Black Privacy Screen in Sorel-Tracy, QC

Fiset Boulevard

Project presentation

In Sorel-Tracy, an industrial and residential city in the Montérégie region, many homeowners are looking to create a private retreat in their backyards, away from the prying eyes of neighbors and street noise. Aluminium Distinction’s black Privacy Screen is the ideal solution to this need: a lightweight, sturdy, and maintenance-free structure made of powder-coated extruded aluminum that transforms an exposed outdoor space into a truly private outdoor living area.

This project, completed in 2023 on Boulevard Fiset, illustrates the versatility of the Privacy screen in a typical residential setting in the Montérégie region: a relatively flat lot, a suburban home, and a patio area adjacent to the house. The 18 photos document every aspect of the installation, from mounting details to the complete panels, including the angles and corners.

The matte black finish chosen here complements the dark materials often used in modern landscaping—black stone mulch, a dark pergola, anthracite patio furniture—creating a cohesive and confident look.

Project features

Privacy without a solid wall

The black Privacy screen is not a solid fence—its spaced-out horizontal slats allow air, the sounds of nature, and diffused light to pass through, creating a visual barrier without the claustrophobic effect of a solid wall. This nuance is fundamental to the product’s design and to its comfort in everyday use.

Matte black, fingerprint-resistant powder-coated finish

The matte finish of the Privacy screen is particularly popular because it doesn’t show fingerprints, dried water droplets, or dust the way a glossy finish would. This is a very practical feature for an outdoor installation used on a daily basis.

Custom-made corners for L-shaped layouts

This project features 90-degree angles, a common configuration for defining a corner of a patio. The Privacy screen is designed to create these angles without unsightly joints—the corner posts handle the change in direction cleanly and elegantly.

Optimal height for visual protection

The standard height of the Privacy Screen is designed to match the eye level of an adult standing or sitting upright. This height ensures effective privacy from neighboring properties or the street, without reaching excessive heights that would require a building permit.

Quick and clean installation

The Privacy screen assembly system allows for quick and clean installation by Aluminium Distinction-certified dealers. The fasteners are concealed within the profiles, the anchors are discreet, and the finishes are meticulous—an impeccable result from day one.

Results

The terrace in Sorel-Tracy has been completely transformed with the installation of the black Privacy screen. Once an open, exposed space, it has become a fully-fledged outdoor living area—protected, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. The homeowner can now entertain guests, dine, or simply relax there in complete peace, without worrying about prying eyes from neighbors.

That’s what Aluminium Distinction is all about: products that tangibly improve quality of life, without compromising on aesthetics or durability.