Adding Privacy Lattice To Existing Fence

May 4 2016 versatile durable and decidedly easy for diy projects lattice offers quite a lot with a minimal amount of effort or time.

Adding privacy lattice to existing fence.

For extra privacy you may grow vines on the fence which will fill in the holes in the lattice. It can also have a functional role because it makes fences more dense allowing you to attach plants or anything else on the fence. Measure from the top center of each post since you ll be adding lattice and attaching it to an extension of the existing posts. Lattice is a wooden or composite material that forms a grid of inch wide strips.

Lastly use screws to attach the lattice panels behind your existing fence and in front of the fence posts. Deciduous bushes such as the rose of sharon do well in many temperate climates but they lose their leaves in winter so you won t have year round coverage. While trees vines and shrubs are often the best long term solution adding onto a fence or screen is a fast way to get privacy now. Measure the width between the existing fence posts.

Leave half of the plate to hang from the bottom to secure it to the existing fence post. Bamboo screening can add a more natural look to your fencing while also improving your privacy. Add extension posts to the existing fence posts with a metal tie plate. Evergreen hedges such as arborvitae can grow tall in front of your fence to help add privacy to your yard but they thrive in cooler climates.

Once the lattice is cut to fit attach it to the secured extension posts. One type of wooden lattice fence is with a lattice top such as this example. Much of this is due to the. This screening is relatively affordable and can be easily installed or attached to existing fencing.

With 2 inch screws secure a metal tie plate to the bottom of the extension fence post. It can raise a fence to offer privacy frame a stunning view or offer a cool place for climbing vines to reach for the sun. These photos were taken on local garden tours.