Which privacy fence is right for your yard?

Enjoying your yard without feeling watched -- that's often the main reason people install a fence. But between opaque, semi-opaque, and decorative models, the choice isn't always obvious. Here's how to sort it out.

Defining your privacy level

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Three categories to consider:

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Full privacy (100% opaque): a true cocoon, impossible to see through from the outside. Ideal for exposed yards or close neighbours.

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Near-total privacy: blocks the view while keeping a different look from traditional solid fences.

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Decorative boundary: the property line is marked cleanly, privacy is secondary.

The Zen model -- full privacy

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The Zen is made of 100% aluminum panels with horizontal lines. Complete opacity, contemporary look, zero maintenance. It doesn't rust, it doesn't warp, it lasts.

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Composite and PVC -- full privacy too

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Both offer complete opacity thanks to interlocking boards. No staining, no sanding, several colours available. Composite has the look of wood without the drawbacks. PVC resists frost and UV.

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Chain link with slats -- budget-friendly privacy

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For larger lots or tighter budgets, privacy slats in a chain link fence provide about 99% opacity. It's effective and costs less than a solid fence.

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Ornamental with PVC panels -- the compromise

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We combine the elegance of an ornamental fence with PVC panels inserted between the pickets. The result: near-total privacy without the solid-wall effect.

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Height -- the key factor

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Six feet is the standard height to effectively block the view from the street or the neighbouring lot. But always check your city's municipal bylaws -- some limit the permitted height.