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Add texture and interest to a wall or fence with this quick and easy D.I.Y. bamboo screening project. With just a tape measure, wire cutters and some staple nails, you can enhance plain surfaces and create a soothing backdrop in your own backyard, ready to decorate with potted plants, bunting or outdoor lights. Best of all, it’s affordable and temporary, perfect for renters.
Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, ear muffs, gloves and mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.
Based on the measurements, you may need to cut your screening to size. If you do, mark the measurement of your wall or fence on the screening and use wire cutters to cut it to size. (Make sure you're wearing safety gloves for this.)
Twist the wires at the end to get rid of the sharp edges. If your wall or fence is longer or higher than one screen, you can layer screens next to or on top of each other, linking them together by unravelling the wire on one end of the screen and re-twisting it with the wires on the edge of the second screen.
Now it's time to fix the screen to your fence. If you’re doing this by yourself, hammer a nail into the top corner of your fence and hang the screening on the nail. This will keep it up while you secure the rest of it with staple nails. Work your way along the top until you reach the end of the screen, then repeat at the middle and bottom.
It’s important that the bamboo doesn’t touch the ground; this will keep it away from moisture and help prevent decay.
The only thing left to do now is decorate! Add outdoor lights, bunting or potted plants in front of it to create a sanctuary that suits your style.
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
