It’s that time of year again – the hustle and bustle of back-to-school has begun. For little ones, there is the excitement of picking out new lunchboxes and buying fresh boxes of crayons. For the older students, it might be a new backpack and the right outfit for the first day. Early alarms, packed lunches, and rushing out the door are all part of back-to-school. But what else comes with this time of year? Quiet late mornings and afternoons are suddenly back. For those of you who stay at home or work from home, as much as you love your kiddos, those quiet hours can be a wonderful, restorative time.
Now that you have time to focus on your own well-being, you need a designated space to recharge. Bedrooms are designed for sleeping. Office spaces are designed for work. Living areas are designed for relaxation, but they contain distractions like televisions and laptops. A screened patio can be your personal sanctuary – a special space where you are protected from bugs, sun, and most importantly, stress.
In this post, we will discuss how a screened-in porch, patio, or pool enclosure can become your special space for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Tripod Aluminum specializes in screened-in spaces, and we believe they can become an integral part of your home, your daily routine, and your self-care. Join us as we explore what a screened patio can do for you!
The Back-to-School Transition: A Perfect Time for Change
As you get back into familiar routines, it’s important to carve out time for yourself during the day. It is easy to fill the time that was once used to occupy the kids with chores, household projects, and errands. But if you don’t take the time to recharge, you won’t have the energy to do those things. This is your chance to reclaim the mental energy that may have been depleted by a busy summer schedule where your days were governed by running kids to camps and playdates or hosting loud pool parties. While it will still be a while before Florida’s Fall begins, you can look forward to some lovely outdoor time with few bugs and a peaceful environment.
Benefits of a Screened Patio Sanctuary
There are multiple benefits of a screened patio sanctuary. It offers peace and quiet, protection from bugs and sun, improved mental health, and a usable multi-purpose space.
Peace and Quiet
Assuming your neighborhood isn’t unusually noisy, your outdoor space should provide you with peace and quiet. If you are home alone, then you may have that indoors too, but there is a subtle difference. The noises outside, like birds chirping and the wind tickling a windchime, can add to your sense of peace. With a comfy chair or outdoor sofa, you can enjoy your morning coffee or tea, catch up on some reading, or just sit there in blissful silence. You may use this time for mindfulness or devotions. If your screened-in space includes an outdoor sofa or hammock, you may even enjoy a refreshing afternoon power nap to energize you before the kids get home.
Protection from Bugs and Sun
One of the wonderful benefits of screens is no more bugs! How refreshing will it be to sit outside without swatting away mosquitoes or love bugs? It greatly increases the level of enjoyment for your outside time. Our screened enclosures also provide protection from harmful UV rays. It is still important to wear sunscreen outside in Florida, always, but this extra level of protection can help you enjoy your outside space without the worry of a sunburn.
Improved Mental Health
Being outdoors is good for you in every way and can lead to improved mental health. One large-scale study in Denmark examined data from over 900,000 people. They found that children who lived in neighborhoods with more green space had a significantly reduced risk of many psychiatric disorders later in life. Your body and your brain are literally telling you that you need to be outside for the sake of your own health, so listen to yourself and step outside into your beautiful screened-in patio and enjoy what nature has to offer – peace, serenity, and a calm mind.
Multi-Purpose Use
While your new screened-in patio or pool enclosure can be your quiet, serene space while the kids are at school, it can also serve other functions that make it a great investment for the whole family. Without the threat of swarming mosquitoes, you can enjoy a game night with the kids or a group of friends. You and your spouse can sip some wine or coffee and talk about your day after the kids go to bed. From morning until bedtime, your screened-in space can be used to benefit your family and your well-being.
Why Now Is The Ideal Time to Install or Upgrade
Summer is often the busiest time for our team at Tripod Aluminum. Our screen enclosures are tailor-made to fit your needs and space. We manage every detail in-house, so we don’t have to rely on subcontractors who may be busy with other jobs. Our materials and craftsmanship exceed industry standards to bring you the highest quality patio and pool enclosures. As summer winds down, it is a good time to contact us to begin designing your project. You may even want to host Thanksgiving in your new outdoor space!
Conclusion
Back-to-school season is the perfect time to prioritize your well-being and peace of mind. A screened-in patio or pool enclosure offers the perfect escape year-round to rest and recharge. While being protected from bugs and sun, you can give your mind and body the outdoor time it craves. Then you can move on with your day, energized and refreshed. The versatile space can be used by your family for fun and relaxation year-round, day and night. Are you ready to create your outdoor sanctuary? Contact us at Tripod Aluminum for a free estimate or come browse our showroom to see all that we have to offer!
