Maybe you’re seeking a private space for a backyard retreat or apatio,deck, orbalcony.

An outdoor privacy screen gives you personal space away from the view of neighbors or passers-by.

Check out this gallery of creative solutions to gain privacy in your backyard or outdoor living space.

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A chalk paint will also give you a more subtle weathered finish as opposed to a satin finish.

Install beams horizontally to create anaesthetically pleasing privacy wall.

Add hooks and nails for hanging a hammock, storing blankets, or to add some summery art.

Gravel Patio and Outdoor Furniture

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Painting the wall black helps to make the greenery-woven ladders stand out even more.

Obviously don’t consider replacing your garage door with drapes, however lovely the fabric may be.

While traditional and always popular, formal rectilinear-clipped and trimmed hedges are not your only option.

Home by polly privacy fence

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Think about planting rows of tall cactus or something else that grows tall and wide.

At the same time, the view from the outdoor dining table features these tropical plants.

It could also be used toconceal a patioor spa area.

bamboo in yard

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A project like this can be completed over a weekend.

A neutral beige fence makes the white umbrella, black table, and pink pillows pop.

A large piece of shrubbery keeps the siding from standing out too much.

Julian Porcino privacy fence

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Some culms shoot up to their full height (30 feet or more) in one growing season.

Bamboo spreads two different ways: by running or clumping.

As the name implies, running bamboo runs wild, while clumping is more likely to stay contained.

Calimia Home privacy fence

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A small banana tree, pink geraniums, and potted palms provide more color and plantlife.

it’s possible for you to place a backyard privacy screen anywhere that feels exposed.

If you’re adding a fence to your yard, most likely, you will need a permit.

Gabriel Perez cactus privacy wall

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Check with your local building department for zoning and regulations.

There is no single best material for an outdoor privacy screen.

The best choice for you depends on your needs, budget, and aesthetics.

SUSAP instagram privacy curtain

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Consider bamboo for an affordable, sustainable choice.

fence with shrubs

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Cake and confetti privacy ferns

Cake and Confetti

SUSAP privacy fence

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trash container fence

Lisa Hallett Taylor

Modern house vibes privacy fence

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living privacy fence

Tall cypress trees evenly spaced give this garden a Mediterranean charm.Lisa Hallett Taylor

Mindy Gayer privacy fence

Designed byMindy Gayer/ Photographed by Lane Dittoe

Ann living tall grasses bamboo privacy screen

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mexican courtyard patio

Lisa Hallett Taylor

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Emily Bowser forEmily Henderson Design/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

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