Screen Enclosure in Baton Rouge, Louisiana — Custom Aluminum Rooms

Need a screened outdoor space that keeps mosquitoes out while letting Gulf Coast breezes in? For this Baton Rouge home, Southern Home Improvement Center built two aluminum screen rooms that protect an outdoor kitchen and dining area without closing the view. If you are still comparing options, see a clean roof-cover example in LaPlace — LaPlace Flat-Pan Cover — Gulf Coast Guide.

Project Overview

The homeowners wanted year-round usability for a covered patio and an outdoor kitchen — protection from bugs and side-blown rain with enough airflow for grilling. Our solution was a pair of matching, dark-bronze aluminum screen rooms with clean sightlines, kickplate protection where needed, and full-view doors to keep the spaces feeling open. For a bigger picture of how SHIC coordinates exterior details across trades, scan Our Services.

Why Aluminum Screen Rooms

Aluminum framing is rigid, weather-smart, and low-maintenance for Baton Rouge heat and humidity. Darker mesh softens glare, adds privacy, and preserves airflow. Layout decisions matter — door swing, mid-rail height, and kickplate placement make daily use easier and keep the kitchen side cleaner between cooks. If your patio is still uncovered, you can phase upgrades: start with a roof cover, then add screening later. For color and trim ideas, see the LaPlace Flat-Pan Cover.

What We Installed

Below is a concise look at dimensions, framing, and door placements — helpful if you are comparing footprints or mapping furniture. After the list, we explain how these choices work together on Gulf Coast homes.

Room A (≈ 17′ × 10′) — rigid aluminum frame with two mid-rails and a full-view door oriented to the yard.
Grill panel (20″ × 36″) — solid kickplate behind the grill to shield the lower panel from heat, splashes, and bumps.
Room B (≈ 9′ run) — matching frame with two mid-rails and a 36″ door; closes the kitchen side while allowing smoke to vent.
Finish — dark bronze, low-gloss, tied into the home’s existing trim for a built-in look.

Together, the rooms read as one continuous, shaded retreat — open to breezes, protected from insects, and easy to maintain. If downpours push water across your patio, pair the enclosure with correctly sized gutters — Seamless Gutters — to move runoff away from doors and thresholds.

Benefits for Baton Rouge Homes

Baton Rouge weather swings from bright sun to pop-up showers. Screen rooms solve everyday pain points while keeping budgets and upkeep predictable. Review the advantages, then check seasonal planning notes to time fabrication and installation — Deadlines & Playbook.

Mosquito control with airflow — fine-weave mesh blocks insects while keeping patios cooler than glassed-in sunrooms.
Everyday durability — rigid framing with mid-rails holds screen tension and resists warping over time.
Privacy and shade — darker mesh reduces sightlines from neighboring yards without feeling closed-in.
Kid- and pet-friendly — kickplates protect lower panels from scuffs, toys, and paws; full-view doors ease supervision.
Architectural fit — rail proportions echo modern window grids for curb appeal and continuity.

If your patio begins as an open cover, you can add screening later without redoing structure. For a tidy, modern look that pairs well with dark bronze framing, review the LaPlace example — Flat-Pan Cover.

Before & After — From Open Patio to Screen Room

This project began with a covered patio and outdoor kitchen exposed to bugs, pollen, and sideways rain. Adding full-height panels, mid-rails, and low kickplates turned it into a refined screened-in retreat that stays usable from spring through late fall — while preserving sightlines to the courtyard and garden. For another transformation built for storms, see the sealed-deck reroof in St. Rose — St. Rose FORTIFIED® Case.

Before and after — sofa lounge patio transformed into a screen room with full-view door, dark-bronze frame and lower kickplate — Baton Rouge, LA

Care & Maintenance

Aluminum screen rooms are easy to care for. A light rinse now and then, plus quick checks around the grill zone, keeps the space looking new. For long-term exterior planning, bookmark our systems overview — Louisiana Systems Guide.

Clean quarterly — hose rinse and a soft brush; mild dish soap for spots. Avoid bleach/solvents and close-range pressure washing (keep 3–4 ft away, low pressure).
Lubricate hardware — once or twice a year, a light silicone spray on hinges, latch, and closer; confirm smooth self-close.
Grill area — after heavy cooking, wipe the kickplate and nearby frame; keep direct heat off the mesh.
Perimeter & storms — keep base channels clear and plants trimmed; after storms, rinse debris and clear leaves.

Patch small nicks promptly. If damage is larger or a pet has pushed through a panel, rescreening a single bay is quick and cost-effective.

FAQ — Screen Enclosures in Baton Rouge

Short answers to common questions. For broader coastal planning, start with our practical guide — Gulf Coast Guide.

Screen enclosure vs. sunroom — what’s the difference?

A screened space keeps natural airflow with insect protection. A sunroom uses glass or vinyl panels and can be climate-controlled — better for winter warmth, but warmer in summer without shade management.

Can you add a pet door or extend kickplates later?

Yes. We can retrofit pet doors, upgrade mesh types, and extend kickplates in high-traffic zones during a short service visit.

Which areas do you serve around Baton Rouge?

We install screen enclosures in Baton Rouge and nearby communities — Prairieville, Gonzales, Denham Springs, Zachary, Central, and surrounding areas. For other cities and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, see the Service Area.

How much does it cost?

Price depends on footprint, door count, mesh type, kickplates, and tie-ins to existing structures. You receive a clear written estimate after on-site measurements — with options and lead times.

How long does installation take?

Residential screen rooms install quickly once fabrication is complete. Your proposal includes a simple schedule with milestones and best weather windows.

Free Estimate — Screen Enclosures in Baton Rouge

Ready for a bug-free, breezy outdoor room? Call our local team and we’ll measure, design, and install a custom screen enclosure that fits your home and the way you live. If you want to compare roof or cover options first, browse Services and the LaPlace case — Flat-Pan Cover.

Baton Rouge: (225) 766-4244
Northshore / Slidell: (985) 643-6611

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