When we move to a new house, it can happen that the fence of our neighbor is not aesthetical enough. Although our house and garden are neat, we cannot ignore what we see from the window or terrace. Since it is not our property, it can’t be changed, but there are other solutions.
The fence can be covered with panels made of rush/cane purchasable in rolls. We can choose among several heights and their price is quite good. They should be fixed to the fence with wires. Since it is a natural material, fits for most of the gardens.
The side of the fence towards us can be even painted. It will be probably a great complementary of the sight in a bright color, so the handicap could be turned into a benefit this way. Mostly choosing green color similar to the plants around can help a lot, this way we get an opposite effect, namely the fence will fade into the sight. More creative or playful people can paint a landscape or any other „painting” on it. The special mood is guaranteed.
Planting a hedge or higher shrubs in front of it is a simpler but more expensive solution (holly berry, thuja, cherry-laurel etc.). Large surface of the embarrassing fence can be covered with denser planting.
Also a „green” solution to fix a grid to the fence and let the plants grow up on it. The trellis can be shaped, this way a more complex sight can be reached when the plants grow over it. Always take notice of the features of the soil and the sunlight penetration when choosing and planting plants.
If we are looking for a less fixed solution, we can pop up the sight with potted plants and several decorating elements. For example, plants in color pots can be placed at the bottom of the fence. The surface of the fence can be decorated with picture frames in bright colors, mirrors (take care of reflecting the sunlight!), wall mounted flower holders or other objects we like and which bear the changing weather. Many decorative objects can be found for this from the bicycle wheel, through letters made of wood, to bird feeders. Using bright colors is not necessary if the style of the garden/house requires something else.
Ask for help of an interior designer for making the outdoor parts of the house esthetic.