If you’re choosing trellis panels, the style you pick changes how the garden feels. Some designs are all about privacy and structure, others are made to support climbers and soften hard boundaries. To help you choose with confidence, we’ve analysed the last 12 months of East Coast Fencing order data and converted it into percentages (to keep commercially sensitive figures private). The result is a clear, data-led view of which trellis styles customers actually buy, and what that usually says about modern UK gardens.
The headline is decisive: Horizontal Slatted Trellis leads with 59.35% of trellis panel purchases. After that, demand splits between classic and privacy-led options: Traditional Trellis at 16.32% and Privacy Square Trellis at 15.46%. Diamond Trellis accounts for 7.25%, while Fan Trellis sits at 1.62% and is very much a project-specific choice. You can explore the full trellis panels range, then build the right support around it with suitable fence posts, fixings from our ironmongery range, and base protection using gravel boards where trellis sits above timber fencing.
Key Statistics at a Glance
- Horizontal Slatted Trellis leads strongly at 59.35% of purchases.
- Traditional Trellis holds 16.32%.
- Privacy Square Trellis is close behind on 15.46%.
- Diamond Trellis accounts for 7.25%.
- Fan Trellis represents 1.62%.
Ratios That Help You Read Demand
Percentages are useful, but ratios make the picture clearer when you’re deciding what to buy:
- Horizontal Slatted vs Traditional: ~3.6:1 - slatted trellis is the modern default for many gardens.
- Horizontal Slatted vs Privacy Square: ~3.8:1 - even privacy-led lattice options trail behind the slatted look.
- Traditional vs Diamond: ~2.3:1 - classic square lattice remains more popular than diamond.
- Diamond vs Fan: ~4.5:1 - fan trellis is a specialist choice, not a mainstream one.
Quick Reference Table: Shares & Best Use-Cases
| Trellis Style | Share of Purchases | Typical Use-Case | Good To Pair With |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Slatted Trellis | 59.35% | Modern screening, outdoor rooms, tidy lines above fencing | Fence Panels + Fence Posts |
| Traditional Trellis | 16.32% | Climbers, cottage gardens, softer boundaries with light flow | Timber projects + Ironmongery |
| Privacy Square Trellis | 15.46% | Extra height with more cover, neighbour screening, patios | Gravel Boards + solid Fence Posts |
| Diamond Trellis | 7.25% | Traditional look with a bit more pattern, climbing plants | Garden Gates nearby for a cohesive feel |
| Fan Trellis | 1.62% | Feature corners, training roses, small focal points | Quality fixings from Ironmongery |
Horizontal Slatted Trellis: Why It Dominates (59.35%)
Horizontal slatted trellis has become the “default” because it delivers two things people want right now: a clean, modern look and practical screening without turning the garden into a box. It’s especially popular as a topper above panels, around seating areas, and where you want some privacy while still letting light through.
If you’re fitting slatted trellis as a fence topper, the build underneath matters. Use solid fence posts and protect the base of the timber run with gravel boards. A straight, well-supported line makes slatted designs look sharper, and it reduces movement over time.
Traditional Trellis: Still a Classic (16.32%)
Traditional trellis remains popular because it does a specific job brilliantly: it supports climbers and softens boundaries. It’s the obvious pick for cottage-style gardens, planting-led spaces, and anywhere you want greenery to do some of the screening over time rather than relying on the trellis alone.
For best results, fix it properly and give plants a plan. Lighter climbers and trained stems look neater than letting everything tangle. If you’re hanging heavier plants, decent fixings from our ironmongery range make a real difference.
Privacy Square Trellis: The Practical Middle Ground (15.46%)
Privacy square trellis sits close to traditional in popularity, and it makes sense. It gives you a more covered look than open lattice, so it’s often used for patio screening, hot tub zones, and boundaries where you want a bit more separation from neighbouring windows. It also works well as a topper when you want height but do not want a full solid extension.
As with any trellis above a panel line, keep the structure stiff. Strong posts and a well-built run matter more here because extra height increases wind loading. If your base fence is timber, protecting it with gravel boards helps the whole boundary last longer.
Diamond Trellis: A Patterned Alternative (7.25%)
Diamond trellis remains a consistent choice for customers who like a traditional feel but want something with a bit more pattern. It suits planting, works well in mixed borders, and can help long boundaries feel less flat. It’s less about privacy and more about texture.
Fan Trellis: Small Share, Strong Purpose (1.62%)
Fan trellis is niche because it’s usually bought for specific spots rather than long runs. Think feature corners, training roses or clematis on a short section, or finishing off an awkward area where a standard panel would feel heavy. If you’re creating a focal point, it’s a lovely choice, just not one most people need in bulk.
Choosing the Right Trellis Style for Your Garden
If you want modern screening and a clean finish, the data makes it clear why horizontal slatted trellis is so popular. If your priority is climbing plants and a softer boundary, traditional lattice is still the dependable choice. If you want extra cover without going fully solid, privacy square trellis is the practical middle ground. Whatever you choose, think about how it’s fixed and what it sits on. A straight run with suitable fence posts, proper base protection using gravel boards, and reliable fixings from ironmongery will look better and perform better for longer.
