IKEA Quietly Discounted This Modern Backyard Gem That’s Perfect for Small Patios

Patio season means spending as much time as possible outside, but a private outdoor oasis that’s tucked away from passersby can feel like a real estate unicorn, especially if you live in a big city. However, that doesn’t mean you’re resigned to prying eyes or nosy neighbors, because IKEA is selling a renter-friendly backyard solution that’ll give you a modern yet sheltered outdoor retreat — and it’s currently over 25% off. 

Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on fences, walls, and lush foliage, IKEA’s LUNGÖN Privacy Screen is a subtle yet quiet luxury-inspired solution for exposed outdoor situations — and it’s a fraction of the cost at $80 (compared with its normal $110 price). Plus, if you’re an IKEA loyalty member, you can get an extra 10% off at checkout. 

Whether you’ve got a tiny patch of grass, a concrete jungle balcony, or something in between, the white patterned structure looks almost like an art deco decor piece while also quietly setting boundaries around your exterior (or interior) space. 

Made out of a heavy galvanized steel that’s been painted with a white polyester coating, the privacy screen measures just over 55 inches in height, 31.5 inches in width, and 15.75 inches in depth. It’s not very tall (you’re looking at just over 4.5 feet in height), and several reviewers remarked that the decorative cutouts prevent you from getting total privacy. However, if you’re looking for an attractive and sleek divider that blends in without calling too much attention to itself, or even just a divider that separates your yard space into functional areas, the LUNGÖN Privacy Screen is your small space hero.

In photos on IKEA’s website, they demonstrated how they used the LUNGÖN to subtly separate a private outdoor sitting space from a larger common area or to divide an outdoor eating section from a larger patio setup. While reviews are mixed, with some shoppers arguing that the screen’s size makes it best for a “small patio space,” many noted that the portable divider is magnetic and can be used to suspend string lights with the help of magnet hooks. 

Once patio season is over, you can also move it inside to separate your bed from your work-from-home desk setup (the magnetic capabilities mean you can hang magnets, Polaroids, and anything else you’d want behind you), or even to create a makeshift vanity area. Just keep in mind that IKEA’s sale price is only valid until June 30, so you’ll want to “add to cart” or pick this privacy screen up in stores before then to take advantage of the deal.

Sometimes IKEA items aren’t shippable depending on where you are or are sold out in one story and not the other. If that’s the case for you, note that Wayfair is selling a similar-style freestanding privacy screen that’s also white and modern in style for $132 (it’s currently on sale from $165). Though it’s more expensive than the IKEA version, the reviews are generally positive — reviewers call them “really nice,” “easy to put together,” and appreciated the size and sturdiness.

Buy: Wayfair Free Standing Privacy Screen, $132