Full privacy
New York Style
Closely stacked horizontal slats give the fence a continuous face. Start here for backyard screening and a more private outdoor space.
Shop New York fence kits →AMERICAN-MADE ALUMINUM · ALUMISSION
Aluminum horizontal fence.
Modern lines. Your way.
Create a modern aluminum fence that feels like part of your home. Choose your privacy level, horizontal slat pattern, finish, and matching gate.
Explore Alumission fence kits or build with individual aluminum profiles. Get real project inspiration, installation guides, and help planning your layout.
Powder-coated aluminum · Full and semi-privacy designs · DIY & contractor resources
MADE IN USA
ALUMINUM SYSTEMS
ALUMINUM SYSTEMS
FULL & SEMI
PRIVACY OPTIONS
PRIVACY OPTIONS
FIVE FEATURED
FENCE STYLES
FENCE STYLES
SIX LISTED
FINISH OPTIONS
FINISH OPTIONS
COORDINATING
GATE DESIGNS
GATE DESIGNS
KITS &
INDIVIDUAL PARTS
INDIVIDUAL PARTS
INSTALLATION
VIDEO GUIDES
VIDEO GUIDES
PROJECT &
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
DESIGNED AROUND YOUR SPACE
A modern aluminum fence, from the first line to the last gate.
An aluminum horizontal fence uses slats arranged side to side between supporting posts. Wide profiles create broad, calm lines; narrow profiles add detail. The spacing between those slats determines how open or visually private the fence feels.
Alumission combines aluminum slats, posts, covers, and coordinating components so you can plan a complete fence and gate design. The same visual language can continue across a yard, a side entrance, or a suitable existing wall.
START WITH HOW IT FEELS
Choose your horizontal aluminum fence style
Want a private retreat, a more open boundary, or a distinctive slat pattern? Start with the look below, then select the size, finish, and installation method on the product page.
Classic semi-privacy
Los Angeles Style
Wide 5.5-inch slats with spaced horizontal lines create a clean, balanced design. A natural starting point for a modern front or side boundary.
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Accent band
Dallas Style
Wide slats and a band of narrow accents bring a more detailed composition to the fence. Pair it with a Dallas gate to carry the pattern through.
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Mixed-width rhythm
Miami Style
Combine wide and narrow slats in a repeating pattern. Choose Miami when you want a horizontal aluminum fence with more visual texture.
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Fine horizontal lines
San Francisco Style
Narrow slats create a finely lined, lighter appearance. Compare its openness with the wider-slat styles before choosing your privacy level.
Shop San Francisco fence kits →MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Build with individual profiles
Mix 5.5-inch, 2.5-inch, and 1-inch slats for a custom composition. Plan the posts, spacing, connections, and hardware together before ordering.
Explore fence and gate parts →See the 5.5-inch aluminum slat →
Product images illustrate the featured patterns. Confirm your selected configuration and current kit contents before ordering.
Full privacy or semi-privacy?
A full-privacy layout places slats closely together for a more continuous visual screen. A semi-private layout leaves deliberate gaps for light, airflow, and outward visibility. Consider the view from both sides, especially at entrances and neighboring windows.
For custom work, the 5.5-inch slat can be used with no gap or selected spacing. A narrow reveal creates a subtle shadow line; a larger gap makes the pattern more open. Use the selected kit’s specified arrangement when ordering a named style.
Keep the fence and gate in the same design
Match the slat pattern and finish across fixed panels and entrances. Decide where pedestrian and driveway access will go before dividing the fence into sections, and leave room for the gate’s movement.
Explore aluminum gate designs and matching gate kits. For access planning, our security fence guide explains the role of posts, openings, and locks.
Have a layout in mind?
Send your fence length, desired height, gate openings, and ZIP code.
REAL HOMES. REAL ALUMISSION.
Horizontal fence ideas, already brought to life.
Explore completed projects to compare proportions, finishes, and the way fences meet walls and gates. Each project has its own site conditions and layout.
UNIVERSITY PARK, TX
Clean black horizontal lines
A Los Angeles Style fence with wide slats and half-inch spacing above a block wall. See how the horizontal courses work across a long boundary.
View this project →
BOCA GRANDE, FL
Privacy with an upper accent
This project combines full-privacy sections and a wall topper with an open accent line. A useful reference for adapting privacy to different parts of a property.
View this project →
SAN JOSE, CA
Wood-look aluminum & a matching gate
Warm-toned horizontal slats and black framing create a coordinated side entrance. Wood-look is a finish on aluminum, not timber infill.
View this project →HEAR FROM A CUSTOMER
See the fence. Hear the experience.
Watch an existing Alumission DIY fence-and-gate review, and explore more customer experiences before planning your own installation.
“I installed the fence my self and it was quick and easy.”
Oded Sason · excerpt from Alumission’s published customer reviews
The written excerpt and the video are separate customer experiences. Your installation scope depends on the selected products and site.
DIY aluminum fence and gate review
Watch the customer video on YouTube →FROM INSPIRATION TO A MATERIAL LIST
Plan the size, finish & installation.
A successful horizontal slat fence starts with a complete layout. Mark the ends, corners, gate openings, changes in grade, and any existing walls before selecting products.
Height choicesFeatured fence-kit selectors list 3′, 3.5′, 4′, 5′, and 6′ heights.
Finish choicesBlack, Bronze, White, Dark Grey, Light Gray, and Wood are listed for the featured styles.
Mounting choicesIn-Ground and Post Base options appear in the featured fence-kit selectors.
Options reflect the current featured product listings. Confirm variation availability, actual dimensions, and kit contents on the product page. A listed overall kit length is not an unsupported panel span.
Black, white, bronze or wood-look?
A black horizontal aluminum fence gives plants and light-colored masonry a strong outline. White creates a brighter boundary, while bronze and gray tones can coordinate with windows, roofing, and hardscape. Wood-look brings a warmer appearance with aluminum slats.
Review real project photos alongside product images. Finish appearance changes with lighting and screens, so discuss your finish choice before a large order.
- Black
- Bronze
- White
- Dark Grey
- Light Gray
- Wood finish
In the ground, on a base, or between columns?
The mounting method should suit the supporting structure. In-ground work needs an appropriate footing plan; surface-mounted posts need suitable concrete or another verified structural substrate. Existing columns require compatible fixings and sound support.
For an existing opening, consider New York between-columns kits. Adding height above a wall requires assessment of the wall and fixings; a wall topper is not automatically suitable for every wall.
CHOOSE HOW TO BUY
Fence kits or individual aluminum slats?
Start with a fence kit
Best when you have chosen an Alumission style and want to select a coordinated configuration. Pick the finish, height, listed run length, and mounting option, then check the supplied components against your layout.
Browse aluminum horizontal fence kits →Build from individual parts
Useful for a custom pattern, replacement components, or a layout being planned by an experienced installer. Specify slats, posts, spacers, covers, caps, brackets, reinforcement where required, and fasteners as a complete system.
Shop profiles, spacers and hardware →What affects horizontal aluminum fence cost?
The total depends on the style, fence height and length, finish, gates, hardware, mounting method, delivery, and installation work. Corners, slopes, demolition, and existing masonry can change the scope. A low per-foot figure is not useful if it leaves out posts, gates, or site preparation.
Use the live product selectors for current material pricing. For a complete estimate, share a simple layout and ask what is included in supply, delivery, and installation. Compare quotes for the same design and scope.
Request a project quoteWATCH. MEASURE. BUILD.
How to install an aluminum horizontal fence
Alumission systems are assembled from profiles and hardware. The installation guides show measuring, cutting, setting supports, inserting slats and spacers, and finishing the panel. Review the guide for your actual configuration before starting.
Measure the whole run
Record each section, corner, height change, and gate opening. Check local requirements and confirm the right mounting approach for the site.
Set and align supports
Follow the relevant instructions for post support, anchoring, and alignment. Plan stepped sections or another approved detail where the ground slopes.
Fit slats and finish
Measure the installed openings, cut using appropriate tools, and assemble the specified slat pattern. Finish caps and connections, then check the matching gate.
Installing a fence in the ground
Watch the system assembly and support sequence, then review the written instructions for your site.
Open the in-ground installation guide →Assembling aluminum fence panels
See the measuring, slat-fitting, and finishing process for panels between existing supports.
Open the fence panel installation guide →The guides list tools such as a tape measure, level, saw, and drill; the mounting method can require additional equipment. For layout or assembly questions, contact technical support.
COMPARE THE MATERIAL
Horizontal aluminum fence vs. wood
| Consideration | Aluminum slat system | Wood horizontal fence |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Consistent profiles and powder-coated colors; some products offer wood-look finishes. | Natural grain and variation; appearance depends on timber and finish. |
| Routine care | Clean the finish and inspect hardware, supports, and gate alignment. | Care can include refinishing and replacing boards affected by weather or decay. |
| Moisture & movement | Aluminum slats do not rot. Support, thermal movement, and connections still matter. | Timber can change dimension with moisture; detailing and species selection matter. |
| Privacy | Set by the specified slat pattern and gaps. | Set by board layout, gaps, and changes as the wood weathers. |
| Price | Compare current kit pricing with the full installed scope. | Compare timber grade, framing, labor, finish, and ongoing care. |
Some “aluminum horizontal fence” products use aluminum posts with wood infill. Alumission’s featured systems use aluminum slats; check material descriptions when comparing quotes.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Aluminum horizontal fence FAQs
What is an aluminum horizontal fence?
It is a fence with aluminum slats running horizontally between supporting posts or within a compatible frame. Slat widths, gaps, finish, and gate design create the overall appearance. Alumission offers named fence styles and individual profiles for custom layouts.
Is a horizontal aluminum fence a modern aluminum fence?
Yes. Horizontal slat fencing is a popular modern aluminum fence design because of its clean lines and repeated proportions. Modern describes the appearance; horizontal describes the slat orientation. Modern aluminum fencing can also use vertical or mixed layouts.
Which Alumission style provides full privacy?
New York Style uses closely stacked slats for a more continuous visual screen. Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, and San Francisco create different spaced or mixed-width patterns. Review the selected configuration and consider views from different angles.
How much space should be between horizontal aluminum slats?
Use the specified arrangement for a named kit. Custom designs can use no gap or selected spacers depending on the profile, privacy goal, and applicable requirements. Do not apply wood-board expansion-gap advice to an aluminum system.
Can I build a horizontal aluminum fence myself?
DIY assembly may be suitable if you can measure accurately, cut the components, and complete the required support and mounting work. Read the specific kit instructions first. Slopes, tall sections, unfamiliar substrates, and complex gates may benefit from an experienced installer.
Are the fence panels supplied fully assembled?
Plan for assembly and possible field cutting with the Alumission kits featured here. Check the exact product description and included components before ordering; do not assume that a fence kit arrives as a finished panel.
Can a horizontal aluminum fence be installed on a slope?
A sloped site needs a planned layout, such as stepped sections where appropriate for the system. Do not assume standard panels can rack to any angle or that one post spacing works everywhere. Send site measurements and photos for guidance.
Does aluminum fencing rust or need repainting?
Aluminum does not develop the red rust associated with iron and steel. Powder-coated finishes still benefit from appropriate cleaning and care. Steel reinforcement and other hardware may be part of the installation and need their own inspection and maintenance.
Is a horizontal fence more expensive than a vertical fence?
Orientation alone does not determine the price. Compare the same material, height, length, profile quantities, posts, gates, finish, and installation scope. Current product selections or a complete project quote provide a more useful answer than a generic lumber price.
Can I order matching gates and side panels?
Yes. Alumission offers coordinating gate designs and fixed panels. Confirm the style, finish, dimensions, frame requirements, and hardware compatibility so the entrance works with the fence layout.
Can horizontal aluminum fencing be used around a pool?
Do not assume a standard horizontal fence meets pool-barrier requirements. Openings, climbability, height, gates, and latches must suit the applicable requirements and approved layout. Confirm suitability before choosing or ordering a system.
What should I send for a fence quote?
Send your ZIP code, approximate total fence length, desired height, preferred style and finish, gate opening sizes, and whether installation is needed. Mention slopes or existing walls. A simple sketch helps the team understand the layout.
LET’S BRING YOUR DESIGN TO LIFE
Your modern fence starts here.
Tell us what you want to build. We’ll help you choose the Alumission style and products that fit your project.
Include the fence length, height, preferred finish, gate openings, and any slopes or existing walls in your message. Call (888) 615-5001 if you prefer to talk through the layout.
