We all know about the most common rooms in the house – living room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen…But what about a sunroom? Many of you may wonder what kind of room it is. The thing is that a regular sunroom is something that combines the inside and outside worlds in one. This means that you can enjoy the sunny outside view without even leaving your house. How fun is that? In case we have your attention it is time you learn about all possible types of this particular room so that when the time comes, you have just the perfect idea in mind as for how to style your favorite sunroom!

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How Much Does It Cost To Build Sunroom?

How Much Does It Cost To Build Sunroom? #woodenfurniture #armchair
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First of all, you need to realize that there is no one-for-all price when it comes to building a sunroom since there are various types of them. We are going to try to head you in the right direction finances-wise depending upon the type of sunroom you would like to consider building:

Four-Season Room – such a room will cost you up to $80,000. Such a cost can be explained with the value of the material and insulation required.

Three-Season Room – will cost you up to half of a four-season sunroom. The thing is that in this case, less insulation is required, and that makes it cheaper. You should expect to spend up to $40,000 on a room like that.

Glass Solarium – is a room entirely made of glass, and the cost of it ranges from $30,000 to $75,000.

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How Can I Decorate My Sunroom?

How Can I Decorate My Sunroom? #antiquefurniture
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Of course, everyone chooses how he or she wants the room to look like taking their tastes and preferences into consideration in the first turn. However, there are some ideas that we think you will find more than useful when it comes to sunroom decoration.

Furniture. You can’t clutter your sunroom with anything that has no place in the house. You need to figure out the purpose that the room will serve. After that, it is best to think about the durability and fade-resistance of the items you are willing to introduce. Leather is surely not a fabric you want to add to your sunroom!

Sunroom Decoration Idea

Style. It is always advised for a room to have its peculiar style. Your room can be the addition or extension of your house style, or it can be something entirely different. Think classy, traditional, vintage, modern, or rustic styles when you are coming up with fitting decoration for your sunroom.

Personalization. It is your room, and it has to speak it loud and clear. Introducing some things that you like or value most in the room is a great idea. These are the key point that you need to be aware of, the rest depends upon your imagination and creativity.

Can I Keep Plants In Sunroom?

Can I Keep Plants In Sunroom? #plants
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Of course, you can! What is more – you are bound to! However, just before you bring all the plants you have in the house into the sunroom, you need to know which plants would love to grow there. You can bring the following plants into the room, and they will thrive in there, for sure:

  • Peace Lilies
  • Hibiscus
  • African violets
  • Orchids
  • Boston fern
  • Spider plants

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What Is The Best Color For A Sunroom?

What Is The Best Color For A Sunroom? #whitecolor #sofa
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It is true that when you are introducing a sunroom into the house, you may have specific color ideas in mind as to which color to paint your room in. However, you need to realize that your sunroom is supposed to be not the extension of the house, but the extension of the outside world. That is why it is important that you pick the right shades to achieve the result.

White – it is the best way to make your sunroom as bright and as light as possible. You can intertwine it with other pastel hues, as well as intricate patterns in your décor.

Natural – all the colors of Mother Nature are fit for a sunroom. Besides, furniture made of natural materials will add its vibe to the atmosphere too. Do not forget about the flowers!

Neutral – when you wish to center all the attention on the outside rather than on the inside, such tones as beige, grey, and other related hues are merely a must.

Bright – there are plenty of bright colors in nature too. That is why painting your room marigold yellow and rose pink is a great idea also.

What Are The Best Windows For A Sunroom?

What Are The Best Windows For A Sunroom? #windowstype
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It is hard to imagine a sunroom without windows. In fact, the windows are the essential part that makes a sunroom what it is – a place to enjoy the outdoors without stepping out. The best windows for a sunroom would be the ones with the thinnest frames possible, of course. As for the window panes, it is advised to choose ones that keep the heat out but allows the light in.

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How Do You Winterize A Sunroom?

Vintage Sunroom Design

The beauty of the sunroom is that it can be used during the wintertime too. We are going to drop a few practical hints at how you can winterize your sunroom with ease:

Declutter. Winter is no season for all the summer décor, so it is best to pack it away along with warmth-loving plants.

Clean. When all the windows and doors are closed, it is high time you clean your sunroom thoroughly.

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Warm it up. When it is colder outside, there must be a way that you can warm your sunroom up. Think space heater or a fireplace.

Carpeting. During winter, the floors may get too cold, and it is best to cover the floors with a fluffy carpet, which will add up to the interior and will keep your feet warmer.

Plush throws. It is never a waste to have a bunch of those within a hand’s reach. Lighting. There is nothing that speaks the winter atmosphere better than string lights!

Traditional Sunroom Designs

Traditional Sunroom Design
Decoration Idea for Your Sunroom

Traditional Sunroom With Wood Accents

Traditional Sunroom With Wood Accents #woodaccent #classysunroom
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It is evident that there are many sunroom ideas. However, we are going, to begin with, a traditional one. In most cases, such a room is just a useful and practical extension to your lovely house. That is why the extended amount of wood is more a necessity than the contribution to the style. Yet, this allows you to kill two birds at the same time because wood accents are always trendy.

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Traditional Sunroom Design With Patterned Wall And Pillows

Traditional Sunroom Design With Patterned Wall And Pillows #patternedwall #pillows
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It is true that your sunroom is the room to rest. This means that the room furniture is supposed to be corresponding. A reading lamp and a cozy sofa are indeed a must. However, you can play around with the décor the way you like as well. This means that aside from calming hues you can introduce some exciting patterns into the design. What is more, you can add matching patterns into the wall décor as well as the furniture elements.

Classy And Rustic Sunroom Design

Classy And Rustic Sunroom Design #natural #rusticsunroom
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Classic sunroom does not mean that you can’t mix and match different styles. For instance, here you can see the flawless connection between classics and rustic décor. Yet, one thing should remain unchanged - windows. The windows are bound to be huge and take up the most of the walls so that the sun can light up the whole room.

Classy Sunroom With Plants And Colored Furniture

Classy Sunroom With Plants And Colored Furniture #sunroomfurniture #patternedsofa
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When it comes to sunroom decor, it is up to you to decide how to style it. However, if you are interested in our opinion – then we have a few things to add. The idea is that the sunroom is the best-lighted room in the house that is why bringing in your favorite plants is a good choice. The plants will create an unforgettable atmosphere as well as they will bloom due to that necessary amount of light. Yet, be careful with the plants that are not that fond of the sun!

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Sunroom With Dramatic Peaked Roof

Sunroom With Dramatic Peaked Roof #wood #patternedpillows
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Very often people pay most attention not to the interior but to the sunroom design itself. In case you are one of them then you will undoubtedly appreciate this dramatic peaked roof one. The inside decor is one of those universal sunroom kits, but the sunroom design is precisely what catches the attention in the first place.

Four Season Sunroom Design With Dinner Space

Four Season Sunroom Design With Dinner Space #wood #whitecolors
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There are times when it may seem that a sunroom is all about the rest, but that is not entirely true. Your sunroom can be a perfect dining room at the same time. Such ideas will please those of you who do not have that much space to devote to two separate rooms. That is why combining two in one is undoubtedly a worthy solution.

Functional Design With Rest Space

Functional Sunroom With Rest Space #restspace #dinnerspace
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The fact is that every owner decides to decorate every room according to his or her desires and wishes. Yet, if you are looking for a functional way to do so – we have something to share. The thing is that your sunroom can be a restroom as well as a dining room. All you need is to combine a beautiful dining table and a comfortable sofa together. As simple as that!

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Vintage Sunroom In White Color

Vintage Sunroom In White Color #farmhouse #woodenlights
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If you want your sunroom to be super-light and stylish, then you need to combine two things – vintage decorum and white color palette!

Vintage Rustic Traditional Sunroom With Bookcase Decor

Vintage Rustic Traditional Sunroom #vintagestyle #rusticfurniture
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If you are all into rustic types of décor then you can bring in all your favorite things into one room - the sunroom. As you can see, nothing seems to be out of place here. What is more, it is highly likely that every piece of décor and furniture carries out its proper function. Do not leave out curtains, make sure they not only fit in but also add up to the atmosphere.

Conservatory And Solarium Sunroom Designs

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Conservatory Sunroom Design With Living Space

Conservatory Sunroom With Living Space #conservatorysunroom #livingspace
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When a simple and traditional sunroom is not enough for you, then you surely need a conservatory. In case you wonder what is the difference between these two types of sunrooms – the answer is quite apparent – glass roof. The truth is that such a sunroom will let in as much light as possible. Placing your resting place in the middle of the room is one of the best options there are.

Three Season Conservatory Sunroom

Three Season Conservatory Sunroom #conservatorysunroom #threeseason
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If you do not plan to use your sunroom during cold seasons, then a three-season one is the perfect one for you. Such a room will grant you and your loved ones the ability to enjoy the outsides without leaving your house or suffering from nasty bugs. Besides, the minimalistic furniture and interior will provide a perfect resting atmosphere.

Straight Eave Sunroom With Modern Furniture

Straight Eave Sunroom With Modern Furniture #glass #modernsunroom
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The fact is that not all of you may be equally fond of traditional or rustic sunroom styles. That is why we have something entirely different here for you. The thing is that the straight roof is not something you can see on a daily basis when it comes to a sunroom. Besides, the minimalism in the interior as well as the shading grants that modern touch that some of you may be seeking for.

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Solarium Sunroom With Plants And Rest Space

Solarium Sunroom With Plants And Rest Space #plants #solarium
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Some people think that if it is a sunroom, there is already enough of light in it. However, you should not forget about nighttime. What we are hinting at is that you can bring in your favorite candles or any other type of lights into the sunroom and grant your room that unbelievable and magical charm, especially when the night falls. What is more, lovely plants will only intensify the magical vibe.

Cathedral Glass Sunroom Design

Cathedral Glass Sunroom Design #cathedralsunroom
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How many of you dreamed about a glass castle when you were little? It is high time your dream comes true with this fantastic cathedral glass sunroom design. The fact is that this sunroom is just glass and metal and that is what makes it so appealing for many people. The charm such a room possesses can’t be denied by anyone, that is for sure!

Solarium Sunroom With Dinner Space

Solarium Sunroom With Dinner Space #glass #dinnerspace
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There is a widespread opinion that sunroom is supposed to be vast and spacious. However, if you are limited in the room there are also small sunroom ideas. This particular one is a sunroom with dining space. Even though it is not that big, it is still practical not to mention cozy and comfortable. If you have such a room, every dinner will become a truly enjoyable tradition.

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Sunroom Designs With Natural Stones Decor

Rustic Sunroom With Fireplace

Rustic Sunroom With Fireplace #fireplace
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That fact that it is a sunroom does not mean that you can’t have a fireplace in there. There is rarely anything better than watching the snow fall from the skies and feel the warmth of a burning wood of your face, is there?

Cozy Sunroom Design With Fur Rug and Ornament Pillows

Cozy Sunroom Design With Fur Rug and Ornament Pillows #ornamentpillows #fur
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Since we have discussed a three-season sunroom, it is time to introduce to your attention a 4 season sunroom. These two types are alike when it comes to the designing and decoration. However, a four-season sunroom can be ideas all year round since it offers a possibility add a heating or a cooling system to it. For instance, this oriental sunroom can be your perfect resting place no matter the season outside.

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Sunroom Designs In French Style

Sunroom Design In French Style

Country French Sunroom With Vintage Furniture

Country French Sunroom With Vintage Furniture #platesdecor
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It does not matter the century outside, there are times when you want to feel that rusty vibe coming from a room. We say, make it your sunroom that breathes vintage. Retro furniture will add up that touch you are looking for when added to the interior.

Sunroom In French Style With Classy Furniture

Sunroom In French Style With Classy Furniture #frenchstyle #bluecolor
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Some people can’t do anything about their love for the class in everything. If you belong to the category, then this classy French sunroom will steal your heart!

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Small Sunroom Designs

Small Sunroom With Dinner Setting

Small Sunroom With Dinner Setting #plants #restspace
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Of course, all of us wish to own a massive house with enough space for every possible room in it. However, the reality is not that bright in many cases. That is why if you are limited in area - worry not; there is still a way out. The thing is that the common illusion that a sunroom is supposed to be huge is a deceiving one. Even a small area can be transformed into a perfect sunroom with a dining and resting place in it. See for yourself!

Small Sunroom With Work Space

Small Sunroom With Work Space #workspace #smallsunroom
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We have already discussed it that a sunroom is a perfect room to rest and to dine in. However, there is something more to it. The truth is that such a room can be your ideal studying or working place as well. The amount of light, beautiful view and cozy interior will only promote your productivity.

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Small Sunroom Design In Bohemian Style

Small Sunroom Design In Bohemian Style #boho #rug
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Bohemian styles are all the rage these days. That is why if it is your cup of tea and if you are limited in space – then this is that one perfect sunroom idea you need to consider at least. There is everything necessary present in the room, aside from that there is nothing else requested!

 

FAQ: Sunroom Ideas

How to prepare for decorating a sunroom?

Firstly, decide what purpose you want this room to fulfill: this can serve as an extra living area, dining spot or a place to relax. According to this choose your furniture and preferred material, colors, style. Lastly, pick some accessories that will add up to a cozy feel of your sunroom.

What colors to use for decorating a sunroom?

Chose neutral shades of gray, beige, ivory, pastels, brown with bright accents. Your main focus should be on creating cozy and relaxing atmosphere when decorating a sunroom. Choose wood, painted metal as your materials, adding cushions, pillows, soft rugs, greenery and lights to create a welcoming ambiance.

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