Privacy screens are one of the most popular uses for perforated metal in interior and exterior, residential and commercial architecture because they help to conceal, whilst allowing for a light and airy feel. Perforated metal privacy screens are commonly used as a facade, landscape screening, internal room dividers, and decorative features.

Benefits of a perforated metal screen for privacy:

• Airflow and ventilation – the perforations in the panels maximise light flow and airflow into the space behind, without compromising privacy.
• Shading – perforated metal privacy screens are great solar shade providers for apartments and homes, keeping occupants cool and reducing energy use.
• Decorative designs – Perforated metal design options are extensive and can be tailored to fit your project’s exact requirements.
• Customisation – Arrow Metal can create completely customised perforated metal privacy screens for a unique architectural feature, using any image.

How to choose the best patterns for perforated metal privacy screens

The biggest factor to consider when you are planning your screening is how much privacy you need from your panels, as this will influence pattern choice and the openness of the design. For example, perforated metal privacy screens covering ground floor windows usually require a much more ‘closed’ design than those of the upper floors.

For all types of privacy patterns, factors such as hole size and open area percentage – which means the amount of area made up of holes in the panel – come into play.

Profiles that have small, closely-spaced round holes and a high open area percentage create a sheer, mesh-style effect that’s very effective for privacy if you want transparency and light at the same time.

You can see a good example of this effect in the walkway project at Gosford Hospital, where privacy was essential for the hospital staff. Or have a look at perforated apartment facade at luxury Botany designer residence Splenda.

Perforated metal privacy screen customisation options

When you order your perforated metal privacy screens from Arrow Metal, you have a choice of additional customisation options to add a unique touch. Bespoke options include:

• Colours – make a bold impact with your privacy screens. You can choose from strong, long-lasting powder-coated colours or additional durable finishes if your installation has specific environmental factors to consider.
• Special effects – Arrow Metal can add special effects such as metallic coatings, which give a luxury look without the high cost. Metallic coatings are especially popular for interior perforated metal privacy screens, as room dividers in open-plan spaces.
• Folding and bending – privacy screens that fold are great for building facades and window coverings, as occupants can move and adapt the screens to suit their needs.

Browse or download the perforated metal catalogue, brass woven wire mesh catalogue or project look book for more perforated metal inspiration.