Wave Slat Single Wall Bottom Locking Privacy Slat - 5 ft Green

In this review of the Wave Slat single wall bottom locking privacy slat, the bottom line is simple: it is a practical, long-lasting way to add privacy and clean visual appeal to a 5 ft chain link fence. The reviewer found it best for homeowners or property managers who need a durable, weather-resistant slat that installs into the bottom locking channel and keeps the top of a 5 ft fence looking uniform. The strongest reason to buy is the combination of HDPE construction with UV inhibitors and a 30-year limited warranty that promises longer life than typical wind screens or tape.

Key Features

• Designed Height: Cut to sit properly on a 5 ft fence so slats finish below the top rail and accommodate the bottom locking channel for a neat look.
• Privacy Coverage: For a 2 in diamond weave the slats provide about 85% privacy, making them effective at blocking views and hiding unsightly areas.
• Durable Material: Made from HDPE with UV inhibitors, the slats resist fading and hold up in both hot and cold climates better than wind screen or tape.
• Complete Kit: Each box contains 82 slats and 10 ft of bottom locking channel, which is enough to cover roughly 10 linear ft of fence with a 2 in diamond.
• Compatibility: Fits 2 in to 2.375 in diamond and 9 to 11.5 gauge wire, so it works with most residential and commercial chain link fences.
• Warranty: Backed by a 30-year limited warranty, offering long-term confidence compared with short-lived alternatives.

Who It's For

Homeowners, landscapers, and commercial property managers who want a tidy, long-term privacy solution for a 5 ft chain link fence will find this product useful. It is especially suited for yards, dog runs, pools, or any area where improving appearance and limiting visibility matters while keeping maintenance low.

Those who need full blackout privacy or a slat for a nonstandard fence height should look elsewhere: these slats are manufactured specifically to sit below the top of a 5 ft fence and provide about 75% to 85% privacy depending on diamond size, so they are not a perfect blackout product.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High durability from HDPE with UV inhibitors means longer life than wind screen or tape.
• Good privacy performance on a 2 in diamond, roughly 85% coverage for everyday use.
• Comes with bottom locking channel and enough slats per box to cover about 10 ft, simplifying installation.
• Available in multiple colors so it can match many fence or landscape styles.

Cons

• Designed specifically for a 5 ft fence height; buyers with other heights must choose the correct size.
• Privacy percentage varies with diamond size, so larger diamonds yield noticeably less coverage.

Specifications

Product Type	Single wall bottom locking privacy slat
Intended Fence Height	5 ft (slat length ~56.5 in)
Material	HDPE with UV inhibitors
Slats per Box	82 slats (covers ~10 ft on 2 in diamond)
Slat Width	Approximately 1.25 in
Compatible Diamond Size	2 in to 2.375 in
Warranty	30-year limited warranty

Our Verdict

The Wave Slat single wall bottom locking slat is a sensible, cost-effective upgrade for anyone with a 5 ft chain link fence who wants improved privacy and a cleaner look. It is durable, UV resistant, and simple to install using the included bottom locking channel, making it a better long-term solution than temporary screens or tape for most residential and light commercial needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these slats fit my fence?
They are designed for 2 in to 2.375 in diamond and 9 to 11.5 gauge wire; measure your diamond size to confirm fit before ordering.

How much privacy do they provide?
On a 2 in diamond the coverage is about 85%; larger diamonds reduce privacy to roughly 80% or 75% depending on size.

How many slats are in a box?
Each box contains 82 slats and includes 10 ft of bottom locking channel, covering approximately 10 linear ft on a 2 in diamond.