A brick fence is considered one of the oldest types of fencing. In fact, it is next after wooden structures. Typically, a brick fence consists of brick pillars and spans. Previously used structures of the same material. Today, along with bricks, corrugated board (for the construction of spans), pipes for poles (they are bricked) can be used in the fence. Such constructions are called combined. The foundation for a brick fence can be made both from the same brick, and using concrete.
Many fences of this type are solid ("deaf"). Technologies make it possible to build semi-deaf constructions. However, this option is not so often implemented.
It should be noted the high performance that a brick fence has. The strength and reliability of the structure is often not inferior to a concrete structure.
The undoubted advantage of a brick fence is the variety of external forms. This is due to the fact that the construction is carried out using individual elements. This allows you to get a variety of decorative patterns, erecting, for example, a brick fence with your own hands. However, in this case, you need to know the masonry technology. To give even more originality, forged elements are used as decoration in the upper part of the fence .
Despite the fact that masonry is a relatively time-consuming process and takes a certain period of time - more than the installation of ready-made modules (concrete slabs, forged structures, corrugated sheets and others) - the fence serves a relatively long time. After ten to twenty years, under the influence of atmospheric precipitation, the brick can be destroyed: jagged and cracked can appear. In this case, to prevent subsequent destruction, it is necessary to repair problem areas on time. Repair is carried out using brick and cement mortar.
You can update or give originality to the appearance of the fence by painting it. The paint is used resistant to atmospheric phenomena. As a result, after repair and painting, even a rather old brick fence will look like new.
It should be said that the construction of fencing requires certain costs. To build a brick fence today is a relatively expensive pleasure. Many owners of their own sites prefer to use cheaper materials, such as concrete or decking. This is mainly due to the fact that for the construction of a fence only of brick will require a lot of material. Accordingly, the cost of the entire volume of material will be quite high. In addition, as already mentioned, knowledge of masonry technology is required. You should be aware that a brick fence is a rather heavy construction, in connection with this it is necessary to strictly observe the construction technology. It is advisable to invite a highly skilled bricklayer to carry out the work.
For greater stability, durability and reliability of the structure during the construction of the brick fence, two foundations are arranged: lower and upper.
To fill the lower base you need to dig a trench. Its width should be slightly larger than the width of the future fence. Depth will depend on the characteristics of the soil on the site. In compliance with the technology, the trench is poured with concrete. The material should be allowed to gain strength and solidify.
For the construction of the upper foundation, decorative materials are often used as cladding. Natural stone is very popular. The upper foundation, faced in this way, looks quite original.