Don't get me wrong, I love the modern slatted fences I chose for my Mediterranean-style courtyard garden, but let's face it — nothing in life is perfect. These panels look great, especially for what I paid for them, but from installation issues to questionable privacy and problems with climbing plants, I thought I'd share a few lessons I've learned along the way
Now, it's fair to say that not all slatted garden fences are created equal. I was using an off-the-shelf panel, made by Forest Gate, and available from a lot of retailers, including Toolstation. They are, realistically, a lot cheaper than many bespoke options, made from basic treated timber rather than expensive exotic woods.
