ColourTree Customized Size Fence Screen Privacy Screen Grey 8 ft x 157

In this review the ColourTree Customized Size Fence Screen is presented as a practical privacy solution for homeowners and small businesses who need a heavy duty, long run cover for chain link or cyclone fences. The bottom line: this product stands out because it uses 170 GSM 100% virgin HDPE with UV stabilized compounds, which makes it noticeably thicker and more resistant to sun damage than recycled alternatives, so it is aimed at buyers who want a durable, near-opaque barrier that still breathes.

Key Features

• Material: Made of 170 GSM 100% virgin HDPE, which provides a thicker, more durable fabric than recycled options.
• UV Protection: Treated with UV stabilized compound after 20000 hours of lab testing to reduce drying, tearing and fading over time.
• True Fit: Actual height is 7 ft 9 in so it fits an 8 ft fence without excess sag or trimming for a neat installation.
• Privacy: Offers about 90% visibility blockage, useful for screening yards, pools, patios and construction sites while still allowing airflow.
• Reinforced Edges: Black 3 in reinforced binding and stainless copper grommets placed every 12 in vertically and 24 in horizontally for stronger wind resistance.
• Versatile Use: Breathable weave allows water and air through, so it doubles as shade cloth or greenhouse protection for plants.

Who It's For

This fence screen is best for homeowners, landscapers and small commercial operators who need a long, continuous privacy barrier on chain link or welded wire fences and who value UV stability and a thicker fabric. It works well for pool enclosures, pet pens, backyard privacy, and temporary screening around construction or landscaping projects.

Those who need a decorative, opaque wood-like panel or a completely waterproof tarp should look elsewhere; this product is a porous, breathable HDPE fabric designed to block visibility and sun while allowing airflow rather than creating a rigid or fully water-tight barrier.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Thicker 170 GSM virgin HDPE delivers better tear and fade resistance than recycled screens.
• High privacy with roughly 90% visibility blockage while remaining breathable for plants and airflow.
• Reinforced 3 in binding and multiple stainless copper grommets increase wind durability and installation security.
• Actual 7 ft 9 in height fits 8 ft fences neatly without significant trimming.

Cons

• Some customers report mixed durability around eyelets, so installers should ensure even tension and use the included cable zip ties carefully.
• Not a solid, waterproof barrier - it is porous by design, which may not suit every use case.

Specifications

Brand	ColourTree
Material	170 GSM 100% virgin HDPE
Actual Height	7 ft 9 in
Pack Length	157 ft
Visibility Blockage	About 90%
Grommets & Binding	Stainless copper grommets, 3 in reinforced black binding
Warranty	Limited 3 years under normal use

Our Verdict

The ColourTree 170 GSM fence screen is a sensible buy for anyone needing a long, heavy duty privacy screen that resists UV degradation better than recycled alternatives. Its reinforced edges and close grommet spacing make it a practical, value-oriented choice for fences, pool areas and plant shading, though careful installation around eyelets will prolong lifespan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this fit an 8 ft fence?
Yes. The actual height is 7 ft 9 in, designed to fit an 8 ft fence without excessive trimming.

Is the fabric waterproof?
No. The fabric is breathable HDPE that allows water and air through; it is intended for shade and privacy, not to be fully waterproof.

Are grommets strong enough for windy locations?
Grommets are stainless copper with reinforced 3 in binding and placed frequently for added wind resistance, though even tension and proper cable ties help prevent eyelet issues.