Privacy screens and shutters
More privacy. More shade. A better-looking outdoor space.
Sometimes the difference between an outdoor area you have and one you actually use is a little more privacy.
Riverina Outdoor Living supplies and installs privacy screens and aluminium shutters in Wagga Wagga and across the Riverina, helping create outdoor spaces that feel more private, comfortable and complete.
Whether you want to screen a neighbouring property, reduce sun entering your patio or add a stylish finishing feature to a new outdoor area, we'll help you find a solution that works with your space.
Create a space that feels like your own
Modern homes are often built closer together, and even larger properties can have outdoor areas that feel exposed.
You might have a patio that looks directly towards a neighbouring property, a deck visible from the street or an entertaining area where you'd simply like a little more separation from the rest of the backyard.
Privacy screens and shutters can help define the space without necessarily closing it in.
Depending on the design, they can also provide additional shade, filter sunlight, screen less attractive areas of the property and add architectural interest to your outdoor area.
Privacy screens
A fixed privacy screen provides permanent screening exactly where you need it.
Rather than enclosing an entire patio, a strategically positioned screen can block a particular sightline, create separation between spaces or hide something you'd rather not look at.
Privacy screens can be incorporated into a new patio or deck design or added to many existing outdoor areas.
Privacy screens can be used to:
reduce overlooking from neighbouring properties
create greater privacy around patios and decks
screen outdoor entertaining areas from the street
create separation between different parts of the backyard
disguise utilities, tanks or other functional areas
provide additional shade
create a feature within an outdoor design
The best result often comes from working out exactly what needs to be screened rather than simply building the largest screen possible.
Aluminium shutters
Want more control?
Aluminium shutters provide an architectural screening solution with adjustable blades that can be repositioned depending on how much privacy, sunlight or airflow you want.
They can create a more substantial feeling around an outdoor area while retaining the flexibility to open the space when conditions suit.
Their clean lines also make shutters a strong design feature in their own right.
Adjust your privacy
Change the blade angle when you want more or less screening from neighbours, the street or surrounding areas.
Control sunlight
Adjustable blades can help filter direct sunlight entering the side of a patio or outdoor entertaining area.
Maintain airflow
Rather than creating a completely solid barrier, shutters can allow air to move through the space while still providing screening.
Add architectural detail
Shutters can give a patio or outdoor room a more finished appearance and help connect the new structure visually with the style of your home.
Privacy screens or shutters?
Both can improve the privacy and comfort of an outdoor area, but they work differently.
Choose a privacy screen when:
you need permanent screening in a particular location
you're trying to block a specific sightline
you want a simple, fixed solution
you'd like to create separation between areas
adjustability isn't important
Consider shutters when:
you want to adjust the level of privacy
you'd like greater control over sunlight
maintaining airflow is important
you want to be able to open the space back up
you're looking for a more substantial architectural feature
In some outdoor areas, a combination of fixed screening and adjustable shutters may provide the best result.
We'll look at the space and help you work out what's actually necessary.
Screens, shutters or outdoor blinds?
If you're mainly trying to solve a privacy or sun problem, it isn't always obvious which product will work best.
Fixed privacy screens
Best when you need permanent screening in a specific location.
Aluminium shutters
Best when you want adjustable privacy, shade and airflow with a more architectural appearance.
Outdoor blinds
Best when you want a flexible barrier that can be raised completely when it isn't needed.
The right solution depends on where the sun comes from, what you're trying to screen and how open you'd like the outdoor area to feel.
You don't need to work that out yourself. Show us the problem and we'll help you explore the options.
Designed as part of the space
Privacy screening works best when it feels intentional rather than something added later to fix a problem.
If you're planning a new patio, deck or complete outdoor living area, we can consider privacy from the beginning.
That means thinking about where neighbouring homes sit, where people will naturally gather, the direction of the sun and which parts of the backyard you want to highlight or conceal.
A thoughtfully positioned screen or shutter can sometimes achieve more than enclosing an entire side of the patio.
Add privacy to an existing outdoor area
Already have a patio or deck but feel a little too exposed?
Privacy screens or shutters may be able to be incorporated into the existing space without rebuilding the entire outdoor area.
Scott can inspect the structure, look at what you're trying to screen and recommend an appropriate solution.
Complete your outdoor living area
Riverina Outdoor Living can incorporate privacy screens and shutters into larger outdoor projects including:
patios and pergolas
insulated patios
louvre roofs
timber and composite decking
outdoor blinds
balustrades
other outdoor living features
Considering these elements together can help create a finished outdoor area where the roofing, flooring and screening all work as one design.
Recent privacy screen and shutter projects
How much do privacy screens and shutters cost?
The cost depends on the type of screening, materials, dimensions, number of panels, installation requirements and whether the screens or shutters are being incorporated into a new or existing structure.
A small fixed screen designed to block one particular sightline will naturally be a different investment from installing adjustable shutters across several sides of a large outdoor area.
We'll assess the space, talk about what you want to achieve and provide a quote for the appropriate solution.
Privacy screen and shutter FAQs
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It depends on where the overlooking is coming from.
If you need to permanently block one particular sightline, a fixed privacy screen may be the simplest solution. If you'd prefer to adjust the level of privacy at different times, shutters or outdoor blinds may be more appropriate.
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Often, yes.
We'll need to inspect the existing structure and determine what fixing options are available and whether the proposed screen is appropriate for the space.
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Adjustable aluminium shutters can be repositioned to change the amount of privacy, sunlight and airflow through the opening.
The exact operation will depend on the shutter system selected.
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Shutters can help reduce direct sunlight entering from the side of an outdoor area. Because the blades are adjustable, you can change their angle as conditions change.
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A solid screen will naturally affect airflow more than an open or slatted design.
If ventilation is important, we'll consider that when recommending the style and position of the screen.
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They may be suitable for some poolside outdoor areas, depending on the location, design and applicable requirements.
Pool areas can have specific safety and compliance requirements, so the site needs to be assessed before recommending a solution.
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Yes, and this is often where thoughtful placement makes the biggest difference.
You may only need to block one particular sightline rather than screening an entire side of the space. We'll look at what you're trying to achieve and recommend how much screening is actually needed.
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No.
Privacy screens are generally fixed, while outdoor blinds can be raised and lowered. Adjustable shutters sit somewhere between the two, providing more permanent structure with the ability to change the angle of the blades.
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Requirements can vary depending on the height, location, design and property.
We'll discuss any relevant requirements as part of planning your project.
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Riverina Outdoor Living is based in Wagga Wagga and installs outdoor screening solutions throughout Wagga Wagga and surrounding Riverina communities.
Contact us if you're unsure whether we service your location.