Privacy screens are necessary when two-story neighboring homes or close property boundaries give outsiders a direct view into your deck, patio, or outdoor living space. They are also ideal when you need an attractive enclosure to hide unsightly utility areas such as water tanks, heat pumps, air conditioners, or garbage bins. Additionally, privacy screens serve as effective windbreaks to block harsh, chilling prevailing winds across your entertaining area without having to build a solid, full-height boundary wall.