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Chain link fences may be sturdy, but they don't offer a lot of privacy. Rather than replacing your fence, covering the chain links is the cheapest and most effective way to stop anyone from seeing in or out. No matter what budget you’re working with, there are multiple options that help add privacy to your fence. Keep reading, and we’ll cover the most cost-effective ways to increase privacy and how to install each option.
Things You Should Know
- Cover your fence with a mesh windscreen for the cheapest and quickest option. For a more attractive option, weave slats or privacy tape through the links.
- Secure a bamboo or reed screen across your chain link fence using zip ties. Or, install a wooden fence panel between the fence posts for more durability.
- Plant climbing vines, shrubs, or hedges along the perimeter of your fence to grow in a natural privacy barrier.
Steps
Expert Q&A
- QuestionWhat other options do I have?Ryaan TuttleRyaan Tuttle is a Home Improvement Specialist and the CEO of Best Handyman, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts. With over 17 years of experience, he specializes in building home service businesses, focusing on creating scalable and efficient brands. With the help of his global team, the companies have achieved over 10+ million in sales and received recognition through magazine features, and enjoy partnerships with How.com.vn and Jobber field service software. Boston Magazine and LocalBest.com have named Best Handyman Boston the Best Handyman in Boston. Ryaan holds Construction Supervisor and Home Improvement Contractor Licenses.
Home Improvement SpecialistYou can call a fence company and have them come put a bunch of slats in the fence for you. You could also do some feature wood on there. Another option is taking some nice lattice work and zip tying it to the fence. Then you could stain or paint it.
Tips
- Some cities and areas have regulations or restrictions for building fences. Contact your city’s zoning department and ask if you need a permit before making any additions to your fence.[19]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.fencescreen.com/spec-files/4/200-series-privacy-screen-plus.pdf
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- ↑ https://chainlinkprivacyslats.com/pdf/Pexco%20PDS%20Fence%20Weave%20Product%20Sheet.pdf
- ↑ https://youtu.be/AzrH0vMyCkY?t=27
- ↑ https://youtu.be/CWlgTVPpZnk?t=38
- ↑ https://www.fencescreen.com/spec-files/76/211-series-evergreen-hedge-spec.pdf
- ↑ https://www.fencescreen.com/Resources/Documents/Natra-Hedge-Install-Instructions.pdf
- ↑ https://youtu.be/j4sdVvIELmg?t=33
- ↑ https://youtu.be/jELXELdEMLQ?t=422
- ↑ https://youtu.be/BraQ3KLPUQc?t=304
- ↑ https://www.southernliving.com/garden/vines/climbing-vines
- ↑ https://naturalearning.org/naturalizing-chain-link-fences/
- ↑ https://www.southernliving.com/garden/vines/english-ivy
- ↑ https://dot.ca.gov/-/media/dot-media/programs/design/documents/1997-plant-spacing-and-setback-guide-a11y.pdf
- ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/fences/21014889/a-private-matter
- ↑ https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/yard-garden/hedges-7-208/
- ↑ https://raleighnc.gov/permits/services/residential-fences
About This Article
Chain-link fences don’t give you much privacy, but there are some simple ways you can prevent prying eyes from peaking into your garden. You could try planting evergreen shrubs or bushes, such as arborvitae, along the fence. These plants won’t lose their leaves in winter, which means you’ll get year round coverage. Alternatively, purchase a bamboo fence from a gardening store or online. You can install the bamboo by attaching it to the top and bottom of your chain-link fence with wire ties. If you’re feeling more ambitious, try making a wooden-slatted privacy panel. You’ll need to cut planks of wood to size and nail them together. Then, attach your panel to the fence with pipe rail ties. For tips on how to cut the wood for your privacy panel, read on!
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