Hello,
we have purchased a newly built semi-detached house.
We are currently considering what fence height to choose and suggest to our neighbors.
Our garden is 10m (33 feet) wide and 20m (66 feet) long.
The fence will be installed on the right and left sides, up to the opposite wall. (opposite wall is about 140–160cm (55–63 inches) high)
The fence will later be fitted with privacy slats to allow us to sit in the garden with privacy.
The fence should have a good height so that we are not constantly visible to all neighbors.
We also do not want to chat by the fence with our neighbors every day; we want to have peace in the garden. If there is something to discuss, you can just go over and ring the doorbell.
However, the fence should not be too tall and give a bunker-like impression, and it should not block too much sunlight.
What fence height would you recommend?
We were thinking about 160cm (63 inches), possibly 180cm (71 inches).
we have purchased a newly built semi-detached house.
We are currently considering what fence height to choose and suggest to our neighbors.
Our garden is 10m (33 feet) wide and 20m (66 feet) long.
The fence will be installed on the right and left sides, up to the opposite wall. (opposite wall is about 140–160cm (55–63 inches) high)
The fence will later be fitted with privacy slats to allow us to sit in the garden with privacy.
The fence should have a good height so that we are not constantly visible to all neighbors.
We also do not want to chat by the fence with our neighbors every day; we want to have peace in the garden. If there is something to discuss, you can just go over and ring the doorbell.
However, the fence should not be too tall and give a bunker-like impression, and it should not block too much sunlight.
What fence height would you recommend?
We were thinking about 160cm (63 inches), possibly 180cm (71 inches).
So, in our case, the neighbors don’t want a fence, but my wife does—mainly for privacy reasons. We also have a dog who unfortunately doesn’t obey well, so with open shared property boundaries, he might just run off out of curiosity, not because he’s unhappy with us.
We are planning at least 1.50m (5 feet) from the neighbors and 1.80m (6 feet) from the street.
For privacy, certain areas like the terrace and garden seating area will have taller privacy screens, which will be planted long-term. Plants are also planned along the fence.
There are dogs that, with just a little training, can easily overcome a 2m (6.5 feet) barrier. They don’t just jump over but practically “climb” over. There is a clip online showing training with Malinois dogs climbing 2–3m (6.5–10 feet) trees and then jumping another 2m (6.5 feet) from there. But don’t worry, Labradors tend to be quite lazy. I think 1.5m (5 feet) would usually be enough, and even if he got over, in 99% of cases, he probably wouldn’t want to. But privacy really starts at 1.8m (6 feet).
In the US, especially in urban areas where not everyone has several hectares, it’s very common to build what could be called “prison yards.” However, people often improve these spaces with plants, attractive shelving, and decorations. You can definitely watch some shows on channels like HGTV for inspiration.
We are planning at least 1.50m (5 feet) from the neighbors and 1.80m (6 feet) from the street.
For privacy, certain areas like the terrace and garden seating area will have taller privacy screens, which will be planted long-term. Plants are also planned along the fence.
There are dogs that, with just a little training, can easily overcome a 2m (6.5 feet) barrier. They don’t just jump over but practically “climb” over. There is a clip online showing training with Malinois dogs climbing 2–3m (6.5–10 feet) trees and then jumping another 2m (6.5 feet) from there. But don’t worry, Labradors tend to be quite lazy. I think 1.5m (5 feet) would usually be enough, and even if he got over, in 99% of cases, he probably wouldn’t want to. But privacy really starts at 1.8m (6 feet).
In the US, especially in urban areas where not everyone has several hectares, it’s very common to build what could be called “prison yards.” However, people often improve these spaces with plants, attractive shelving, and decorations. You can definitely watch some shows on channels like HGTV for inspiration.
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motorradsilke13 May 2023 10:00WilderSueden schrieb:
"Flowers" is quite a broad topic. Mullein plants can grow over 2 m (6.5 ft) tall, and if you plant them densely enough, they provide good privacy screening. Yes, but they only reach that height by June or July.
That’s the main issue with all flowers—they remain small in spring, right after you’ve cut back all the dead wood from the previous year.
I would recommend a loose hedge made of various shrubs. For example, Photinia is great. That way, you’ll have greenery even in winter. Plus, you can prune everything to your desired height or let it grow back.
Also, I would never fully surround a terrace. Create a boundary toward the neighbor, but leave it open to the garden, with a hedge along the garden fence. It feels much more open and spacious that way.
What does the insurance say about fence height and dogs?
We once had a similar case.
I would go straight for two meters (6.5 feet). But no ugly privacy strips. Better to use an ivy trellis, which is also dense, green, and low-maintenance. Unfortunately, it is more expensive.
We once had a similar case.
I would go straight for two meters (6.5 feet). But no ugly privacy strips. Better to use an ivy trellis, which is also dense, green, and low-maintenance. Unfortunately, it is more expensive.
rick2018 schrieb:
Unfortunately, also more expensive.… And very, very toxic to dogs!M
motorradsilke13 May 2023 23:09ypg schrieb:
… And very, very toxic to dogs!But they know it and don’t go near it.Similar topics