Windscreens vs. Slats for Chain Link Fencing

If you have ever wanted some privacy or wind protection from your chain link fence, you should consider installing some slats or a windscreen. Both options provide extra coverage on your chain link fence that can block the wind, reduce visibility and increase aesthetics. This can be useful for a variety of fences, from small scale fences up to major baseball stadiums’ fencing.

Windscreen Advantages

A windscreen is mesh fabric you can attach to your chain link fence. Windscreens are particularly great for stadiums and sporting venues because they come in a wide variety of colors and can be special ordered with text, pictures or logos. This option can be semi-translucent to opaque, providing you with just the right amount of privacy.

Windscreen Disadvantages

Windscreens are easier to install than slats, but they are also more temporary. They do not always make great permanent solutions and are most effective in the short term.

Slat Advantages

Slats are installed in the weave of a chain-link fence. This means they are a more permanent fixture and take longer to install. Slats can be made of plastic, wood, or metal. They are available in many colors and can be installed in alternating patterns.

Slat Disadvantages

While slats look nice and provide a more permanent and in-depth installation, slats also generally cost more and can’t provide the same customization options as windscreens.

In the end, deciding whether you should choose a windscreen or slats depends on how permanent you would like the fixture to be and what particular qualities you’re looking for. Windscreens offer more customization and are easier to install, but are best used as temporary fixtures. Slats have a nicer overall look and are more permanent, but also offer fewer decorative options and are more time consuming to install.

Visit American Fence Rental today to get a free quote on our windscreens and slats.