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Why Your West-Facing Patio Bakes at 3 PM, and the Fix

Kip HudaKoz

Published on: 14/07/2026

Your west-facing patio bakes from 3 until sundown, so the party moves inside. Here's why the afternoon sun wins, and how a retractable awning gives it back.

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Why Your Covered Lanai Is Still Hot, and the Fix

Kip HudaKoz

Published on: 04/07/2026

A roof stops rain, not a Florida afternoon. Here's why your covered lanai still cooks (the sun, the slab, the bugs) and how to make it usable again.

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The $5,000 Sunburn: How Florida's Sun Is Quietly Draining Your Wallet

FL Outdoors EIC

Published on: 25/02/2026

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.

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The Eighteen-Month Fade

FL Outdoors EIC

Published on: 08/11/2025

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.

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