analysis: 7 Tips for Creating a Pet-Friendly Sunroom

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1. Choose your plants carefully

Notes:

• There’s nothing more beautiful to have in a sunroom than jungle-like greenery. It certainly makes you feel in harmony with nature and your inner self.
• Also, all that photosynthesis will get enough oxygen to your home like you’re outside, without worrying about boring insect bites. And that’s the purpose of a sunroom.
• But, some of the prettiest plants can be pretty dangerous for your pet. Of course, your dog will want to take a bite of that sago palm – but it will not end well.
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• • Choosing The Right Plants:

    To avoid an unwanted outcome and truly enjoy your sunroom without worrying about your pet’s wellbeing, use non-toxic plants for your sunroom decor.

    There are a lot of options to choose from:

    

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    Best "Pet-Friendly" Houseplants
    	African Violets	view
    	Baby Tears	view
    	Bamboo	view
    	Banana	view
    	Bird’s Nest Fern	view
    	Boston Ferns	view

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    	Bromeliad	view
    	Calathea Orbifolia	view
    	Christmas Cacti	view
    	Date Palm	view
    	Friendship Plant	view
    	Gloxinia	view

    	Herbs	view
    	Lipstick Plant	view
    	Orchids	view
    	Parlor Palm	view
    	Peperomia	view
    	Polka Dot Plant	view

    	Ponytail Palm	view
    	Prayer Plant	view
    	Rattlesnake Plant	view
    	Spider Plant	view
    	Staghorn Fern	view
    	Venus Fly Trap	view

    These are all the plants that will make your home stylish. More importantly, none of them will poison your curious friend behind your back.

  • How to Display Plants:

    Houseplants are a great way to add decor to any room – not to mention the color coordination between plant and container. But the challenge is how to display them to get maximum benefit.

    How about a shelving unit for 1-3 houseplants only as displayed below – imagine how that might look in your sunroom against the wall that doesn’t have any windows.

    

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    Houseplant Display     (google images)
    	Classical Display	view samples
    	Modern Display	view samples
    	Pedestal Display	view samples
    	Shelf Display	view samples
    	Ladder Display	view samples
    	Hanging Display	view samples
    	Mounted Display	view samples
    	Terrarium Display	view samples

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2. The other kinds of decor are important too

Notes:

• Since we’re talking about the safety of decor – plants are not the only potential source of danger you should watch out for. If you want to create a pet-friendly atmosphere in your sunroom, be cautious of the materials you choose and the placement of your decorations.
• You can have a delightful decor, but make sure to avoid any decorations that your pet may knock over or damage.
• Keep an eye out for any items in your furniture or décor that might be dangerous to your pet if swallowed.
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• • Sunroom Styling Ideas:

    The styling of the sunroom will most likely fit the styling that you have for the entire house. You certainly want your rooms to match.

    But since the sunroom may be an added addition with a segregated entry, perhaps you might want to style the room somewhat differently. That could be contemporary, industrial, or maybe with a farmhouse look.

    

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    What styling would you like to consider:

    Sunroom Decorating Ideas
    	Decorating Styles	view
    	– Traditional	view
    	– Modern	view
    	– Industrial	view
    	– Farmhouse	view
    	– Coastal	view
    	– Tuscan	view
    	– Retro	view
    	– Natural Items	view

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    	Wall Decor	view
    	– Paint Colors	view
    	– Wall Trellis	view
    	– Wall Clocks	view
    	Lighting	view
    	Display Stands	view
    	Textures	view
    	w/ Fireplace	view
    	w/ Hammock	view

  • Other Uses For the Sunroom:

    When we think about sunrooms, we often think of a room that is tropical in nature – with a lot of plants, running water, and a sitting area where you can enjoy the summer rays.

    But however, that sunroom could function as a bonus room for a home office, rec room, mini-library, or a room to play some music.

    

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    Take a look of the varying options where a sunroom can be combined as bonus room with one of the following ideas:

    It doesn’t matter what function the room has. Your pets will enjoy it all the same.

    Sunroom "Other" Uses   (google images)
    	Home Office	view samples
    	Recreation Room	view samples
    	Home Gym	view samples
    	Mini Library	view samples
    	Reading Nook	view samples
    	Play Room	view samples
    	Napping Room	view samples
    	Music Room	view samples
    	Dining	view samples

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3. The floor is an important part when creating a pet-friendly sunroom

Notes:

• Choose pet-friendly, stain-resistant flooring. Ceramic tile is popular because it is easy to clean and not harmed by nails or claws. Also, luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVP) is quite a good idea.
• LVP flooring is a synthetic substance that looks like wood. It looks and feels like genuine hardwood but is more robust, dent-resistant, and even waterproof. These features make LVP flooring suitable for a pet-friendly sunroom.
• LVP flooring is available in several stains to match your decor. Another alternative is to use low-cost, durable carpets.
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• • Why Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (LVP):

    If your sunroom has multiple plants that need to be watered, LVP is a popular flooring option to consider.

    LVP flooring is extremely easy to clean, easy to care for, can take water spills, and can be made to look like wood, stone, marble, or any material you like.

    

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    Because it is so resistant to moisture, it is perfect for sunroom, bathrooms, kitchens, and anywhere else moisture may typically collect in your home.

    But on the other hand, plant containers can have bottom reservoirs to keep water from spilling on the floor. So you may consider another flooring option that may include the following:

    Flooring Options
    	Hardwood	view
    	Engineered Wood	ideas
    	Bamboo	view
    	Vinyl	view
    	Laminate	view
    	Linoleum	view

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    	Carpet	view
    	Tile	view
    	Stone	view
    	Polished Concrete	view
    	Cork	view
    	Rubber	view

  • Why Have a Sunroom:

    If you’re looking for ways to bring the beautiful aspects of nature into your home, a sunroom is one of the best options.

    In letting in more sunlight, these spaces allow you to grow some of your favorite species of greenery while accommodating any of your other entertainment or hobby-related needs.

    

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    However, it’s common for homeowners to dismiss this addition as a luxury and miss out on its many benefits and opportunities. These are a few reasons to build a sunroom for your home. One is the increase of home value.

    Adding Sunroom    (google images)
    	Sunroom Addition	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Plans	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Windows	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Skylights	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Skirting	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Back-of-House	view ideas
    	– Sunroom Side-of-House	view ideas

     

    	All Season Room	view ideas
    	– Deck All Season	view ideas
    	– Porch All Season	view ideas
    	– Garage All Season	view ideas
    	– Kitchen All Season	view ideas

    More usable space means more homebuyers willing to pay extra for a chance to use it. This is especially the case in a sunroom since these areas provide the unique advantage of access sunlight.

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    	reasons to build a sunroom for your home

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4. Pay special attention to furniture

Notes:

• It’s nice to have a fancy sofa on which you can sunbathe and read your favorite book. But you certainly don’t want to be covered in cat hair after doing so. So, choose textiles that will not attract pet fur and hair, such as leather, tweed, or microfiber.
• Keep any furnishings out of the sunroom that you don’t want your cats to use as scratching posts, and if you have pets prone to accidents, consider using waterproof materials.
• If you’re concerned about fading caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays, search for furnishings or windows that can withstand the sun’s rays.
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• • Take Care of the Furnishings You Can’t Use:

    You might have had a beautiful antique table in your sunroom before your pet – but you can have it no more. That doesn’t mean that sometimes you won’t be able to put it to use once again in the future.

    But it’s essential to take care of it in the meantime and store it somewhere safe. Renting a climate-controlled storage space is a perfect solution for items that need special conditions. This can also be a budget-friendly solution, even though it might not seem like it.

    

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    This can also be a budget-friendly solution, even though it might not seem like it.

  • 4. Make It Cozy For Them

    Provide your little ones with comfortable mattresses or old blankets with lots of padding for them to sleep on. Allowing your furry pals to have their possessions helps keep them off of your furniture, which helps keep hair contained.

    If you have recently gotten a rescue cat, consider adding a box to help minimize stress and shorten the transition time.

    Pet Furniture Ideas
    	Dog Beds	view ideas
    	Dog Basket	view ideas
    	Dog Hammock	view ideas
    	Dog Sofa	view ideas
    	Decorative Crate	view ideas
    	Elevated Bed	view ideas

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    	Cat Window Perch	view ideas
    	Cat Scratching Post	view ideas
    	Cat Lounger	view ideas
    	Cat Cuddly Bed	view ideas
    	Cat Hammock	view ideas
    	Cat Climbing Loft	view ideas

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5. Make the fun room out of a sunroom

Notes:

• Your dog must be kept amused with dog toys. You want to avoid them becoming bored and chewing up your furniture or causing other mischiefs.
• Most pet owners know that a bored dog will destroy goods by gnawing on them. But a bored cat will scratch them until they are unidentifiable.
• You can keep your dear pals happy and engaged by providing them with various toys. For example – scratching posts, puzzle toys, motorized mice, and chewy toys are all excellent choices.
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• • 7. Give Them An Escape Option

    Sometimes, your pet’s energy will outmatch the possibilities of a sunroom. Putting up a pet door will allow your pet to have easy access to the yard and play area.

    If you want to incorporate a pet door, be sure to include a knee wall in your design besides your sliding glass doors.

    

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    A pet door is a terrific way to give your pet the freedom to choose whether they want to remain inside and when they want to go outside, and it is inexpensive.

    Pet Door Samples   (google images)
    	Tunnel Door	view samples
    	Built-In Pet Doors	view samples
    	Wall-Build Pet Doors	view samples
    	Electronic Doors	view samples
    	Designer Doors	view samples
    	French Door Doggie Door	view samples
    	Temporary Door – French	view samples
    	Temporary Door – Sliding	view samples
    	Doors for Cats	view samples

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• All In All

  There are many things you can do to adjust your sunroom for all your family members – including your pet.

• These were the seven most important tips for creating a pet-friendly sunroom, but there are always more things you could do.
• Don’t limit your creative drive, and make your sunroom the place you – and your pet – will love and enjoy spending time in.

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