Decking Privacy Ideas: Ways to Improve the Look of Yard

Decking Privacy Ideas for Outdoor Space

If you are a homeowner whose house is positioned with lots of other houses overlooking your garden, you may be wondering how to make your outdoor space more private. Or maybe you just prefer to have a more secluded space to relax in to create a serene escape for you and your family.

Whatever the reason, there are many different ways you can add privacy to your outdoor area; we have compiled a list of the various ways you can do so whilst also adding aesthetic appeal to the space.

Fencing

A simple option that might come to mind is by adding fencing in your garden to provide more privacy to the space. There are many different styles of fencing tall or short and even with patterns incorporated to simultaneously add style and privacy.

When adding privacy to your garden, you don’t have to compromise on appearance, as there are so many different options available on the market to suit all styles and interiors. If you prefer a more traditional look to your garden, choose wooden fencing which will provide a natural appearance that will blend into your existing surroundings and plants.

The good thing about opting for wood fencing is that you can paint or varnish it any colour your desire that will perfectly match your garden and be the exact colour you are looking for. Alternatively, there are many other materials available which will all provide different look and feel to your space such as metal, composite and even stone. To provide more depth to the space mix different colours, textures and materials.

Fencing doesn’t just have to be separating your garden from your neighbours, fencing can also be utilised to separate other areas in your garden to create areas for specific purposes such as dining areas or seating areas.

Bushes/Tall Trees

If you are aiming to add more privacy to your garden without making it too obvious or if you just want it to look as natural as possible and don’t want to spend a lot of money on fencing, a simple and cheaper way to add privacy is by planting tall trees and bushes. This option is great because you can do it yourself and can carefully choose each tree or plant to perfectly match your aesthetic and give the desired appearance. If you are trying to achieve a more tropical feel to provide a serene and secluded escape in your garden, opt for more tropical trees and plants that will help to do this.

Some types of plants and trees that are commonly used to cover fencing and provide privacy are cypress trees, bamboo, palm trees and birch trees. Another option is to add trellises and fences and plant vines and climbing plants that will provide privacy without being an eye sore. This option is particularly easy and cheaper than many of the other options available as you can even build up structures out of wood yourself to wrap vines and climbing plants around.

Where possible, aim to add multiple different types of plants and trees to add aesthetic appeal. You could even choose bushes and plants that will add a pop of colour to your space to enhance the area, or fruit bushes to grow fruit for you and your family to enjoy.

Pergola/ Shade

Many homeowners opt to add shaded areas and covered areas in their garden for more privacy. One way to do this is through the use of pergolas or build structures over areas of the garden you want to be more private. This method will also provide shade for your garden from rain or shine, meaning you will be able to utilise the space all year round. There are hundreds of different styles, materials and sizes of pergolas available on the market to suit every homeowners garden no matter their aesthetic.

If you are someone who is handy and prefers DIY projects, you can even create your own pergola with wood material. A pergola is great at providing privacy for specific areas within your space, for example if you have a seating area you would prefer to be more private, add a pergola to do the job.

Additionally, you can even add climbing plants around your pergola to add more privacy and also add aesthetic appeal.

Summer House

For maximum privacy, add a shed or summer house to your garden where you can relax in without the worry of prying eyes.

Many customers add summer houses to their garden to be able to host garden parties in summer, and add bars or entertainment features for the ultimate hosting area. Summer houses can be as simple or as extravagant as desired, and can range drastically when it comes to budget.

Some homeowners even build their own summer houses from wood to bring the cost of the project down. Summer houses are a great option if you have children living in your home and want somewhere for them to play without messing up your home as you can utilise summer houses as play areas.

This is also a great option if you want private spaces for hobbies such as painting, writing or playing instruments where you might need privacy and quiet from your home.

Conclusion

There are many different ways you can add privacy to your garden spaces, make sure you shop around to compare various options and opt for the best method for aesthetic purposes and to fit your budget. From smaller options such as simply planting trees and bushes to constructing entire summer houses for a mini home outside your home for maximum privacy, there are so many options to choose from.

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