We have a rather large deck (9x16' upper, 11x20 lower) and it is elevated. We found privacy was an issue for us so when I replaced the rail posts on the sides of our deck I ran them from the ground (for anchoring) to about 8 feet above the deck with a header connecting all three posts per side I had a solid surface that I mounted outdoor roller blinds on for improved privacy.
With approximately 16 feet of coverage on both sides we are aware of our neighbors when they are outside but we have less of that "on display" feel if we did not have the blinds.
We purchased the blinds from Costco off the floor for about $70 each.
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