It would be a fun adventure to bundle up the family and take off on a holiday vacation, wouldn’t it? Most of us tend to stick pretty close to home over the holiday season though. If that is your plan, we hope you’re still taking time off to spend with the family—and that you manage to squeeze in plenty of time to relax.
A quick peek at the extended forecast in our area shows some might want to put on some socks and at least long sleeves, but, overall, it’s looking pretty good for spending some time outdoors. So, if your outdoor living space is enclosed, things should look even better.
Chances are, you do a bit of decorating in the space but, perhaps, this year you might take things up a notch. Whether or not you decide to go all out with the decorations, planning some special family events will be a great way to use your enclosure and create some new holiday memories to cherish in the process.
A few fun ways to celebrate
Gathering the family together for game night is an event everyone looks forward to. Holiday charades could be a good choice. Choosing the categories and topics for each might be as much fun as the game itself!
Make some paper wad snowballs and cut loose! And, of course, Christmas movie night needs to be in the mix. All the better if the weather is a little bit crisp. Snuggle under the blankets with some hot cocoa and hit play!
If your family loves singing but is a bit shy about hitting the streets for caroling, have everyone gather outdoors in the enclosure. The beautiful melodies will waft through the neighborhood bringing joy to all who hear them… and you guys remain anonymous. Secret Singers instead of Santas. What do you think?
Turn wide open spaces into part of your home
If you don’t have a screen enclosure installed, you can easily do any of these activities outdoors. Maybe you will decide 2025 is the year of the enclosure and have one up by next year. Your family would enjoy it all year long and it provides some pretty outstanding benefits.
Added privacy
You may not have thought that a screen enclosure could give you an added level of privacy, but homeowners report that it’s true. In fact, many report they would have installed one sooner if they had known the difference that it would make. They are better able to rest and relax. Family time becomes more enhanced too.
Bugs won’t be bugging you
The finely woven screens on your new enclosure keep bugs away from you and your loved ones. Dining outdoors becomes a completely different experience when you aren’t constantly swatting at flies. And if you enclose the swimming pool, can you imagine what night swims will be like with no mosquitoes swarming in the air?
A degree of UV protection
The sun isn’t as intense in the winter, but summer is coming! Your new screen enclosure provides your family with a degree of protection from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. The rays become less intense as they pass through the screens.
Not only will you use less sunscreen, but your furniture and other decor won’t suffer sun fade as quickly.
Keeps out unwanted guests
Florida is teeming with wildlife and sometimes, it wanders… or slithers… right into the backyard. Screen enclosures establish a firm boundary line keeping those unwanted guests further away from the house.
Safety feature
If you’re enclosing your lanai or patio, your screen enclosure provides you with a safe place for young children to play without wandering off when you get distracted. Pets enjoy the space too. You can leave them basking in the sun without worrying they will take off on an adventure and get lost.
Enclosing your swimming pool area? A quick flip of the lock keeps kids out of the area until they can be properly supervised.
A true backyard getaway
You can completely transform your outdoor living space if you choose to work with a company—like ours for instance—that customizes your screens. Do you love the beach? Does the beauty of a tropical rainforest take your breath away?
You’re sure to find the perfect image to inspire you to create a space your family will never want to leave.
The images are printed directly onto the screens using dyes with added UV protection. The process guarantees that they remain vivid for years.
A screen enclosure can provide your family with many benefits that you will enjoy throughout the year. They add a level of privacy making outdoor time more enjoyable. Bugs and wildlife aren’t going to invade your territory and an enclosure provides you with a safe space for children and pets to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine.
Moreover, installing an enclosure adds to your property value. How much, of course, depends on several factors such as building materials and the size of the structure. They are popular in Florida because of the flexibility they provide. If your home ever goes on the market, your screen enclosure could wind up being the final selling point for the perfect buyer.
Odds are that won’t happen until years down the road, so for now, celebrate this holiday season with the ones you love. Then, may you celebrate without ceasing through spring, summer, and fall.
Merry Christmas.