Returning to live in the countryside is a trend that we've been seeing on social networks for some years now. People who embark on this adventure buy property in a rural
setting. However, they are also looking for a degree of privacy from their neighbours. This underlines the importance of opting for solutions that provide privacy from sometimes intrusive onlookers. So what are the best options?
They top the list of equipment you can use to protect your home from prying eyes. These accessories are aesthetically pleasing and, above all, sturdy. You can personalise them down to the smallest detail, and use them for many years, provided you look after them properly. Wrought iron gates and wicket doors are the most popular models on the market. However, you can also opt for gates made of :
The advantage of wood composite gates is that they can be installed in almost any region. Of course, it all depends on the style of your home's exterior. The most important thing is to ensure a certain harmony between the fence and the property in question. You should also consider the ease with which the fence can be maintained when making your choice.
Vegetated fences are also an option for rural privacy. If necessary, you could of course combine them with a fence made from a hard material. Plants that can be used include :
Depending on the configuration of your building, this vegetation can cover a brick fence, for example. This will allow you to benefit from all the advantages mentioned above. Obviously, these plant solutions cannot be used as gates. The latter will need to be chosen with the greatest care, to form a beautiful combination with the plants. Hedges and trees, on the other hand, can act as excellent privacy barriers.
You'll need to install them in particular places around the house, depending on the position of your neighbours. A plant fence made up of hedges or trees is very useful at heights. You won't get the same benefit from a conventional fence. However, you will need to comply with the various regulations governing the use of plants to protect your property from prying eyes. Find out more from your local council.
These are certainly classic options for protecting your privacy in a house, but they can be customised. The design of brick has the advantage of being timeless, and a coat of paint can change its appearance. The same is true of stone, and concrete now comes in a variety of textures. As a result, your boundary wall can be designed to meet both practical and aesthetic needs.
To play the originality card, you could even opt to install gabions around your house. These are structures made of metal, which are then filled with stones. They've been fashionable for some time now, and offer excellent protection against the elements. In addition to this function, walls made of hard materials can also be used to support structures such as:
In most cases, however, putting up a low wall to enclose a house is a permanent solution. While it will protect you from prying eyes, it cannot be removed as easily as a hedge. So take the time to think about your project before choosing this option.
Isolating the whole house is not always necessary in rural areas, to protect your privacy from neighbours. Focus on a particular area, such as :
The swimming pool ;
The terrace; is more than enough.
Blackout panels are available for this purpose, and offer a degree of practicality. They also have the particularity of not going out of fashion, so you can use them for years. However, some property owners are looking for more stylish options. In this case, it's best to rely on composite slats to protect the privacy of a home's inhabitants. A better result can be achieved by combining:
Blackout panels;
Decorative slats.
The latter can be perforated, giving them the appearance of a screen. The home can then benefit from excellent ventilation and optimised light.
