here is a brief description of each and why you would choose one over the other depending on your needs.

Sunrooms

Basically a sunroom is any space which allows the occupants to enjoy the sun year round. This can be anything from an area enclosed by nothing more than netting in a region where the weather is always temperate to an outside covered porch complete with a wall of windows installed to capture the sun’s warming rays. When building a sunroom around Atlanta, most experts suggest positioning the room to face the north so it doesn’t become too warm during the summer months.

Solariums

A solarium is a room completely constructed from glass, except for the wall attaching the space to the rest of the residence. Many times a solarium will even include a glass ceiling. Solariums are designed to allow as much of the sun inside as possible and can be utilized as a mini greenhouse during those cold winter months. Old fashioned solariums were often drafty and leaked, but modern design technology has taken care of those concerns as well as making great strides in glass innovation. Today’s glass panels filter harmful UV rays as well as reflect the frequently overpowering heat generated.

Interested in building a sunroom or solarium around Atlanta? Please contact the experienced professionals at DC Enclosures to schedule your complementary in-home consultation.

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