Pylex Deck Sunblind System 11060, Louvers Bracket Shutter Hardware Kit, Up to 11 Boards (48”) – Black Steel Baked Powder Coating Brackets

⭐ Pylex Deck Sunblind System – Finally, Privacy That Looks Good
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 & MaterialsThe 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 UserThis 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 ResultsNow, 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 UseStill 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.

Great product with an install kit fail…
I bought this set for a BBQ shack I built. The kit was poorly packaged for shipping, but that’s not a problem with the product. Inside, the kit is well-built, with good quality components. The instructions are fair; not great but usable.There was one major issue that anyone buying this needs to watch out for. There is a steel strip that is included. It’s a template for laying out the screw holes in the posts. It works great… But… the strip is not marked top/bottom or any other way, and the distance from the first hole to the end of the template is different at each end! (See the photos)You can lay it out either way on your posts. But when you go to the other side, you may not realize that the two ends are drilled differently, and they don’t line up, so it’s a 50/50 chance you’ll get it wrong and end up with a slanted installation.I didn’t realize it was off until I was done. It’s not fixable without complete disassembly, plugging holes and restaining the posts, and redoing it all.The takeaway… mark the template with top/bottom or something. Doesn’t matter how you do it, just make sure you have the same end up on both sides!Otherwise… Really great looks and functionality. I found that tightening the screws a tiny bit more than they say works really well for my needs; I don’t need to move the louvers often, so just a bit of friction helps hold them in place.Also, be sure and keep all your screws safe during the install. There are NO extra long screws, although there are a couple of short screws and 1 extra spacer. Don’t lose the long ones!I am buying 4 more kits to complete this shack. I love these things. The install kit could be better though, thus the 1-star ding against them.

Low tech, high effect
These are low-tech, high effect. Totally transformed our back porch and provide the perfect level privacy when needed (using the hot tub).

Upgrade to outdoor space!
Looks amazing! Easy to install, make sure you read the instructions first. Total upgrade to a space.

Easy product to use-does the job but costly for the components that come in the box.

Put these on, using 4×4 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 4×4/6×6. 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 4×4. Doing so will put pressure on the screw and twist your side brackets and in turn, will rub against your 4×4. Also, if you have a twisted 4×4 OR 6×6 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 4×4’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 4×4 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 4×4/6×6 (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.