While natural fir is the traditional choice for a porch floor, good wood alternatives include cedar, mahogany and Brazilian Ipe. You can add interest and texture to your porch floor by mixing woods or laying boards in a creative pattern.

Your screened porch flooring should be durable enough to support the people and pets who use it. Popular options include the following: Composite decking: Low-maintenance with a wood-like appearance Concrete, brick, or stone: Hard-wearing but may chip over time Pine: A soft yet resilient natural wood

Vinyl flooring and engineered wood are also options for those porches with more weather protection. Consider upgrading to a higher quality product, such as those with a warp-free design meant to be used outdoors. Be sure to check manufacturer recommendations for the use of any flooring material outside of your home, even on a closed-in porch.