As summer time ends, so will the long sunny days and sweltering hot weather. Depending on location, the autumn season is on the horizon bringing cooler weather, falling leaves, and shorter days. Just because the summer weather ends, doesn’t mean screened porch fun has to end! Fall is a perfect time to enjoy outdoor serenity in the comfort of a cozy screened porch. In this blog, we will give you a few pointers to make sure you have a smooth transition from summer into fall.  

Add Heating Elements

For most of the United States, fall brings an end to the summer heat and introduces a cooler temperature. As it falls into nighttime, and into October and November, it may get a little chilly to be outdoors for an extended period. Luckily there are multiple options for outdoor heating that will leave you feeling cozy all autumn. First, a portable electric heater can be greatly affordable and effective. They can be placed anywhere in your outdoor space and will give you the warmth you need to beat the cold. Also, outdoor fireplaces can be a great practical and aesthetic choice. These can heat an entire room and become a focal point of the space. Lastly, a mounted patio heater can be a great investment for easy heat that will keep your entire porch warm.  

Lighting Upgrades

Another feat fall time brings are short days with the sun setting significantly earlier. However, just because the dark comes sooner, doesn’t mean your nights have to end any sooner. As the summer ends, upgrading your lighting fixtures in your outdoor space is something that you should keep in mind. Things like string lights and lanterns create an ambiance with subtle but effective light. Lamps can also be utilized to light your entire space. There are endless options for lamp-like fixtures that will match the style of any screened porch. Also, a ceiling light can greatly light a screened porch, bringing it to life just like rooms indoors.  

Incorporate Warm Textiles 

Along with the heating elements mentioned before, warm textiles are another response to the changing weather proceeding summer.  During summer, people often go for lightweight, breathable fabrics that are perfect for beating the heat. As fall rolls around, replacing these with thicker and warmer fabrics will help keep you cozy during fall time. Warm textiles can be implemented with things like blankets, rugs, and cushions to create a cozy environment that the whole family can enjoy. Choosing warm fall colors for these textiles can also be a great idea to embrace the spirit of fall. 

Seasonal Decor

On the same note as implementing warm fall colors to the porch's textiles, decorating the entire porch for the fall is a great way to transition into the season. Just as the leaves change outside, changing the colors to match the warm tone of fall on your screened porch is always a good choice. Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations are amazingly festive to bring some life into the holidays. Simple fall decor such as pumpkins and plain patterns are universal and will look great for the entire season. No matter how you decide to dress it up, screened porches are a great place to express yourself through your home.

Embrace fall activities

Once your porch is fit for fall, it is time to start enjoying it! Fall is a great time to have friends and family over and enjoy the great temperatures and watch the leaves change. There are plenty of awesome fall activities to enjoy before the winter forces everyone inside. Carving pumpkins, drawing hand turkeys, and other fun crafts can be fun for all ages and get everyone in the spirit for fall. Also, with football season on the rise, fall is a great time to cheer your favorite team on in the comfort of your screened porch. Also, enjoying flavorful fall foods with the people closest to you is bound to be a special moment. No matter how you decide to spend your time, it can be done on a screened porch.  

Hopefully, you are now inspired to make the transition from summer to fall in your screened porch and carry on enjoying your bug-free outdoor spaces. The beauty behind the bug-free and weather-resistant nature of the SCREENEZE porches is that they can be enjoyed all year long. Make sure to tag us in pictures of your screened porches all fall long! You can find us @SCREENEZE or with #SCREENEZE.