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Screened Lanai vs. Open Patio: Which Is Right for You?

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An open patio gives you unobstructed views and a simple setup, but in Florida that also means dealing with mosquitoes, direct sun, and debris blowing in during storms.

A screened lanai keeps the indoor-outdoor feel while filtering out bugs, reducing glare, and cutting down on the leaves and pollen that collect on an open patio. It extends the usable months of the space significantly.

If you use your outdoor space daily, a screened lanai typically pays for itself in comfort and lower maintenance. If it's occasional use, an open patio may be the simpler fit.

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