What's a Privacy Fence?
Privacy fences serve as a barrier between your property and neighboring properties, while also offering a sense of security. They’re beneficial for securing pools, patios and hot tubs in your backyard. Privacy fences also offer curb appeal and can serve as a physical boundary for your property. There are a variety of privacy fence to choose from. If you have some intermediate DIY skills, you can tackle this project. If you prefer to leave it to the professionals, we can install it for you.
There are a number of factors to consider when selecting a fence, including the type, the size of your space and your budget. Additionally, different materials offer various benefits to your yard, such as height, visibility and security. If you’re building the fence for security purposes, ensure that it's tall enough to conceal your space and durable enough to withstand the elements for years to come.
Privacy Panels
Fence panels are the easiest way to build a privacy fence without starting from scratch. These convenient preassembled sections need to be anchored with posts and joined together. There are several materials and style options to choose from including wood, vinyl and metal. Let's explore each type and the different styles to enhance your curb appeal.
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Different Types & Styles
The most popular types of privacy fences for homeowners are picket fences, luxury wood fences, simple and decorative vinyl fences and aluminum-vinyl hybrid fences. Let's explore the different types to match your home's aesthetic.
Wood Fences
Wood fences blend well with your natural outdoor living space but must be maintained. Here are a few types.
- Picket-style fences use pressure-treated lumber. The pickets are placed close together to ensure privacy.
- Solid board fence panels are perfect for protecting your privacy, but it's a project for more experienced DIYers.
- Board-on-board fences are also great for privacy and feature tall panels.
- Luxury wood fences have either a lattice shadow box design near the top or a curving top rail for a stylish finish.
Vinyl Fences
Vinyl fencing is extremely durable, low maintenance and easy to clean. The privacy fence panels are tall and allow you to effectively keep any pets or children safe and secure in the backyard. This is great for surrounding a pool or patio area.
- Decorative vinyl is a lot like luxury wood fencing. The panels are ultra-tall and have ornamental top rails.
- Vinyl fencing is available in various colors including: white, off-white, brown and gray.
- There are newer styles that combine vinyl with metal accents for a more modern look.
Metal Fences
Metal fences are very durable, more affordable than wood and require less maintenance.
- Metal fences offer a modern look and can be mixed with other materials for a stylish finish.
- Metal fences with wood posts are popular because they add an element of style and security with a sturdy foundation.
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Privacy Fence Ideas
When it comes to a privacy fence, you can stylize it as you would for any other space on your property. Here are a few enhancements that you can make.
Add an Arbor to Your Entryway
Adding an arbor to your fence can enhance the look of your garden and provide an elegant entryway. Arbors are available in wood, PVC and metal to complement the fence. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they can be used to support vines and provide shade for outdoor gatherings. Additionally, they work well as borders around seasonal gardens and patios.
Paint Your Privacy Fence
Paint or stain your fence to complement your home's exterior. It also provides an added layer of defense against adverse weather conditions and protects against premature wood rot. By ensuring the wood is sealed, it'll prolong the life of your fence.
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Add Vines to Your Fence
Vines offer an additional barrier and can enhance the beauty of your fence and home's exterior. Wood or metal railings and posts are great for supporting vining plants. Choose from different varieties of ivy, jasmine and clematis for a beautiful (and sometimes fragrant) effect.
Let's Get Started
Privacy fences add a layer of security and protection to your home, while also enhancing your curb appeal. There are the three different types of fence panels to choose from including wood, vinyl and metal.
Wood Fences
Wood is a great choice because it can be painted or stained any color to match your home's exterior. However, it requires the most maintenance of the three types in order to prevent damage. The most popular types of wood privacy fences include picket-style, solid board fence panel or board-on-board fences.
Vinyl Fences
Vinyl is one of the most affordable and durable selections. The fence panels are tall, keeping children and pets safe and secure. Decorative vinyl panels have ornamental top rails and come in numerous colors including white, off-white, gray and brown.
Metal Fences
Metal fence panels are more affordable and require less maintenance compared to wood. You can mix metal with other materials for a modern look.
If you're ready to choose your privacy fence, shop online or visit your local Lowe's. Once you've selected your fence, we can install it for you.