You may have a fabulous home, but your neighbors probably don’t. Or they park their RV in the alley, or there is that fabulous neighbor you call the freeway…In any case, no matter where you live an outdoor privacy screen may not be such a bad idea.
This post may contain affiliate links*We found these two easy DIY outdoor privacy screens that you can make in a weekend.
Privacy screen idea: Framed lattice
This first privacy screen is made by framing a piece of lattice with some metal braces and 2x4s. The 2x4s come down the sides to form legs. Secure the front legs into pots with cement. Then fill the rest of the pot with potting soil and flowers. Try growing clematis and moon flowers in the pot and train them to grow up the lattice.
Privacy screen idea: Ivy frame
You can also use a wood frame and twine to train bean plants and ivy to grow on. The lattice will have some privacy gaps at first, but once the ivy grows in, you’ll have nice protection from your neighbors.
First, make frames from 2x4s and screw them into your fence. Then, add hooks on the inside of the frame and weave twine in between the hooks. The twine is the structure for your plants. Once the plants mature, they will help hide an odious view of your neighbor’s RV.
See more DIY privacy ideas around the web:
- DIY Network’s Chicken-wire Privacy Screen
- Modern privacy screen from Garden Gate
- HGTV’s budget-friendly privacy screen
You may also like this free pallet fence idea.
Best privacy screens on Amazon
If the DIY route fills you with dread, here are some inexpensive privacy screens you can get on Amazon.
- STYLISH NATURAL WOOD: This FSC…
- MULTIPURPOSE PRIVACY SCREEN: Our…
- EASY TO ASSEMBLE: Using only a…
- FREESTANDING OR SURFACE MOUNTED:…
- DIMENSIONS: Once assembled, your…
- Stylish Outdoor Privacy Solution:…
- Stylish Outdoor Privacy Solution:…
- Durable Metal Construction: Crafted…
- Versatile Privacy Fence: Whether…
- Functional Decor: Beyond its…
- Sturdy Construction – Constructed…
- Aesthetic Enhancement – Featuring a…
- Quick Assembly – Measuring 3FT x…
- Multi-functional Use – The fence…
- Hide Unsightly Areas – These…
- Perfectly Protect Your Yard…
- High Quality Material: Made of…
- Wide Range of Applications: Not…
- Easy to Install: Installation is…
- Warranty: 3 Years Limited Warranty…
- Details: Artificial ivy wall is 120…
- Application:The fence covering…
- Our artificial ivy vine leaf use…
- We fold it up because of the need…
- Please feel free to contact us if…
- 【Premium Material】This side…
- 【Privacy Protection】The…
- 【Retractable】The retractable…
- 【Easy Installation】First fix…
- 【Special Design】The support bar…
- Move and Store Freely：This 3…
- High Quality & Durable Fabric: UV…
- Freestanding-Double hinged…
- Easy to install:Include instruction…
- Support: If there is any part…
- Product Size: 6.2*4 inch. Decorate…
- Material: Laser-cut galvanized…
- Different Patterns for Your Choice….
- Muti-purpose Privacy Screen:…
- What You Get: All the accessories…
- SUSTAINABLE: Jumbo reed fencing is…
- NATURAL: Create a natural tropical…
- VERSATILE: Decorative Premium Jumbo…
- EASY INSTALLATION: Install Natural…
- MEASUREMENT: Our Natural Jumbo Reed…
jeaniene
Sunday 26th of July 2015
what was the size of the pots and how much cement did you use?
Gussie
Monday 28th of March 2011
Id like a material list and directions for the first privacy fence on this page...how do I get them.