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Discover how these innovative solutions can transform your outdoor living area into a luxurious oasis. Whether you're dreaming of a stylish pergola,
the convenience of motorized screens, looking for a little shade, or the elegance of high-end custom fencing, we’ve got you covered.
HERE IS THE LATEST:
SUN PROTECTON
"The $5,000 Sunburn: How Florida's Sun Is Quietly Draining Your Wallet
Faded cushions. Warped furniture. Higher energy bills. South Florida homeowners spend $5,000-$10,000 every five years on sun damage they don't even notice. Here's the math. ...more
Sun Protections Idea
February 25, 2026•12 min read
The Eighteen-Month Fade
Discover why even high-end outdoor furniture fades fast in South Florida’s relentless UV and humidity—and how motorized solar screens can protect your investment and keep it looking new for years. ...more
Sun Protections Idea
November 08, 2025•6 min read
An Awning Might Seem Expensive, But Have You Checked Out the Cost of Skin Cancer Treatment?
Think an awning’s too expensive? Compare it to the cost of treating skin cancer. This blog dives into sun safety, financial facts, and why smart shade might just save more than your patio—it could sav... ...more
Sun Protections Idea
May 24, 2025•4 min read
WEATHER CONTROL
The Usability Audit: Your Patio's Real Number
Most South Florida patios are comfortably usable 5 months out of 12. That means your outdoor investment is sitting empty more than half the year. It doesn't have to. ...more
Florida Weather Control
February 22, 2026•12 min read
Lanai Heater Safety: Space Heaters, Fire Pits, or Infrared?
Which heater is safe for your screened lanai? Compare electric, propane, infrared, fire pits, plus wind protection options. Honest tradeoffs on safety and cost. ...more
Florida Weather Control
February 08, 2026•14 min read
The Florida Homeowner's Cold Front Checklist: 48 Hours to Protect Your Lanai
Stay protected when the mercury drops. This 48-hour Florida cold front checklist covers essential steps to safeguard your lanai, tropical plants, pool, and pipes from freeze damage. Don't get caught o... ...more
Florida Weather Control
February 05, 2026•12 min read
HURRICANE CORNER
Why Does The Ocean Distroy Everything, Patio?
That “coastal-rated” furniture wasn’t built for coastal reality. Discover why salt spray destroys outdoor spaces in under two years—and how one solution can protect your investment for decades. ...more
The Beyond The Hurricane Protections.
November 29, 2025•7 min read
Hurricane Melissa and Why October Is Florida's Most Dangerous Month
Hurricane Melissa surges through the Caribbean with 145 mph winds, reminding Floridians why October remains the most dangerous month for hurricanes—when the season’s calm turns suddenly catastrophic. ...more
Hurricane Preparedness Tips.
October 27, 2025•9 min read
Crash Test Dummy Part 6: How To Spot A Bad Install.
Spot the warning signs of a bad motorized screen installation in Central Florida. From weak anchors to skipped testing, avoid costly mistakes before the first storm turns your patio into a sinking shi... ...more
Hurricane Preparedness Tips.
August 14, 2025•3 min read
BEST OF SERIES
“Protecting Your Investment: Why Smart Patio Design Pays Dividends Every DayNew Blog Post
Discover the true cost of outdoor living. Learn how smart patio design with motorized screens saves money, time, and transforms your life. ...more
Best Of Series
October 11, 2025•4 min read
The Modern Patio Revolution, Part Three
A storm rages outside—rain blowing sideways, palms bending—but the patio stays calm and dry. Motorized screens transform chaos into comfort, letting you work, relax, or entertain no matter the weather... ...more
Best Of Series
October 07, 2025•4 min read
The Modern Patio Revolution, Part Two: The Patio Lies That Cost You
Rain pooling, furniture ruined, comfort lost—this is the cost of poor patio design. At FL Outdoor, we build spaces made to last, with protection and planning at the core. ...more
Best Of Series
October 02, 2025•4 min read
DISCUSSION & GUIDES
Do Motorized Screen Increase My Propety Value?
Two identical homes in South Florida—one with motorized screens, one without. The result? A $45,000 difference in sale price. Discover how outdoor function drives real estate value. ...more
Discussion and Guides
November 19, 2025•6 min read
When Paradise Bites Back:
A perfect South Florida evening turns chaotic as mosquitoes crash Christmas dinner. Discover why paradise bites back—and how one button can take your patio from pest zone to perfection. ...more
Discussion and Guides
November 04, 2025•7 min read
Impact vs. Pressure and Motorized Hurricane Screens
Here’s the thing… Hurricanes don’t hit once and leave. They pull, push, shift, and slam for hours. That’s where pressure resistance comes in. Your screen doesn’t just need to survive a single blow — i... ...more
Discussion and Guides
June 22, 2025•4 min read
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