Trellis Panels

Buy Trellis Panels for Light, Privacy and Beautiful Climbing Structure

Want to raise privacy without making the garden feel boxed in? Trellis panels are the elegant way to screen, zone and support climbers while keeping air and daylight moving. At East Coast Fencing, our timber trellis panels are designed for British gardens—pressure‑treated for outdoor use and sized for straightforward planning—so you can add height to an existing boundary, soften a patio backdrop or create a plant‑friendly divider in one tidy move. Choose from refined slatted designs, classic square or diamond lattice, extra‑private patterns and statement fan pieces; mix and match where it makes sense; then add your chosen panels to basket and enjoy free delivery on orders £99+.

Why choose trellis panels over solid fencing?

Trellis gives you the sweet spot between open and closed. It screens at seated eye level yet admits light, so dining terraces stay bright and neighbourly. It bleeds wind through the pattern, helping tall boundaries feel calmer than a full solid wall. It’s also plant‑ready: jasmine, roses and clematis weave through the grid to create seasonal scent and texture with minimal bulk. Whether you’re crowning a privacy fence with a topper or building a free‑standing screen, trellis panels offer a design language that’s friendly from both sides of the boundary—something your neighbours will appreciate as much as you do.

Explore trellis styles that suit your home

For crisp, contemporary lines with controlled gaps, look to our horizontal slatted trellis. The parallel battens create a modern rhythm that pairs beautifully with porcelain paving and rendered walls, widening narrow plots visually. Prefer a timeless garden geometry? traditional trellis offers classic square lattice that feels right with cottage planting, brick and natural stone—equally at home along a side return or above a run of closeboard. For a little more pattern and sparkle, diamond trellis softens hard lines with diagonal energy that catches light through the day; it’s superb as a patio backdrop where you want subtle movement without visual fuss. Need stronger screening while keeping the trellis look? privacy square trellis tightens the aperture to blur views more effectively—ideal near hot tubs, kitchen windows and overlooked terraces. If you’re after a focal point for entrances or curved beds, fan trellis lifts climbers elegantly and frames a feature pot or bench with a single architectural gesture. And when your boundary just needs a touch more height without extra bulk, fence topper trellis adds a graceful crown to your existing panels—perfect for neighbourly privacy that still lets sunsets and breezes through.

Plan the layout once, enjoy it for years

Walk the boundary and sketch the moments that matter: the seated view from the dining table, the sightline from the kitchen sink, the place you’d like a little more seclusion by the hot tub. Decide early whether you’re stepping or raking the top line—stepped toppers read neat and rhythmic; raked sections flow on sloped sites if you keep the base datum consistent. Standard bay centres make set‑out straightforward, and topper modules are designed to sit neatly above common fence heights so you gain comfort without rebuilding everything below. On long runs, repeat the same trellis pattern for calm; on short feature sections, use a contrasting trellis style to signal a change of zone or frame a view.

Where trellis panels earn their keep

Along a patio, semi‑open trellis at seated height screens a neighbour’s window while keeping the terrace bright. Beside a path, a slim trellis run supports scented climbers without encroaching on the walkway. In front gardens, trellis keeps sightlines friendly near pavements and drives while marking a clear edge for children and pets. On windy plots, a trellis crown above solid fencing relieves pressure at the top of the boundary so the whole run stays quieter in gusts. And for awkward corners, a fan or diamond panel can turn a dead spot into a planted moment worth noticing.

Integrating trellis with existing fencing

Trellis works best as part of a coherent system. On solid boundaries (like closeboard), topper trellis lifts height while easing the visual weight near seating. Down a side return, repeating the same trellis module keeps the run composed; at the return to the rear fence, transition to a tighter pattern to increase privacy near the back door. If your garden mixes formal and relaxed areas, pair slatted trellis with contemporary slatted fence panels in social zones, then switch to traditional trellis to accompany classic planting beds. The trick is consistency: choose one or two patterns, repeat them with purpose, and let planting do the improvisation.

Heights, widths and sightlines

Think in eye levels. Around seating, a modest trellis height provides comfort without overshadowing the table. Along front boundaries, keep heights neighbour‑friendly while ensuring pets can’t slip through at ground level. At the back of the garden, a taller section of privacy square trellis can calm a direct view from upper windows while remaining plant‑ready. When adding topper modules above existing panels, align the capping datum so the skyline reads continuous; if you alternate trellis with solid bays, land changes of pattern at corners or posts so they appear intentional.

Installation tips for crisp, repeatable results

Set your posts plumb against a taut string and confirm bay centres before drilling a single hole. Fix trellis to rails or panel frames with exterior‑grade screws, pre‑drilling near edges to avoid splitting. If you’re using trellis as a topper above slotted posts, frame it as a drop‑in module so future swaps are straightforward; when mounting between timber posts, seat the panel level and keep fixings symmetrical—small visual disciplines pay back every time you step outside. Above solid fencing, a neat capping rail ties the joint and sheds water; repeat the same cap profile across the run for a composed skyline. On long sections of slatted trellis, keep spacer rhythm exact from bay to bay so the shadow lines flow without hiccup.

Working with slopes, corners and steps

On sloping ground, either step trellis in measured increments (keeping step heights consistent) or rake the top and maintain the same aperture—both approaches can look elegant if the decision is carried through the whole run. At corners, carry the trellis datum through the turn and reinforce with brackets sized to the section; on internal corners where plants will thicken over time, give the stems a little space so they don’t pinch between frame and post. Where trellis meets a gate, align the trellis pattern with the gate’s top rail or crown so the entrance looks designed, not improvised.

Planting ideas that make trellis sing

Trellis is a ready‑made scaffold for scent and colour. On sunny, sheltered runs, star jasmine and climbing roses bring perfume at head height; in partial shade, honeysuckle and clematis thrive and reward minimal care. For quick coverage without weight, annual sweet peas thread beautifully through diamond trellis and reward you with armfuls of cut flowers. Around seating, keep vigorous climbers such as wisteria to robust structures or prune hard to prevent over‑dominance; trellis prefers well‑behaved stems tied with soft ties rather than wire, which can chafe. If you’re training edibles (cordon apples, espalier pears), a run of horizontal slatted trellis doubles as functional framework and a striking seasonal backdrop.

Finish and colour coordination

Pressure‑treated green settles to a soft silver that suits relaxed, plant‑led spaces; brown feels grounded alongside brick and timber decks; deep charcoal frames contemporary patios and makes foliage pop. Whatever you choose, repeat the finish across adjacent fence caps and posts so the pattern reads coherent from the house and the street. Keep planters slightly off the face of the trellis so airflow dries timber quickly after showers and to make seasonal clean‑ups simple.

Maintenance that fits real life

Seasonal care is simple. Brush away leaf litter and check fixings each spring; tighten lightly where needed and retreat any fresh cuts made during alterations. Avoid aggressive jet‑washing at close range—gentle cleaning preserves fibres and keeps joints tight. If stems fatten over the years, re‑tie with slack to avoid choking; a little attention now prevents frames from distorting later.

Privacy strategy: where to tighten, where to breathe

Near the terrace, raise comfort with privacy square trellis or a band of topper trellis over your main fence bays; further along the boundary, open the pattern with traditional or diamond lattice to bring breeze and light back in. In very exposed spots, slatted trellis bleeds wind more gently than tight grids; in well‑sheltered courtyards, tighter patterns add enclosure and acoustic comfort. The goal isn’t one pattern everywhere—it’s the right trellis in the right place.

Common questions you might be weighing up—answered in the design

Will trellis make the garden feel smaller? Not when you use it to frame views. A slim run behind a bench reads as a “wall” that actually pushes space outward by giving the eye something to rest on. Is trellis robust enough at height? When installed over solid fencing with proper capping and fixings, it’s a durable way to raise privacy without adding bulk. Can you blend patterns? Absolutely—just do it at logical transitions like gates or corners so the change feels deliberate.

Quick buyer’s checklist for smoother installs

• Pick a pattern that suits the job: slatted for modern flow, traditional square for timeless structure, diamond for softer geometry, privacy square to blur views, fan for a focal flourish, and topper trellis to add height neatly.
• Decide step vs rake on slopes before you start; keep your base datum consistent the whole way.
• Fix with exterior‑grade screws; pre‑drill near edges and align rows for a clean, professional look.
• Plan planting partners now so ties and supports go in the right places from day one.

Order trellis panels today

Choose the trellis panels that match your garden’s mood—sleek horizontal slats, classic square lattice, diamond patterns, tighter‑aperture privacy square, sculptural fan panels or neat topper trellis for height with lightness—then install to a clear datum for crisp, repeatable results. Add your selection to basket and complete the look with thoughtful planting and consistent finishing details. With East Coast Fencing, it’s easy to raise comfort and character in one move—backed by free delivery on orders £99+.