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Jan292023

What You Can Do with a Screen Room in Calgary

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

Most Calgary homeowners are united in one common goal: how to get some extra space in one of the quickest growing cities in Canada. Depending on your financial situation, there are a few possible avenues to pursue. The most obvious, but also most expensive, is a full home extension, but this requires lots of big…

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Jan152023

How to Make Use of Your Deck with a Screen Room

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

There’s only one thing better than spending the summer on your deck in Calgary, and that’s spending summer in your new screen room built on top of your deck in Calgary. A screen room is a permanent extension to your home that comes at a fraction of the cost of a full room. The reduction…

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Dec292022

Carport Tent Designs for Your House

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There is nothing more frustrating to Calgary homeowners than having to defrost your car throughout winter, or having to dig it out of the snow after the latest big storm. Not only does this take up a lot of time, but unless you’re willing to invest in an automatic car starter or go outside half…

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Dec152022

Save Money with a Carport Garage

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For some people, winter in Calgary is a joyful affair. The snow makes everything look clean and beautiful, and the world feels like it’s in suspended animation, waiting for the heat of spring and summer to return. For others, the snow and ice represents a daily chore to deal with, and there’s nothing worse than…

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Nov292022

Here’s the Best Type of Sunroom for Winter

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When it comes to sunrooms, you can’t make a bad choice if you’re using it for spring, summer and autumn. The big windows will let all the Calgary sunlight in, and the small size of the space will trap the heat to keep you warm well into the night hours. Winter is a different proposition…

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Nov152022

How to Build and Maintain Your Sunroom for Winter

SunroomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

As all Calgary residents know, winters in the city can be brutal. They seem to go on forever, and the temperatures can stay below freezing days, and even weeks, on end. As you look to expand your home with a sunroom, it’s essential that you build with the winter months in mind. You also need…

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Oct292022

Modern Pergola Design Ideas for Your Yard

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It’s always the right season to install a pergola in your yard. It’s a great investment in your home if you’re planning on selling as it creates the feeling of an extra room in your garden. Even if you’re not planning on moving any time soon, you’ll find that having a pergola in your yard…

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Oct152022

The Difference Between Professional vs. Storebought Pergolas

PergolasBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

The overall decision to install a pergola is somewhat of a no-brainer. Whether you purchase a pergola that will sit on the deck right outside your house, or a freestanding model that will frame part of your garden, a pergola helps to define a specific area of your outside space. There are many uses for…

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Sep152022

The Many Reasons to Use Your Screen Room Every Season

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Once you start researching screen rooms, you’ll quickly realize that they are one of the best home improvement projects that you can undertake. For starters, they are quick and cheap to install, especially if you can build them on top of an existing deck or patio. Secondly, they provide a cool indoor place to hang…

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Sep12022

Fun Decorating Ideas for Your Sunroom in Calgary

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The best part about owning a sunroom is the complete freedom that comes with the extra room in your home. Unlike all the other rooms which have dedicated purposes, a sunroom acts like a bonus space for you to use as you see fit. Whether you choose to use it as a secondary sitting room,…

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Aug232022

What is an Arizona Room?

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As a Calgary resident, your brain will conjure all sorts of American Southwest imagery when you hear the experts at Desert Sun Patios refer to an Arizona room. However, you don’t have to worry about dried out skulls or cacti on every wall; they’re talking about a type of sunroom that originated in Arizona but…

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Aug152022

How to Connect Your Home to the Outdoors with a Sunroom

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As any sunroom owner will tell you, there are unlimited ways to use a sunroom extension in your home. Most people choose to use it as a luxurious second sitting room (often a kid free zone for those with noisy young ones around!), and the sunroom acts as a quiet haven to enjoy the warmth…

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Jul152022

How to Spend More Time Outdoors, Indoors with a Screen Room

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All Calgary homeowners know that summer is both the best and worst season in the city. It’s a glorious time filled with warmth and sunshine where you can spend endless days in your garden working on your various projects. It’s also the worst season when the heat becomes unbearable, the wind starts to pick up…

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Jul12022

How to Choose Between a Screen Room and Sunroom

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Every Calgary homeowner knows the importance of getting extra space in your home. For some, this just means a good clear out of your things and positioning the furniture to generate more room. However, this only works so many times before you need to expand the footprint of your building. A full extension can be…

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Jun152022

What to Know Before Adding a Sunroom to Your Trailer

Park Models & Trailers, SunroomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

One of the perennial problems of living in a trailer is the lack of space. Anyone who lives in a park model home will tell you stories of how they’ve got creative with their storage and seating solutions, but there’s always the dream of simply having more room. Many people opt for some sort of…

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May152022

Hybrid Patio Cover Designs You Should Know About

Hybrid Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

All Calgary homeowners know the importance of maximizing your outside time. The window to enjoy your garden in the city is limited by the longer winter months, but it can also be hampered by the strong sun and winds that come with the warmer weather. With this in mind, investing in some sort of cover…

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May12022

Sunroom Decorating Ideas for Summer

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All Calgary sunroom owners know that while having a sunroom is a great addition to your home at any time of year, they truly come into their own during the summer months. The big windows let all that glorious sunshine and act as insulators meaning that you can sit in the room all day and…

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Apr152022

Creative Ways to Spruce Up Your Home

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No matter how long you’ve had your Desert Sun Patios, there will always come a time when you’re ready for something new, something fresh. Spring is the best time to take your sunroom to the next level as you’ll get the right sort of light levels to see the effects of the changes you’ve made,…

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Apr12022

What It’s like Using a DIY Patio Cover

DIY Kits, Patio CoversBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

There’s nothing like spending the summer outside on your patio. It feels like a fantastic halfway house between the formality of your indoor living room and the unstructured nature of your lawn. It provides you with a place to entertain, to put a grill, to host a fire pit party or just relax as your…

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Mar152022

DIY Pergola Renovation Ideas for Spring

DIY Kits, PergolasBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

Quick Fixes As a pergola owner, you know the impatience that comes over you as winter starts to wind down. You wake up each morning and rush to the window to see how much of the Calgary snowpack has melted, before opening your weather app to check on the rising temperatures. Each day brings you…

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Mar12022

Conservatory vs. Sunroom – What’s the Difference?

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As a Calgary resident, you know that space is at a premium all across the city. This makes it hard to complete big home improvement projects like a full extension almost impossible, and the local planning permits don’t make things any easier. However, you can still get extra space for your home when you start…

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Feb152022

How to Furnish Your Sunroom in Calgary

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Any Calgary sunroom owner will tell you that it’s the single best home improvement project that they’ve ever undertaken. From a living standards point of view, it’s a quick way to gain a lot of extra square footage, and your entire family will benefit from the extra space. From an aesthetic point of view, a…

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Feb12022

Carport Ideas to Cover Your Driveway

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In a city the size of Calgary, the challenge facing every homeowner is how do you get the most out of every square metre of space. This is particularly important outside, and there are very  few families that have the space or finances to build a brand new garage to protect their cars from the…

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Jan192022

DIY vs. Pro: Which to Go With for Your Home Maintenance Projects

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Updating your home? You’re probably anticipating a lot of spending (and perhaps even more effort) coming your way soon. But as you navigate the world of home repairs and maintenance, you’re probably wondering – is it more prudent to be thrifty or better to splurge on higher quality?  At Desert Sun Patios, we believe it’s…

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Jan152022

How a Carport Saves you Time

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What is a carport? It’s often joked that there are four different seasons in Alberta; getting ready for winter, winter, still winter and recovering from winter. While this is obviously tongue in cheek, Calgary residents know how frustrating the seemingly perpetual snow and ice can be, especially when you’ve got to go about your daily…

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Jan12022

How to Save on Shovelling this Winter with a Patio Cover

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It’s a well known truth to all Calgary citizens that winter is the hardest season to cope with. Beyond the frigid temperatures and whipping winds to cope with, there is the never ending battle against snow piling up in dangerous and frustrating snowbanks. It’s such a big problem across the city that there are entire…

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Dec152021

How can I use a sunroom once winter is over

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As any owner of a four season sunroom will tell you, winter in Calgary is the best season to have a sunroom. The idea of having the feeling of being outside during the frigid temperatures and wild snowstorms all while being cuddled up and safe is a great contrast, and it’s an experience that you…

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Dec12021

Sunroom Tips for Winter in Calgary

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All Calgary residents know the importance of being ready for winter. The long cold months can feel like they last forever, and it’s only a matter of time before the autumn temperatures start to drop and snow symbols begin appearing on the weather forecast. For sunroom owners, these changes mean that it’s time to start…

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Nov152021

Reasons to Add a Sunroom for 2022

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The arrival of the new year always has Alberta residents thinking about their resolutions and goals for the next twelve months. While most of these revolve around personal challenges such as fitness, weight loss and breaking or creating habits, some citizens start to think about goals they have for their home. It’s natural to tie…

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Nov12021

How to Choose a Pergola for Your Home

PergolasBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

If you’re looking to create a new living space in your outside area as well as adding instance value to your home, then a pergola has to be your first choice. These simple constructions can be built in less than a week, and provide a gentle shade and a sense of luxury wherever you choose…

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Oct202021

10 Tips for a Truly Custom Deck

Hybrid Patio Covers, Patio CoversBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

Every Calgary homeowner falls into one of two categories when it comes to their outside space: either you have a deck, or you dream about having a deck. In either case, you want to make this extra living space truly unique to either drive up the value of your home or to add a sense…

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Oct102021

The benefits of installing a pergola

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

In a city the size of Calgary, finding extra space around your home is always a priority. However, creating that extra space can be challenging and costly, especially if your only focus is on expanding your internal square footage. No matter what size your outdoor area, installing a pergola is always a great option as…

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Oct12021

The “Best” Season to Add a Screen Room

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Here at Desert Sun Patios, we believe that there’s a reason for every season to improve your home with a screen room. It’s a quick and easy process that can be completed at any time of year, especially if you build directly on top of your deck or patio (which avoids the need to dig…

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Sep202021

10 tips for renovating your screen room

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All Calgary residents know that all good things come to an end, and this is most true when it comes to the Alberta summer. All too soon, the days start getting shorter and the mornings and evenings get that coldness that heralds the start of fall, with winter waiting in the wings. While you can…

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Sep162021

5 reasons to add a screen room this Fall

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With everyone spending more and more time at home these days, it’s easy to see why house extensions are some of the most popular home improvement projects in the last 18 months. However, there are more options to consider than simply forking out a small fortune for a whole extra room, complete with costly foundations…

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Aug152021

How can I use a sunroom once summer is over?

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It’s natural to think that summertime is the best time to use your sunroom, and for many reasons you’d be right. The bright Calgary summer days provide plenty of sunshine to heat your room up, and the big windows allow you to retreat inside from the heat and the bugs without sacrificing the view over…

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Aug12021

10 Backyard Inspirations for Fall

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As the long glorious summer days draw to a close in Calgary, you can almost feel fall coming in the air; the days start to shorten and the mornings and evenings get touched by a definite chill. The end of summer also signals the end of time outside in your backyard, but for sunroom owners…

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Jul152021

How to Extend Your Summer with a Sunroom

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Summer is always the best season in Calgary. The warm sunny days seem to last forever, the steady breezes seem more manageable and there’s always the knowledge that the cold winter months are a long way away. This makes it essential to spend as much time out in your yard as possible soaking up the…

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Jul12021

What it’s Like Having a Retractable Awning vs a Patio Cover

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

Spending time outside during the warm summer months is the number one priority for many Calgary residents. The long winter months keeps everyone cooped up, so it feels imperative to make the most of the heat and sunshine. However, the irony of it all is that the sun and humidity quickly become oppressive if you…

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Jun152021

How to Maintain Your Deck With and Without a Patio Cover

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While Calgary’s population density is considerably less than other major Canadian cities, it’s still hard to find cost effective ways to generate extra space for you and your family. A full home extension is out of many people’s budgets, while a simple internal remodelling might only yield a few extra square meters. It’s at this…

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Jun12021

What it’s Like Having a Screen Room in Calgary

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If you’re staring longingly out at your garden this winter, you can rest in the knowledge that there are hundreds others across Calgary doing the same thing. The thought of warmer weather, of barbecues and of summer activities in your garden is what keeps many people going through the long winter months. However, it’s not…

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May152021

Screen Room Ideas for Use Year Round

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It’s common knowledge that the Calgary summer is the best time to hang out in your screen room. You get all the benefits of the season, including the warmth and all the summer scents, combined with protection from all the worst parts, like the strong winds, biting bugs and harsh midday sunshine. However, many experienced…

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May12021

Take Advantage of the Summer with a Sunroom in Calgary

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It’s common knowledge in the city that summer is the best season in Calgary. In part this is due to it’s seemingly fleeting nature – all too soon do the temperatures start to dip and the leaves start to fall, but Calgary residents know to make the most of these short warm months. However, humans…

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Apr152021

How to Find The Best Sunroom for Your Home

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Why Pick  A Sunroom When you’re looking for your next big home improvement project, you won’t get better value than adding a sunroom to your home. There are many reasons to pick a a sunroom as you’re looking to increase the size of your home, but three of the biggest reasons to go for a…

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Apr12021

How to design a sunroom for Calgary

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It’s common knowledge that Calgary is one of the best cities in which to own a sunroom. The openness of the city as a whole means that you’re likely to get a fantastic view from at least one side of the sunroom, and the average 333 days of sunshine puts the city at the top…

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Mar152021

What It’s Like Having A Sunroom in the Spring

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After what often feels like an eternity spent inside watching the snow falling and the temperatures rarely reaching above freezing, spring can’t come soon enough for most Calgary residents.It’s also a universal truth in the city that just because the snow stops and it’s finally warm enough for your lungs not to hurt outside, it’s…

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Mar12021

10+ Sunroom Inspirations for Spring

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While it can feel like winter traps you in your house, many people see the cold Calgary months as a time to reimagine and redecorate their homes. Indeed, there’s no better time to start thinking about making your sunroom ready for spring, especially if you own a three season sunroom that is largely unused during…

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Feb152021

Benefits of Having a Patio Umbrella vs a Patio Cover

Hybrid Patio Covers, Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Your patio should be the signature piece of your entire backyard. Not only does it provide outdoor entertaining space, but it also provides a fascinating contrast to your lawn and gardens, and provides a subtle transition from the inside world to the outside. However, as every Calgary resident knows, the summer months can be brutal;…

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Feb12021

Custom Patio Covers vs. Store bought Patio Covers

Hybrid Patio Covers, Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios4 Comments

The coming summer months in Calgary are a call to arms for all homeowners to start making their outdoor plans. Top on many people’s list is to spend more time on their deck or patio, but it’s not long before the wind, bugs and heat start to make it hard to make this dream a…

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Jan202021

How To Save On Your Sunroom Heating Bills

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Being able to use your new space all year long is one of the best reasons to invest in a four season sunroom. This extra room in your house attaches to your home’s existing heating system meaning that you can sit and relax in your sunroom all winter long, unlike the three season rooms which…

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Jan112021

Finding The Right Sunroom Contractor

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It’s always the right time to be thinking about how to upgrade your home, but knowing which home improvement project will give the best return on your investment. You’ll never regret the decision to build a sunroom addition to your home; the extra space will allow everyone to breathe and spread out, you’ll gain a…

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Jan12021

Add New Space for Alone Time

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Modern life has become more and more frantic in recent years. The availability of high speed internet and smart connected devices means that home and work life often becomes blended and it’s hard to truly disconnect and find time for yourself. Even in those supposedly unplugged times, there are still the in person distractions of…

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Dec152020

Prep your screen room for winter

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During summer, you don’t need to worry much about maintaining your screen room. Any debris that gets stuck to the mesh will either get washed away by the summer rains or can simply be washed down with a damp cloth. Your furniture in the screen room should dry out quickly with the wind and heat…

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Nov302020

Add Screen Room Storage to your Home Remodelling Plan

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Add screen room storage to your home remodelling plan The main goal of most home remodelling plans is to gain more space. This might be to make room for a family expansion, to give everyone some breathing space or to have more space for entertaining. Whatever your home remodelling goals are, you’ll inevitably end up…

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Nov152020

How to Complement Interior Decorating with the Outdoors

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It’s tempting to think about the inside and outside of your home as two separate and distinct areas for decoration. However, if you learn how to complement interior decorating with the outdoors, you’ll find that guests feel more at ease in all areas of your home, and that making design decisions becomes easier as you…

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Oct312020

Pergola Privacy

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There’s nothing like spending time under your pergola at any time of year. In the spring, the scents and sounds of the world coming out of hibernation is best enjoyed in your yard, while the pergola provides great shade during the summer heat. In autumn, the warm evenings stretch out under the stars, and there’s…

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Oct152020

What It’s Like Using a Three Season Sunroom in Winter

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A three season sunroom is the ultimate in inside outside living. The basic concept is that it’s the next step up from a screened in porch, so you get full walls, big windows and plenty of extra space to use as you see fit. It also has the benefit that you don’t have to spend…

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Sep302020

Maintaining a Sunroom Addition

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Your new sunroom will be your pride and joy for many years to come, but you’ll need to learn how to correctly maintain it to keep it looking its best. Ideally, you’ll spread the maintenance out over the course of the year to reduce your workload and to keep an eye on any potential problems.…

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Sep212020

Getting Cosy In Your Sunroom

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As summer draws to a close, your sunroom will become a focal point of your home as the evenings get darker and cooler. As you and your family think about moving your evening entertainment from the deck to the sunroom, it’s time to think about how to make your sunroom more cosy and inviting for…

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Aug252020

Common Uses for a Sunroom Addition to your Home

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Making the decision to install a sunroom addition to your home is the easy part of this amazing home improvement project. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the work can be completed, especially if you’re building on top of an existing deck or patio and before you know it, your brand new sunroom will be…

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Aug192020

How to Upgrade a Patio Cover to a Screen Room

Patio Covers, Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

For many homeowners, home improvement is a series of sequential steps rather than one-off big projects. This is often due to budget and time constraints about how long a certain area of the house can be out of bounds for, but it can also be a way of testing the water to see if you…

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Jul302020

Screen Room Roof Options

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Adding a screen room to your house is a quick and easy way to gain some extra space and add instant value to your home. The low cost of materials and the high speed of installation means that, dollar for dollar, a screen room gives you the highest return on investment of any major home…

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Jul212020

Screen Room Benefits Only People in a Windy City Will Understand

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Out of all the possible home extensions and improvement projects that you could undertake this summer, nothing beats turning your tired old porch, patio or deck into a screen room. Dollar for dollar, it’s one of the best investments you can make; the cost of the materials is cheaper than building a whole new set…

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Jun222020

Pergola Nights

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The warmer weather can never come soon enough in Calgary. The moment that the leaves start to come in gets everyone thinking about spending more time outside. The daytime heat quickly turns into warmer evenings which means it’s time to work out how to use your outdoor entertaining space after the sun has set. Light…

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Jun152020

Reasons to Install a Pergola in Your Yard

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

The moment that you feel that warm nighttime breeze coming across the yard is like no other. It heralds the coming of outdoor living; late nights under the stars, cozy firepit reunions, and dinner parties surrounding by the sounds and smells of nature. However, just sitting in your yard doesn’t quite conjure up the full…

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May272020

How to Expand Your Home with a Sunroom

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

As the snow drifts and biting winds get replaced by spring rain showers and warmer breezes, it’s time to start thinking about renovating or extending your home. However, adding space to your home can be expensive and time consuming: knocking down exterior walls to make more space requires extensive machinery and labour, while the process…

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May182020

Unusual Uses for Your Sunroom

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It’s clear that a sunroom represents one of the best return on investment home improvement projects out there. It’s a quick project that can instantly add a sizeable number of square meters to your house, and if you build it on top of an existing deck, you’ll find the budget incredibly affordable. The biggest choice…

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Apr202020

Spring Clean your Sunroom for 2021

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The unbridled joy that fills the heart of every Calgarian can almost be tangible when the weather starts to stay above freezing overnight and the promise of spring can be seen everywhere. The snow piles start to reduce, small buds can be seen on the trees and the air no long tries to freeze your…

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Mar132020
How To Spring Clean Your Patio with Patio Cover

How To Spring Clean Your Patio

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As the winter months slowly come to an end, you might finally believe that the snow will actually melt and give you back your outdoor space. However, the debris of autumn combined with the ice and snow of winter can cause havoc to your patio, even if you’ve already invested in a patio cover to…

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Feb272020

3 Types of Patio Cover for your Deck

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Nothing beats daydreaming about home improvements to cheer you up from the winter blues. As winter kicks into gear, thinking about how you’ll use your outdoor space, and in particular your patio area, in the warmer weather will get you through the snow storms and frigid cold days. However, it can be easy to forget…

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Feb152020
Create Your Backyard Oasis with Pergola

Create Your Backyard Oasis

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Create your backyard oasis In the middle of the cold Alberta winter, it’s hard to remember a time when it was freezing outside with feet of snow piled up everywhere. However, a bit of summer dreaming will help keep the winter blues at bay, and the perfect way to do this is to plan out…

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Jan162020
Update your Sunroom in Calgary This Winter

Update Your Sunroom this Winter

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With the turn of the new year comes a desire to make resolutions and goals for ourselves; a way to start fresh and fill the world with endless possibilities. In no place is this need for newness more apparent than in our own homes, and our desire for change in our professional and personal lives…

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Dec162019

A Family Sunroom – Ideas for Creating a Space for The Whole Family to Enjoy

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Everyone has encountered that special room at some point in their lives, whether it’s a home, a friend’s place or when visiting grandparents. That room where everything is always neat, clean and tidy, and the place where you feel that you can’t even breathe without being scolded. For some sunroom owners, their new indoor outdoor…

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Nov132019
How to Heat Your Sunroom in Calgary this Winter

How to Heat Your Sunroom this Winter

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Everyone knows that the best of having a sunroom is the way that the windows let light in and trap the heat in the summer, making the perfect place to lounge and relax all season long. However, most people with a three season sunroom see fall coming as a killjoy to their summer sunroom lifestyle.…

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Oct162019

A Guide to Hosting Halloween Outdoors with a Patio Cover

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Who says that Halloween has to be an inside celebration? One of the best things about hosting a Halloween themed party is that it falls at the crossover time of year where it’s not going to be too hot that people won’t enjoy themselves, but not so cold that no one will want to celebrate…

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Sep182019

3 Things You Can Do With A Screen Room

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When you’re looking to expand your home on a budget, a screen room is by far and away the cheapest and most efficient way to increase your square footage. This is especially true if you have an existing deck or patio that can be used as a foundation, but even if you’re building straight onto…

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Aug302019

What is a Four Season Sunroom or Solarium?

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If you’re looking for an affordable and easy way to expand your Calgary home this year, then adding a sunroom, also known as a solarium, should be high on your list. A four-season Sunroom or Solarium is an added living space that can increase property value and add year-round enjoyment of your home.   Ease…

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Aug302019

Desert Sun Patios is Consumer’s Choice for 2019

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Our whole team is proud to have been chosen by you and all our customers as the Consumer’s Choice for Solariums, Sunrooms and Skylights! Thank you to each and every one of our clients for choosing us to create their ideal patio and sunroom space! We hope to continue to impress you in 2020!

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Jul92019

5 Deck Ideas for Calgary with Photos

Hybrid Patio Covers, Patio Covers, Screen Rooms, SunroomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

A Canadian’s deck should always be the centre point of any outside space at home. Looking out over your deck as the summer sun rises, you may be thinking about how nice it would be to spend the day outside, lounging and playing in the heat. Nothing beats being outside in the summer months, and…

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Jun102019

Different Types of Patio Cover, Compared

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Your deck should always be the focal point of your outdoor space. It’s a guaranteed flat space for seating and tables, and provides the natural transition from inside to outside. A deck is a great place to gather for parties or just watch your loved ones runs around, enjoying the seemingly endless Calgary summer days.…

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May132019

Screenrooms vs Sunrooms – Pros and Cons

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

When you’re looking at extending your home to create some extra entertaining space on a budget, installing a screenroom or a sunroom are your two best options. They both come with a significant set of positives that make them worth considering in terms of expanding your home and generating some extra home value: Ease of…

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May132019

Screen Room Furniture Ideas

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

The moment that you walk into your newly finished screen room, you know for certain that it’s going to be the focal point of your entertaining over the summer months and beyond. The big screens act both as windows to let the light and protection against bugs and the harshest sun rays, and the new…

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Apr152019

Covering Your Hybrid Pergola

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If you’re spending time out on your deck wondering how to cover it in a cost effective and aesthetically pleasing way, then a hybrid pergola is a fantastic solution for covering your deck. While you can install a hybrid pergola on decks and patios that come off just one side of your home, the biggest…

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Mar292019
Patio Covers in Calgary

Entertaining With a Patio Cover

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

The winter months are always the best time in Calgary to start planning and dreaming what changes you’ll make when the weather starts to turn warmer. With the end of winter in sight, it’s time to think about making the best use of your outdoor space to turn your yard into the only place to…

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Mar262019
3 and 4 Season Sunrooms in Calgary

All About Desert Sun Patios Sunrooms (video)

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Find out what a sunroom is and what can provide for you! Sunrooms can add property value to your home, add much needed living space and allows you to enjoy the views of outdoors, all year long!

Choose between a three season or four season sunroom and see which is right for you in our Calgary showroom!

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Mar222019
Pergola Contractor in Calgary

Growing With a Pergola

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

Every garden needs a touch of magic to make it feel like a true extension of your home. For some, this could be a fountain or other water feature. For others, it may be a tree fort tucked away at the bottom of the garden. However, there is one structure that will change your garden…

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Mar152019
Sunroom Contractors in Calgary

Can I Turn My Deck into a Sunroom?

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios3 Comments

For some people, a deck represents an extension to both their home and their garden; a quiet haven where the great outdoors can be enjoyed in the safe shadow of their own home. However, with the Calgary spring comes the Calgary bugs, and quickly the temperature rises to make being outside at midday uncomfortable. It’s…

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Mar112019
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Keep Your Sunroom Warm

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As the winter drags on and the idea of above-freezing temperatures slowly fades from memory, your sunroom will become a safe haven of warmth to get you through to spring time. A well made four season sunroom should be connected to your home’s heating and cooling and system, so all you’ll need to do to…

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Mar92019
Sunroom Builders in Calgary

Sunroom Lighting Tricks

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Keeping your sunroom optimally lit is never a problem during the daylight hours, when the sun’s rays come pouring in, creating a beautiful warmth all day long. However, it’s a different ball game when the sun goes down, as the height of your sunroom combined with a lack of wall space makes it hard to…

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Feb152019
Sunroom Contractor in Calgary

Types of Sunroom Windows

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The whole purpose of building a sunroom as an addition to your home is to create a room with plenty of natural sunlight. This light acts both as decoration and as a heating source for the room, so it’s important to plan out your sunroom windows before the builders begin their work.  When thinking about…

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Feb112019
Sunroom Contractor in Calgary

Stage Your Sunroom for Valentine’s Day

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After the big rush of Christmas and New Year, Valentine’s Day always seems to sneak up quickly and without much warning. Before you know it, the big day is here and you’re scrambling for reservations and gifts to make the day special for your loved one. Fortunately, your sunroom can easily be turned into the…

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Jan142019
Sunrooms in Calgary

3 Multi-Purposes of a Sunroom

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

When most homeowners start dreaming of their very own sunroom, they most likely see a calm oasis at the end of their current home; a space apart from the rest of the house which they can fill with nice pieces of furniture and which will be used to relax and possibly entertain. As the planning…

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Jan102019
Sunrooms in Calgary

New Year, New Renos, New Sunroom

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As the calendar turns to the new year, you’ll be spending more and more time in your new sunroom with the holiday season. Entertaining your friends and famly is the most obvious way to use your sunroom, but this January, maybe it’s time to take a fresh look at how you’re using your Desert Sun…

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Dec212018
How you can make the most out of your sunroom

Make the Most of Your Sunroom this New Year’s Eve

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As winter sets in, most people close up their sunroom for the season, and then spend the next few months staring wistfully at this unused space. However, if you have a four season sunroom, winter is the best time to get your sunroom up and running again. The clear crisp days makes for excellent levels…

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Dec202018
Why you should choose desert sun patios

Why Choose Desert Sun Patios?

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Adding a new sunroom to your home can feel like a big risk. It’s a lot of money to spend on a part of your home that is immediately visible to guests and passers-by. It’s also really hard to undo if you don’t like what you get, as there’s a whole range of ground work…

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Nov212018
Everything you need to know about sunroom roofs in calgary

All You Need to Know About Sunroom Roofs

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

It’s always the right time to think about home improvement, but it can be hard to make significant changes on a budget. Of course, superficial changes like repainting the outside of your home or remodelling the bathroom will give a quick fix, but adding extra space is a surefire way to add value to your…

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Nov142018
Reason why you need a sunroom this winter

Reasons to Have a Sunroom this Winter

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When the weather in Calgary starts to turn wintery, most people start to think about staying inside and the dark, depressing months ahead. These people obviously haven’t thought about getting a four season sunroom to allow them to have an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A sunroom instantly adds value to your home in any season, but here…

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Oct172018
Why you need a sunroom this fall

Reasons to Have a Sunroom This Fall

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

There’s always something magical about fall in Calgary; the warm days mixed with the cold evenings, the crisp feel to the air, and the beautiful colours as the trees prepare for the long harsh winter. There’s plenty of reasons to be outside enjoying this time, but the chilly air and unpredictable weather patterns can put…

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Oct122018
There are a lot of reasons for a patio cover or sunroom in calgary

There’s a Reason Every Season

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Whatever the crazy Calgary weather is doing, your new Desert Sun sunroom or screened patio is going to be the place to be in your home. Whether you’ve chosen a cozy 4 season room that will see you through the long winter months, a 3 season sunroom that doesn’t require a heater or extra insulation,…

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Sep272018
Desert Sun Patios

Benefits of a Park Model Trailer Sunroom or Patio Cover

Park Models & TrailersBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

There are many reasons why you might be thinking about down-sizing. Maybe the kids have grown up and left the nest, leaving lots of empty rooms. Maybe it’s costing too much to heat in the winter and keep cool in the summer. Maybe you need to free up some cash that’s been tied up in…

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Aug162018
Desert Sun Patios

Enjoy Your Pergola this Summer in Calgary

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

The long warm summers in Calgary lend themselves to lazy evenings outside with friends in the backyard. There’s nothing better than sitting out under the stars with the residual of the heat of the day still radiating from your surroundings. However, the intense heat of the late afternoon can mean that you have to wait…

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Jul192018
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Keep Cool this Summer in a Park Model

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There’s nothing like summer in park model homes, but how to keep cool this summer in a park model house is a question on every owner’s lips. The Calgary heat can often be overbearing, and even the best insulation in a tiny house won’t stop you from overheating. This is when you need to start…

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Jun262018
Desert Sun Pstios

Everything You Need to Know About Aluminum Patio Covers

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios3 Comments

The summer months invite everyone to spend more time outside – the idea of spending hours outside in your yard watching the world go by is a dream for many Calgary residents. There are multiple ways of creating new spaces to enjoy the warmer weather all season long: a house with a patio is nice,…

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Jun92018
Desert Sun Pstios

Enjoy a BBQ on the Patio

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With Father’s Day coming up, Calgary families will likely be hanging out on the patio or deck, enjoying one another’s company and the sunshine. Having a yard celebration in the summer is the best way to enjoy the outdoors with family. It’s why most homes have an outside entertainment area. A Desert Sun Patio Cover is an…

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May172018
Desert Sun Pstios

What is a Solar Wind Screen?

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios3 Comments

As winter fades away, most Albertans start to think about how to make the most of the warmer weather that spring brings. It’s also a natural time to think about home improvement and extension, and fortunately Desert Sun Patios has just the idea to combine these two dreams! To enjoy the outdoors, natures’ beauty and…

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May22018
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Don’t Get Bugged Out this Summer – Build a Screen Room

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun PatiosLeave a comment

After a long winter and a delayed Spring, Calgarians are anxiously awaiting to get outside, fire up the BBQ and enjoy time on the deck or patio with friends and family. With the arrival of summer comes pesky mosquito bites, dinner time flies and night time moths, but don’t get bugged out! These tips will…

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Apr172018
Desert Sun Patios

Sunroom Decorating Ideas to Create Your Dream Space

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

Choosing to install a sunroom is one of the best home improvement projects that you can ever undertake. The overall cost is relatively small compared to a full house extension while covering a similar floor area, and the fact that they can sit on top of existing decks and patios means you won’t lose much…

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Apr102018
Desert Sun Patios

Spring Cleaning your Sunroom | 20 Easy Steps

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

The birds might not be chirping, the sun may not be shining but spring is (hopefully) just around the corner in Calgary. While this is an exciting time for most, the melt usually brings unsightly views once hidden by the pristinely white snow. This is the perfect time of year to start cleaning up the…

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Mar232018
Desert Sun Patios

5 Backyard Pergola Design Ideas

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

Traditional Garden Pergola Traditionally, a Pergola is a garden feature forming a shaded walkway or sitting area of vertical posts that support cross-beams and a sturdy open lattice, often which woody vines are trained. If you have a garden, you know you’ve imagined relaxing in your garden in the shade. It’s every gardener’s dream. A garden pergola is a perfect way to turn your…

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Mar122018
Desert Sun Patios

Fire up the BBQ this Winter

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

We are all faced with the same dilemma once the snow starts to fall in Calgary. Do we throw in the towel and retire our BBQ’s for the season? No! We are Canadians, and grilling Alberta Beef is in our blood, no matter the season. There’s nothing quite like spending time on the patio with…

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Feb222018
Desert Sun Patios

Unique Storage Solutions for Your Patio

Patio CoversBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

A patio can be a hot slab of concrete baking in the sun – or it can be a welcoming extension of the house, calling you outdoors to enjoy cool breezes and fresh air. However, it can quickly fill up with junk, making it feel claustrophobic and less user friendly. With a little planning, you can make your…

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Feb152018
How to Enjoy Your Patio Throughout Winter

How to Enjoy Your Patio Throughout Winter

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Don’t run away and hibernate from your patio just because it is wintertime. There are lots of ways you can have a functional patio in the middle of February. Whether your desire is to hang out with your loved ones in the evenings or on a quiet Saturday afternoon with tea, the following ideas will ensure you make the most of your patio all season long.

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Jan122018

Benefits of having a Screen Room

Screen RoomsBy Desert Sun Patios2 Comments

There’s nothing quite like spending time on your porch with family and friends. Picture yourself having a nice meal with your family or spending some time relaxing with the neighbours. Nothing beats enjoying the outdoors from the comfort of your own home. Adding a screen room or porch to your home can be one of…

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Jan12018

Benefits of Installing a Pergola

PergolasBy Desert Sun Patios3 Comments

After the long Calgary winter spent staring wistfully at your garden, the summer heat seems to pack a large punch all at once. While it’s tempting to want to spend all your time outside, the heat and strength of the summer Calgary sun means that you’ll spend more time back inside avoiding sunburn. However, it’s…

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Dec152017

Five Ways a Sunroom can Add Value to Your Home

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios8 Comments

There’s a school of thought that says that extending your home to give you and your family more space is more expensive and more hassle than they’re worth. These people have never thought about installing a sunroom, either on top of an existing outdoor deck or just carving out some extra space from your garden.…

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Nov172017

How A Sunroom Can Lower Your Carbon Footprint

SunroomsBy Desert Sun Patios1 Comment

There are numerous benefits provided by a sunroom: creating an extra room for entertaining, adding instant value to your property and giving you and your family more breathing room from each other. One of the less obvious benefits, but one that should still be a significant part of your decision making process when planning out…

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