It's me again...just trying to come up with a new idea...I am wondering if
some type of wood "paneling" or fencing can be installed upon your existing
railing...It would be solid, and could match the color of your deck, if you wanted it
to...It would not have to be super tall...maybe the height of the current lattice...or
if not solid, then maybe that type of fencing that has staggered planks to give
privacy but let the air in...Can you perhaps consult a carpenter, or your "home"
store? And with the plants, you could also consider large pots/containers of flowers or vines sitting on your deck, with growth reaching up or into/onto the fencing...A whole other idea would be to use outdoor material to create a curtain
No, I don't have photos...All I can suggest for that would be to Google up
whichever part of what I said interests you...I HAVE seen pictures of the
curtain idea online...in random places...sometimes in patio photos. I would just have a good talk with
the home store people...even without photos...Our neighbors have the
fencing I mentioned with the staggered planks...Every other plank, or so, is set back from the other. What could be the best thing for you MIGHT be that you
just replace your back railing with a higher structure, whatever style it might be.
Do not underestimate Google...use any combo of words and something will come up, or just ask very direct questions. Another idea would be to look online for deck installers, and talk with them.
Many people have your problem. Find out what others are doing.
Something else occurs to me to tell you...like someone else mentioned:
Trees. I have a couple examples from what my own experiences.
In a home my family lived in, there was no fence. My dad planted a row of
poplar trees at the back border. Also, a neighbor of ours planted smallish
fur trees at random places around their yard...the ones on the borders were
very effective in giving them privacy. Obviously, any trees will take time to
grow enough to provide good privacy. But, the fur trees are already pretty full
anyway when they are new. So it might be a good idea to also talk with a landscaper...at least, to get some ideas. Or go online looking at shade or border trees. At our current home, we planted honey locust trees outside of our deck. ...They are in their
2nd year and they are growing so well that they already do give us more privacy.
One other idea is to plant a hedge, maybe at the border of your yard...you can grow it as high as you want...The last idea I have at the moment is to install as high of a fence as you can around your yard. I will look at some homes around here to see more of people's creativity on this. So you might hear from me if I think of something else.
Renata, I took sheer cotton panels & dyed them a fresh light blue. I hung them on the pvc lattice using super small cup hooks and a 4ft long 3/16" wood dowels (hooks on lattice & ends of dowels).
I had a 4' high, 16' long micro lattice to cover. The curtains took away the "stark" look & provided ambience. If you use candles on your deck, the curtains can be anchored at the bottom the same way w/wood dowel using command hooks to make it safer.
Unfortunately Renata 99% of all the photos I had were lost from water flooding my storage facility. I'll see if I can't find something similar online for you & post when I do.
I agree painting the lattice a color to blend and make sturdy on the sides to hang small plants or outside art decor. Have the same situation only it is my neighbor who put up the white lattice for privacy ..
I just thought being a renter you really dont want to invest too much money and taking the sharpness out from the white would be a huge difference. I would also try to attach some flowers boxes and grow a good flowering vine such as clematis (a perrenial) or morning glorys (an annual)
Unfortunately Renata 99% of all the photos I had were lost from water flooding my storage facility. I'll see if I can't find something similar online for you & post when I do.
I can't tell for sure how high your deck is but you might consider Rose of Sharon bushes, the tall narrow variety not the ones that get 6' wide. They grow quickly to about 8' -10' high and 3' -4' wide. For privacy you could plant them about 3' apart or it might look nice to intermix them with evergreens. They come in many colors including red that will attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Many of my neighbors have planted Leland Cypress, and they grew so tall and wide that they had to be removed, even with occasional trimming. Natural wood lattice can be dressed up with planters that come in the shape of large ladles or half pots, which would add color and beauty at the same time.
Whether you live in a quiet neighborhood or noises areas, it is essential to protect your home from prying eyes. Privacy fencing effectively contains small children and pets in your outdoor space while providing a barrier to wild animals and strangers. White fencing is a great way to provide security without sacrificing curb appeal. But if you don’t have white fencing, what alternative you can use for privacy? Here are some options you can use instead of white fencing for privacy purposes.Picket fencing is a great alternative to white fencing. From pointed picket fence to rustic, white picket fence blends well in beachside and cottage environment. It is also easy to maintain and re-painted. Apart from this, you can use wood fencing as it is less expensive to install and purchase while offering many design options, including a classic look.
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I always like the idea of decorating with tall plants or trees for privacy.
I would consider painting or staining the existing white lattice,
AND hanging some planters of flowers and/or vines on it...
Natural wood lattice
Believe this is the avenue we will be taking
It's me again...just trying to come up with a new idea...I am wondering if
some type of wood "paneling" or fencing can be installed upon your existing
railing...It would be solid, and could match the color of your deck, if you wanted it
to...It would not have to be super tall...maybe the height of the current lattice...or
if not solid, then maybe that type of fencing that has staggered planks to give
privacy but let the air in...Can you perhaps consult a carpenter, or your "home"
store? And with the plants, you could also consider large pots/containers of flowers or vines sitting on your deck, with growth reaching up or into/onto the fencing...A whole other idea would be to use outdoor material to create a curtain
effect...(?)
No, I don't have photos...All I can suggest for that would be to Google up
whichever part of what I said interests you...I HAVE seen pictures of the
curtain idea online...in random places...sometimes in patio photos. I would just have a good talk with
the home store people...even without photos...Our neighbors have the
fencing I mentioned with the staggered planks...Every other plank, or so, is set back from the other. What could be the best thing for you MIGHT be that you
just replace your back railing with a higher structure, whatever style it might be.
Do not underestimate Google...use any combo of words and something will come up, or just ask very direct questions. Another idea would be to look online for deck installers, and talk with them.
Many people have your problem. Find out what others are doing.
Check out bamboo fencing. You can get bamboo reed or larger bamboo sticks and it comes in different heights.
Something else occurs to me to tell you...like someone else mentioned:
Trees. I have a couple examples from what my own experiences.
In a home my family lived in, there was no fence. My dad planted a row of
poplar trees at the back border. Also, a neighbor of ours planted smallish
fur trees at random places around their yard...the ones on the borders were
very effective in giving them privacy. Obviously, any trees will take time to
grow enough to provide good privacy. But, the fur trees are already pretty full
anyway when they are new. So it might be a good idea to also talk with a landscaper...at least, to get some ideas. Or go online looking at shade or border trees. At our current home, we planted honey locust trees outside of our deck. ...They are in their
2nd year and they are growing so well that they already do give us more privacy.
One other idea is to plant a hedge, maybe at the border of your yard...you can grow it as high as you want...The last idea I have at the moment is to install as high of a fence as you can around your yard. I will look at some homes around here to see more of people's creativity on this. So you might hear from me if I think of something else.
You might try hedges.
already planted trees will take a few years to grow
Renata, I took sheer cotton panels & dyed them a fresh light blue. I hung them on the pvc lattice using super small cup hooks and a 4ft long 3/16" wood dowels (hooks on lattice & ends of dowels).
I had a 4' high, 16' long micro lattice to cover. The curtains took away the "stark" look & provided ambience. If you use candles on your deck, the curtains can be anchored at the bottom the same way w/wood dowel using command hooks to make it safer.
Just by painting the lattice a color to blend in will be a big difference
I agree painting the lattice a color to blend and make sturdy on the sides to hang small plants or outside art decor. Have the same situation only it is my neighbor who put up the white lattice for privacy ..
I would suggest what I have done in my yard, hiding a chain link fence:
use artificial ivey. Plastic, natural looking, long lastIng. Bought some from
QVC recently to cover ugly cable provider box in front yard.
Pictures please
I just thought being a renter you really dont want to invest too much money and taking the sharpness out from the white would be a huge difference. I would also try to attach some flowers boxes and grow a good flowering vine such as clematis (a perrenial) or morning glorys (an annual)
Unfortunately Renata 99% of all the photos I had were lost from water flooding my storage facility. I'll see if I can't find something similar online for you & post when I do.
Thank you.
I can't tell for sure how high your deck is but you might consider Rose of Sharon bushes, the tall narrow variety not the ones that get 6' wide. They grow quickly to about 8' -10' high and 3' -4' wide. For privacy you could plant them about 3' apart or it might look nice to intermix them with evergreens. They come in many colors including red that will attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Many of my neighbors have planted Leland Cypress, and they grew so tall and wide that they had to be removed, even with occasional trimming. Natural wood lattice can be dressed up with planters that come in the shape of large ladles or half pots, which would add color and beauty at the same time.
Wow did not know that!
You can make a privacy fence by planting and having your own green privacy screen, or by placing potted plants or you can use small wooden planks.
I would grow some vining plants to disguise it.