Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Styx555 on April 10, 2007, 12:50:31 pm
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Thinking of putting a privacy fence around the tub. Any suggestions in terms of what looks good?
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you mean just around the tub or an entire yard?
what are the details?
people looking in from next door?..upstairs?
people looking in from street or alley?
you need how many sides private?
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Try doing a google search for "privacy fence designs". There are lots of websites where you can get ideas of different designs. Some also offer prints from which to build from.
Good luck.
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What Zep said is true, you have to analyze what your trying to block.
Generally a 6' high fence is the best for privacy. Make sure if it's just around the tub that you leave space to walk around the tub, approx 2' on each side.
If you have enough space a living fence is the way to go. Bambo grows like a weed and forms a nice 20' high screen.
As far as regular fencing, it depends on your taste and the design of your home. I like the 6' high with the top 1' with lattice. I just saw a similar fence where the top 1' had what looked like railing balisters instead of lattice. I like the idea of not a solid 6' high fence.
Definately do a web search as tubless suggested.
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I live in a townhome community, so all my neighbors are right "on top" of me. Actually, the basement of the people behind me, is level with my 2nd floor. So they really are on top of me. I opted for the full privacy panels for this reason instead of the panels that have the top 12" lattice. I'll sacrafice some looks for some privacy anyday. Also, I like exterior things to be as maintenance free as possible. Thus is why I went with the pvc. Plus it's a cleaner look. Here's a pic......
(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r165/tileman_photos/IMG_0014.jpg)
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Thinking of putting a privacy fence [glow]around the tub[/glow].
you mean just around the tub or an entire yard?
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But WHYNOT....If the yard is tiny....and you are
placing a privacy fence "around the tub" then it is in effect
the "entire yard".
If it is not a tiny yard it may call for a different approach.
I am just trying to get a visual image before offering a solution.
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Thanks to all for the helpful tips. The yard itself is fairly large with a chain link fence currently in place. Since we back onto a large field, my intent is to put up a fence around the tub, to create privacy from the field and our neighbors. I like WHYNOT's setup, however would do 3 sides as opposed to 2 sides (leaving the side facing the house empty).
Also have considered bushes or trees, however am concerned about them attracting more bugs around the tub. Bamboo will not grow up here in Canada due to the climate.
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Bamboo will not grow up here in Canada due to the climate.
Check this out Styx
http://www.bambooworld.com/baminf.htm
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Here are some ideas....
(http://www.calspas.com/gazebos/images/surround/k.jpg)
http://www.calspas.com/hot_tubs/surrounddetail~a~11~b~2005.htm
(http://www.jacuzzibarrie.com/images/Photo%20Gallery%20Tub%20blue%20lattice%20320x240.jpg)
(http://www.jacuzzibarrie.com/images/Install_StoneHouse%20348.jpg)
(http://www.us-fence.com/IMG-PRIV/temp2.jpg)
http://www.us-fence.com/HTML/privacy.html
(http://www.hockinghills.com/glennacres/glenn14.jpg)
(http://www.rhtubs.com/images/hottubs/hottub29.jpg)
(http://www.rhtubs.com/images/hottubs/hottub28.jpg)
(http://www.hortonhousebb.com/images/hottub.jpg)
(http://www.midlandvinylproducts.com/images/Hot%20Tub%20Enclosure.JPG)
(http://www.mountainchalets.com/Rentals/pictures/GVIEW/GVIEW_HTub.jpg)
(http://www.atlantadecking.com/Images/enlarge/344.jpg)
(http://www.skeetertent.com/jpegs/skeetertent01.JPEG)
http://www.skeetertent.com/
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here are a few pics to show my current set-up...any advice to add more privacy would be great!
(http://babylakhani2.tripod.com/tub1)
(http://babylakhani2.tripod.com/tub2)
(http://babylakhani2.tripod.com/tub3)
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Styx.....are you really not interested in putting up a nice wood fence?
With the school over the way and development seemingly heading
your way it seems like a nice wood fence is what will be needed
eventually.
It appears if you want to keep your "view" it may even work to put
a short wood fence that would give you a significant amount of privacy
but still allow you to see your "view" of the rolling terrain near your
home. BTW....very nice set-up and spa!
If you don't want a whole new fence I suppose you could do a
slightly larger version of this with your choice of material....
(http://www.upright-fence.com/images/arbors/cottagecornerpicket.jpg)
(http://www.plasticlumberyard.com/pvc/fencing/images/cambium1.gif)
or maybe a nicer version of something like this?
(http://www.carlsfence.net/images/chain6.jpg)
http://www.thatchshades.com./fencing.htm
(http://www.fencing-online.com/images_templ/Mgolfswing.jpg)
http://www.fencing-online.com/fence_inserts_2_ctg.htm
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Zep, wood fencing in not out, however I'm concerned how it would look. The field behind is a city park and will never be developed. The view is nice however with the number of people walking in the park, we don;t have much privacy when in the tub. Since we already have the chain link, if we did put up a wood privacy fence just around the tub, I'm wondering if it will look odd? Do not want t a full fence around the entire yard as we do not want to lose the view entirely.
If we do a fence, it will look a lot like WHYNOT's, however on 3 sides and not 4.
My other question, will plants/bushes/shrubs attract a lot more bugs?
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Styx....
Gotcha....I better understand where you are coming from.
I wonder if at first...before you spend much money....
you might consider painting the entire chain-link fence
black like you see at tennis courts....in my opinion
black chain-link has a more classy look.
Then you could place black mesh in the parts of the
chain link fence just where you need the privacy.....
I bet being all black (the fence and the mesh) that it
would all blend in and look pretty good and still allow
for the view.
Your fence would look like this:
(http://www.anchorfencemaine.com/images/cedar/Black-Vinyl.jpg)
And then the part you need more privacy could have the mesh like this:
(http://www.collinscompany.com/mall/Outfield_Fence_Screen.JPG)
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Zep, I like the black fence idea with the mesh.
Another reason for putting up something closer to the tub is wind resistance. Since we back onto the field, it gets fairly windy in the tub on cold nights. Having something bloking the wind would make it more comfortable in the tub!
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Styx, I think a line of arbortivea(?) shrubs would look great.
(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r165/tileman_photos/100_0541.jpg)
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I like the shrubs as well, but the wife's wrried about them attracting more bugs?
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I like the shrubs as well, but the wife's wrried about them attracting more bugs?
Have you spoken to anyone at a local nuserary? I don't think swarming bugs when I think hedges. You might get a few, but do you think there will be enough to be a concern? I'd rather have the natural hedge, than a fence.
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Have you spoken to anyone at a local nuserary? I don't think swarming bugs when I think hedges. You might get a few, but do you think there will be enough to be a concern? I'd rather have the natural hedge, than a fence.
I grew up working for my BIL's nursery in my teen years. Evergreens may have some bugs but they are few and not the swarming type (there may be exceptions). I don't ever remember us having bug problems and I sold/watered/loaded/unloaded/planted shrubs for a few years in upstate NY where bugs were pelntyful othewise. Now if you're building a hedge out of flowering types of trees/bushes then that's another story of course.
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I was looking for a way to privacy fence 2 sides of my tub which is on a deck and ran across this:
http://www.deckmateusa.com
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I was looking for a way to privacy fence 2 sides of my tub which is on a deck and ran across this:
http://www.deckmateusa.com
Notice their "partner" in the lower LH corner? :o
Regardless, it looks like a nice system. Do you know the cost? Did you install it? If so, how does it handle wind?
FWIW, I have the same lawnmower and outdoor shower, but a different wife. ;) I'm sure she has never used it, because it is hooked up to a cold faucet.
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No I didn't see the partner logo but I did ask for a quote on a 60 inch tall one and will let you know.
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Thanks! :)
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Yeah I like WHYNOT's idea of a a nice hedge as well....
but it might take a while to fill in and perform the duty
you want.
Not sure where you live, but swarming bugs around
a hedge would not be an issue here in Dallas.
Plus most of my soaking is done in the winter months
when there are no bugs.
I nice hedge would also add to a more natural
look and feel.....In my opinion people don't
work enough at creating an "environment"
around their tub to help create a certain mood
and feel....I think it really adds to the whole
experience having your tub in a relaxing zen-garden
or natural, peacful like setting instead of just sitting
on a concrete slab. And pretty much any setting
can be "dressed up" with landscaping unless the
tub is already part of a pool setting which is a
different topic.
This is a nice layered look:
(http://www.hotgardens.net/privet_hedge_deergrass_skirt_crop.JPG)
This is crazy!
(http://www.knebworthhouse.com/locations/img/hedge.jpg)
(http://www.hedgesonline.com/images/YewHedge.jpg)
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Hey that Deckmate privacy screen looks like a
pretty cool product if you choose to go that route...
BEFORE:
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/HotTub_Beforea.jpg)
AFTER:
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/HotTub_After.jpg)
DeckMate Privacy Screen...
Now outdoor privacy is as easy as it is indoors...
...Just pull the shade!
The DeckMate Privacy Wall is a retractable, removable screen
that attaches easily to virtually any surface.
DeckMate provides instant privacy and the opportunity to enjoy
and define your space outdoors.
Our DeckMate housing unit is made of durable aluminum and then
powder-coated to prevent chipping and peeling. The privacy screen
is made of high-grade fabric that is weather proof and mildew resistant.
http://www.deckmateusa.com/
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/hottub1.jpg)
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/Backyard1.jpg)
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/girl_screen.jpg)
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/3_Screens.jpg)
(http://www.deckmateusa.com/Images/OpenPoles.jpg)
If ya go with the Deckmate....keep in mind where the poles will be
when it's not in use and if you will have a cover-lifter and how the
poles might effect a cover-lifter placement.
The poles might look kind of weird when not in use...
I think I would go with really cool looking landscaping
and/or hedge.
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OK, finally convinved to go with a cedar hedge rather than a fence. That being said, any reccomendations on how far away to plant from my cement slab? I don;t want to dig too close (ie inches away) for fear of loosening up the stones under the slab but also want it close enough to give me privacy and wind protection around the tub. See pics in posts above for tub layout. Also, am getting hedge that is already 6 feet high.
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Notice their "partner" in the lower LH corner? :o
Regardless, it looks like a nice system. Do you know the cost? Did you install it? If so, how does it handle wind?
FWIW, I have the same lawnmower and outdoor shower, but a different wife. ;) I'm sure she has never used it, because it is hooked up to a cold faucet.
Reese I finally got that price quote after a second inquiry.
The 60in list at 550.00, you can have it for 500.00 plus S&H
Thank you Ron any ? 860-690-7054
Seems a little spendy to me!
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Finally got around to planting the cedars. Thanks to all for the great advice. I now realise how much nicer it is sitting in a tub facing cedars as opposed to a fence!
Before:
(http://babylakhani2.tripod.com/tub1)
After:
(http://babylakhani2.tripod.com/tub4)
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Styxx....Tommy Shaw would be proud!
What a difference!
Really nice.
(http://entimg.msn.com/img/prov_u/150_80/00731454038720_800x800.jpg)