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6 garden screening ideas to create privacy and block out eyesores

Transform your yard. - by Livia Gamble
  • 27 Nov 2023

If you’re looking for garden screening ideas, you’ve come to the right place.

WATCH: An outdoor reno with garden screen ideas

A garden screen blocks part of your garden to create a more secluded and private outdoor space, which is becoming more important as people are living closer together. 

Not just for privacy, garden screens can also act as windbreaks, protecting the yard from strong winds and creating a more comfortable outdoor environment to enjoy with friends and family. Additionally, a garden screen can provide shade, helping to control sun exposure and temperature.

Beyond their practical uses, garden screens contribute to the overall aesthetics of your space. In some cases, a garden screen can hide an eye sore, enhancing your garden's visual appeal. 

To help you get started, we've rounded up six garden screen ideas and how to put them together. Each tutorial shows you how to build a secure backyard garden screen.

Here are 6 garden screening ideas

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1. How to build a Merbau screen

Whether you need extra privacy or to hide an eyesore, a Merbau screen will tick all the boxes and add an extra dimension to elevate your space.

Get the tutorial.

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2. Panelled privacy screen

Using off-the-shelf panels, you can add a freestanding garden screen to a corner of your garden or install posts to screen off the side of a patio or verandah. 

Get the tutorial.

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3. Slatted privacy screen

Hide amenity buildings, such as a laundry or a garage, with a screen or two featuring a handy shelf and plant window!

Get the tutorial.

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4. How to screen a rubbish bin

Hide your motley row of wheelie bins behind a stylish spotted gum screen.

Get the tutorial.

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5. How to build a deck screen

Tired of living in full view of your neighbours?  If you would like a little privacy, simply install a deck screen.

Get the tutorial.

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6. The best hedging plants for your garden

Landscapers are always banging on about hedging, and for good reasons, they’re a great way to add a screen and privacy to your garden. 

Find out the best hedging plants.

For more information, head to hartman.com.au

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Livia Gamble
Based in Newcastle, Livia Gamble will not sleep until she has discovered every possible way to use bi-carb soda and vinegar. When she isn’t reporting on ways to improve your home and garden, she can be found knitting socks (by choice) and will never say no to pizza.

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