ColourTree Customized Size Black 3 ft x 55 Balcony Privacy Screen

In this review the ColourTree Customized Size Black 3 ft x 55 balcony privacy screen is evaluated for apartment balconies, patios and chain link fences; the single biggest reason to buy is durability combined with strong privacy performance. The reviewer found the product made from 170 GSM 100% virgin HDPE and treated with UV stabilized compound, so it resists fading and tearing under sun exposure while still allowing enough light and airflow. Installation is straightforward and the reinforced grommets and binding make this a practical long-term privacy solution.

Key Features

• 170 GSM virgin HDPE: Heavyweight fabric uses 100% non-recycled material for greater longevity and resistance to sun damage compared with recycled alternatives.
• UV stabilized compound: Laboratory-tested to withstand extended sun exposure, helping the fabric avoid drying out, tearing and significant fading over time.
• 90% visibility blockage: Provides effective privacy for chain link, cyclone and welded wire fences while still allowing air and water to pass through.
• Reinforced edges and grommets: Stainless grommets placed every 12 in vertically and 24 in horizontally with 3 in binding reduce stress on attachment points in windy conditions.
• Versatile use: Works as a patio shade, greenhouse or kennel screen and is breathable so plants and outdoor areas remain ventilated and rain-permeable.
• 3 year limited warranty: Backed by a warranty under normal use and weather, with customer support available for consultation.

Who It's For

The ColourTree 3 ft x 55 screen is best for apartment dwellers, homeowners and renters who need an affordable, long-lasting privacy barrier for a 3 ft fence or balcony railing. It suits anyone wanting a durable, low-maintenance option that blocks most sightlines while allowing airflow and light, and it is particularly useful where sun exposure would quickly degrade lesser fabrics.

Those who should look elsewhere include buyers who need a fully opaque blackout curtain or decorative patterned screen rather than a functional privacy windscreen, and people who require a shorter warranty or specific color-matched customization beyond the standard black offering.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High material quality with 170 GSM virgin HDPE that customers report as durable and well stitched.
• Excellent privacy performance while still permitting light and airflow.
• Installation is easy and the extra stainless grommets and reinforced binding improve wind resistance.
• Multiuse design works for patios, gardens, greenhouses and kennel areas.

Cons

• Not fully opaque; it blocks about 90% of visibility but remains slightly see-through for light and ventilation.
• Only provided in the listed size and standard black color, so custom color options are limited.

Specifications

Brand	ColourTree
Material	170 GSM 100% virgin HDPE
Height	3 ft
Length	55 ft
UV Testing	20000 hours laboratory UV testing
Visibility Blockage	Approximately 90%
Warranty	Limited 3 years

Our Verdict

The ColourTree 3 ft x 55 balcony privacy screen is a solid value for anyone needing a rugged, breathable privacy barrier that stands up to sun and wind. Its 170 GSM virgin HDPE construction, reinforced grommets and a 3 year warranty make it a practical long-term choice for patios, fences and gardening uses where good privacy and durability matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this fit a standard 3 ft balcony railing?
The product is actually 3 ft high and designed to fit 3 ft fences or balcony railings exactly.

Can water and air pass through the material?
Yes, the breathable woven fabric allows water and air to pass while still providing about 90% visibility blockage.

Are the grommets reinforced for windy locations?
Yes, stainless grommets are spaced every 12 in vertically and 24 in horizontally and the edges have 3 in reinforced binding for extra strength.