How much privacy do they provide?

Bottom-lock slats offer about 85% privacy; winged slats up to 95%.

Can I install them myself?

Yes, they simply weave into the existing chain link mesh.

Do they damage the fence?

No, they add minimal weight and do not alter the fence structure.

Fencing Accessories

Privacy

Fortress

$20-$60/10 ft section

Privacy Fence Slats for Chain Link Fence Screening

Privacy fence slats are vertical or diagonal inserts that weave into existing chain link fence fabric to block visibility and reduce wind. Made from durable PVC, HDPE, or aluminum, these slats transform an open chain link fence into a privacy barrier without replacing the entire fence. Available in multiple colors and styles including bottom-lock, top-lock, and winged designs that provide 70-95% privacy depending on the slat type and density.

Key Features

Inserts into existing chain link
70-95% privacy coverage
PVC and aluminum options
UV-stabilized colors
Wind reduction
No fence replacement needed

Specifications

Material: PVC

HDPE

or aluminum | Height: 36

72 in | Width: 1-3/4 in per slat | Coverage: 82 slats per 10 ft (2-in mesh) | Colors: Green

brown

black

white

tan

gray | Privacy: 70-95%

Best For

Adding privacy and wind screening to existing chain link fences at homes

businesses

and recreational areas.

Compatible Materials

Chain link fence fabric (2 in mesh)

Galvanized chain link

Vinyl-coated chain link

Residential chain link

Commercial chain link

Tennis court fencing

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ No fence replacement needed
✓ Easy DIY installation
✓ Multiple color options
✓ UV resistant
✓ Reduces wind
✓ Affordable privacy solution

Cons

✗ Does not provide 100% privacy
✗ Can fade over time
✗ Slats may loosen in storms
✗ Adds wind load to fence
✗ Installation is tedious
✗ Limited aesthetic appeal

Installation Tips

Start from one end and work systematically across the fence. Insert each slat from the top, weaving it through the chain link diamonds. Lock the bottom end into the bottom chain link wire. For winged slats, alternate the wing direction for maximum coverage. In high-wind areas, use bottom-lock slats that clip to the bottom tension wire.