Amazon shoppers race to nab a versatile £8 buy that adds privacy to gardens from all angles & it works as a sunshade too
LOUNGING out in your garden enjoying the warm weather is what summer is all about.
And with this handy item, you don't have to worry about nosy neighbours or sunburns.
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Whether you have a balcony or patio, this budget-friendly Amazon buy can help shield you from prying eyes.
And it can also be repurposed as a sun shield for outdoor spaces that may also be sun traps.
The Mesh Fabric Garden Privacy Screen is available for £8.06 from Amazon.
According to manufacturers, this buy offers an 88% visibility blockage rate, helping to protect your privacy.
It can also block 90% of UV rays without preventing a cool summer breeze from entering your outdoor area.
Made with polyethylene material, this screen is durable but not too heavy, allowing for light to still pass through.
It can be easily installed thanks to the aluminum grommets placed evenly along the edges.
You can also secure it overhead, creating a shading net with UV protection.
The product description says this buy is suitable for balconies, gardens, terraces, fences, and courtyards.
It is customisable to your size preference and available in a variety of colours.
Or you can pick up a privacy fence from Amazon for just £5.
B&Q has an affordable privacy fence currently on sale, and you can put it up yourself.
And a £10 B&M product adds inches to your fence, elevating your garden's privacy.
You can also add a stylish touch to your privacy fence with another B&M buy.
And its not just fences that can help give you privacy in your garden, one B&M item can help shield you from nosy neighbours and the sun.
How to create privacy in your garden
CREATING privacy in your garden can be achieved in a number of ways depending on your budget, and the size of your space. Here are some effective ways to enhance privacy in your garden:
1. Fencing
Install a tall, solid wooden or vinyl fence. This is one of the most straightforward ways to gain immediate privacy. Or use lattice panels, trellis, or slatted fencing to add a decorative touch while still offering privacy.
2. Hedges and Plants
Fast-growing evergreen shrubs or trees like Leylandii, Thuja, or Bamboo along the boundary of your garden can help with privacy. Grow a dense hedge using plants like Boxwood, Privet, or Laurel. It may take time to grow, but it provides a natural and green privacy screen. Use climbers like Ivy, Clematis, or Wisteria on fences or trellises to create a lush, green privacy barrier.
3. Outdoor Curtains
Hang outdoor curtains around pergolas, gazebos, or patios for an easy-to-adjust privacy solution.
4. Sound Barriers
A water fountain or small waterfall can help drown out noise, adding to the sense of privacy. Or install fencing designed to reduce noise if privacy from sound is also a concern.
Meanwhile, a Home Bargains buy is said to add a touch of glamour to your garden.
Another item from the bargain retailer is perfect for attracting birds to your space.
A £3 buy from B&M is can also help to add privacy to your garden this summer.
And shoppers can also pick up a £9.99 novelty decor buy that adds character to flowerbeds.
A £7 gardening gadget is also available from Home Bargains and is guaranteed to transform your lawn.
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