Brown 5ft Ridged Slats for Chain Link Fence - Privacy

In this review of the Brown Ridged Slats cut for a 5ft chain link fence, the bottom line is simple: this product is for homeowners and facilities that want a durable, high-coverage privacy solution without weaving or complex installation. The reviewer found the 56.5' long, 1.25' wide bottom-locking slats deliver substantial visual screening and straightforward installation for standard 5ft 11 or 9 gauge, 2' diamond chain link. If you need a permanent, weather-resistant upgrade to an existing chain link fence and your fence is not on a steep slope, these slats are worth considering.

Key Features

• Designed length: Cut to about 56.5' to fit typical 5ft chain link, ensuring proper engagement with the mesh when installed fully.
• Privacy coverage: Bottom-locking Ridged Slats provide approximately 85 percent blockage in 2' diamond chain link for strong visual screening.
• Material and warranty: Made in the USA from HDPE with color concentrate and UV inhibitors and covered by a 30-year tube slat warranty for long-term durability.
• Pack contents: Each box includes 82 W-shaped slats and three 42' pieces of Viper Channel, enough to cover about 10 linear ft of 2' diamond mesh.
• Versatile fit: Also works in economy chain link with larger diamonds, though privacy decreases as diamond size grows.

Who It's For

This product suits homeowners, schools, small businesses, and facilities with existing 5ft chain link fence fabric who want a permanent privacy solution that resists sun and weather. It is especially good for fences built with 5ft 11 or 9 gauge wire and a 2' diamond where the 56.5' slat length and bottom-lock design engage securely for high blockage.

Those who should look elsewhere include owners of fences on steep slopes (the slats are not suitable for steep grades) and anyone needing to raise fence height because these slats cannot be used to extend a fence. Also consider alternative profiles if you require different insertion methods or a different aesthetic.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High privacy: about 85 percent blockage in standard 2' diamond mesh for good visual screening.
• Durable construction: HDPE with UV inhibitors and domestic manufacture gives long-term weather resistance.
• Easy install: customers report no weaving and straightforward insertion when slats are fully seated in the mesh.
• Good value: wider extrusion and efficient packaging provide many slats per box for cost-effective coverage.

Cons

• Not for steep slopes and cannot increase fence height, so it is limited to level fence runs of compatible size.
• Coverage decreases with larger diamond sizes, so privacy is lower in economy chain link fabrics.

Specifications

Our Verdict

For anyone with a standard 5ft chain link fence and a want for reliable, long-lasting privacy, these brown 5ft bottom-locking Ridged Slats are a practical and cost-effective choice. They offer high visual blockage, durable HDPE construction, and simple installation, making them a smart upgrade for yards, schools, and commercial sites - provided the fence is compatible and not on a steep slope.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these slats extend my fence height?
No. These slats are not designed to increase fence height and must be installed fully inside the existing mesh.

How much coverage will I get with larger diamond mesh?
Coverage falls with larger diamonds: about 80% for 2-1/4' diamond and about 75% for 2-3/8' economy fabric.

Does one box cover 10 ft of fence?
Yes, one box with 82 slats and Viper Channel covers roughly 10 linear ft of 2' diamond chain link; larger diamonds use fewer slats but still use all track provided.