Sunroom - Solarium - Room Addition
A Sunroom is often called a Solarium, and both is a room that provides an abundant daylight while sheltering from adverse weather conditions. Solarium is Latin for a place of sunlight.
The difference between a Sunroom and a Solarium lies in their roofing. A Consistories and Solarium features a translucent roof similar to a greenhouse, allowing ample sunlight to penetrate, but this also means a lot more heat transfer that can enter into the area. Porch upgrades became popular during the stay-at-home pandemic years, continuing the trend of expanding and enhancing home living spaces.
A Sunroom, on the other hand, has a conventional solid type of roof that blocks out most of heat transfer into the living space which is crucial to its use in the Southern part of the U.S.A. The roof is typically designed with a pitch, either as a single sloped (shed) roof designed structure or a double pitched gable style, or a hip roof design. Consequently, Conservatories and Solariums are less common in residential settings and are more often seen in commercial growing operations, greenhouses, or for restaurant and commercial purposes. Remember Windys has solarium type of sunroom in most of there locations back in the day, they got rid of them because energy efficiency. They would heat up the dining room area and each store would have to run the air conditioner all the time. So, when they remodeled the locations that had solarium type of sunroom they would remove them. In the colder climate regions, you might want that solar energy into the room but not in a warmer climate region. So, we want to keep that solar heat source away and that energy out of the room as much as possible. Most of the Sunrooms in this area are a solid type of roof design with highly efficient widows on the front and side of the room.
Pinched roof designs can be custom-built using conventional framing methods or constructed from standard stick framing methods or with the use of a Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). SIPs are robust building panels that have long been utilized by the sunroom and cold storage industries since the 1930 and the SIPs have recently gained mainstream popularity for their energy-saving roof and wall energy saving benefits. Unlike conventional stick framing, SIPs prevent the sun's heat from transferring through the panels. SIPs are four times stronger and twenty times more airtight than traditional stick framing. Nowadays, we use SIP panels for a variety of projects, including most of our open-air patio covers, screens, and sunrooms, where they serve as roofing material. SIPs are also employed in sunroom walls, alongside traditional framing methods, or in combination, to construct various projects. Some sunrooms are custom designed and sold in KIT form and sold by dealership programs. We are a little unique in that respect. We are local framers by trade, and we do know a little about window and glass efficiency as well.
The whole goal of a sunroom is to keep the area cool so that you can use the area and be confrontable while having an open view of the landscape.
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We are Stick Framer and specialty metal contractors by trade and also specialty metal contractors.
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Solar panels - These roof panels are also used within most cold r
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Solar panels - These roof panels are also used within most cold r
When constructing a sunroom, the considerations are similar to those of a standard room addition. Your budget will dictate the size and style of sunroom you can build. Considerations include architectural and engineering designs, permits, and the construction surface type. Roof styles may be gable or single-slope, with additional choices for framing, walls, doors, and knee walls. For glass elements like windows, doors, and transoms, refer to the high-performance glass details. Exterior cladding varies from brick and smart board to OSB plywood, vinyl siding, and aluminum. Insulation options are spray foam or batt. Electrical components, including wall, roof, lighting, heating, and cooling systems, require installation by a licensed electrician. A certified HVAC contractor should handle heating and cooling installations. Interior finishes may include drywall among other materials, with painting done by a professional. Flooring choices span tile, carpet, and hardwood.
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Solar panels - These roof panels are also used within most cold r
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Solar panels - These roof panels are also used within most cold r
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Solar panels - These roof panels are also used within most cold r
Structural insulated panels (SIPs) have long been utilized in the sunroom industry. Typically, these SIPs are clad with aluminum on both sides due to its strength and resistance to rust.
SIPs are robust and highly energy-efficient, suitable for wall or roof framing, and are increasingly popular in today's construction industry. These construction panels, available in 4-foot or 2-foot widths, are also employed in cold storage and now come with various different surface claddings, including OSB plywood and steel, in different finishes and profiles.
The housing market is increasingly recognizing the benefits of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), providing a variety of design and build floorplan options that integrate these energy-efficient panels. These can be assembled in days rather than months, all in the pursuit of energy conservation, as energy costs are not likely to decrease.
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Adding a sunroom to your home is a great way to increase the amount of sheltered space you have to roam, especially for those in colder climates, when snowy weather forces you to spend more time indoors.
A range of building materials is used in constructing a sunroom. Many homeowners seek to increase their living space and functionality by adding to an existing concrete slab. The initial step is to verify that the concrete slab is in sound condition and devoid of cracks. Once the slab or its extension is poured, construction according to the plan can commence. A variety of building materials are utilized in the construction of a sunroom.
Many homeowners aim to expand their living space and functionality by building onto an existing concrete slab. The process begins with ensuring the concrete slab is in good condition, free of any cracks.
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We provide a comprehensive array of construction services, encompassing both commercial and residential construction, as well as remodeling and renovations. Our skilled team is ready to assist you throughout your entire project. Reach out to us today to discuss your specific project requirements and desires.
Benefits of a ALL-Seasons room are for the winter months
We are builders of all types of Sunrooms
These spaces are designed to be used all year long. These spaces can be in a form of a kit that manufactured by a supplier. Or they can custom built more like a traditional stick framed wall and roofs much like a room add-on that incorporates a lot of different styles of windows.
These spaces are designed to use all year long.
A sunroom can utilize your existing heat and air conditioning unit to provide comfort in your new structure or you might want to a separate AC unit for use within the area.
A sunroom is convenient space that allows people to get more outdoors without being outside.
Sunrooms are used for a verity of different uses.
Here are some more common uses:
Home Office
Reading Space
Workout Space
Entertaining Room
Pool Table Room
Mud Room
Bar Room
Man Cave
She Shed
Granny Pod
Kids Playroom
A Sunroom has unlimited possibilities what can we do with your home?
The costs to build a sunroom depend on the size, type, quality, finishes, and if it's custom-built or prefabricated. There are all types of build variables and project complexity that can play a part of anyone projects costs. so, it hard to impossible to say a cost per square foot because there isn't one type, one size, one design of a cookie cutter type of sunroom that would fit most applications.
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Can a Sunroom be built using wood?
Absolutely! Traditional wood-framed sunroom extensions are an excellent choice for adding extra space and natural light to your home. Constructed with standard materials such as wood, drywall, and insulation, they seamlessly integrate with your existing structure. Key features and benefits of traditional sunrooms include:
Custom Design: Tailor your sunroom to meet your individual requirements, with a variety of custom configurations, energy-efficient windows, and doors available.
Abundant Window Options: Customize your sunroom with an array of windows. windows and patio doors, renowned for their superior structural and thermal performance, are often selected for these extensions.
Window Styles:
- Double-Hung Windows: Favored for their dual operable sashes that tilt for convenient cleaning.
- Casement and Awning Windows: Open smoothly with foldable handles.
- Sliding Windows: Operate on a track, offering a functionality akin to sliding patio doors.
- Bay and Bow Windows: Provide a distinctive aesthetic with several windows set in a wooden frame.
- Patio Doors: For sunrooms with external access, a patio door is a valuable addition.
Triditional glass windows sunrooms
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We specialize in commercial and residential construction projects, including new construction, renovations, and additions. Our team has extensive experience and knowledge in the industry, allowing us to provide our clients with top-notch services.
Depending on the wall framing these windows can be a single panel for thicker double panel glass window the wall must be framed to handle the heavier double and triple pane windows.
Our Process
We follow a rigorous process for every project we undertake, from initial consultation to final inspection. Our team works closely with our clients to ensure that their vision is realized and that the project is completed on time and within budget.
All about window glass performance
Selecting the right windows is critical when building a sunroom.
The usability of a sunroom often hinges on the glass type used. While standard glass glazing permits heat and sunlight to enter, advanced glass glazing features multiple coatings to block some heat and UV rays, enhancing your comfort. Coatings vary with the different climates and regions of the US; in Oklahoma's heat, glass with a lowers the "solar heat gain coefficient" is preferred for cooling efficiency. Invisible double or triple silver coatings reflect sunlight, and argon gas between panes boosts window performance in the sunrooms. Those coatings might have a little bit of a greenish tint to the windows glass but makes a huge difference between using the area and not using it on a hot summers' day.
Just a few different glass manufacturers supply all the flat glass for the industry's window makers. These manufacturers provide various glazing options for windows, which window companies then cut and assemble to size and specifications. All windows installed below 30 inches and sliding glass doors must be tempered glass. The window glazing is pivotal in a sunroom's construction, affecting whether the room is too hot or comfortable. With a plethora of construction materials for sunrooms, the design options are extensive. Glass solarium kits, designed for specific uses, may be susceptible to regional hail. More glass means more heat, even with high-performance windows. Insulation in the roof, walls, and windows is crucial, as it can determine the space's usability.
For sunroom construction, window performance is key. The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) offers a voluntary program that evaluates
Heat Gain and Loss - Windows, doors, skylights can gain and lose heat through: Direct conduction through the glass or glazing, frame, and/or door. The radiation of heat into a room (typically from the sun) and out of a house from room-temperature objects, such as people, furniture, and interior walls or the Air leakage through and around them. These properties can be measured and rated according to the following energy performance characteristics:
U-factor is the rate at which a window, door, or skylight conducts non-solar heat flow. It's usually expressed in units of Btu/hr-ft2-oF. For windows, skylights, and glass doors, a U-factor may refer to just the glass or glazing alone. NFRC U-factor ratings, however, represent the entire window performance, including frame and spacer material. The lower the U-factor, the more energy-efficient the window, door, or skylight.
Solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) is the fraction of solar radiation admitted through a window, door, or skylight -- either transmitted directly and/or absorbed, and subsequently released as heat inside a home. The lower the SHGC, the less solar heat it transmits and the greater its shading ability. A product with a high SHGC rating is more effective at collecting solar heat during the winter. A product with a low SHGC rating is more effective at reducing cooling loads during the summer by blocking heat gain from the sun. Your home’s climate, orientation, and external shading will determine the optimal SHGC for a particular window, door, or skylight. For more information about SHGC and windows, see passive solar window design.
Air leakage is the rate of air movement around a window, door, or skylight in the presence of a specific pressure difference across it. It's expressed in units of cubic feet per minute per square foot of frame area (cfm/ft2). A product with a low air leakage rating is tighter than one with a high air leakage rating. Note that air leakage also depends on proper installation of a window, which is assumed in all ratings.
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