10 privacy fence ideas for your yard

This wood privacy fence on the deck of @revealmydiy’s home looks beautiful all on its own, but the built-in planter boxes really make it stand out.

They made the planters themselves with PVC boards that they painted in the same colour as the deck.

Check out our wall-mounted planter project.

Here’s another deck privacy fence, from @nickscustomwoodworks, in a distinctive herringbone pattern. The diagonal lines look great and the thin space between slats keeps the deck area secluded.

Try this DIY privacy screen.

Using the existing posts on her old fence, @awesomestower built this modern horizontal-slat fence to give her yard a new look.

When deciding on the spacing between the slats, remember that the smaller the space, the more privacy you’ll have. For this fence, they opted for about 10mm spacing. That allows adequate airflow without anyone seeing through into the yard.

Needing a solution to hide her “ugly side yard,” @thedecormama built this lovely privacy fence and planter in one! The horizontal slats feature engineered wood siding cut into strips with a table saw. And the potted plants offer a delightful finishing touch, mounted to the fence with these clever pot holders.

Laser-cut steel privacy screens, like this one from @rooftopiachicago, offer seclusion while letting light filter through with a decorative flourish.

For an affordable privacy fence, consider corrugated metal. It’s a lot more budget-friendly than wood in these times of high timber prices. Plus, the zinc coating of galvanised corrugated metal helps it resist rust and weathering.

Just remember: The higher the gauge, the thinner the metal. Look for no more than 29 gauge for a sturdy fence. This wood and corrugated metal fence from @mycountrylife_idaho offers that casual farmhouse vibe.

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The tropical look of bamboo fencing will make you feel like you’re on holiday in your backyard! This patio privacy fence from @terracebythecoast features bamboo fence panels similar to these.

Learn the dos and don’t about planting bamboo for privacy.

For absolute privacy and security, it doesn’t get much better than a gap-free, solid steel fence, like this one from @durabond.steel.fence.supply. Steel fences last for decades and are essentially maintenance-free.

This two-tone, modern privacy fence by @mgcdecks combines a white rendered wall with a wood topper made from horizontal wooden planks. The contrasting colours and textures turn the fence into a focal point for the yard and provide a lovely backdrop for the nearby plants.

Nothing but good vibes and summer fun on this cosy pool deck from @kira_turner. The horizontal slat fence keeps pool time relaxing and private, and we love the addition of the cheeky metal sign. Alternating wide and narrow boards adds another layer of visual interest. Bonus points for that chic black and white stripe umbrella!

Learn how to install a pool fence.

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Source: Family Handyman