Different types of fences and barriers for the home allow you to protect the site from illegal invasion and create a cozy atmosphere. There are various options that allow not only to save property, but also to complement the landscape design. The construction of reliable, high-quality and aesthetic designs is possible thanks to a modern assortment of all kinds of materials that can be found in construction stores.
Almost all types of fences and barriers for the home can be done independently. The help of professionals is required, as a rule, when using heavy reinforced concrete elements. Also practiced appeal to designers in order to create an interesting and custom project.
The materials used determine the design purpose and installation method. The most widespread are the classic options, characterized by durability, strength and sufficient height. Their lifespan is estimated in decades, and throughout the entire time they protect the territory from penetration and unnecessary eyes.
At the same time, many prefer transparent lightweight designs and choose the appropriate materials.
Picket fence
Fence is one of the most popular materials. It allows you to create an inexpensive fence, the slats of which can be horizontal and vertical. For a long time, a wooden picket fence has been used , but today an artificial analogue made of plastic is starting to compete with it. The latter is not able to provide reliable protection of the site, its main purpose is to delimit the territory, while it is easy to assemble and install.
Europacking is also quite common, which is made of galvanized metal battens coated with a protective polymer composition, which reduces the influence of ultraviolet rays and moisture. Often they make a fence between sections, which is more reliable compared to a plastic analog and is fireproof, which cannot be said about a wooden picket fence. The panels can have a different tint coating applied on one or two sides, as well as imitation of natural wood (for example, oak or larch). The formation of a common style is possible with the help of products made in the color of the roof or siding at home. Metal picket fence is ideal for those who are looking for the best price-quality ratio, while its service life reaches 50 years.
Transparent and blank fences
Deaf designs with various designs have gained sufficient distribution. They have reliability and stability, protect the territory from dust, wind and prying eyes. The fence can be made from various materials, for example, from wood, stone, brick and slate. The options of wild stone and cobblestone are particularly original and aesthetically pleasing.
Wicker fence today is again becoming popular, it gives the general appearance a touch of romance and has a sectional design. It is possible to independently produce spans from branches, while not only saving money, but also enjoying the process. Today, ready-made plastic spans are also being made, for the installation of which experience and specific knowledge are not needed, the result of the work is an even, durable and inexpensive fence.
Some sectional options are distinguished by a more complex installation process and the need to equip a reliable foundation, it can be concrete or wooden elements.
Forged fence
Forged fences are luxurious, classic designs made in various design designs. Art forging has long been widespread in this area, due to the possibility of forming complex and non-standard projects suitable for various design areas. Gates, garden furniture and other elements made in a similar way are optimally suitable for such a fence.
Forged fences and barriers for the home according to their purpose are divided into several types:
- Art products created by an experienced craftsman in accordance with an individual project. Designs are made of corners, tips and other small elements. The stamped parts are practically not used, as well as the connection by soldering and welding. All elements are fastened together with rivets and clamps. The resulting hedge becomes a real work of art, but it also costs the corresponding amount.
- Functional products are characterized by sufficient reliability, fast manufacturing and low cost. Their external design is standard and has simple shapes. The basis is stamped parts connected by a welded method.
There are also options for fences that have properties characteristic of both varieties. They consist of art and standard elements, the number of the latter, of course, prevails, so they cost the customer a much smaller amount.
The main advantage of forged structures is the uniqueness and attractive appearance. At work, the master puts his artistic vision into them, as a result of which an original durable product appears, in the design of which wooden, brick and stone elements can also be present.
How to choose
All types of fences and barriers for the home can be made of various materials, the selection of which is carried out in accordance with the necessary characteristics.
At all times, wood has occupied a place of honor in the field of construction. Currently, it is used to form fences both on the territory of large suburban facilities and in summer cottages. This material has an acceptable cost, environmental friendliness and attractive appearance. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the susceptibility to fungal infections, the development of mold and decay. To protect against microorganisms and high humidity, special compositions are used that are applied to the surface before installation of the products.
Logs allow you to independently create an attractive, durable and high-quality perimeter fence, and a combination of a reliable foundation and a stockade will form an impressive structure. For classic and durable hedges, rounded logs are optimally suited.
Massive brick fence will prevent strangers from entering the territory. The material opens up vast opportunities for the implementation of design ideas during the construction process, as it perfectly combines natural and artificial stone, metal, wood and forged parts. Brick is sold in various shades, so it can be used to create panels and ornaments.
It is worth noting that structures created from this material have a fairly large weight, so they should be located on a reliable tape base. If this rule is not observed, a high fence can become cracked and collapse. To increase the service life and preserve the appearance, a reinforcing cage is made, and the brickwork is placed on the supporting poles.
Plastic fence
Today, plastic is often used as the material for the construction of fences. It has many advantages, including resistance to frost, moisture, rot and corrosion. Moreover, the resulting design is attractive and lightweight. Despite the resistance to atmospheric phenomena, it is not able to become a protection for the site.
Installation of plastic hedges is extremely simple due to its light weight, which also simplifies their transportation. They are implemented in the form of sections of various sizes, which easily fit together. Subsequent care consists in cleaning with a moistened cloth, if necessary, you can use soft abrasive compounds.
Welded construction
Welded fences are metal systems, which include load-bearing poles, galvanized grating sections, coated with a high-quality composition, having various shades, as well as decorative parts and fasteners.
Advantages:
- Resistance to atmospheric phenomena, in particular, to such as snow and wind, due to which welded fences are optimally suited for harsh climatic conditions;
- Transparency of the structure, providing the possibility of use next to the stands and in summer cottages;
- Attractive appearance;
- Long term of operation;
- The polymer coating retains its properties for 10 years;
- Quick installation;
- Panel fencing is equipped with anti-vandal mount;
- Resistance to corrosion;
- No maintenance needed.
Decking
Decking is a high-quality, durable and low-cost sheet material that has successfully established itself in the creation of fencing. Not so long ago, it was used only at production and storage facilities due to the uniform shades. Today, thanks to modern technology, it is possible to purchase sheets imitating wood, brickwork or stone.
When creating structures from corrugated board, it is worth considering that the maximum width between the supporting posts is 2.5 meters. Compliance with this rule is required due to the high probability of material deformation under strong wind loads.
Rabitz
The category of inexpensive and lightweight fences include mesh structures. The roll material is fixed on the supporting poles using self-tapping screws, nails and wire. There is also a welded mesh that is used to create sectional hedges.
Various options for metal mesh fences are optimally suited for a summer cottage or temporary fencing. This design does not require special care during operation, is easy to install and is one of the most budget options. Installation is possible in two ways: using welded sectional elements, the dimensions of which are 2.5x1.5 m or roll material with a length within 20 m.
Gabions
Original and aesthetically pleasing gabions. They are made of a mesh frame filled with stones, the size of the fence can be any, depending on the wishes of the owner. Creating a design is within the power of every person who has never encountered such works. In stores, frames are ready for use, they can also be made with your own hands from an ordinary garden grid. The resulting space is filled with stones, they should be stacked as densely as possible to prevent the formation of voids.
Gabions can be supplemented with interesting ornaments and patterns laid out from stones with various shades. When organizing such a design, the most important thing is to choose the appropriate sizes of stones. Large elements form voids, while too small ones do not look the best. Therefore, it is worth considering carefully all the options before choosing the right one.
Reinforced Concrete Fences
There are decorative types of reinforced concrete products that differ in non-standard design. The fence consists of sections, the number of which is selected depending on their width, they are mounted in special “glasses” and form a single canvas. They are suitable for the construction of a fence for state and social facilities, parks, large public gardens, country houses, summer cottages.
The installation of decorative reinforced concrete products is carried out in a short time, but preliminary the preparation of the place of the proposed placement must be carried out, which is not required for stand-alone options. Fixation is provided by truncated pyramids, in the upper part of which there is a special hole for installing a column equipped with side grooves. With their help, a durable and high-quality connection of decorative plates is formed.
Supports
Any types of fences and barriers for the home, regardless of the materials used, must be installed in accordance with all the rules, have reliable supports and a base. Only in this case, the design will retain its decorative and protective qualities throughout the entire life cycle. For heavy hedges consisting of concrete, brick or wood, a high-quality, reliable foundation is used. Lightweight options made of profiled sheet or plastic are installed with less time and are much cheaper.
There are many different materials for fences, all of which must be used with suitable supports, the main ones being the following:
- brick pillars;
- asbestos pipes;
- concrete supports;
- profiled metal poles;
- support from a bar.
The stability and reliability of these elements is increased by filling the pits with a cement-sand composition.
Brick supports are considered the most popular and attractive. They can be mounted panel fences, forged or wooden fences. They consist not only of brick, but also of concrete or metal. In the process of creating such supports, the technology must be followed and quality materials used, this will save the appearance of structures for many years and prevent their premature destruction.