Trellis Panels

Wooden Trellis

Trellis panels raise privacy without boxing the garden in. At East Coast Fencing our pressure-treated timber trellis is sized for UK bay centres and designed to integrate cleanly with existing panels, posts and capping, so you can add height at the boundary, soften a patio backdrop or create a plant-friendly divider with straightforward planning. Choose from contemporary horizontal slatted trellis, classic traditional square trellis, refined diamond trellis, tighter-aperture privacy square trellis, sculptural fan trellis and neat fence topper trellis for graceful extra height with lightness.

Why Trellis Works

Trellis gives seated-level screening while admitting daylight and airflow, keeping terraces bright and boundaries calmer than a fully solid run. The open pattern is plant-ready—roses, jasmine and clematis weave through to add scent and seasonal texture with minimal bulk—so you gain privacy and a greener outlook from both sides of the fence.

Match Patterns to Places

Use slatted trellis beside modern paving for clean rhythm and gentle shadow lines; pair traditional or diamond lattice with cottage planting and brick for a timeless look; tighten sightlines near hot tubs and kitchen windows with privacy square; land a fan panel where you want a focal flourish by an entrance or curved bed; and add topper trellis above solid fencing to lift height while easing wind load at the skyline.

Plan Once, Install Cleanly

Walk the boundary and sketch the key views—dining table, kitchen sink, neighbour’s windows. Decide early whether you will step or rake the top line on slopes; both read well if you keep the base datum consistent. Standard bay centres simplify set-out, and topper modules sit neatly above common panel heights for extra comfort without rebuilding the run below. Where patterns change, do it at posts, corners or gates so transitions feel deliberate.

Integrate with Existing Fencing

Trellis works best as part of a coherent system. On closeboard or other solid panels, a trellis crown lightens the feel near seating while preserving privacy; down side returns, repeating a single module keeps the run composed; at the rear boundary, switching to a tighter pattern calms direct views from upper windows. Keep capping consistent so the skyline reads as one designed composition.

Installation and Care

Set posts plumb against a taut string, confirm bay centres before drilling, and fix trellis with exterior-grade screws, pre-drilling near edges to avoid splitting. Above solid fencing, a neat capping rail ties the joint and sheds water; keep a small ground gap for airflow and easy cleaning. Seasonal care is light: brush away debris, check fixings each spring and seal any fresh cuts made during alterations. Choose finishes that suit the setting—natural mellowing for relaxed spaces, brown beside brick and decking, or charcoal to frame contemporary planting.

Order Trellis Panels

Choose the trellis pattern that matches your garden’s mood, then pair with compatible posts, capping and panels for a tidy, long-lived result. Add your selection to basket today—free delivery applies on orders £99+, with pallet and artic options available for larger consignments.