Building a DIY privacy fence to create a quiet escape in your backyard doesn't have to be difficult. Whether you're a homeowner looking for a budget-friendly option or a renter who can only install ...

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Build a DIY wood slat privacy screen to shield a dedicated space like an outdoor seating or dining area. A Beautiful Mess left enough space between horizontal wood slats to allow light to pass through ...

Owning a home means you get your privacy and a space to call your own, but if you live close to your neighbors, your privacy may be limited. No matter how friendly they might be, you probably still ...

Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

Add some seclusion to your yard with landscaping tips and tricks. You can opt to rely on hardscaping like fences and pergolas or use privacy plants to create a screen garden. Here are privacy options ...

I heard a news report just last week that, because of urban land prices, big ol’ Texas has the smallest city lots (for new constructions) of any state in the country. I don’t know how that figures in ...

With most fencing shops and contractors booked solid, more and more people are embracing the Northwest “can do!” spirit and going the DIY route. If you’re considering building your own fence but ...

Dear James: I need to fence my backyard for my children and dogs with a chain-link fence. Is this difficult to install myself, and what materials would I need to buy? — Cherri W. Dear Cherri: ...

Suppose all you want is a little privacy, but you're not concerned about keeping animals in or actually increasing the security of your yard. If those priorities were the case, there are few materials ...