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After World War II, thousands of single-family homes went up, and
remodeling companies developed ways to enclose a patio or deck,
which extended the outdoor season. Lightweight, single-paned glass in
aluminum construction with a roof provided protection from weather
and bugs and gave the homeowners extra space.
It was in the 1960s that enclosed patios gained momentum.
Building materials improved, with maintenance-free vinyl
and high-tech glass to minimize heat gain. Today, an Internet
search leads to thousands of websites for homebuilders or do-
it-yourself homeowners to explore the options for an addition
to their house to keep out rain, snow, wind, bugs, animals
and noise, while still being able to enjoy the beauty of the
outdoors.
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