5 Ways a Patio Privacy Wall Improves Outdoor Living

You love your patio — but every time you step outside, you feel like all the neighbors see you. There’s no separation between your outdoor space and the street, and you’re getting self-conscious about playing music or hosting parties in your Texas backyard.

A patio privacy wall is the perfect solution for Texas homeowners who want added privacy and protection from the elements — without spending extra money on a bulky patio enclosure.

At Allied Outdoor Solutions, we’ve elevated over 25,000 Texas patios and outdoor spaces for delighted homeowners. In this article, our design-build experts outline 5 valuable ways a patio privacy wall improves your outdoor lifestyle and entertainment options.

What is a Patio Privacy Wall?

A patio privacy wall is a separation structure — usually a solid or slatted wall. It’s designed to separate your outdoor patio from street view, neighboring homes and public areas. 

These structures can be attached to one (or more) sides of your patio, or stand several feet away from the patio itself. They’re strategically placed to provide optimal security, privacy and comfort to your outdoor living area.

We prefer solid privacy walls to screens in Texas outdoor spaces. Privacy screens are easily damaged by severe weather, hail and freezing elements. More durable materials like cedar, aluminum and natural stone provide heightened style and long-lasting protection.

Create a More Enjoyable Texas Patio Space

The feeling of pure relaxation is crucial to a truly elevated outdoor living space. Your patio should deliver serenity and happiness every time you step into the backyard — no worries about passing cars, nosy neighbors or exposure to the elements.

In Dallas, privacy walls add much-needed separation between smaller lot sizes. Houstonians love the increased security of a privacy wall near their inground swimming pools. 

Schedule a free consultation, and ask our experts about the benefits of adding a privacy wall to your patio space.

Privacy Walls Add Security and Separation

The primary benefit of these structures is right there in the name — increased privacy.

Perhaps you want to install an outdoor pool, but you don’t want it seen from the road. One Fort Worth homeowner complained she came home to find kids she didn’t know bouncing on the family trampoline. 

More seriously, a patio privacy wall keeps unwanted eyes from seeing all the outdoor kitchen, grilling and entertainment features you keep in your renewed outdoor space.

Help Those Nosy Neighbors Mind Their Business

Patio privacy walls benefit you and your neighbors. You get the seclusion necessary to truly relax and enjoy sunbathing, family parties, or a dip in the pool. 

Meanwhile, your neighbors enjoy an added sound buffer from music, conversation, poolside enjoyment, and noise from your outdoor TV.

Need design inspiration? View our before & after gallery for design ideas!

Patio Privacy Walls Enhance Your Outdoor Style

Your new patio privacy structure doesn’t have to be bulky. Take the opportunity to elevate your curb appeal! 

Consider a slatted privacy wall for your patio. You’ll retain the proper security and protection, and add breezy cross-ventilation and a bit more sunlight to the space.

Need a solid privacy wall? Use side-by-side cedar, aluminum or stacked stone to inject style into the design. 

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Use Materials That Complement Your Home Architecture

Privacy walls offer a unique opportunity to deepen your patio’s aesthetic connection with your existing home architecture. 

Choose building materials that complement your home and outdoor living spaces. We routinely build patio privacy walls from a variety of materials — here are a few design ideas:

• Cedar patio privacy walls for rustic, modern farmhouse and ranch homes.
• Aluminum patio privacy walls for modern, contemporary and transitional homes.
• Brick privacy wall supports for San Antonio homes that incorporate Spanish Colonial architecture.
• Natural stone privacy wall supports for Austin homes that incorporate Hill Country vernacular styles.

Amplify Your Outdoor Entertainment and Reduce Noise

You’re a considerate neighbor — but you want to have your fun! Construct a privacy wall on your patio, and you’ll accomplish 3 key goals to maximize your outdoor entertainment:

1. A new sound barrier to reduce noise in your neighborhood
2. A “security blanket” for valuable entertainment amenities and outdoor appliances
3. A defined outdoor living zone for gathering

Let’s look at how a 3-sided privacy fence delivered incredible results for a Dallas family that wanted to entertain guests in a smaller backyard area.

Case Study: Poolside Cabana with Privacy Wall

Smaller lot sizes in Dallas make outdoor entertainment difficult. These homeowners loved their inground pool and pool deck, but worried about prying eyes and noise complaints — their side property fence simply wasn’t high enough.

We created a sleek, modern, poolside shade structure for lounging, grilling and conversation. A slatted privacy wall creates the perfect separation between this relaxing space and the neighboring property.

The results? Family and guests enjoy outdoor barbecues and pool parties into the evening with privacy and peace. The 3-sided privacy wall dampens any noise from conversations or the television, and the slatted design allows ventilation for the outdoor grill.

Protect Against the Elements (With a Patio Cover)

Privacy walls are a great addition to a patio space that suffers from heat, UV and moisture damage. Pair them with a solid patio cover, and you have a fantastic defense against the unpredictable Texas elements.

When attached to your covered patio structure, privacy walls can lessen the damage caused by these climate and weather concerns:

• Direct sunlight (increased side shade protection)
• UV rays (most effective in San Antonio outdoor spaces)
• High winds (especially off the Gulf in Houston)
• Some rain and hail (most effective in Dallas-Fort Worth)

Note: A patio privacy wall only provides partial protection against these weather conditions. A solid patio cover is always your best line of defense. 

Protect Your Outdoor Kitchen and Entertainment Features

“The patio cover over my outdoor kitchen is great,” one homeowner told us. “But rain and sun are still damaging my outdoor furniture from the sides.”

Privacy walls create added separation from the elements for your outdoor kitchen, grill, furniture, appliances and island materials.

They’re especially helpful if you own outdoor speakers, an outdoor-rated TV or a premium stainless steel grill — these are major investments you want to protect.

Less Expensive Than a Patio Enclosure

The average patio privacy wall is less expensive than a patio enclosure. Enclosures require more building materials, more complex installation and a greater overall building area.

By contrast, privacy walls offer a straightforward building and installation process. Your cost depends on your chosen building materials, plus the height and length of your wall(s).

Make the most of your backyard. Start with a complimentary design consultation.

Retain Your Connection to Nature

Patio enclosures aren’t just more expensive than privacy walls — they eliminate the true feeling of an “outdoor space”. 

Also, a screened-in porch or sunroom doesn’t provide full privacy from the outside view. When fully closed, Texas patio enclosures can quickly turn into furnaces during hot summer months.

Privacy walls allow one or more sides of your patio space to remain open, retaining a truly outdoor look and feel. 

Enhance Your Texas Patio With a Custom Privacy Wall

Patio privacy walls are a fantastic way to gain separation from neighbors, but retain your outdoor space’s connection to nature. They’re more cost effective than patio enclosures, and provide security, privacy and a sound barrier for outdoor parties.

Consider an attached privacy wall to elevate your patio’s protection against rain, direct sunlight and UV radiation. A detached privacy wall creates greater separation and flow between outdoor living spaces.

Dreaming of a more private Texas patio space? Talk to our experts. Your consultation is free — your outdoor happiness is priceless.