Enclosed Patio Covers for Outdoor Comfort
Add comfort and protection to your outdoor space with enclosed patio covers. Enjoy a brighter, more relaxing patio you can use more often.
An enclosed patio cover closes off your patio with a Weatherwood aluminum roof and wall panels. It cuts the glare, wind, and blowing debris that keep people indoors, so the patio works as a comfortable spot well beyond the mild weeks of the year.
Duralum has built aluminum patios in the United States since 1962. Our engineers design each cover for its site, and a certified Duralum dealer installs it to local code.
Benefits of Enclosed Patio Covers
An open patio sits empty when the sun is strong or the wind picks up. Walls on the cover change that, and the space becomes usable for weekday meals or a weekend gathering across most of the year.
The cover shields what you keep outside. Patio furniture holds its color and finish longer once it is out of the direct sun and rain.
An enclosed patio also reads as extra living area. Space that saw occasional use becomes a room the household uses daily.
Features That Support Long-Term Performance
An enclosed cover carries its own roof and walls, so the engineering behind it decides how long it holds up. Duralum engineers every design to meet or exceed state, county, and local building codes, rated for winds up to 130 mph and seismic Category D.
Aluminum is the right material for the structure. It keeps its shape under sun and moisture, resists warping and rot, and never needs the repainting or termite treatment wood demands. A Duralum cover built from it lasts 20 to 30 years or more with occasional cleaning.
Duralum forms its own aluminum components in-house at US facilities in Corona, Las Vegas, and Dallas. That control keeps parts consistent between orders and the finished frame true for the life of the cover. Demand has grown enough that the company has more than doubled its manufacturing capacity in three years.
See how Duralum products are manufactured and how each project is engineered for its location.
Customization Options for Different Homes and Lifestyles
Duralum sizes each cover to the patio rather than building from stock. Wall height and the degree of openness are set to fit how you plan to use the space and how much light you want to keep. A homeowner who wants a quiet corner and one who hosts dinners get different builds off the same product line.
The Weatherwood line carries an embossed woodgrain texture under the low-maintenance DuraTough Coating, which resists corrosion, dirt, and stains. Match the house with your choice of color and rafter tail profile, or step up to the Smooth Modern finish for a cleaner look.
If you want more airflow, a DuraScreen screened room or Duralife sunroom may suit better. An enclosed patio cover gives the most weather protection while keeping the patio feel.
Designed to Improve Daily Use of Outdoor Space
Many patios are underused because the space does not feel comfortable enough for regular use. Because the sun, wind, or debris can limit how often the area is enjoyed.
Enclosed patio covers help solve that problem by creating a more protected setting. This makes the patio better suited for reading, relaxing, sharing meals, or hosting small gatherings. Over time, the patio can become one of the most enjoyable parts of the home.
Materials Chosen for Durability
Outdoor living structures need materials that can hold up over time. Aluminum is widely used in outdoor construction because it maintains its shape when exposed to sunlight, moisture, and changing temperatures.
Aluminum does not warp or crack, which makes it a dependable material for structural components to build patios.
Because of these qualities, enclosed patio covers made with aluminum components are well suited for long-term outdoor use.
A Practical Outdoor Upgrade With Lasting Value
A sheltered patio stays useful through the year, not only in the mild weeks. Duralum backs every patios with a lifetime warranty that transfers to the next homeowner if you sell.
Duralum also stands behind the finished cover as one company. It manufactures the components and installs only through certified dealers who build to local code.
“This company is amazing. Unfortunately, I hired a horrible contractor, who is now out of business, and left my patio cover only mostly done. I reached out to Duralum directly and they helped me get my remaining finishing pieces so that my patio cover would be complete. Their customer service is incredible and I’m very happy with their product. Do not hesitate to use their product!!”
Katie D., California
If an enclosed patio cover fits your home, request a price quote to review options for your space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are enclosed patio covers?
An enclosed patio cover is a Weatherwood aluminum roof with wall panels added around the sides. The roof covers the patio overhead and the walls close in the perimeter, which turns an open patio into a sheltered room.
How is it different from a standard patio cover?
A standard cover is open on the sides and gives shade and rain protection overhead. Adding walls also blocks wind and debris and brings privacy, which widens how often the patio is comfortable to sit in.
What materials does Duralum use, and how long do they last?
The roof and walls are structural aluminum, formed in-house in the USA and finished with the DuraTough Coating. A cover built this way lasts 20 to 30 years or more and asks for little beyond an occasional wash.
Can it be customized?
Yes. Duralum sizes each build to the patio and sets wall height and openness around how you will use the space. You choose the color, the rafter tail profile, and the finish, including the Smooth Modern option
What’s the difference between this and a screened room?
This gives more weather protection and keeps a patio feel. A DuraScreen screened room trades some of that protection for airflow and insect screening. A Duralife sunroom goes further, sealing the space in glass for year-round use.
Can I use it year-round?
Most homeowners use the space through the majority of the year, since the roof and walls block sun, wind, and rain. How fully you enclose it decides how comfortable it stays in the coldest and hottest weeks.
