I built a Lowe’s privacy fence for just $550

Jun 07, 2023

A DIY expert has revealed a solution to your privacy woes with a hack to build a cheap fence.

The farmer shared the privacy solution on TikTok as he wanted to screen off his Airbnb rental property.

Robb (@robbininthetrees) regularly shares clips from his farm, especially his chicken coop.

However, his Easy Privacy Fence video has got the most attention with over 12,600 views.

In the caption, he wrote: "Here's a quick (temp) solution for extra privacy around our farm Airbnb rental home.

"We used bamboo fencing purchased from Lowes!

"Easy day hut still more to do!"

Robb filmed the short chain-link fence that runs around the perimeter of the Airbnb property.

The farmer admits that while the fence is lengthy, his process is cheaper than removing it and replacing it altogether.

Instead, he used the pre-existing fence as a guide and support for his bamboo rolls from Lowes.

Robb attached the dark brown bamboo rolls along the chain-link fence.

This meant that no one could see through the fence anymore and it almost doubled the height of the original fencing.

Viewers said that the end result looks great and asked for further details in a bid to recreate the fence at their own home.

"How much was the fencing?" one viewer asked.

The farmer explained: "We paid $55 a panel 6x8, so far we've used 10 panels.

"Certainly not cheap, but much cheaper than us pulling down the existing chain link fence."

Meanwhile, TikTokers Kristina and Steph (@openhouseaustin) revealed how a more permanent privacy fence can be constructed in a few hours for just $200.