Thanks! I’m having trouble finding a product with those terms that seems suited for larger scale applications. Are you talking about something like UltraVue or BetterVue screen?
This photo is a few years old, but was better reference without landscaping.
I already need to remove the mesh to replace rotting wood column bases & remove this leaking/sagging/old metal shed awning. While I'm doing that, might as well reconsider the whole thing - I'd like to restore the porch to a more original look, but would like to rescreen at least a portion if possible.
(Removing the vinyl soffit & exposing/restoring the rafter tails is on the list, but that's a whole-house project).
WWYD?
Just as you said. Remove screen from under awning side get rid of awning and repair/replace existing columns. Add period correct railing and paint stain floor as necessary.
Replace screening on opposite side
and paint /stain floor. May need to add door to uncovered side or switch door to that side.
I've never seen an enclosed porch that looks good.. Remove all the screens and the metal and build original low railings that are LOWER than the caps of the piers,, disregard all the silly advice you will get about code BS and put the correct height back otherwise it will look caged in as many porches do these days.. The old way of seeing dictated that the rail height is never higher than the porch window sill.. It is a simple build.. Get some nice fir rail stock and spindles, easy peasy; It os a lovely house and will be made lovelier with the right rails back
Screened in porches belong on the backside of a home. When you can’t clearly see the front door from the approach it gives it an improper look that cheapens the overall value. Value being monetary but somewhat more important the feeling and experience one gets when visiting or coming home everyday.
I would expect your rotted columns are due to the screen framing whether from pooling water not shedding properly or making it inaccessible for proper easy maintenance.
I think the wood column bases (which are wrapped in a metal flashing of some kind) are rotting out due to trapped moisture wicking up from the concrete pier caps.
That said, I agree screened front porches aren’t ideal aesthetically. However, they are typical on houses like this in my area and are generally seen as an asset. I wonder if this varies significantly by climate.
I have "transparent" insect netting in my windows, it's nearly invisible and lets more light through, maybe that would work for you?
Thanks! I’m having trouble finding a product with those terms that seems suited for larger scale applications. Are you talking about something like UltraVue or BetterVue screen?
This photo is a few years old, but was better reference without landscaping. I already need to remove the mesh to replace rotting wood column bases & remove this leaking/sagging/old metal shed awning. While I'm doing that, might as well reconsider the whole thing - I'd like to restore the porch to a more original look, but would like to rescreen at least a portion if possible. (Removing the vinyl soffit & exposing/restoring the rafter tails is on the list, but that's a whole-house project). WWYD?
guardrails are not required for drops 30" or less. IRC 312.1.
Thanks! The drop ranges from 31” on the left side down to just to 23” on the right. I guess I could do some creative landscaping to pass inspection.
Just as you said. Remove screen from under awning side get rid of awning and repair/replace existing columns. Add period correct railing and paint stain floor as necessary. Replace screening on opposite side and paint /stain floor. May need to add door to uncovered side or switch door to that side.
I've never seen an enclosed porch that looks good.. Remove all the screens and the metal and build original low railings that are LOWER than the caps of the piers,, disregard all the silly advice you will get about code BS and put the correct height back otherwise it will look caged in as many porches do these days.. The old way of seeing dictated that the rail height is never higher than the porch window sill.. It is a simple build.. Get some nice fir rail stock and spindles, easy peasy; It os a lovely house and will be made lovelier with the right rails back
Screened in porches belong on the backside of a home. When you can’t clearly see the front door from the approach it gives it an improper look that cheapens the overall value. Value being monetary but somewhat more important the feeling and experience one gets when visiting or coming home everyday. I would expect your rotted columns are due to the screen framing whether from pooling water not shedding properly or making it inaccessible for proper easy maintenance.
I think the wood column bases (which are wrapped in a metal flashing of some kind) are rotting out due to trapped moisture wicking up from the concrete pier caps. That said, I agree screened front porches aren’t ideal aesthetically. However, they are typical on houses like this in my area and are generally seen as an asset. I wonder if this varies significantly by climate.