Privacy Ideas to Create a Beautiful Backyard Sanctuary

There’s nothing better than enjoying the peaceful relaxation of a beautiful, private backyard. While it may seem hard, improving your backyards privacy doesn’t need to be difficult. With the right privacy fence ideas, creating a beautiful backyard space can be easy.

Trees, fences and screens are options that can suit all backyards and will let you enjoy your home and garden without being distracted or interrupted. Not only can a privacy fence improve your backyard’s beauty, it can also add value to your home and protect it.

Slat Fencing

One of the best ways to improve your backyard’s privacy is by installing slat fencing. This popular type of fence is relatively cheap and can help to protect your property from unwanted attention. Slat fencing is normally made from powder-coated aluminium and when paired with a gate creates a clean, modern look.

Slat fencing can be arranged vertically or horizontally and comes in a wide range of colours, making it a flexible option for a variety of backyard settings. It also has the benefit of allowing sunlight to easily filter through, meaning that unlike solid fencing it won’t put nearby plants in the shade.

Garden Screens

Garden screening is a great option for those who want to improve the look of their backyard while adding more privacy. Garden screening is usually quite light and so is best applied to fencing that is already in place. Screening can come in a variety of different styles, including:

Timber lattice’s

Timber lattice’s are made of light wood and can add a rustic feel to your backyard. They are normally attached above fencing to add extra height and to protect privacy. Because of their crosshatched pattern, timber lattice’s can also support vines and other climbing plants, adding a beautiful natural look.

Natural bamboo style screening

Wooden or bamboo style screening is an inexpensive way to improve your fencing and give your backyard a more natural feel. This type of screening is lighter and is typically sold in rolls, which makes it easy to install. Wooden style screening is a popular choice as it can improve the privacy of existing fences without much additional effort.

Ornamental panels

Ornamental or decorative panels are sold individually and are normally quite large. They are typically made of metal with patterns carved into them. While also helping to protect your privacy, they can add a stylish and modern look to your backyard.

Infill Fencing

Infill fencing is traditionally seen at the front of homes and defines any fence which is set up between masonry posts. Infill fencing can be solid or have gaps, vertical or horizontal and be made of metal, wood or other materials. It is also typically stronger and more secure than other fencing options.

Popular examples of infill fencing include wrought ironwork with spiked tips. This design can be a beautiful addition to your backyard and add an elegant charm to garden areas.

The benefit of infill fencing is that it can protect your property while also remaining aesthetically pleasing. However, infill fences are not normally designed to protect privacy and may not meet standards in this regard.

Trees, Bushes and Hedges

One of the best options for backyard privacy is to simply build up your garden. Large, soft evergreen trees such as Italian cypress and arborvitae can add height and privacy to the borders of your backyard. Smaller bushes and shrubs can also be used to fill in gaps or soften the look of harder fencing.

Hedges are another great option for improving backyard privacy. While more difficult to install, they require only occasional upkeep and can add a beautiful, uniform backdrop to your property. Planting rows of bamboo can create a similar effect to a hedge, as if they are planted nearby they will quickly grow into a solid screen.

With the right ideas in place, your backyard can easily be transformed into a beautiful private sanctuary. Which ideas will you use? Let us know in the comments below.

Authors Bio:

This article was written by Daniel Defendi, who writes for Fencemakers in Perth, the backyard specialists. You can catch him on Google+ to discuss this piece.