Can You Cover Your Balcony?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Covering your balcony allows you to enjoy the outdoor air even during harsh rainstorms. There are many ways you can keep your balcony dry.

Retractable awnings

, light lean-to structures, and full-roof covers can shield your outdoor space from downpours.

How do you cover a balcony for privacy?

  1. Blinds. Wooden or bamboo blinds are a good way to create privacy on the balcony. …
  2. Shutters. and create shade and save from chilly winds, but also protect the sensitive components on the balcony such as furniture or small plants from fickle weather. …
  3. Screens. …
  4. Plants.

How can I permanently hide my balcony?

  1. Metallic sheath. …
  2. Glass casing. …
  3. Wooden shutters. …
  4. Stationary awning. …
  5. High railings. …
  6. Wall mounted awning. …
  7. Elongated canopy.

How do you cover a balcony beautifully?

  1. Add a Small Table. …
  2. Install Built-In Seating. …
  3. Bring in Greenery. …
  4. Opt for Floor Pillows. …
  5. Add Pattern with an Outdoor Rug. …
  6. Use Your Wall Space. …
  7. Light It Up. …
  8. Hang a Chair or Hammock.

How do I block out my Neighbours view?

  1. Staggered Wooden Boards. Photo by Andrew Drake. …
  2. Hedges for Privacy. Photo by Nancy Andrews. …
  3. Layered Privacy Plantings. …
  4. Container Gardens for Deck Privacy. …
  5. Fences and Walls. …
  6. Stone Wall Topped with Fencing. …
  7. Masonry Walls with Ornamental Ironwork. …
  8. Panels and Pergolas.

How do you hide a bad balcony view?

  1. Use indoor plants as an attractive distraction. …
  2. Hang curtains. …
  3. Hang an interesting mobile over the window. …
  4. Use mirrors to distract and reflect. …
  5. Install glass film. …
  6. Create an outdoor screen. …
  7. Cover the ugly window and just create a new one.

Can you add a balcony to a house?

Balconies are a great way to

add value

to your home. Properties with a balcony can often demand a premium. A square foot of outdoor space can be worth between 25 and 50% of the price of a square foot of indoor space, which adds a good amount to the selling price of a home.

Should I enclose my balcony?


Balconies shall not be enclosed with walls or glass panels

as balconies are meant to be semi-outdoor spaces. … The balcony screens can be drawn open or retracted fully; and. The balcony screens allow for natural ventilation/air flow within the balcony at all times, even when the screens are fully drawn.

How can I make my apartment balcony private?

  1. Mildew-proof Outdoor Curtains.
  2. Adjustable Solar-Powered Umbrella.
  3. Tall Faux Ivy Screen & Trellis.
  4. Encompassing Hanging Chair.
  5. Adjustable Balcony Shades.
  6. Trellis Bench + Various Privacy Ideas.
  7. Balcony Railing Privacy Screen.

What is a dry balcony?

Most flats provide a balcony in front of the kitchen called the washing area or the balcony for

washing utensils and clothes

. In Pune it is called ‘dry balcony’. Apart from using the space to place the cloth drying stand, a balcony can be converted to a comfortable relaxing zone to your liking.

How do you extend an existing balcony?

  1. Install outdoor blinds. …
  2. Consider motorised blinds. …
  3. Opt for sliding or folding doors. …
  4. Have inside-outside flooring. …
  5. Extend the seating. …
  6. Add an awning.

What is the difference between a veranda and a balcony?

Balcony Vs Veranda

As mentioned above, a veranda is a covered structure located on the ground level of the house. It is usually attached to two or more sides of the main building. On the other hand, a balcony is an

elevated platform

affixed to a given room on the upper floor of the building.

What trees block out Neighbours?

  • Bamboo Trees and Hedge (Phyllostachys) …
  • Holly Trees (Ilex) …
  • Hornbeam Trees (Carpinus Betulus) …
  • Laurel Trees (Prunus) …
  • Leylandii Trees (Cypress ) …
  • Magnolia Trees. …
  • Photinia Trees (Red Robin) …
  • Pine Trees (Pinus)

What is the fastest growing tree for privacy?

What are the fastest-growing trees for privacy?

Hybrid poplar

tops the list. It can grow upwards of five feet per year. The Leyland cypress, green giant arborvitae, and silver maple are all close seconds because they add about two feet to their height each year.

Can Neighbours attach things to my fence?

The short answer to this question is, of course,

“no”

. If you own the fence and you have not granted your neighbour permission to do so, they are not allowed to attach or nail things to your fence.

How do you turn a balcony into a bedroom?

  1. Cover the floor with balcony deck tiles. …
  2. Get comfortable outdoor furniture. …
  3. Give your balcony room some privacy. …
  4. Add some shade with a balcony umbrella. …
  5. Equip your balcony room with lighting. …
  6. Decorate the room with cushions and rugs.
David Martineau
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David Martineau
David is an interior designer and home improvement expert. With a degree in architecture, David has worked on various renovation projects and has written for several home and garden publications. David's expertise in decorating, renovation, and repair will help you create your dream home.