Steps To Creating A Private Backyard
Everyone who has a backyard knows what a benefit it is. An even better benefit is if it is private. Want to turn your backyard into a private oasis? Here some steps to take to tansform your backyard into a private space.
Build an Enclosure with a Pergola or Gazebo
Adding an enclosure will give you privacy and add value to your property. A pergola or gazebo can be added to a small patio, dek or and outdoor kitchen. A pergola can be covered with climbing vines, a lattice panel or outdoor curtains for privacy. A gazebo can be surrounded by tall potted plants or hanging baskets.
Take Advantage of Your Backyard Shed
Storgage sheds can also be turned into a little oasis. These will create a fully enclosed room in your backyard! The small rooms can make a perfect home office or a backyard lounge. Take it to the next level and add landscaping around your newly remodeled shed.
Install a Privacy Fence
A privacy fence can give you year round privacy from your neighbors. A solid board fence is the perfect way to go. It will enclose your entire perimeter. Make sure to stain your fence a color that will match your house.
Set Up a Backyard Privacy Screen
Outdoor privacy screens and privacy fences are alike. These can be built from wicker, wood, bamboo, metal, and other durable materials. There is a difference, these will not wrap around your entire yard, but will cover small spaces such as an outdoor living room.
Use Retractable Sun Shades
A retractable sun shade is perfect for a backyard flex space. They are adjustable and you can control when you need privacy. This is an inexpensive way to get privacy and not avoid your views.
Try a Masonry Wall
More of a European influence, masonry walls are made of stone, stucco or brick. They can also styled with wall plants or ornamental ironwork. These can be standalone and are usually around six feet tall.
Create a Living Wall
THis is a quick DIY way to create a privacy wall. Take a lattice screen or backyard trellis and hang flowers boxes, vines or trailing plants making it a living wall. This will be a beautiful way to keep your privacy from your neighbors. If you don’t have a green thumb, create a fuax living wall.
Use Privacy Trees as a Focal Point
A tree privacy fence is a less intrusive way to create a fence look. They are not as bukly as a backyard structure or fence. Planting trees that are fast growing are a must but it will still take some time for them to grow. This is a good idea for someone who has patience for it to grow and fill.
Stay Hidden Behind Hedges
Privacy hedges are another natural way to create privacy. It will act like a wall to separate yards or outdoor living spaces without a fence. Bamboo hedges can be planted and is also a great noise barrier.
These DIY and other projects are the perfect way to create your private oasis. You will keep your neighbors out of sight and out of mind all while adding value to your property.
