Aluminium Screening That Looks Sharp, Works Hard, and Lasts in Melbourne Weather
- Sepehr Mardani
- 19 hours ago
- 3 min read
A quick win you can live with
Aluminium screening delivers rigid, low-maintenance privacy that stands up to Melbourne’s four-seasons-in-a-day. We custom-fabricate aluminium screening panels in Hallam and install across Melbourne’s south-east and nearby regions in Victoria. Choose your slat size, spacing and orientation, then finish it in a durable powder coat that matches your palette.
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A real Walnut Fencing project: Small courtyard, big impact
A Bentleigh homeowner came to us with a familiar brief: “We can see the neighbours, and they can see us.” The space was compact with a prevailing breeze from the west. We installed horizontal aluminium privacy screens with 65 mm slats at 10 mm gaps. The result? 90% visual block from typical standing angles, excellent airflow, and no claustrophobic feel. The job finished in Monument powder coat to match the window frames, and the courtyard now reads like an extension of the living room—private, breezy, and easy to maintain.
Why aluminium screening is a smart choice in Victoria
Built for the elements
Won’t warp, swell or crack in heat or rain.
Powder-coated finish resists UV fade and surface corrosion—even near the coast.
Low hassle, high reward
Minimal maintenance: a quick wash keeps it looking new.
Lightweight but strong for straightforward installation on posts, steel, or masonry.
Design freedom
Vertical or horizontal slats, adjustable gaps, or louvre-style blades for angled privacy.
Option to mix in aluminium decorative screens (laser-cut or punched) as a feature panel.
Security and screening
Conceal bins, AC units and pool equipment with decorative aluminium panels that still allow ventilation.
Add height to boundary walls without creating a heavy, solid mass.
Where aluminium screening earns its keep
Side boundaries & courtyard edges: dial privacy up or down with slat spacing.
Decks, patios & balconies: break the wind, keep the light.
Pool areas: pair with compliant fencing layouts (we’ll advise on configuration to meet local rules).
Service enclosures: tidy up utilities with aluminum screen panels that don’t trap moisture.
Commercial edges: cafés, schools and apartments use screening to soften plant rooms and bin stores.
Your design options, made simple
Slat size & spacing
Slim slats (40–60 mm): crisp, contemporary lines; great for smaller spaces.
Mid slats (65–90 mm): balanced look; solid privacy with airflow.
Wide slats (100 mm+): bold, architectural presence; fewer lines, faster cleaning.
Gaps (5–20 mm): smaller gaps = more privacy; larger gaps = more breeze.
Orientation & pattern
Horizontal feels wider and relaxed; vertical reads taller and refined.
Louvred blades angle sightlines away from neighbours.
Feature inserts using aluminium decorative screens add texture without visual clutter.
Colours & finishes
Durable powder coat in popular tones like Monument, Surfmist, and Satin Black, plus custom colours to match trims and doors.
At-a-glance: styles vs performance
Style | Best for | Privacy / Airflow* | Notes |
Horizontal slats (65–90 mm) | Courtyards, side returns | High / Medium | Relaxed look; strong modern classic |
Vertical slats (40–65 mm) | Facades, entries, balconies | Medium / Medium-High | Sleek lines; emphasises height |
Louvred blades | Overlooked spaces, west sun | High / High | Angle blocks views, keeps breeze |
Decorative panels (feature) | Accents, gateways, café screens | Medium / Medium | Add pattern; combine with plain slats |
*Performance depends on gap size, blade angle and site conditions.
How Walnut Fencing makes it easy
1) Site-smart design We start with how you use the space: where you sit, where the sun hits, and the directions you want to soften or block. Then we specify slat width, gap and orientation for the best balance of privacy and breeze.
2) Precision fabrication Everything is built locally with clean welds, straight lines and tidy fixings. Your screening arrives square, true and ready to install.
3) Seamless installation or supply-only Our installers work cleanly around gardens, paving and façades; builders and DIY customers can opt for supply-only with clear fixing points and hardware.
4) Finishes that last We use reputable powder coaters and focus on prep (etch/prime) so your finish stays sharp, season after season.
Design cues we love right now
Mixed modules: solid slats below eye line, decorative aluminium panels above for filtered light.
Shadow play: vertical slats on northerly aspects cast elegant lines through the day.
Entry statements: match screening with your gate infill for a unified façade.
Ready to upgrade privacy without sacrificing light?
If you want screening that looks sharp, works hard and lasts, you’ll get along with aluminium. Whether you’re updating a townhouse courtyard, finishing a new build, or rationalising a café service area, Walnut Fencing can help from design through to fabrication and installation.
Let’s talk about your site. Share a few photos and rough sizes, and tell us where privacy matters most. We’ll recommend the right aluminium screening configuration—and if you’re hands-on, we’ll fabricate supply-only panels made to fit.
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