DECK PRIVACY FENCE HOW TO

Once all of the planks were up, we trimmed the outer edge using a chalk line and this circular saw. We used a wood chip between the planks as we put them up, to ensure that they would all have the same spacing between them. The deck planks were then secured to the 4×4 posts using 3-inch deck screws and an impact drill. They extend down into the ground to ensure stability of the posts. The 4×4 posts used to support the screen are bolted onto the deck frame and secured according to local regulations. When you build a privacy screen, it’s important to look at the building codes for your specific region to make sure that the privacy screen meets the local regulations (both height and how they are attached & built). You’ll also want to get deck screws to assemble your screen, and have your drill on hand ( we have this drill). For the horizontal posts, we used 16 ft long pressure treated deck planks. We used pressure treated 4×4 lumber for the 4 upright posts. You need lumber for both the upright posts and the ones that will plank horizontally across. Step 1: Assemble Lumber and Suppliesīased on the size of your deck, you’ll need to pull together the lumber for the screen. Keep reading for the step-by-step tutorial.

DECK PRIVACY FENCE HOW TO

How to Build a Privacy Screen for your Deck: We seem to be collecting the whole line!) We LOVE these Ryobi cordless tools (this isn’t a sponsored post, I just genuinely wanted to mention how much we love their tool set. Not only does it provide the privacy we were after, but it has also made styling the deck so much easier!īuild a Privacy Screen – Supplies You’ll Need: The solution? We had to build a privacy screen for our deck and it has made ALL the difference.

I like the ease of going in and out (especially since we put in a really wide patio door for that “inside-outside” vibe), but I didn’t love being able to see over into our neighbours backyard. Our back deck comes straight off our living room, which means it sits pretty high up off the ground.

Deck privacy fence