SUNLAX Privacy Fence Screen 5ft x 68ft - Heavy Duty Mesh Fence Cover

In this review of the SUNLAX Privacy Fence Screen 5' x 68' the bottom line is practical: this heavy duty mesh cover is for homeowners who want reliable visual privacy and sun protection without blocking airflow. The reviewer found the 100% new HDPE weave delivers a solid 90% visible coverage and roughly 85%-90% shading while still allowing wind to pass through, so yards stay private and plants remain shaded. Installation is straightforward and the reinforced edges and grommets make it a sensible choice for patios, pools and chain link fences.

Key Features

• Quality materials: The 100% new HDPE construction offers durable fabric that resists UV damage and holds up in outdoor conditions.
• High privacy coverage: About 90% visible coverage keeps neighbors and passersby from seeing into the yard while still permitting airflow.
• UV and shade protection: The fabric provides an 85%-90% shading rate and 95% UV protection to help shield outdoor living areas and garden plants.
• Reinforced attachment: Aluminum grommets spaced 12 in vertically and 24 in horizontally with 1.4 in reinforced binding make the screen easier to secure and more wind resistant.
• Customizable sizing: The product can be customized to size and color needs with a stated material tolerance, useful for trimming to fit nonstandard fences.
• Low maintenance: The mesh hides dust and reduces noise from barking dogs while remaining easy to rinse or wipe clean.

Who It's For

The SUNLAX Privacy Fence Screen is best for homeowners and renters with chain link or post-and-wire fences who want a durable, breathable privacy solution that also reduces sun exposure. It suits patios, pool areas, backyards and spaces where wind flow is desired instead of a solid barrier.

It is less appropriate for someone who needs a fully opaque visual block or decorative paneling, or for ultra-precise installations where less than a few inches of sizing tolerance would be unacceptable. Buyers who need a rigid, structured fence replacement should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Durable HDPE fabric that delivers strong UV protection and long-term outdoor performance.
• Effective privacy with about 90% visible coverage while allowing airflow and reducing dust.
• Reinforced edges and widely spaced aluminum grommets make installation with zip ties or ties straightforward and secure.
• Good value for the size with customization available for unusual fence dimensions.

Cons

• Material has a tolerance of up to 4 in due to elasticity, so exact-fit installations may need trimming or adjustment.
• Not completely opaque, so it does not provide total visual blackout for every use case.

Specifications

Product type	Heavy duty mesh privacy fence screen
Material	100% new HDPE
Coverage	About 90% visible coverage
Shading rate	Approximately 85%-90%
UV protection	About 95%
Grommet spacing	12 in vertical, 24 in horizontal
Binding	Black reinforced 1.4 in edge binding

Our Verdict

The SUNLAX 5' x 68' privacy fence screen is a practical, cost-effective solution for people who need strong privacy, UV protection and airflow on a chain link or backyard fence. Its durable HDPE fabric, reinforced edges and sensible grommet layout make it a good value for typical outdoor privacy needs, though buyers requiring absolute opacity or exact-cut sizing should plan for adjustments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this screen fit a 5 ft tall chain link fence?
Yes, the product sold as 5' x 68' is designed for a 5 ft height, but expect up to a 4 in tolerance from elasticity and allow for fastening.

How is the screen attached to a fence?
Use zip ties, rope or other fasteners through the aluminum grommets spaced 12 in vertically and 24 in horizontally for secure mounting.

Does it block sunlight and UV?
The mesh provides about 85%-90% shading and roughly 95% UV protection to reduce sun exposure while permitting airflow.