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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you make a purchase through affiliate links on our site, we earn a commission at no cost to you. See our disclosure policy. How to Make Porch Privacy PanelsOur 'How to Make Porch Privacy Panels' guide will show you how easy it is to make outdoor privacy screens to not only enhance the look of your porch and give you a bit more shade, but also give you privacy and hide unattractive views such as your neighbor's trash cans.
With a little ingenuity and vinyl lattice panels, we managed to create extra ambiance and privacy on our back porch. Why not make your outdoor spaces the best they can be? A year or so after writing this page, we added yet another panel. See our update and video below. 
Before: Stepping back, here's how our porch looked before the privacy panels
After: Back porch with decorative vinyl lattice privacy panelsThe outdoor privacy panels provide a visual filter and we gain a sense of privacy without giving up our overall view. Instead of using typical treated lattice or thin vinyl lattice from home supply stores, we opted for custom vinyl lattice from Acurio Latticeworks.At 1/4 thick, the lattice comes in a variety of styles and can usually be custom made to your specifications and design. It is also super easy to cut. We opted for a square pattern to match our porch skirting underneath the porch. We ordered these panels through Home Depot; however, you can also purchase larger sized panels directly from Acurio Latticeworks (contact information below). Here's a general guide as to how I made the privacy screen panels for our back porch which you can use to make your own. Your project will probably have different dimension requirements so you will have to modify our guide to fit your specific needs. How to Make Porch Privacy Panels - Materials and ToolsVinyl Lattice Panels
Cedar and vinyl lattice for privacy panel
How to Porch Privacy Panels - ConstructionCut List
Cut Dados and Rabbets
Dadoes and rabbet cuts on boards
Privacy Panel Assembly InstructionsAfter all parts have been cut, dry fit the panel and make any necessary adjustments.Glue and clamp the panel together. I pre-drilled pilot holes and inserted one deck screw into each frame joint. I stained the panel using natural stain. Position on porch and secure with deck screws, using a drill as needed. 
Privacy panel attached to top rail - note the matching skirting
Privacy screen panels add ambianceWe Needed a Slanted Panel for the StairsBecause we wanted a bit more privacy on the back side of our porch, we needed to add an additional panel going partially down the stairs. We made it the same way but cut the vinyl panel at an angle since it needed the match the line of the stair railing.To do so, we placed the panel in position against the top rail so we could mark the angle to make a perfect fit. 
Marking vinyl lattice to fit angle of railing
Vinyl lattice cut to fit angleWe cut and assembled the parts in the same manner as above.
Privacy panel partsThis panel provides just the right amount of privacy we were wanting.
Aesthetically pleasing privacy panel
Both privacy panels in placeUpdate: Adding an Additional Privacy PanelOn one section of our back porch, we used a curtain for privacy. But over time, we decided it wasn't the best solution for us.The curtain blew in the wind a lot and got tangled up and we were constantly fussing with it. So we decided to create another privacy panel to match the others. Video: How to Make Porch Privacy PanelsWatch as Dave provides details of making the frames for the lattice panels
Close-up of our finished lattice privacy panel
Another view of our new DIY privacy screen
Before and after of replacing the curtain with a lattice privacy panel
We like the new look much better; the curtains became tangled around the rod as the wind blew.
Had we decided to keep them, we would have come up with a better solution.
Why Do We Love Privacy on Our Porches?It's no secret that most of us enjoy some privacy on our porch and here's why:Plain and simple, most of us prefer to relax and unwind without feeling that we are being seen by passersby or neighbors. A bit of privacy helps us feel that our porch is a part of our home rather than a more public place. Sometimes the view we have from our porch isn't the most appealing. Could be we live on a busy street or our view is of a neighbor's garbage cans. Either way, blocking an unwelcome view makes our porch more pleasant. Another reason where privacy is appreciated is when we want to read, listen to music, meditate or just listen to the birds. Of course, we love our neighbors but sometimes we desire the tranquility of peaceful times. And lastly, privacy on our porch allows us to entertain our family and friends more comfortably. Privacy helps our guests feel more at ease. We hope you enjoy learning how to make porch privacy panels. We are super happy with our backyard privacy screens and found it to be a fairly easy DIY project. Maybe you can gain some precious privacy for those times when you want to enjoy some solitude on your porch. And just as a final note, I fondly remember my dad making an outdoor privacy wall on his back patio. My Dad was an expert handy man, meaning he could make or do just about anything. His patio was directly behind his garage. So he built backyard privacy screens on either side of his patio, allowing him and my mom to sit there quietly and enjoy the birds and the trees. We Enjoy Working with Custom Vinyl LatticeMary and I really like using vinyl lattice from Acurio Latticeworks. Get more vinyl lattice screen ideas right here. We've used it as porch and deck skirting, privacy panels, and other projects as well.
Acurio Latticeworks privacy panel with palm tree design
We've gathered more ideas for creating a privacy porchWe hope that you enjoyed learning how to make porch privacy panels. They dress up our porch as much as they offer filtered privacy. We like ours. Look at These Porch Trellis Ideas for Privacy
If you want to create privacy on your porch, get inspiration from these porch trellis pictures. Sometimes vines and planters can be used to create a sense of privacy, plus add beauty!
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