![]() ![]() I just recently learned about retractable side awnings…these seem pretty cool. The downside to this option is that all that wood will need to be stained or sealed periodically to help maintain it and promote its longevity.īonus Deck Privacy Idea– Get a Retractable Side Awning The good thing about this option is that the solid railing would make it hard to see what was happening on the deck if people are sitting down. (This is the same deck as the above picture but a different angle.) Then they tucked their barbeque into this space to have a little grilling station.ġ1) Solid Deck Railing…like a wood privacy fence around your deck Solid deck railing with lattice topperĪt my parents previous house they basically built a wood fence as their deck railing, then had a lattice topper to break up the monotony of the solid wood. (It really looks more like a deck privacy wall.) You can see they built it taller than the rest of the deck railing. When asked why they added this, they said that portion of the deck looked directly at the neighbor’s back door. (See the red arrow in the picture above.) To add some privacy to their deck my parents built a privacy screen to partially enclose a section of their deck. You don’t it to fall over while you’re out there enjoying yourself.ġ0) Elevated Deck Privacy Screen made of wood Deck privacy screen – almost like a privacy wall You’ll just have to make sure you secure the privacy wall to your deck or railings. Position it to best obstruct the “neighbor of concern”.Įven though the photo below doesn’t show the corrugated metal privacy panel set up on a deck, it gives you a real good idea what you could accomplish with corrugated metal.Ī post shared by Maxton Panel LUX Distributor could create an amazing deck privacy wall using some corrugated metal panels and a wood frame. The company below does something similar, but instead of installing the panels all the way around your railing, they built a metal privacy screen. Sure looks cool though and provides excellent privacy. It would get hot to the touch and probably increase the temperature of your seating area by radiating heat. ![]() Regardless, they would both be quick to install once you’ve got the wooden frame built. To be honest though, I can’t remember if this particular patio was corrugated metal panels, or corrugated plastic. (So good privacy if you’re sitting on your deck.) It obstructs 100% of the view from the deck rail down. It got me thinking that perhaps this could work on your deck as well. I came across this raised balcony in front of a local restaurant. ![]() Plus, a roll-down privacy screen can work well too if you have something to mount it to. You could also use white sheer curtains to provide some privacy to our outdoor area. These are a good option to provide some shade and get you out of the direct sunlight. The photo above is an popular outdoor curtain available on Amazon.īut you would need an overhead structure – or build something to hold the curtain rods. Hanging outdoor curtains can help add privacy to your raised deck, and do it in a hurry. I guess the downside though is that if it did blow over you’d have soil to clean up. Whereas other freestanding screens may blow over in the wind. What I like about an option like this is that weight of the potting soil will help weigh it down. I found this cool privacy screen on Amazon. Get a climbing plant and let it grow up to create a living wall. The cedar planter box and privacy screen combo shown above would be a great way to add privacy to your deck (whether you have a current railing or not). They provide a modern look while still using natural wood. If you own one of the businesses for which I’ve used your Instagram photo still in this article – and you do not want the free publicity please let me know and I’ll remove it.Ī post shared by I N S I D E O U T of these examples don’t completely block out your deck, but they will obscure sight-lines while still allowing your deck to feel open and airy. Updated March 2023: I added some more privacy ideas, and I have removed some Instagram photos from this article. For more information please see the Disclosure page. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click a link and buy something I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This article highlights 11 options to add privacy to your raised deck including: These deck privacy ideas will help make your deck more comfortable and relaxing knowing you aren’t on display anymore. Are you wondering how to make your raised deck more private? It is a great question because you don’t want your neighbors to see your every move.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |