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Porch Windows

Create a Porch Enclosure

Porch windows can transform your front porch or other space into added living space with minimal effort. Whether you do-it-yourself or hire someone, you can add real value to your home and extend your outdoor enjoyment.

Windows can range from standard replacements to unique products that look like glass but really aren't like EzeBreeze ® vinyl screen porch windows! Add screen options and convert your porch into a screened porch or even a three season porch.

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When considering windows for your porch, selecting the right type is important. To do that, you need to determine how your new space will be used.

Do you want a space in which to enjoy a great view or are you going to use it for entertaining where a little more privacy is needed?

Porch Window Considerations

Curb Appeal

Ensure your porch windows complement your home's style appearance. It's one of the first things we see on a home; functionality and cost are important; however, be sure they add to the overall value of your home in case you need to sell it later.

First impressions are important. We call it the "wow" factor!

Design

Porch windows should match your home's windows as close as possible. You can always add the same trim or color to the window frames to bring them in line with your existing windows.

You can even make them a beautiful focal point on your home. Add decorative touches, like grids, stained glass, or contrasting painted window frames.

Choose windows that block harmful UV rays that fade furniture.

Maintenance

Choose windows that are easy to clean and maintain. Some manufacturers coat their windows with a dirt repelling application that makes the easier to clean.

This is especially important if you live in a dust prone area; these are windows everyone will see. Make sure they are easily accessible.

Like most windows, you want to be able to remove then easily for cleaning or for attaching screens, etc.

Types

Eze-Breeze: One of the more popular porch windows are Eze-Breeze. Not actually glass, but vinyl (you wouldn't know it!), and designed for easy installation on almost any porch.

Eze-Breeze windows are as transparent as glass but they won't break!

They can be installed as a do-it-yourself project or by a local contractor.

Regardless, and because they are made to your exact measurements, there is little room for error.

Window Replacements: Based on your porch's structure, you may be able to use replacement windows available through a variety of window suppliers. This can also be a DIY project if you have the right skills, or an easy one for a local contractor. Depending on structural issues, this may be a less expensive alternative. Windows usually come with screens so that makes it fairly easy to convert your porch into a porch enclosure.

The downside is that it may not be feasible to have a porch enclosure with full windows from floor to ceiling. Normally, you would build a knee wall (solid bottom portion) on which the windows would be framed.

Screen Porch Kits: This can be an excellent option. Many screen porch kits or "wall only kits" have all of the materials needed to convert your porch into a screened porch or three season porch.

NanaWall®: For the discriminating porch lover, consider a Nanawall system. Not for every porch but they are pretty cool!

For more options on screening in your porch, deck, or patio be sure to see our entire Screened Porch Design section.

If remodeling or want to know how to build a porch, be sure to review our porch anatomy section also.