Screen Rooms
Outdoor Options offers Screen Rooms that provide a versatile and customizable solution for creating enclosed outdoor spaces. These rooms are designed to offer outdoor views and ventilation while keeping insects and pests out. They can be used for various purposes such as relaxing outdoor living spaces, dining areas, or spaces for hobbies that benefit from natural light. Outdoor Options Screen Rooms are built with compliance to safety and structural codes, ensuring a durable and reliable solution for customers’ needs.
Premium Floors for Superior Durability:
The flooring in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms is designed to provide a sturdy and reliable foundation for the entire structure. It plays a crucial role in ensuring stability and durability, allowing for safe and long-lasting use of the screen room.
The floor framing consists of carefully selected joists made of 2″x4″, 2″x6″, or 2″x8″ lumber. The choice of joist size depends on the specific requirements of the screen room, such as its dimensions and intended use. These joists are spaced at specific intervals based on the width of the room, ensuring proper weight distribution and structural integrity.
To support the floor framing, skid runners are used. For screen rooms under 30′ in length, pressure-treated 4″x6″ S.Y.P. #2 lumber is typically used as skid runners. However, for larger screen rooms measuring 30′ and greater, two pressure-treated 2″x6″ S.Y.P. #2 skids are often employed for increased support. These skid runners provide additional stability and load-bearing capacity to the flooring.
The materials chosen for the floor framing and skid runners are carefully treated to resist decay, rot, and termite damage, ensuring longevity and structural soundness. This treatment helps protect the flooring from moisture-related issues, making it suitable for various weather conditions and environments.
With a well-constructed flooring system, Outdoor Options Screen Rooms offer a solid and reliable surface for a wide range of activities. Whether used as a comfortable outdoor living space, a dining area, or a hobby room, the flooring provides a stable and secure foundation for furniture, fixtures, and the people using the screen room.
By incorporating quality materials and precise construction techniques, Outdoor Options ensures that the flooring in their screen rooms meets high standards of quality, safety, and durability.
Craftsmanship and Quality:
The framing in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity and stability to the entire structure. The frames are constructed using 3.5″ 20GA. steel studs spaced at 24″ on center. These steel studs are specifically chosen for their strength and durability, ensuring the longevity of the screen room.
To further reinforce the structural stability, both the end walls and side walls of the screen room are braced with 3.5″ steel braces. These braces are strategically placed at a height of 3 feet above the finished floor. The braces serve to prevent any lateral movement or swaying of the walls, particularly during strong winds or other external forces.
The attachment of the steel braces to each stud is done using two #10 self-drilling grabber screws, one into each flange of the stud. This secure attachment method ensures that the braces remain firmly in place, adding to the overall strength of the screen room’s framework.
By using steel studs and braces, Outdoor Options creates a robust and stable structure that can withstand various environmental conditions. The steel framing also provides the necessary support to ensure the integrity of the screen room, allowing it to maintain its shape and resist potential damages over time.
The precise spacing of the steel studs at 24″ on center ensures that the load distribution is evenly spread throughout the structure. This evenly distributed load capacity contributes to the overall stability of the screen room, ensuring that it can withstand external forces and maintain its structural integrity.
Overall, the framing in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms is meticulously designed and constructed to provide a solid foundation for the entire structure. The combination of steel studs, braces, and secure attachment methods ensures that the screen room is durable, stable, and capable of withstanding the test of time.
Exceptional Siding Options:
Brief Overview of Siding in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms: Outdoor Options Screen Rooms offer a variety of siding materials to suit customers’ preferences and aesthetic requirements. The choice of siding can greatly impact the appearance, durability, and maintenance of the screen room. Here are the available options:
Box Rib Aluminum: This siding option features ribbed panels made of aluminum. It offers a sleek and modern look while providing durability and resistance to corrosion.
Twin Rib Aluminum: Similar to box rib aluminum, this siding option consists of ribbed aluminum panels. It provides a distinct appearance and is known for its strength and longevity.
Dutch Lap Siding Aluminum: This siding option mimics the traditional Dutch lap style, with interlocking horizontal panels. It combines the classic look of lap siding with the lightweight and low-maintenance benefits of aluminum.
Dutch Lap Siding Steel: Similar to the aluminum version, this siding option replicates the Dutch lap style but with steel panels. It offers enhanced durability, making it suitable for areas with harsh weather conditions.
29 Gauge Steel AG Panel: This siding option features corrugated steel panels commonly used in agricultural applications. It provides a rugged and rustic appearance while offering excellent strength and resilience.
T-111 Wood Siding: T-111 siding is made of plywood panels with vertical grooves. It offers a traditional and natural look, perfect for a rustic or country-style screen room. Proper maintenance, such as sealing and painting, is important to ensure its longevity.
Hardie Panel Stucco and T-111 Siding: Hardie panel siding is a fiber cement option that mimics the look of stucco. It provides a textured and elegant appearance, combining the durability of fiber cement with the charm of stucco. The T-111 siding may be used in combination with Hardie panel siding to add variation and visual interest to the screen room.
Hardie Board Siding: Hardie board, also known as fiber cement siding, is a popular choice for its durability, low maintenance, and resistance to rot, pests, and fire. It is available in various styles and can emulate the look of wood, providing a classic and timeless appeal.
Polycarbonate Greenhouse Panels: This option features translucent panels made of polycarbonate material. These panels allow natural light to enter the screen room while offering protection from UV rays. They are lightweight, durable, and provide a modern and contemporary aesthetic.
The selection of siding material depends on factors such as personal preference, desired appearance, climate conditions, and maintenance considerations. Outdoor Options offers these diverse options to cater to different styles and requirements, ensuring customers can create a screen room that perfectly suits their taste and needs.
Durable Roofing Options:
The roofing system in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms is designed with durability and weather protection in mind. It is crucial to have a reliable and sturdy roof to ensure the integrity of the screen room and safeguard the interior from the elements.
The roof panels are securely fastened using .25″-14x.75″ HWH TRAXX/1 screws, spaced at 6″ on center. This meticulous fastening ensures that the panels are tightly secured, minimizing the risk of leaks and damage during extreme weather conditions.
To provide additional support and structural stability, 3.5″-20GA metal bracing is incorporated. This bracing is attached to the steel studs using #10 screws, ensuring a strong connection between the roof and the walls. The metal bracing is positioned on both sides of each corner of the side walls, creating a robust framework that enhances the overall stability of the screen room.
The specific roof layout may vary depending on the length of the screen room, with a maximum length of 50′-0″. This allows for flexibility in accommodating different sizes of screen rooms while maintaining optimal structural integrity.
By employing quality materials and precision construction techniques, the roofing system in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms is designed to withstand various weather conditions. It provides reliable protection against rain, wind, snow, and other environmental factors that could potentially compromise the comfort and safety of the enclosed space.
It is worth noting that a well-constructed and properly maintained roof is essential to ensure the longevity of the screen room. Routine inspections and maintenance, such as checking for loose screws or damaged panels, can help prolong the life of the roof and ensure its continued functionality.
Overall, the roofing system in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms is designed to provide a durable and reliable solution, ensuring the protection and comfort of the enclosed space while complementing the overall aesthetic appeal of the screen room.
An Array of Options at Outdoor Options:
Outdoor Options understands that each customer may have unique preferences and requirements for their screen room. To provide a personalized experience, they offer a range of options for customization. Here are some key aspects of the options available:
- Choice of Colors: Outdoor Options offers a wide selection of colors for the screen room structure. Customers can choose from options such as black, white, emerald green, off white, gold, sage green, canary yellow, buckskin tan, candy apple red, hickory moss, terra cotta, pewter, burgundy, silver mill finish, brown, dove gray, TT red, Mediterranean blue, TT brown, Jabo green, and TT gray. This variety allows customers to match their screen room with their existing outdoor aesthetics or personal preferences.
- Electrical System: For added convenience and functionality, customers have the option to include an electrical system in their screen room. This system requires a field connection from an existing power source. The electrical symbol key provided by Outdoor Options illustrates the locations and types of electrical fixtures available, such as receptacles, switches, light fixtures, and junction boxes. This option allows customers to customize the screen room’s electrical layout according to their specific needs.
By offering a range of colors and the option for an electrical system, Outdoor Options ensures that customers can create a screen room that aligns with their desired style and functionality. Whether customers prefer a vibrant and colorful space or a more subdued and neutral tone, Outdoor Options strives to cater to diverse aesthetic preferences.
Additionally, the inclusion of an electrical system provides convenience for activities that require lighting or electrical devices within the screen room. This option enhances the usability of the space, whether it is used for relaxation, entertaining guests, or pursuing hobbies that may benefit from electrical fixtures.
In conclusion, Outdoor Options aims to provide a customized and tailored experience for customers by offering a variety of color options and the flexibility to include an electrical system in their screen rooms. This ensures that customers can create a screen room that reflects their personal style, meets their functional needs, and seamlessly integrates with their outdoor living space.
Durable Construction and Versatile Options:
Brief Overview of Specs in Outdoor Options Screen Rooms: The Screen Rooms offered by Outdoor Options are designed and constructed to meet specific specifications and adhere to various building codes. These specifications ensure that the screen rooms are safe, structurally sound, and built to withstand certain environmental conditions. The following details provide a more comprehensive understanding of the specifications:
Compliance with Building Codes: Outdoor Options Screen Rooms are built in accordance with the FBC 2020 7th Edition, ASCE-7-16, and 2017 NEC codes. These codes are widely recognized and set standards for safety, structural integrity, and electrical systems in construction projects. By complying with these codes, Outdoor Options ensures that their screen rooms meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Maximum Height and Design Wind Speed: The screen rooms have a maximum allowable height of one story. This means that the structures are designed to be single-story buildings. Additionally, they are engineered to withstand a basic wind speed of up to Vut-170mph. This design consideration accounts for the potential wind forces that the screen rooms may encounter in their intended outdoor applications.
Exposure Category: The screen rooms are classified as exposure category D. Exposure categories are used to determine the environmental conditions that a structure may face, particularly related to wind and other weather elements. Exposure category D indicates that the screen rooms are designed for areas with a moderate to high potential for wind exposure.
Internal Pressure Coefficient: The screen rooms have an internal pressure coefficient of +/- 0.18. This coefficient refers to the pressure difference between the inside and outside of the structure during wind events. By specifying this value, the design accounts for the effect of wind pressure on the screen rooms, ensuring their stability and resistance against external forces.
Roof and Floor Load Capacities: The screen rooms have specific load capacities for the roof and floor. The roof is designed to support a dead load of 10 pounds per square foot (PSF) and can accommodate a live load of 20 PSF or a 300-pound point load. This means that the roof can handle the weight of the materials used in its construction as well as additional loads from occupants or other items. The floor, similarly, has a dead load capacity of 10 PSF and a live load capacity of 75/125 PSF. This indicates the weight that the floor can safely bear, considering both permanent and temporary loads.
Intended Use: It is important to note that the screen rooms are not designed or intended to serve as hurricane protection or hurricane shelters. While they are built to withstand certain wind speeds, they do not provide the same level of protection as specialized structures specifically designed for hurricane-prone areas. Customers should consider the intended use of the screen rooms and consult with Outdoor Options regarding their specific needs and any additional safety requirements.
By providing these detailed specifications, Outdoor Options ensures that their Screen Rooms meet the necessary standards for safety, durability, and performance. Customers can have confidence in the quality and reliability of the structures, knowing that they have been designed and constructed to comply with relevant building codes and withstand environmental conditions within their intended scope.
