Create Your Own Private Oasis with These 13 DIY Privacy Screen Ideas!

Whether you live in an apartment with a tiny balcony or you reside in a home with a compact second-floor outdoor space, the last thing you want to see when you look outside is a neighboring house or apartment building.

You can create your own private oasis with these 13 DIY privacy screen ideas!

1. Build a Vertical Garden Wall

You can build a vertical garden wall using a variety of materials.

This one uses a wood frame and chicken wire, which is then filled with a variety of plants and flowers.

You can customize the plants you use to fit your climate and your garden’s sun exposure.

2. Add Architectural Interest with a Pergola

If you’re looking to add some privacy to a patio or deck space, a pergola is a great way to do it.

This pergola from The Handmade Home is a beautiful example of how to add architectural interest and privacy to an outdoor space.

The pergola is made from wood and features a lattice top, which is perfect for adding climbing plants.

You could also add outdoor curtains to the sides of the pergola for even more privacy.

3. Hang Outdoor Curtains Around Your Patio

I love the soft, flowing look of outdoor curtains, and they make a great privacy screen for a patio! Simply install a curtain rod or a tension rod in the area you want to screen and hang your favorite outdoor fabric.

You can even add a tie-back to the side of the house to pull the curtain back when you don’t need the extra privacy.

I love the look of these outdoor curtains in this patio makeover by my friend, Ursula, of Home Made by Carmona.

4. Make a Lattice Privacy Fence on a Budget

A DIY lattice privacy fence is an easy way to add some privacy to your backyard without spending a lot of money.

You can build a lattice fence on top of your existing fence, or you can build a standalone fence like the one pictured here.

You can even add a gate to your lattice fence to create a private outdoor room.

5. Upcycle Vintage Shutters for a Unique Privacy Screen

If you love the look of a shabby chic or vintage aesthetic, then this project is perfect for you! Using reclaimed shutters, you can create the ultimate garden escape.

We love the idea of using shutters with a pop of color.

This way, when your flowers aren’t in bloom, you still have a vibrant focal point in your garden.

You can find vintage shutters at your local antique store, flea market, or even on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.

6. Use Outdoor Plants in Containers for Privacy

If you want to create a natural privacy screen, plant tall plants in outdoor containers and arrange them in front of your seating area.

This is a great option if you have a small space and don’t want to use a big structure for your privacy screen.

You can use plants that will grow to your desired height, and you can also move the containers around as your plants grow.

This is a great option if you’re renting or if you want to change your privacy screen throughout the year.

7. Add a Beautiful Living Wall to Your Patio

If you’re looking to add a pop of color to your patio and create a privacy screen at the same time, this living wall project is for you! You can even use this tutorial to create a living wall on the side of your house or garage.

You’ll need to build a simple frame to hold the living wall, but the rest of the project is just adding plants to the frame.

You can customize the plants to fit your style and the amount of sunlight your patio receives.

8. Create a Zen Garden with a Water Feature

This zen garden by Angela Marie Made is the ultimate peaceful oasis.

The water feature, bamboo and rock garden, and DIY privacy screen all create a serene atmosphere.

The screen is made from cedar and is designed to be a folding screen.

It’s a great option if you want to be able to move your screen around.

9. Hang a Decorative Privacy Screen on Your Patio Wall

If you have a large patio with a big wall that needs a little pizzazz, a decorative privacy screen is the perfect solution.

You can hang a privacy screen on any wall, and the options are endless when it comes to design.

This one is simple, but it adds a touch of elegance to the space.

It’s a great way to add a little privacy to your outdoor area without completely blocking out the view.

10. Use a Privacy Screen to Hide an Ugly Wall

Do you have an ugly wall that you want to hide? Use a privacy screen! You can easily build a privacy screen to cover up an unsightly wall.

This privacy screen from ‘Remodelaholic‘ was built to cover up a concrete wall, but you could use this idea to cover up a chain-link or wood fence.

You could even build a privacy screen to cover up a section of your home’s exterior walls! Use the same siding as the rest of your home to make the privacy screen blend in.

11. Make a DIY Privacy Screen with a Shower Curtain

This DIY privacy screen by ‘Design, Dining and Diapers‘ is a bit of a cheat. But it’s so clever, we wanted to include it.

She used a shower curtain and hung it on a simple frame to create a private outdoor space.

You could use a shower curtain from the dollar store, or one with a beautiful pattern.

And they are made to get wet, so they will be fine outside!

12. Add a Bamboo Privacy Screen to Your Deck

If you have a raised deck, you probably already have a bit of privacy from the neighbors below.

But if you have a large backyard, you might still need a privacy screen to block the view from the second story of a house or even a taller raised deck.

This beautiful bamboo privacy screen by Jenna Sue Design Co. is a great option for any raised deck.

The bamboo screen adds a natural, tropical feel to the space while also providing some much-needed privacy.

And, if you have a smaller deck, you can easily adjust the size of the privacy screen to fit your space!

13. Hang a Pergola Canopy for Privacy

If you have a pergola in your backyard, you probably already know how awesome they are.

But if you want to add a little more privacy to your outdoor oasis, a pergola canopy is the perfect solution!

This one hangs from the top of the pergola and provides a little extra privacy to this cozy outdoor living space.

You can also use a canopy to create a privacy screen on one or more sides of your pergola!

Conclusion

There you have it! 13 DIY privacy screens that you can make in a weekend.

I hope you found a few that you can add to your outdoor space!

I’d love to hear from you. Do you have a privacy screen in your backyard? If so, what type is it?

Share your thoughts and ideas in the comments!

Happy DIYing!