Metal wall with climbing plants, flanked by two trees, stands on well-kept lawn. In the background, a modern building can be seen. No text caption visible.
Grey-brown outdoor sofa stands on light tiles, flanked by wooden walls, under a wide, black parasol, surrounded by dense hedges in the garden.
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Privacy Screen as a Frame System

WANDA VARIO, made of metal

Especially small gardens or front yards need a screen to block views from neighbors or the street so that residents can feel comfortable in their own green space. This privacy can be achieved with trees or shrubs. A better option, since it blocks views year-round, is a permanent privacy screen, such as our WANDA VARIO metal frame privacy screen made from the following metals  Corten steel, stainless steel, or color-coated stainless steel.

The WANDA VARIO privacy screen system consists of a metal frame that can be customized with various types of infill material. The most popular option is the version with bamboo rods. Alternatively, the screen can be fitted with metal slats to create the desired level of privacy. If you prefer something a bit more open, you can also attach a trellis to the frame and let it grow with climbing plants such as roses, wild grapevine, ivy, or other climbing plants. This way, the wall—and with it, the garden—constantly changes its appearance. Find more ideas from the Privacy Screen category can be found here.

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WANDA VARIO Metal Privacy Screen

WANDA VARIO Metal Privacy Screen

WANDA VARIO Privacy Screen

Frames in various standard sizes

The centerpiece of our WANDA VARIO privacy screen is a sturdy metal frame that is open at the top and can be filled as desired. The frame is typically set in concrete to ensure a secure hold even in strong winds. Alternatively, it can be secured to a solid surface using a screw-on base or mounted between stone pillars or wooden beams. Please note that wind can exert considerable force.

The screens are 180 cm high and available in widths of 50 cm, 100 cm, 150 cm or 200 cm, as well as depths of 5 cm, 10 cm and 15 cm. This allows for a variety of filling materials. Upon request, we also manufacture custom sizes .

With the WANDA VARIO, you can create an effective and stylish screen for your garden or front yard.

Privacy Screen Frame, 50 cm Wide
Privacy Screen Frame, 100 cm Wide
Privacy Screen Frame, 150 cm Wide
Privacy Screen Frame, 200 cm Wide

Assembly and Installation of the Framed Privacy Screen

The sturdy metal frame can be opened at the top edge, allowing the desired infill to be inserted quickly and easily. We ship the frame from the factory with bamboo stalks, slat panels, or a trellis. If you would like to install a different type of panel yourself—e.g., made of satin-finished glass, perforated metal, or other materials—please let us know in advance so we can prepare the appropriate mounting holes.

Metal frame with grid insert, shown in perspective, stands in individual parts. A horizontal beam lies above it. The environment is white and minimalistic, no text present.
Removable top rail for installing the panel

Fillers for the WANDA VARIO privacy screen

Bamboo Filling – Ideal Combination with Corten Steel

However, one major advantage of bamboo as a grass becomes apparent when combined with Corten steel: Unlike wood, the bamboo does not turn black upon contact with the rusted steel. This makes it particularly suitable for installation in our WANDA VARIO privacy screen.

Bamboo is a natural product that varies in color, texture, growth pattern, and size, and reacts to changes in ambient temperature and humidity. This can result in fine cracks or even through-cracks. This is not grounds for a complaint, but a normal occurrence in our European climate! Also important: The tubes taper slightly toward the top of the stalk. This means that small gaps may be visible between the individual bamboo stalks.

Our BAMBUS user guide provides further information on color, shape, diameter, tear resistance, and weathering, as well as care tips.

Frame, 500 mm wide, bamboo filling
Frame, 1,000 mm wide, bamboo filling
Frame, width 1,500 mm, bamboo filling

RESYSTA Rhombus Slats

Sturdy Wood-Look Finish

The privacy screen is filled with high-quality, durable rhombus slats made from the natural fiber composite RESYSTA. The spacing between the slats is approximately 20 mm. RESYSTA consists predominantly of rice husks, which are used as a natural fiber component. You can find more information about RESYSTA here: RESYSTA

Frame, 500 mm wide, Resysta slats
Frame, width 1,000 mm, Resysta slats
Frame, width 1,500 mm, Resysta slats
Frame, width 2,000 mm, Resysta slats

Metal Slats

Durable Privacy Screen

Our wall with metal slats provides lasting privacy protection regardless of the season. Thanks to the angled slats, which are 2 mm thick, the wall remains open to the surroundings. The slatted privacy screen is available in Corten steel, stainless steel, and color-coated stainless steel.

Frame, 500 mm wide, metal slats
Frame, width 1,500 mm, metal slats
Frame, width 1,000 mm, metal slats
Frame, width 2,000 mm, metal slats

Trellis as Filling Material

If you prefer a slightly more open privacy screen, you can simply weld a standard reinforcing steel mesh into the frame. The structure is of higher quality when metal rods (steel or stainless steel) with a diameter of ø10 mm are factory-welded into the frame at the desired spacing. The trellis can then be planted with vines as desired. All climbing and twining plants are suitable for this.

Frame, 500 mm wide, trellis
Frame, 1.000 mm wide, trellis
Frame, width 1.500 mm, trellis
Frame, width 2.000 mm, trellis

Mounting Options

We typically supply our WANDA VARIO privacy screen with extended legs designed to be set in concrete. However, for an additional charge, we also offer the screens with mounting feet that can be bolted to a stable surface, such as a concrete floor. Another mounting option is securing the screen to the wall using brackets, mounting it on one side of the house wall, or bolting it between sturdy palisades, columns, or wooden beams.

Installation with an extended leg for embedding in concrete
Installation with a screw-on base, e.g., on a concrete floor
Installation between wooden beams

More information on privacy screens

The perfect privacy screen from Gartenmetall: WANDA VARIO for various applications with customizable designs

Are you looking for the ideal privacy screen to enhance your garden, patio, or outdoor space and create privacy? Our WANDA VARIO privacy screen solution offers a wide range of customizable design options tailored to your individual needs. In this article, we’ll show you different applications for privacy screens and which installation methods are best suited for each.

Safety Instructions

The privacy screen may be subjected to significant wind and other forces. For example, a surface area of approximately 2 m² will generate a moment of approximately 1,000 Nm at wind speeds of 100 km/h. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that the privacy screen is securely fastened.

1. Garden Privacy Fence

The WANDA VARIO privacy fence from Gartenmetall is perfect for designing your garden. It shields you from prying eyes and creates an aesthetically pleasing look and a cozy atmosphere. It also provides a friendly, harmonious boundary between your property and your neighbors’. The modular elements and various fillings allow for a custom design that blends harmoniously into the overall look of your garden and fosters good neighborly relations. Your neighbors also benefit from the privacy screen’s attractive appearance, as it offers the best of both worlds.

The modular elements can be arranged individually and offer various infill options, such as bamboo or diamond-shaped slats. Trellises or metal slats also serve this purpose well. Freestanding privacy screens, which can be mounted directly on the ground or on a low wall, are ideal for this application.

2. Privacy Screen for Patios and Balconies

The WANDA VARIO privacy screen is also ideal for patios and balconies, providing protection from the wind and unwanted views. Various installation options—such as posts set in concrete, posts mounted with screws, or panels bolted between walls—allow for customization to suit your needs. Thanks to the wide range of design options, you can perfectly match the privacy screen to your surroundings and create your very own oasis of well-being.

3. Privacy Screens for Swimming Pools and Wellness Areas

For swimming pools and wellness areas, a privacy screen may be necessary to protect against both prying eyes and splashing water. The WANDA VARIO privacy screen from Gartenmetall is ideal for this purpose, as it is made of high-quality, corrosion-resistant material. The modular elements and various panel options allow for customization to match the style of your wellness oasis. A permanently anchored installation method—such as posts set in concrete—ensures the necessary stability and durability.

4. Privacy Screen as an Outdoor Room Divider

The WANDA VARIO privacy screen from Gartenmetall can also be used as a stylish outdoor room divider to separate different functions and areas from one another. For example, you can set up a play area for children, a cozy seating area for relaxing, and a dining area for shared meals. Thanks to the wide range of design options and modular elements, the privacy screen can be perfectly adapted to your needs and style.

5. Durability and Ease of Maintenance

The WANDA VARIO privacy fence from Gartenmetall is made from high-quality materials that not only ensure an attractive appearance but also provide durability and resistance to the elements. The privacy fences are low-maintenance and require only minimal care, so you can enjoy your custom-designed privacy fence for many years to come.

In summary, this means that with the WANDA VARIO privacy screen from Gartenmetall, you get a versatile and customizable solution for a wide variety of applications. Choose from the various panel options, installation options, and design possibilities to find the right privacy screen for your garden, patio, or outdoor space, and enjoy a stylish and private atmosphere in your personal retreat.

Frequently Asked Questions About the WANDA VARIO Privacy Screen

WANDA VARIO is a metal-frame privacy screen system. The surrounding frame forms the structural basis; the intended panel can be installed via the removable top rail. This allows for the separate planning of privacy, spatial division, and the desired level of transparency.
Gartenmetall offers the WANDA VARIO as a trellis with, among other options, metal slats, RESYSTA® slats, bamboo rods, welded mesh, or individual rods. Custom fillings provided by the customer are also generally possible. If this requires drill holes or other mounting points in the frame, the design should be coordinated prior to manufacturing.
The WANDA VARIO frame is available in Corten steel, stainless steel, and color-coated stainless steel. With Corten steel, the focus is on the evolving patina; stainless steel is ideal for a more minimalist metal finish. The color-coated version allows the frame to be specifically matched to other architectural elements or an outdoor color scheme.
The level of privacy is determined primarily by the infill. Metal and RESYSTA® slats form a partially transparent privacy screen, while the spacing and orientation of the elements specifically reduce visual connections. A trellis is initially much more open and changes its screening effect depending on the chosen plants.
The standard frames are 1,800 mm high and are available in several widths up to 1,800 mm. The frame alone is available in various depths; the required depth depends on the intended infill. Custom heights and widths can be manufactured on a project-by-project basis.
By default, the frame comes with extended feet designed to be set in concrete. For existing concrete surfaces, a welded base plate that can be bolted in place can be provided as an alternative. Installation between sturdy stone components or wooden posts is also possible.
Yes. That is precisely where the key difference lies compared to a solid metal wall: the frame and the infill are considered separately. If, for example, a project-specific infill is to be used, the material thickness, fastening method, and required installation space must be clarified before placing the order.
For green partitions, the frame can be fitted with a welded mesh or individual bars. The spacing and arrangement of the bars can thus be adapted to the planned design. How dense the area ultimately appears depends largely on the type and growth of the climbing plants.
Bamboo is a natural material and changes when exposed to the elements. In the European climate, cracks and even larger gaps may form as it dries out; moisture and shady locations can also lead to irregular discoloration. These changes, which are typical of the material, should therefore be taken into account when selecting the filling.
Large privacy screens are subjected to considerable forces in windy conditions. Gartenmetall, for example, points out that with a surface area of about 2 m² and a wind speed of 100 km/h, a moment of approximately 1,000 Nm can already be generated. The foundation and fastenings must therefore be appropriate for the size, infill, and installation conditions of the specific element.

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