Disguising an AC/heater unit
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William on Jul 07, 2016You could put up plastic lattice panels where the existing fence is. Just make sure you don't block the air flow from the ac. Its recommended any structures be at least three feet from the unit.Helpful Reply
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Valerie on Jul 07, 2016I like William's idea of plastic lattice panels. Another suggestion would be to put plant containers that look like window boxes on top of the pavers, outside the existing fence. You could then plant some pretty flowers in them and trail them up the existing fence.Helpful Reply
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MaryAnn B on Jul 07, 2016You can make a screen using old shutters. You can match the shutters you have on your house now. Looks like you have lots of clearance for air circulation.Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Jul 07, 2016I agree with the white lattice panels for disguising the a/c unit. And I would make container plantings in various heights to more or less not draw attention the the lattice but to the plants.Helpful Reply
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Melanie Juhler Nuffer on Jul 07, 2016I would use a long rectangular planter and put in ornamental grassesHelpful Reply
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Johnchip on Jul 08, 2016Paint it to match house color. Put a nice 'sculptural piece' of old metal railing or fencing and let it be. You might consider putting some nice large stones/rocks that match the stone wall randomly in the space. Maybe add a decorative grass that will 'move' with the breeze it creates.Helpful Reply
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Joan Williams on Jul 08, 2016I've hidden two units over the years. The first with plastic lattice. The second unit I used old beaten up shutters. Some of the slats were missing, so I took out some additional slats, painted the shutters & planted a climbing vine.Helpful Reply
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Lynn Palmatier on Jul 08, 2016You could purchase the replacement slats from your local home improvement store and cut to the height that will hide the unit. I personally like having the alternating slat fence so the air flow is maintained. Some kind of living fence would also be nice. Just remember that clematis will go dormant and loose it leaves during the winter. They also like to have their roots kept cool (rocks or other plants) Some tall flowers or grasses would hide the fence during the summer and having the fence (picket or slat) would be a great place to place a wreath and likes at Christmas.Helpful Reply
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Apache on Jul 09, 2016You can eliminate the lattice completely. I would paint all the outside mechanical items to match the house paint as Johnchip suggested. Then I would buy plastic planters (they're cheaper) in various heights and spray paint them in bright colors. Next plant them with your favorite flowers and grasses. Ornamental cabbage is beautiful for filling the base below the flowers. This will hide the ac without a lot of expense or work. Change the flowers seasonally. Once I even used fake flowers, they weather well for a year. I get mine from the dollar store and get many compliments. This option is good for black thumb or very busy people because there's no maintenance.Helpful Reply
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Michelle on Aug 28, 2016Create a repurpose white picket fence, leave plain white, decorate it, attach plants in little pots, hang decor, use mirror, etc. all found on this site!Helpful Reply
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