Seclusion, in Style — These Are the Best Privacy Screens If You Want a Stylish Way to Block Out Neighbors and Passersby

Turn your backyard into a private tropical oasis with this privacy screen and its pretty palm leaf motif. A blend of wood powder and recycled plastic forms this strong and durable screen, ready to withstand any weather conditions. It features a matte finish on both sides, meaning it'll look just as good on the front as the back, and it comes in a number of different sizes, as well as thicknesses (either 16mm or 5mm). However, for utmost durability, the brand recommends the 16mm thick screen if you plan on staking it in the ground with aluminum posts. And since this screen comes in three different colors, you can choose a style to match your space.

Looking for something natural to tastefully complement and privatize your outdoor space? Opt for a wooden screen with a trellis design. This style is made from pine and spruce, two wood types known for their durability. It's also pressure-treated for longevity in outdoor environments. Along with this screen, you can buy fence post holders and a hole digger to properly stake this screen into the ground to create maximum privacy. For a stylish look, place a climbing plant nearby to hook onto this screen and create a naturally beautiful private space over time.

This privacy screen is unique because of its built-in planter, which allows for ultimate privacy and style. Not only that, but it features several customizable features. You can choose from over 20 decorative designs for the screen backing — from simple horizontal beams to floral motifs. You can also change the design of the planter. And for convenience, you can add built-in lights and wheels, allowing for extra ease of use. You can also choose from a variety of colors, however, every model is made from the same composite material, ensuring durability and little maintenance over time. This privacy screen planter is on the larger size at 147cm high x 148 cm wide, so it's sure to provide ample privacy in your outdoor space.

If you're tight on space, but still need some sort of privacy, a folding screen might be the right option for you. This screen is small, at 180cm high x 135cm wide, but still acts as an ideal privacy solution. Its small size makes it easily movable, and it folds flat, so when not in use, it can easily be stored away. When fully extended, this screen presents a detailed mosaic-like design that will add intricate style to your outdoor space. Since it's made of solid teak, it's long-lasting and can survive most weather conditions. If you're looking for apartment balcony privacy ideas, this could be the solution.

Sleek, modern, and affordable. This privacy screen is one of the best IKEA products for good reason. It's made from solid acacia wood (a great choice for outdoor furniture) and features an acrylic stain. It measures about 140cm in height, which is a bit shorter compared to other privacy screens, but its vertical wooden beams give the illusion of added height. By itself, this screen could help transform your backyard or patio into a private and stylish retreat, but with a few of these screens, you could easily create different zones in your garden, such as a dedicated outdoor living room.

This privacy screen has a slightly different look than typical designs, but it's nonetheless an ideal option for ultimate seclusion. The screen features a galvanized steel frame, a sturdy steel base, and is woven with rope to create a stylish textured surface. Because of its woven finish, it allows some light to pass through, but provides ample privacy from neighbors in close proximity. This screen stands at 167cm high and is 90cm wide, making it ideal for small patios. And because of its modern style, it could easily be brought indoors to act as a stylish room divider.

The unique geometric pattern of this privacy screen will add some modern flair to your outdoor space. Its motif is large enough to block unwanted attention to your garden, but still lets ample sunlight and breeze through its openings. Made from steel, it's durable and can withstand any type of weather event. It comes with a base and screws so it can easily be mounted to the ground, or you can choose to remove the base and hang this on an existing fence as a decorative detail. At 198cm tall and 122cm wide, this screen is large and can ensure stylish privacy.

There's nothing I love more than furniture that does two things at once — and this privacy screen planter duo is the perfect example of that. With its staggered horizontal wood slats that rise 180cm and its stylish planter box base, this model provides utmost privacy while bringing some plant life into your backyard design. The wood is pressure-treated to prevent rot, meaning this screen-planter duo will look good in your outdoor area for years to come. And because of the staggered detail of its wood slats, plants from the planter box can easily climb up the wall, creating a naturally beautiful visual in your backyard.

This privacy screen provides a significant amount of privacy thanks to its solid base, while the uppermost third features a unique geometric design. Made from powder-coated aluminum with a brass-colored finish, this privacy screen will tastefully blend in with the existing decor of your garden and also make a unique style statement. It provides a significant amount of seclusion, so if you live in a densely populated neighborhood, it could be your solution to creating privacy. With six different finishes and three different sizes to choose from, you can decide which screen will look best in your space.