Can You Even Turn Your Sunroom into A Greenhouse?

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Can You Even Turn Your Sunroom into A
Greenhouse?
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Call it a sunroom or a solarium, if you have one
at your place, you have got a lifetime of ease.
Believe me! You do not just have extra space but
a comfort place that can be transformed into
whatever your heart desires. If you want a
separate space for your work, sunroom will
fulfill that need. If you want a separate space
for your kids to play, look at your sunroom. Or
if you are a plant lover, you can convert your
sunroom into a greenhouse. Sunrooms are flexible
in nature when it comes to their conversion and
transformation. These are the combination of
living spaces which combine the beauty of nature
as well as comfort. These glass-enclosed areas
serve a wide range of uses. For instance, one of
the most exciting changes that you can bring to
a sunroom is by turning it into a green
house. Having a greenhouse will bring a sense of
serenity and uniqueness to your place. Just
change the interior of the sunroom and create a
space full of nature and life. This blog will
give you tips on how to convert sunroom into
sunroom. Follow as you read Using your sunroom
as a greenhouse is easy only if you follow right
steps. Also, if you keep certain considerations
in your mind and do the changes with some
personal touches and right resources, you will
definitely love your new sunroom-turned-greenhouse
. Steps that you must follow are
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Consider Placement
This is really important because the plants would
need more sunlight and limited shading for their
healthy growth. Generally speaking, South-facing
greenhouses thrive the most in terms of crop
development. So, if your sunroom faces the
South, you will benefit from the suns heat.
Also, you will not have to install an additional
heating source. If your sunroom does not receive
the sunlight, the plants will not grow and even
if they do, they might not survive for long. For
instance, if your sunroom faces East, you can
have the most success planting saplings meant
only for the cool-weather, low-light wanting
crops. The sunroom-turned greenhouses that are in
the West, consider growing heat-loving plants.
The plants will thrive the best in this direction.
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Decide the Material
Choosing the material is also important. Whether
you are considering to build a sunroom from
start or you are just considering to update the
present structure, it is crucial to choose the
right material. Types of materials you can use
and its pros and cons are described. Wood It is
well-insulated and is easy to assemble but
susceptible to rotting. Aluminum It requires
low-maintenance. It is rust-resistant but weaker
than other materials. Galvanized steel It is
durable, cost-effective and strong. But it is
vulnerable to rusting.
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Install Other Essential Items
Even though you are about to convert sunroom into
a greenhouse, you will have to consider keeping
some of the things like Benches Utilize the
space well. Keep benches for the plants. Arrange
them on the benches and see how they fit
aesthetically. Water Supply Since you are going
to do plantation, you would need water. So, make
sure your sunroom has an access to a sink. UV
Lights Even though it is a greenhouse, you would
need lights. Go only for the UV lights for cold,
cloudy, or dark days. Heating Source During harsh
winters in Canada, you would want to keep your
plants warm. So, arrange a heating source.
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Advantages of Sunroom-Turned Greenhouse

• Source of Fresh Air
• When you consider adding plants into a sunroom,
  you bring nature close to yourself. Yes, in
  day-to-day life, you may not be able to connect
  with the mother nature or spend some time with
  flora. So, this move will definitely give you a
  sigh of relief.
• Good for Plant Lovers
• If planting saplings, taking care of plants and
  flowers, building a garden is one of your
  hobbies, then what better than giving your
  sunroom a makeover?
• If you do not have a garden space at your place.
  Consider converting your
• sunroom into a greenhouse. It would be your best
  choice ever.
• Less Cost Involved
• This conversion does not require a million-dollar
  budget. Just a few things to add or throw from
  your sunroom and your greenhouse will be ready.
• Brings in Positivity
• Fitness enthusiasts can spend some me time in the
  lap of nature without having to go to gym or
  anywhere else. Yes, you get a separate space to
  practice yoga or carry out daily exercise.

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Disadvantages
Even though greenhouse offers number of
advantages, there are certain disadvantages too.
But let us tell you these should not bog you
down and change the decision. However, let us see
what are the cons!
Fight the Pests and Insects Plants and insects
share a close bond. If you decide to have plants,
make sure you stay aware of the fact that
insects will definitely show up. So, fighting
them on a daily basis and keeping the area tidy
might become a challenge.
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Some Important Questions Answered
Why Do Greenhouses Need Direct
Sunlight? Ideally, a greenhouse should get full
sunlight. At least 6 hours of sunlight is needed
per day, especially during winters. So, for this
purpose, you will have to avoid placing your
sunroom into shade that may come from trees and
nearby buildings. However, in sunny climates,
areas with high- altitude, shade-loving plants
can get better growth.
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How Hot Will Be Too Hot for a Greenhouse?
Generally, anything above 90 degrees F or 32
degrees Celsius is too hot. When the temperature
of your greenhouse rises above 90 degrees, we
advise you to take action so as to lower the
temperature.
Does a Sunroom-Turned Greenhouse Need a Base?
Your greenhouse may or may not need a base. But
in most cases, you would require a solid
foundation. If we look into traditional
greenhouses, their frames were built onto a
little brick wall about one or two bricks high.
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Do You Really Need to Keep your Greenhouse Warm?
The easiest and the least expensive option to
warm up greenhouse in winters is to create a
thermal mass or heat sink. These objects will
observe heat during the day and release it during
the chilly nights. Another important question
Does Your Greenhouse Need Ventilation? Yes,
ventilation is must. It is in fact the most
important parts of a greenhouse. Here are some
of the things that a ventilation system can do to
keep plants healthy. Regulates the temperature
Provides CO2 Regulates humidity Prevents
pests Helps with pollination
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Having a sunroom will prove to be a boon. There
is no doubt in it. It will not only offer you
extra space, but will also increase the real
estate value of your home. For services related
to sunrooms, patio covers, or awnings, contact us.
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