Selection and installation of rounded fences solid log
A wooden fence is a typical type of fencing for Eastern European spaces. Anyone interested in history knows that many architectural monuments from the Middle Ages have not survived to our times, because they were built of wood. Naturally, today the log structure has lost most of those practical meanings, which it possessed at that time, but even today it represents best option fences. It is not so easy to compete in aestheticism with wood products.
One of the most popular and famous is the log fence. In suburban construction it is becoming more common. As a rule, such fences are distinguished by the presence of decor in the “ethnic” style or a unique design, which is designated as “ country style" But in addition to aesthetic parameters, they are also reliable protection from unnecessary glances and generally from ill-wishers. The advantage is that the fence can be built within a few days, and if everything is done according to certain rules (which we will discuss below), then such a fence will serve for dozens of years, losing little of its attractiveness.
Selection and preparation of material
The construction of a fence involves simple steps, the first of which will be decisive for its quality. It's about about the procurement of materials. We will need rounded wooden logs, approximately the same in diameter of their trunk. Wooden fences are now rarely built massively, because the diameter of the workpieces should be approximately 10-15 cm.
As for the heights, the boss is here country house determined according to your taste, taking into account, of course, the purpose of the fence. Usually the outer fence is built at the height of an average human being, and therefore logs must be at least two meters long. Since such structures also look good as internal fences designed to delimit zones on a site, half a meter of material is selected for this purpose. This type of fencing does not play a particularly practical role, but from an aesthetic point of view it looks great.
The deepening of logs is responsible for their stability. Sometimes a cross beam raised above the ground can be used for this purpose. It is fixed on the supporting pillars of the structure. This technique allows you not to deepen the workpieces at all, but to place them above the ground at full height.
It is very important to determine the height of the fence. If you plan to build it in the traditional way (with the trunks deepening into the ground), then it is worth considering that for the strength of the structure, a third of the logs must be underground.
How to choose the optimal wood? The defining principle here is that you cannot save. After all, for such fences the main quality is their service life. When choosing trunks, remember that cross section their surface should not have any protrusions or recesses.
This type of fence is characterized by pointed tops. That is, the log will resemble a sharpened pencil. An ordinary hatchet will suffice for this job. The taper angle should be 35-40 degrees.
The following video shows one of the options for such a pine fence:
Rot protection
Logs require certain processing. Traditional way fencing construction, as we have already recalled, consists in burying part of the trunks in the ground. Naturally, over time the wood will deteriorate and rot. If the trunks are unprotected, then within 3-4 years the structure may collapse. As a result, the entire protective structure will have to be replaced.
Naturally, today hardly anyone would think of such a measure of protection. Modern practices are simpler and less labor intensive. Those parts of the trunks that will be dug into the ground should be treated by immersing them in hot bitumen.
Construction process
In general, the algorithm for building a fence looks simple. But it is necessary to adhere to certain rules:
- First of all, we stick the trunks into the ground, making sure that the lower end is pointed. Before doing this, pour a little water into the holes. The log must “sit” firmly in the soil and be fixed, and therefore it should be screwed in very carefully, making a lot of physical effort. In this process, of course, a hammer or sledgehammer is used, but you should be extremely careful not to damage the barrel. Sometimes special plastic caps are put on the hammers, which serve as protection against cracks and chips during impacts.
- When constructing a fence, you should take care of the trench. Its depth, by modern standards, should be half a meter. In order for the structure to stand more firmly, the bottom of the trench is traditionally reinforced. For this, sand or crushed stone is used. An appropriate layer of 20-30 cm creates a “pillow” effect.
- The stakes should be installed as tightly as possible to avoid possible gaps between them. Having filled the trench with a layer of earth, it is worth compacting it thoroughly. To achieve a better effect, the soil is also watered. This achieves maximum density.
- To create an additional level of strength, beams made of timber are used, which are installed horizontally. They are placed parallel to each other. The top one is placed 20 cm below the top edge of the fence, and the bottom one 20 cm above ground level.
- The final stage is to give the structure an optimal aesthetic appearance. For this purpose, stain, primer and/or clear varnish are used. Different variants stain concentrations can significantly increase the decorative parameters of the fence; it can be painted in brown-chocolate or honey-golden shades.
Such fences are quite cheap options, especially in suburban construction. The environmental parameters of such a structure are always noted. The entire complex of work associated with its construction is extremely simple. But the result is often very attractive.
I’m answering your question about installing a wooden fence in your home.
Materials
To build a wooden fence, I needed the following materials:
- logs (pine) with a diameter of 180 mm and a length of 6 m (for poles)
- edged board 100mm wide, 25mm thick and 4 meters long (for a picket fence)
- bars with a cross section of 50x80 mm, 6 meters long (for beds)
- bars with a cross section of 50x50 mm, 3 meters long (for screed strips)
- bars with a cross section of 40x80 mm, 4 meters long (for the frame of gate leaves and wickets)
- garage hinges, self-tapping screws, wood grouse screws, nails 120mm and 60mm long
- decorative antiseptic
Material calculation
I will calculate the materials based on the size of my plot. The width of the plot is 38 meters, the length of the plot is 30 meters.
1. Pillars
- I installed the pillars at a distance of 3 m from each other, 45 pillars were installed
- The pillars were buried in the ground to a depth of approximately 1.2 m, the height of the pillars from the ground surface was 1.8 m. Total: 3 m
2. Lay down
- for the fence I used six-meter bars with a section of 50x80 mm
3. Picket fence
- for the picket fence I used pine boards (humidity? 20%), before installing the fence, the boards for the picket fence were pre-processed on a woodworking machine (planed on both sides and sides)
4.Gates and wicket
- I made the gate and wicket, just like the fence, from wood; for the frame of the gate and wicket I used a pine block with a cross-section of 40x80 mm and boards, the same as for the picket fence
- gate size – 3.8 m width and 2 m height; The size of the gate is 1.2 m width and 2 m height.
Note:The height of the gate and wicket is indicated by the height of the frame cladding with a picket fence, the height of the frame itself is 1.6 m.
Requirement for bars and boards for gates and wickets: bars -5 pcs. (0.07 cubic meters), boards - 42 pcs. (0.17 cubic meters).
Fence device
Step one. Drilling holes for pillars
I made holes for the posts using a drill (blade diameter 250 mm). Why is the diameter of the drill knives larger than the diameter of the posts? A larger diameter of the pit is necessary so that it is possible to line broken bricks or medium-sized stones in order to strengthen the pillars in the ground.
The holes were drilled to a depth of 1.5 m, a layer of crushed stone about 30 cm thick was poured onto the bottom of the holes - this is necessary so that water does not accumulate around the pillars, but goes into the ground.
Step two. Preparation of pillars and their installation
Before sawing, I sanded the logs and cut off the knots. Afterwards, I sawed the log with a chainsaw into pieces 3 meters long. Next, it is necessary to treat the logs with an antiseptic. But I did not treat the part of the logs that would be in the ground with an antiseptic; I chose the method of treating fence posts, which was still used in those days when people did not know antiseptics, bitumen, etc. I charred this part of the logs on the fire.
To char the underground part of the pillars (D) on a fire, I made a formwork from road curbs (A), inside of which the fire will be lit, a layer of crushed stone 5-8 cm thick was poured onto the bottom of the formwork, this measure was caused to avoid burns during a long-term burning of the fire soil. In order to be able to put in one go large quantity fuel inside the formwork, under the logs I made linings from bricks (B) - the height from the surface of the bottom of the formwork to the logs is approximately 45-55 cm. I placed trimmings of beams (B) under the other ends of the logs.
In order for the logs to be charred to a certain size (110 cm, maximum 120 cm - the depth of installation of logs in the ground), I wrapped the log with a strip of foil (D) approximately 20-25 cm wide. The foil does not burn and will serve as a limiter for the impact of fire on the surface of the log.
The approximate processing time for four logs (one stack) was about 1 hour. When firing the logs, it is necessary to rotate them in a circle - an interval of 10-15 minutes. The log should not just turn black from soot, but it should also become charred, cracks characteristic of charring wood should appear - their depth should be at least 5 mm, maximum 10 mm.
Note:The time for charring logs on a fire can vary, it depends on the intensity of the fire, the fuel used, and the moisture content of the wooden posts.
Important!
Roofing felt, roofing felt, plastic film etc., in this case, the service life of wooden poles is reduced by 50-60%!
Carbonization of pillars can also be done using blowtorch or gas burner, but at the same time you will have additional consumables Money- gasoline, gas.
While the next batch of pillars was being charred on the fire, the finished pillars (B) could be installed. The pillars were installed in a hole on a bed of crushed stone (A). To seal the pillars I used broken bricks and natural stone(IN). The stones and bricks laid in the gap between the pillar and the walls of the pits were compacted with a piece of timber (section 50x80 mm), a clay castle was made around the pillars (D) so that the melting and rainwater did not have the opportunity to flow directly under the fence posts.
Step three. Fastening slightly
Sledges are transverse bars attached to the posts to which the picket fence is attached.
To attach it to the posts, I made markings at the top and bottom of the posts, applying the strip - template to the posts, checking the horizontal position of the strip - template using a level.
According to the markings, I made notches in the pillars - the width of the notch in the column should not be more than 1 mm greater than the width of the notch, since the installation of the notches in the notches in the columns must be carried out with tension (that is, the notches need to be hammered into the notches using a mallet - wooden hammer or with the butt of an ax through a spacer), the depth of the cut is equal to half the thickness of the blade.
When the notches were made in all the pillars, I began to fasten them lightly - fastening was carried out using nails 120 mm long. Afterwards I treated the beds and the above-ground part of the pillars with a decorative antiseptic.
Step four. Fixing and configured picket trim
A picket fence made of boards 100 mm wide, 20 mm thick and 2 m long was prepared in advance, so all that remained was to attach the boards to the slabs. The picket fence was not attached to the legs with a solid shield, but, leaving a distance of 2 cm - the template was a strip 2 cm thick and 5 cm wide. Why was the picket fence not fastened with a solid shield?
- first: after the boards begin to dry out, cracks of various sizes will begin to form in the solid shield - this will negatively affect the aesthetic appearance of the fence
- the spaces between the boards contribute to better wind resistance, and the air flow pressure is significantly reduced.
When attaching the picket fence to the fences, I controlled the height level not at the top of the fence, but at the bottom, since the top of the picket fence will be leveled during the configured trimming.
For the configured trim of the top of the picket fence, I made a template from a strip of plywood, cutting out the configuration of the top of the fence along one edge that I needed. The cutting was done using an electric jigsaw.
Step five. Installation of wickets and gates
Before installing the gate and wicket, I attached 30 mm thick boards to the posts, this made it possible to achieve maximum verticality of the surface to which the gate and wicket will be attached (posts made of non-cylindered wood have unevenness and a tapered trunk).
To hang the gate I used garage hinges. The hinges to the gate were attached to the upper and lower bars of the gate frame using wood grouse screws 50 mm long, and attached to the post with a length of 150 mm.
The gate canopy was made using smaller overhead hinges, which were attached to the gate and post using wood screws.
The distance from the ground surface to the bottom of the gate and wicket was left about 10cm, so that in winter when the growth snow cover or if it was necessary to raise the height of the path, the gates and wicket opened freely.
Note:if it is required that the gap between the ground surface and the wicket or gate be closed, then strips of hard rubber can be attached to the bottom (for example, a strip from a conveyor belt such as is used in agricultural machinery).
Device wooden gates and gates
The construction of the gate leaves began with the manufacture of the frame. At the ends of the bars I made notches - “into the paw”, the depth of the notch is equal to 1/2 the thickness of the bar (I used a 40 mm thick bar to construct the frame, respectively, the depth of the notches is 20 mm). I fastened the frame posts using self-tapping screws (as can be seen in the photo) - fastening in a “square”. To give the frame of the gate leaves rigidity, I installed in each corner connection jib.
In the center of the side posts of the gate leaves, I made a groove for installing a transverse rail into it, which will serve both as a tie for the side posts and as a place for attaching the trim of the gate leaves. The groove for installing the rail was made using electric drill(the power of the drill must be at least 1 kW) and a finger cutter, the depth of the groove is 4 cm, with a frame post width of 8 cm.
Frame assembly sequence:
- The first to be assembled are the side posts of the gate frame and the rail - tie; a layer of epoxy glue was applied to the tenon of the rail (this guarantees reliable fastening of the tie and frame posts)
- the second step will be to connect the upper and lower bars with the side posts of the frame; before fastening them together with self-tapping screws, you need to check that the angles of the frame are 90° (checked using a square, you can use a regular school square)
- The last step in assembling the frame is the installation and fastening of the jibs.
Important!
The assembly of the frame of gate leaves and gates must be carried out on a flat surface to avoid distortions, which will lead to an uneven connection of the structural parts of the frame.
The assembly of the gate frame is carried out in the same way as the assembly of gate leaf frames. After the frames were ready, I lined them with picket fences and treated them with a decorative antiseptic.
Hit the gate door handle- lock. To install such a handle in the gate you need:
- in the side post of the frame you need to make a sample using a finger cutter and drill holes for installing and fastening the handle-lock mechanism
- attach a latch to the post, which will ensure that the “tongue” snaps into place locking mechanism handles and gate will be securely closed.
In order for the fence to serve for at least 20 years, it is necessary once every three to four years to coat the surfaces of the picket fence, the undersides and the above-ground part of the posts with a decorative antiseptic or paint (oil paint) if your fence was originally painted.
If your area floods in the spring, or clay soil, which does not remove moisture well, then in this case it is recommended to dig a drainage ditch along the fence through which water will flow from the fence posts, which reduces the risk that the posts will become unusable after 7-10 years.
A log fence is a rather rare type of fencing in comparison with various analogues. Key Feature The advantage of such a fence is that it stands out in its color against the background of similar structures. Today, this is quite important for every owner, because the desire to emphasize their individuality should be reflected in all aspects of life. This original fence is easy to make with your own hands.
The process is quite simple, just familiarize yourself with the basic aspects of the process and get an assistant. A helper will be extremely useful, because the beam is quite large in size and weighs impressively.
Before you start working with your own hands, you need to weigh all the pros and cons of such a fence in order to clearly determine its necessity. TO positive qualities can be attributed:
- Attractive and original appearance. Such a fence will certainly attract the attention of passersby.
- If a fence made of rounded logs is erected correctly, it will be especially durable.
- The thickness of the logs indicates not only the strength and reliability of the structure, but also its durability.
- With proper processing of OCB (rounded logs), the wood will be resistant to all weather influences, be it wind, rain or snow.
- The material is environmentally friendly. Now many home owners pay special attention to this criterion.
Such fences have a large number of positive aspects, which are primarily associated with the massiveness of the fence. But it is worth noting that behind a series of advantages, large logs also contain disadvantages. TO negative qualities the following can be attributed:
- Due to the large weight of the structure, it is necessary to provide a more reliable base and a strong supporting part, which means additional waste on materials.
- As noted earlier, the construction of such a fence is a very labor-intensive process, and it cannot be done without the help of a helper. Therefore, it will not be possible to do the work solely with your own hands; you will have to resort to someone else’s help.
- Creating log fencing is a process that is expensive in terms of materials, which means that you will have to shell out a large sum of money.
- Wood is a very capricious material that regularly requires processing and maintenance. The hedge will have to be treated almost every year.
- If the logs in the fence are stacked tightly, then it is necessary to spend additional time and effort to dry them properly, otherwise the fence is in danger of deformation.
Having analyzed the shortcomings, we can conclude that, first of all, the issue of finance arises. Such decorative fence Not every owner can afford it.
Common types of log fencing
To build a fence from round timber, you need to decide on the type of structure. Today, the most popular types of fencing are:
- Palisade The structure consists of tightly connected logs in a vertical projection that go into the ground. That part of the structure that is in the ground can be further processed.
- The palisade may be of another type. In the second case, a cylinder of smaller diameter is used, which is attached to transverse slats. The latter are attached to more massive logs, which are fixed in the ground, and the fence itself hangs above the ground at a short distance. In this case, additional processing of the round timber will not be necessary.
- Structures come with horizontal wood arrangement. In this case, the log house can be located either closely or with gaps of the required size.
- Analogue wooden fencing You can use siding, which is easier to do with your own hands, but completely imitates the structure of wood. This design is much lighter and does not require a serious foundation.
It must be emphasized that all structures, except for the classic picket fence and siding, require a foundation. The need is to resist strong gusts of wind, rain and snow.
Material selection
Before you start building a fence with your own hands, you need to decide on the materials. Experts recommend choosing coniferous species trees, namely: spruce, pine and larch. Their main feature is their high resin content, which indicates a long service life of the wood and the ability to withstand the effects of all kinds of weather conditions.
Birch fencing is particularly attractive. However, it is worth understanding that this type of wood is very short-lived and requires more time and effort for regular processing.
In construction, cylindrical logs are most often used. The wood must be sharpened at 45°, cleared of bark and processed. All logs should be approximately the same diameter, which ranges from 100 to 150 mm. The use of more massive rocks is possible, but less advisable, since it increases the thickness of the fence, the overall weight of the structure and the impact on the foundation. For structures where the weight is placed on the cross members, it is generally better to use round timber with a diameter of 100 mm. It is best to use half-beams as those crossbars.
Do not forget that before starting work it is necessary to treat all material with antiseptics. Otherwise, the service life of the fence will be reduced several times.
Construction of supporting structures
At the first stage, it is necessary to mark and tighten the thread, according to which the supporting structures will be installed. The pitch between the supports should be about 2-2.5 mm. This optimal distance, which will allow you to reduce the number of supports to a minimum and reduce the load on the transverse slats. For a horizontal fence, the pitch is determined depending on the length of the logs.
To erect a palisade fence, you need to dig a trench 5 cm deep, and in places where the posts will be installed - up to 1 meter. For a horizontal beam, it is best to build brick columns that will contain grooves for the main part of the fence. For all remaining types of fences, ordinary poles that will be walled up in concrete are suitable.
When erecting supporting structures, it is necessary to ensure that the racks have a strictly vertical position. Each of them needs to be checked with a level. It is also worth remembering that when using concrete, you must wait until it hardens completely, which is about one month. If you start work before the solution hardens, this can lead to subsidence of the entire structure. This situation will negatively affect the durability and appearance of the structure.
Fencing installation
When building a picket fence with your own hands, those parts of the wood that will be immersed in the ground must be treated with bitumen. This is necessary in order to protect the material from dampness and rotting.
The transverse lintels are fastened in two places - below and above the fence. The lower jumper is installed at a height of 20 cm from the bottom, the upper - at a distance of 30 cm from the very high point. The jumpers are attached using nails or self-tapping screws. In order to avoid deformation of the fence, it is recommended to ensure a distance of several millimeters between the logs. This is because wood can expand and contract at different times of the year. In the case of horizontal timber, the elements are placed in the grooves of the brick racks.
At the final stage of work, it is necessary to cover the entire structure with a special varnish or paint. This will not only ensure the durability of the fence, but will also give it a more attractive appearance. The fence must be repainted at least once every 3 years. If this rule is followed, the structure will last much longer. In addition, before each repainting, it is recommended to carry out additional treatment with antiseptic agents.
The question of how to make a log fence has been fully considered. The process is quite simple and does not require any serious knowledge in the field of construction. The main thing is to approach your work responsibly and do everything the necessary conditions preparation and installation. As a result, the home owner will receive an original and reliable fence that will last for many years.
Compared to various types of fences, a fence made of solid logs is quite rare. Such structures are distinguished by a special color and immediately stand out against the background of neighboring fences made of familiar materials. This makes them attractive in the eyes of developers who prefer self-expression and exclusivity in everything. Like other types of fences, a log fence can be built with your own hands if desired.
An original fence made of horizontal logs (ranch type)
Pros and cons of log fences
To decide to build such a fence, you need to understand its positive and negative sides. The advantages of log buildings are obvious:
- remarkable and distinctive appearance;
- Right installed fence made of logs is durable and reliable;
- due to its great thickness and massiveness wooden elements the fence has a long service life;
- for the same reason, the structure can easily withstand any wind loads.
On the other hand, the massiveness of the logs is a significant disadvantage, since the weight of the finished structure is quite significant. Specifically, the disadvantages of structures made from rounded logs look like this:
- A heavy structure requires a more reliable base and support.
- Do-it-yourself construction is a labor-intensive process that is best done with an assistant.
- An exclusive fence made of round timber is a material-intensive structure, and therefore not cheap.
- Like anything wooden product, trunks need processing and constant care.
If we talk about opaque fences, where neighboring logs fit tightly along the entire length, then they are demanding on the quality and degree of drying of the wood. Wet round timber will begin to dry out naturally, which will cause gaps to appear between the elements and the appearance will lose all its attractiveness.
There is a way to get away from all the difficulties associated with the massiveness of the structure. Increasingly, instead of natural timber in the construction of fences, an imitation of a log wall is used - spans of siding made of metal or the same wood.
Types of wooden fences made of round timber
To fence off your dacha or estate plot, you can use one of the following types of log buildings:
- A traditional palisade is an ancient structure, built with your own hands from vertical trunks going into the ground.
Fence palisade made of large logs - Small diameter round timber palisade under construction in the usual way, - with fastening to crossbars.
Solid fence palisade made of small diameter logs - Structures with horizontal logs. They are made solid or with gaps of certain sizes.
Fence made of horizontal logs with gaps - A fence made of siding imitating horizontally laid and processed tree trunks.
Fence made of siding imitating logs Since the traditional palisade rests mostly on the ground, the support pillars serve only to maintain it in an upright position and reflect lateral loads from gusts of wind. Here it is important to qualitatively strengthen the racks and vertical logs in the ground.
Design the following options log fences assume that the supporting elements (pillars and foundations) will carry the entire mass of the spans. Therefore, they will have to be made as reliable as possible, for which we use brick, steel or massive wooden poles on a concrete foundation.
An exception is a siding fence, which is light in weight and built using generally accepted technology - on metal or brick pillars mounted on horizontal lintels.
About the choice of materials
As a rule, such fences are built from coniferous trees, which are the most affordable:
- pine;
- larch.
These rocks have a high resin content, which makes them able to withstand the effects of weather conditions for a long time. Birch timber should not be used as it is not durable.
A traditional fence made of rounded logs must be built from trunks pointed at 45° without bark of approximately the same diameter, lying in the range of 100-150 mm. It is not advisable to use larger round timber due to the increase in weight and price of the structure, and small logs will quickly rot in the ground. The length of the elements is taken with a margin of 40-50 cm, taking into account immersion in the ground.
For fences, where the load from vertically installed trunks falls entirely on the crossbars, it is better to take logs with a diameter of up to 100 mm in order to reduce the total weight of the spans. Half-logs or blocks without bark of the same size are used as crossbars. All wood is subject to mandatory antiseptic treatment before construction.
An imitation of a log structure can be siding elements made of painted thin metal or wood (block house). It is mounted on lintels made of 60x40 mm timber, mounted on supports made of any material - wood, metal or stone.
Installation of support structures
Construction begins with marking the fence line and installation locations support posts. The span length is taken as standard - from 2 to 2.5 m. If you plan to construct a fence from horizontally laid logs, then the span size is adjusted to their length.
Depending on the type of log fencing you choose, you will need to install the posts yourself using the following technology:
- To build a palisade, you need to dig a trench with your own hands 5 cm deep, and in places where the posts are installed - up to 1 m. The bottom is covered with crushed stone and compacted, the supports are concreted. For reliability, instead of wood in the pit, it is better to concrete sleeves from steel pipes, where to then insert the wooden posts.
- The palisade is also supported on a plinth strip foundation, poured into a trench using reinforcement and formwork.
- For horizontal layout of logs, you can build brick pillars with side grooves or concrete 2 wooden trunks in each place. The width of the groove and the distance between the elements of the double support are equal to the diameter of the logs.
- For other types of fences, including those made from siding, the posts are installed using conventional technology by backfilling or pouring concrete.
The racks must be mounted strictly vertically, and for complete hardening concrete mixture you need to stand for at least 28 days.
Installation of fencing elements
Before erecting the palisade, the ends of all logs should be processed bitumen mastic or coat with resin for the length of immersion in the ground (about 40 cm). Then horizontal jumpers are nailed to the posts, the lower one at a height of 20 cm from the ground level, the upper one at a distance of 30 cm from the top of the fence. The trunks installed in the trench must be nailed to the crossbars with 3 nails at each point - two at the top, one at the bottom.
To prevent the future fence from being warped by moisture, when installing it yourself, it is necessary to provide small gaps between the logs - 1-2 mm. In horizontal structures, round timber is simply placed in the grooves brick pillar or between two supports. Last operation– application protective coating from special paint or varnish. The coating must be renewed at least once every 3 years.
They have always been famous for their popularity. This was largely due to its relatively inexpensive price and ease of installation. But today the situation has changed a little, and now they create not just fences from wood, but real masterpieces.
Let's look at everything in detail.
Making a wooden fence on your own. Step-by-step procedure
The construction of a wooden fence can be divided into several stages, namely:
- Installation support pillars;
- Installation of crossbars;
- Covering the installed frame.
Each stage in construction must be completed in in full.
Installation of support pillars
Installation of support pillars is carried out using the backfill method. The algorithm of actions is as follows:
It is important to know! Sand and crushed stone will fit more densely if the mixture is wetted with water.
Installation of cross beams
Transverse joists, which are made of wood, are best installed using brackets.
The installation algorithm is as follows:
It is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the distance between the transverse joists can be reduced. However, in this case, the structure may reduce its strength. The support itself must be at least 10 centimeters higher than the casing, and the bottom must be at a distance from the ground no more than 15 centimeters.
Covering the installed frame
Before you begin the installation yourself mounting boards, you must remember that there are several ways.
In one of the methods, the picket fence is installed on the logs before the latter are mounted into the supports, namely:
If we talk about the second installation method, it involves the direct installation of each board separately. In this case, you need to prepare for a long and labor-intensive process. After each installed board it is necessary to measure the distance between them (if you need clearance between the boards) and check for a clear vertical line. 
It is worth noting that any of the methods is popular among owners of private and country houses, so it is impossible to say which one is better. Everyone chooses an option for themselves depending on the choice of wooden fence design. 
How can you treat and paint a wooden fence?
It is necessary to understand that the installed wooden fence takes on a variable climate in all seasons. For this reason, it is mandatory.
Important to remember! Before installation, all metal components of the fence must be primed and painted.
Do not forget that ultraviolet solar radiation damage to a wooden fence for the reason that as a result of their exposure, the wood loses internal moisture, thereby losing its bearing capacity and the appearance itself.
This impregnation must be applied several times to the primer with the possibility of deep penetration. After this, you can use moisture-resistant paint and varnish to give the wooden fence an attractive look.
The price of pleasure
If we talk about the cost of the necessary building materials, the average price is indicated in the table:
| Name of building material | Volume | Cost price |
| Board | 1 m 3 | About 3 thousand rubles |
| Cement | 1 kg | About 10 rubles |
| Antiseptic | 10 l. | About 2 thousand rubles |
| self-tapping screws | 500 pcs. | 300 – 400 rubles |
| dye | 3 l. | About 400 rubles |
| Metallic profile | 1 meter | About 130 rubles |
| Grinding wheel | 1 PC. | About 50 rubles |
| Edged board | 1 m 3 | About 4 thousand rubles |
Design options
To date, there is no other material besides wood that is equally flexible for implementing various design solutions (at the same time, wood is very affordable in terms of price). 
And this is how this fence has internal view. No one will say that the view has become worse. 
In this version of the design solution, attention was paid to every detail. You can see how the contours themselves are worked out, and the corners are smoothed to the fullest extent. You can see in the photo sliding gates from the same yard. 
Agree, few of us know what techniques this or that designer uses to realize his fantasies. But they use: firing, create the effect of antiquity, successfully combine wood with various forged metal elements, and even simply sand the wood and paint it in various shades. 
What do you think about brutal style? Agree, the view is simply impressive. 
To implement such a design solution, you only need a jigsaw, Sander and woodworking skills. If you have the tools and desire, you can achieve the effect of shabby wood.
How do you feel about puzzles? If you wish, you can initially draw a picture on the board, and then cut it out according to the template. It is worth paying attention to the fact that this work is considered jewelry, since each board has its own clear size and bending. 
At the same time, the most complex process When erecting such a wooden fence, its installation is considered (not everyone is capable of making such an arrangement). 
For construction, first of all, you need to carefully select the board. In no case should it be allowed to have different thickness or width in any place of the board. In this version distinctive feature is his affordable price, but this is compensated by the enormous labor that is necessary to create such a creation. 
Despite the fact that a board up to 1.5 centimeters thick is not very suitable for fences, it can be used to create an excellent lattice-type fence. Agree, the view is no worse than the previous options. And if you decorate it with greenery that will entwine it, the view will be gorgeous. 
Over the past few years, unedged boards have increased in price by more than 15-20%, but this does not prevent it from remaining in the low price range. Moreover, it is often used when constructing a wooden fence in this style. 
As you can see, this example clearly shows one of the design solutions when working with not edged board. If desired, you can achieve any exclusive solution.
What do you think of the design solution in the style of blinds? Agree, the view is just bomb. 
A selection of wooden fences
Beautiful wooden fences
With a little woodworking skills you can create beautiful fence in a short time.
This design option is popular among many owners of private houses, since its creation does not take much time and effort. Agree that the view is very attractive.
Standard fencing that is suitable for both private houses and suburban areas. It does not require any special skills or abilities, but at the same time it looks beautiful.
Carved fences
To create carved fences with your own hands, you need to have wood carving skills. 
It can take more than 3 months to create such a fence, since every little thing plays a big role. But it's worth it. This type of fence suits any interior. 
What about this cutting option? Surely many people dream of such a fence, because it can not only emphasize individual style, but also create the illusion of antiquity.
Decorative fences
Decorative fences are often used to create rock gardens or simply in landscape design.
Small wooden fences can highlight the peculiarity of a particular plant and complement the interior of a personal plot.
If desired, you can create any decorative fence one color or another. This does not require any skills or abilities.
Antique wooden fences
Many people dream of creating a a little fairy tale and completely immerse yourself in antiquity. 
This version of the antique effect is perfect for areas where wooden houses. In combination with such a fence, you can create a real fairy tale for yourself.
What if you add a little decor in the form of a thick rope? The view is simply impressive. Surely neighbors will come to the owner of such a fence with admiration.
Wood-look corrugated fences
If for some reason there is no desire to work with wood, you can install a fence made of corrugated sheets. Thus, you can not only increase the service life, but also create the illusion of a wooden fence. 
If desired, you can use corrugated sheeting in light wood tones, which fits perfectly into any interior. The service life of such a fence is over 25 years. 
Another option is to use corrugated sheeting in darker colors, which allows you to create the illusion of varnished wood. Excellent for wooden houses, or buildings sheathed in plastic to look like wood.
For a private home
Depending on the wishes of the owner of a private house, the fence itself can be made in any style. 
High fences have always been popular with owners of private houses. Thanks to them, you can hide everything that happens on the site from prying eyes, making the fence beautiful and exclusive. 
Another option is to install a fence with small gaps. This type of fencing is perfect for any private home, regardless of its size and style.
From corrugated sheets to look like wood
As a rule, installation of this type of fence is affordable for any resident of our country. Such fencing is perfect for installation anywhere, regardless of whether it is a dacha or your own private home. 
In this photo you can see that the profiled sheet can combine a combination of decorative stone and wood itself. Looks great and has a long service life. 
For those who love minimalism, the option of creating a fence from corrugated sheets to look like wood is perfect. This variety belongs to the classic style and is perfect both for performing its direct duty - protecting the site, and as a good decorative element.
Made of brick and wood
When creating a fence, brick and wood combine simply perfectly. Designers often try to combine them when creating interiors both inside and outside the room. 
The fence is made in a classic style using ordinary bricks and boards. Thanks to a successfully selected combination of color palette, such a fence looks not only rich, but also very attractive.
This composition combines the figured elements of a wooden fence with a brick one. Well chosen color palette allows you to use it in any meta.
Made of stone and wood
This combination building materials in most cases it is used in country houses and dachas. 
It will be very difficult to recreate such a fence on your own, and you need not only to be able to handle this material, but also to know the intricacies of mixing a special solution. But you must admit that such fences can surprise even the most picky critic with their beauty. 
Wooden fences combined with decorative stone create the illusion of an ancient fortress. Often used for installation in country dachas or on the territory of private companies.
Wood patterns for fences
Nowadays, in the world of wooden fences, there is a trend towards using additional patterns. They allow you to create something special and unique of its kind from a simple fence. 
As you can see, such a pattern is very difficult to make with your own hands, unless a person has sufficient skills in working with wood carving. 
You can order a composition from wood carving specialists in chinese style as shown in the photo. This option is considered quite common in our country.
Original wooden fences
Surely every owner of his property would like to install an original fence. But what are they? 
Such original design wooden fences are not common in our country. This is largely due to the expensive pleasure (the initial cost can range from 40-50 thousand rubles). 
This design solution allows you to not only make your neighbors look at the fence with envy, but also makes the site very rich and individual.
Horizontal wooden fences
Many of our compatriots, when installing fences, often ask themselves the question: which is better, vertical or horizontal? In fact, the only difference here is taste. 
Speaking about such a vertical fence, we can confidently say that anyone can make it on their own, while spending a short period of time and money. Classic style Suitable for fencing any area. 
The photo shows that the vertical fence is made using complex design feature. It is very difficult to do this at home, and if you wish, you will have to seek help from specialists. But it's worth it.
Forging with wood in the fence
At all times, they gave the fence power and attractiveness. However, due to its considerable price, it is not very popular. 
The wooden fence using forged metal spokes in the photo makes it original of its kind. Gives the area style and beauty. Moreover, forged elements make the fence structure very rigid, which significantly increases its service life. 
This option of combining wood, brick and, in fact, forged elements, makes the fence practically lifelong. It is not subject to difficult climatic conditions, it is difficult to damage, and most importantly, it is beautiful and stylish.
Picket fences
Most of our citizens make fences from picket fences. You can make a very good fence with this material. Just look at these photos. 
Of course, if you paint this fence and then varnish it, it will turn out quite good, but it’s still quite attractive. What is characteristic is that it can be done in the shortest possible time (the period of its construction is no more than 1 - 2 days). 
If you have a wild imagination and the great desire of the owner of the site, you can create such a magnificent designer fence that will never cease to please the eyes of everyone around.
Fence made of wood ladder
A ladder fence is not uncommon in Everyday life from owners of private houses. Firstly, this variety allows you to save on the board, since small gaps allow you to reduce the volume of material, and secondly, it turns out quite well in the end. 
The photo shows a ladder fence, which is still lined with corrugated sheets on the inside. Thanks to this, from the outside it looks very impressive, while inside the site the fence looks very neat. 
This type of ladder is in most cases installed in private country houses. Small gaps between the boards allow you to see the beautiful green spaces that can be planted behind the fence.
How to make a fence inexpensively
The video below shows how to do it cheap fence made of wood.
