Material Guide

Bamboo Privacy Fence

Also known as: Bamboo Privacy Fence, Bamboo Roll Fence, Bamboo Screen Fence

Plan Your Bamboo Fence

Draw fence lines on a satellite map of your property and get an instant bamboo fence cost estimate.

What Is Bamboo?

Bamboo fences offer an eco-friendly, tropical aesthetic for yards and gardens. Available as rolled panels, woven screens, or individual cane construction, bamboo fencing provides moderate privacy with a unique natural look. Bamboo is a rapidly renewable resource.

Great For Privacy Fences

Popular Bamboo Fence Colors

Natural Tan Bamboo Privacy Fence

The classic bamboo color — a warm, golden-tan tone that evokes tropical and zen garden aesthetics. Natural bamboo fences brighten outdoor spaces with their light, airy feel.

Carbonized Dark Brown Bamboo Privacy Fence

Heat-treated bamboo that turns a rich, deep brown color. Carbonized bamboo privacy fences offer a more refined, contemporary look while maintaining bamboo's natural texture.

Available Styles

Bamboo can be built in these styles:

Horizontal Slat

Is Bamboo Right for You?

Best for

✓ Eco-conscious homeowners
✓ Tropical and Asian-inspired gardens
✓ Temporary or seasonal screening
✓ Budget-friendly privacy solutions

Not recommended for

✗ Permanent security fencing
✗ Areas with heavy rain without treatment
✗ Large property boundaries
✗ High-wind locations

Common Uses

✓ Garden screens
✓ Patio privacy
✓ Decorative accents
✓ Tropical-themed landscapes
✓ Balcony screens

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
+ Eco-friendly and sustainable material	− Shorter lifespan than other materials
+ Unique tropical aesthetic	− Can crack, split, or fade in weather
+ Affordable privacy option	− Requires waterproofing treatment
+ Lightweight and easy to install	− Not as structurally strong as wood or metal
+ Natural and biodegradable	− Insect damage possible without treatment

Bamboo Privacy Fence Cost

A six-foot bamboo privacy fence runs $10 to $25 per linear foot installed. The table applies the same height factors the planner and the calculator use, so a number you read here matches the one you get after drawing your own property.

Height	Per foot	100 ft	150 ft	200 ft
4 ft	$7 to $18	$700 to $1,750	$1,050 to $2,625	$1,400 to $3,500
5 ft	$9 to $21	$850 to $2,125	$1,275 to $3,188	$1,700 to $4,250
6 ft (most common)	$10 to $25	$1,000 to $2,500	$1,500 to $3,750	$2,000 to $5,000
8 ft	$14 to $35	$1,400 to $3,500	$2,100 to $5,250	$2,800 to $7,000

Installed prices before gates, permits, and removal of an old fence. A walk gate adds $350 to $600 and a double drive gate $1,000 to $1,800 on most materials.

Expected service life is 5 to 15 years, which works out to $1.17 to $3.5 per foot per year of ownership before upkeep.