Semi-Privacy Fencing vs. Privacy Fencing

Semi-privacy fences and privacy fences are both fantastic fence options for residences, but one option can be better than the other. Types of semi-privacy fences include picket, lattice, and horizontal board fences, and types of privacy fences are side-by-side and board-on-board fences. Semi-privacy fencing vs. privacy fencing: which kind is for you?

Semi-Privacy Fencing Benefits

Security without Going Overboard

Semi-privacy fences offer decent border security. It is generally enough to limit access to and from a property, given its spaced-apart pickets or boards. If you are more concerned about creating a sufficient property border rather than blocking off your property completely, then semi-privacy fencing will give it to you without going overboard.

Maintaining Some Visibility

Some visibility outside the property can give you more security, particularly if it is an isolated spot where someone could hide. If you prefer to maintain some visibility, a semi-privacy fence is the natural solution. It can also help you maintain friendly relations with neighbors.

Balancing Ventilation and Protection

Semi-privacy fences provide decent security, but they also help to filter out strong sunlight, sound, and wind. At the same time, the spaces in these fences allow for ventilation, which can significantly benefit the comfort and health of your backyard.

Privacy Fencing Benefits

Privacy from Neighbors and Traffic

A privacy fence is a good investment if you are close to neighbors and passing traffic. It is also useful if you have a backyard swimming pool and live close to high-traffic areas. Trying to relax in your backyard is difficult when you feel like you’re constantly in public view.

Sound and Wind-Proofing

Solid barriers help to block out sound and wind to some extent. A privacy fence will create privacy in terms of soundproofing, keeping sounds in your backyard within bounds and outside sounds out of your property. 

If wind is a problem in your backyard, a privacy fence can also help.

Limiting Distractions

Are your pets or kids too distracted by people passing by? Limit distractions with the help of a privacy fence. 

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