Pylex 11060 Deck Sunblind System, Black

I’ve been trying to solve one problem for years: privacy on my deck. My neighbor’s home office window looks directly onto our outdoor space, and I’ve tried everything—lattice, fabric shades, even bamboo panels. Nothing looked right… until I found this louver kit on Amazon. 🧰 First Impressions & Materials The kit came with a metal track system, a template, and clear instructions. The build quality looked solid right out of the box—definitely better than some of the flimsier privacy kits I’ve tried before. I went to the local hardware store and picked up cedar 2x4s and fence planks—cost me under $50. The system is flexible, so you can choose your own wood to match your space. That alone made it feel more custom than anything else I’d seen. 🔧 Installation Tips from a Real User This isn’t a quick snap-together job, but it’s totally DIY-friendly with some basic tools. • Cutting & Prep: It took me about 2–3 hours to measure and cut my slats using the template. • Alignment: Use a level when mounting the first louver bracket. If the first line is off, all the rest will follow. • Tightening: Don’t overtighten the screws—tight = secure, but too tight = hard to rotate. • Adjustability: I don’t adjust mine every day, but when I do, it moves smoothly if the install was level and balanced. 💡 Real-World Results Now, I finally have adjustable privacy that looks like it belongs on a designer deck. It blocks the view when I want privacy and opens up easily to let in light or a breeze. Honestly, it elevates the whole feel of my outdoor space. I’ve had several guests ask me where I got it—and one even ordered a set on the spot after seeing it in person. The metal bracket system feels durable, and the cedar gives it that natural, high-end finish. 🔁 After 1 Month of Use Still rock solid. The louvers haven’t sagged or shifted, and they’re holding up well through rain and sun. No rust, no warping. I’m even planning to add another set by the hot tub area. ✅ Pros: • Looks clean and custom (not like a generic shade) • Kit allows for your own wood choice • Affordable—wood + hardware under $100 • Sturdy construction, great adjustability • Clear instructions with a reusable template ❌ Cons: • Not a “5-minute install” — needs careful measuring • Tight screws reduce louver movement • Only comes with hardware—not slats (but that’s a plus for customization) 🎯 Who Is This For? Anyone tired of temporary privacy “solutions” that flap in the wind or look out of place. If you’ve got a deck, patio, or even a pergola and want clean, adjustable privacy—this is the kit. (Note if you want to stain the wood, Stain the wood right after cutting, otherwise is a lot more work to do it after the install) 📷 Photos Added: I included before, during, and after shots. You can really see how much the space transformed—and how good it looks in natural sunlight.

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Put these on, using 4x4 Posts, yesterday and it was a breeze! The ONLY thing I found, as you can see in my pictures is you should measure from the "inside of the bracket" "to inside of the bracket", NOT from screw to screw that fastens the bracket to your 4x4/6x6. I even cut out a notch, on some boards/louvers so it sat flush on the fastened hardware bracket, this allows the fastener screw to fit inside your board/louver, not just up to the screw used for this bracket. (Should have done this to all of my boards/louvers). This makes the wood sit properly without forcing the bracket to twist and catch on the side of the 4x4. Doing so will put pressure on the screw and twist your side brackets and in turn, will rub against your 4x4. Also, if you have a twisted 4x4 OR 6x6 you will bind the hardware and boards/louvers will not move up/down. This will NOT allow you to use the connecting hardware that allows you to move ALL the louvers at once. The side brackets/hardware catch's on the 4x4's and there is NO space to close the louvers all the way up/down. As you can see in my photos, some of the wood boards/louver planks are not flush, with the side brackets, nor can you see the connecting hardware, to move all louvers at once, this is due the the tight fit from the brackets to 4x4 so I was not able to move the louvers/boards closed either way. Also, I would suggest NOT placing the brackets exactly in the middle of your 4x4/6x6 (as shown in directions) I suggest trying one louver/board/brackets and move them a bit out (forward) so you then can attach the moving side hardware to operate ALL the louvers at one time. If I would have moved the swivel brackets a half inch forward, I would have been able to attach the connecting hardware and in turn move ALL the louvers at once and close the boards/louvers completely. No big deal though..., I now can move the louvers individually so I can have some open and some closed. Works for me.... I would experiment with just one louver/brackets first and make sure you have enough clearance to use the side hardware to swivel ALL the boards/louvers together. It takes time and some patients but it looks great and my neighbor has already complimented me on this project. Looks great! I was told... I will now place a privacy screen along the bottom portion of my rail under the new louvers to increase the privacy even more. Will follow up on that picture later. I hope this short documentary has given you an idea of what to expect and knowing that it's not hard to put these up. It works well using two people...trust me! The total length of the boards/louvers I used where about 49". It says you can use up to 7feet but at the length I have now, it's good enough because any more, it will sag in time and at 7feet, you bet it will. I had to ordered two kits for this project. Go online/utube and do your research first and make sure you know what to do. The directions in the kit are great as well but seeing it put together is a great idea. I hope this helps....I recommend this product and I would purchase these again.