Chain Link Privacy Slats
Privacy slats are strips that weave through the mesh of a chain link fence to block the view and give you some seclusion without the cost of a solid fence. They are a popular add on for homeowners around Brandon who already have chain link or want the low price of chain link with more privacy than the bare mesh offers. Slats come in several materials and colors and can be added to a new fence or an existing one. Here is how they work, what they are made of, and what to expect from them.
How Privacy Slats Work
Slats slide vertically or diagonally through the diamonds in the chain link mesh, filling in the gaps so people cannot see straight through. Depending on the style and how tightly they are woven, slats block anywhere from about 75 to 90 percent of the view. They do not make the fence completely solid the way a wood or vinyl panel does, but they turn an open chain link fence into a reasonable privacy screen for a fraction of the cost. Slats also cut down on wind slightly and add a bit of color, which softens the industrial look of plain galvanized mesh.
Slat Materials and Colors
Most privacy slats are made of PVC or aluminum. PVC slats are the common choice for homes because they are affordable, come in colors like green, brown, black, and tan, and hold up well in our climate. Aluminum slats cost more and give a more finished, upscale look that suits commercial properties. There are also winged and bottom locking styles that grip the mesh more tightly for better coverage and a cleaner appearance. Color matters for the look you want, since green and brown tend to blend into landscaping while black reads more modern. We can show you samples so you can see how each option looks against your fence and yard.
Adding Privacy Slats to Your Fence
Slats can go into a fence we build new or into a chain link fence you already have, as long as the mesh is in good shape. We measure the run, help you pick a material and color, and weave the slats in so they sit evenly and lock in place. If your existing fence is sagging or the mesh is damaged, we can repair it first so the slats have a solid base. For homeowners who want more privacy than slats provide, a solid wood or vinyl fence is worth considering, and we install those too. Read more about our chain link fence installation or call (601) 721-9672.
Add Privacy to Your Chain Link Fence
We install privacy slats on new and existing chain link fences throughout Brandon and the surrounding Rankin County area. Call us for a free estimate and we will bring samples and help you choose the material and color that fit your yard.
frequently asked questions
Depending on the style and how tightly they are woven, slats block roughly 75 to 90 percent of the view. They do not seal the fence completely like a wood or vinyl panel, but they turn open mesh into a solid privacy screen for far less money.
Most are PVC or aluminum. PVC slats are the affordable, popular choice for homes and come in green, brown, black, and tan. Aluminum slats cost more and give a more finished look that suits commercial sites.
Yes, as long as the mesh is in good shape. We can weave slats into a fence you already have, and if the fence is sagging or damaged we can repair it first so the slats have a solid base.
Green and brown tend to blend into landscaping, while black reads more modern and tan suits lighter homes. We bring samples so you can see each color against your fence before you decide.
Yes. Adding slats to chain link costs a fraction of what a solid wood or vinyl fence runs. If you want full privacy and a more finished look, a dedicated privacy fence screens better, and we install those as well.
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