Wooden fence"Herringbone", or as it is also called, "American" is a traditional type of fencing in the United States. This is a fence made of horizontal wooden picket fence, the boards of which are arranged in steps or in a herringbone pattern. Wood is also a very popular building material for fences in Russia, so interest in wooden fences in our country does not wane, despite the newfangled metal and plastic. The ZABORIVOROTA company is constructing a wooden fence "" in the Great Lakes Communal Enterprise in the city of Bronnitsy, Moscow Region. For a large undeveloped plot in a clean and beautiful area of the Moscow region, the owners chose a fence made of natural wood - beautiful, environmentally friendly pure material, emphasizing the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
After preliminary stage approvals, measuring the site, drawing up an estimate and concluding a contract, the company’s specialists begin installing the fence. initial stage works: site marking. The location of each fence post is determined, and a peg is driven in its place. A construction cord is pulled between the pegs. The location of the gate and wicket is marked.
At the same time, materials for construction were brought to the site: metal profile pipes for fence posts, logs, , impregnation for wood, gate frames and wickets. The materials were unloaded and stored on site.
The wooden picket fence is made from 140 mm wide and 20 mm thick. In addition to boards with natural humidity, our company uses high-quality boards with a moisture content of 12% for the construction of fences - such material will not warp, and your fence will not lose its attractive appearance.
Metal made from wooden picket fences are made from metal profile pipes 60x60mm. The wall thickness of the metal posts is 2 mm.
The installation of support pillars begins by driving them into the ground. The site has dense, stable soil with a small amount stones, so in in this case there is no need to concrete the pillars. This method of installing poles is the most economical because it does not require any Supplies: sand, crushed stone, cement. Driving is done with a sledgehammer, while the verticality of each column is controlled by level.
After installation, the fence posts are primed and painted with special enamels. This coating reliably protects the poles from the negative effects of natural factors: precipitation, temperature changes, sunlight. In this case, the enamel color was chosen in accordance with the main color of the fence. The top of the post is closed with a plug to prevent moisture from getting inside.
All wooden components fence (joists, picket fence) are painted with the protective composition “Aquatex”, rosewood color. The composition penetrates deeply into the wood, forming a water-repellent film on the surface of the picket fence that does not hide the wood grain. Impregnation is applied using a brush and roller: with this method of processing, the coating lies evenly, being deeply absorbed into the wood.
"Aquatex" protects wood from atmospheric influences, fungus, mold and wood blue stains. It also reliably protects wooden products from ultraviolet radiation, therefore it is widely used for outdoor work.
"Aquatex" is able to give a pine board the appearance of wood valuable breed. After drying, the composition gives the surface of the board a soft silky shine, but at the same time the wood texture appears through it.
Let's start installing the picket fence. The painted planks are fixed with self-tapping screws using a screwdriver to vertical wooden beams attached to the supporting posts of the fence.
In places where there is a difference in heights on the site, the installation of the fence is carried out in steps, which does not spoil the appearance of the fence.
The installation of the picket fence by the company’s specialists is carried out quickly, while two workers cope with the installation task, while two others are engaged in calibrating and trimming the boards and joists at this time.
The picket fence strips are mounted at a slight angle so that they slightly overlap one another, forming steps or a “herringbone”. Joints of boards with outside closed with a vertical finishing cornice strip.
The fence fabric turns out to be solid, without gaps, which will perfectly protect the area from prying eyes, wind, and dust. At the same time, the fence looks almost the same as from the outside...
So it is from the inside. Difference inside the fences from the outside are made up of support pillars, which we will cover with wooden false frames.
Wooden false frames installed on supporting metal poles fence, give the structure a uniform and harmonious appearance.
A wooden covering strip is installed along the upper edge of the spans, which helps to visually align the fence line. Plank is also additional protection from atmospheric precipitation.
Familiar to everyone are currently not losing ground because modern methods processing and installation techniques allow you to quickly install a beautiful and durable fence on the site.
The environmental friendliness of wood is a predominant characteristic that influences the choice of material for the fence. Natural wood goes well not only with metal, but also with stone or brickwork, what gives unlimited possibilities for applied creativity of designers.
Modern wooden fences are reliable and durable; impregnations and antiseptic compounds protect the wood from rot, fungus, insects and precipitation. Tinting compounds allow you to give simple wood the appearance of noble wood.
Wooden picket fence "Herringbone" – great choice for a country house or garden plot! Thanks to diversity design solutions, a wooden fence will harmoniously fit into any landscape and will help to highlight the advantages of the site and highlight the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Wooden fences are not only easy to install, but also easy to maintain. This type of fencing is easy to repair: you can simply replace the damaged bar with a new one.
Let's start installation entrance group - gates and wickets . The frame of the gate and wicket is made of profile pipes and painted in the same color as the fence posts. The load-bearing pillars of the entrance group have a larger cross-section than the fence posts. The entrance group frame is installed by concreting the pillars in the ground: gate posts are installed in the drilled hole, leveled and filled with concrete.
The frame of the gate and wicket is also covered with painted boards. The planks are attached in the same way as on fence spans.
Installed form a single structure with the fence. Lasting metal carcass will extend the service life of the entrance group.Modern wooden fences are significantly superior to similar products of past decades in quality and durability.
The installation of a wooden fence must meet quality standards, so everyone structural element the fence is aligned horizontally and vertically.
Recently, there has been a noticeable tendency to revive the role of wooden fences in landscape design. Although modern market building materials for fencing the territory is quite extensive and replete with new products, but there is still a demand for natural wood. After all, the neatness and variability of its construction is so pleasing to the eye. In addition, this material is environmentally friendly, safe and aesthetically pleasing.
The wooden ladder fence, which has its own advantages, has gained particular love among homeowners. The ladder consists of wooden structure in the form of a double-sided front fence resembling siding. The specificity of manufacturing such a fence lies in the horizontal laying of boards overlapping each other at a slight angle, using calibrated spacers (outwardly the structure resembles steps).
Types of wood for staircase fence:
- planed - a universal option for a variety of wooden fences;
- unedged - the edges of the boards are partially or not sawn at all, looks like a slab;
- aged - a special squeak of fashion in the design of a wooden fence (by analogy with vintage);
- decorative – specially processed edges and ends give the fence a special external sophistication.
Before you start installing a wooden fence ladder yourself, you need to purchase necessary materials, prepare the instrument, carry out preparatory work.
Before starting the construction of a ladder fence, you need to take a very responsible approach to the issue of choosing wood, because the durability of the fence will depend on its quality. The most suitable raw material for fencing is well-dried coniferous and broad-leaved wood. They are resistant to temperature fluctuations and humid environments.
When choosing a material, you need to carefully inspect it for the presence of various cracks, chips, large knots and other important structural defects. Especially it concerns load-bearing beam and support pillars, since they account for the main percentage of the load. Boards for sheathing should only be taken that are smooth (without deformation) and dry. Also, wood with traces of rot and mold will not be suitable for your fence.
It is important to know that before assembling a herringbone fence, the boards must be treated with an antiseptic, the next layer of coating is varnish, paint or a special glaze (experts advise covering the boards with the selected composition 2 times). After drying, the boards are ready for use.
To install the fence, the following materials are required:
- planed boards, cross members;
- support pillars;
- wooden pegs and cord (for marking the area for the fence);
- nails or screws (galvanized);
- concrete and crushed stone (for the foundation);
- reinforcement (in the manufacture of formwork);
- antiseptic, bitumen, roofing felt or roofing felt (waterproofing);
- paint for wood for external use.
Also, to build a ladder fence, you need to prepare a standard set of tools, which includes a hammer, sledgehammer, tape measure, shovel or hole drill, wheelbarrow, concrete mixer, screwdriver, level, brush or roller, saw or jigsaw, as well as a container for paint.
Before installing a wooden staircase fence, it is necessary to make an estimate of the upcoming work, which includes calculating the amount of materials. If you calculate everything correctly, you will save significantly on your investment. It is worth considering that the width of the run ranges from 2 to 3 meters. In this regard, the smaller the run, the more you need to cook support posts. In addition, the cost of a wooden fence is calculated based on the density of the material used, and more screws or nails will be needed.
Preparatory work for installing a fence includes:
- Clearing the area. In the area where the fence will stand there should be no trees, bushes, stones, or stumps with long roots (they must be uprooted). Debris is removed from the fence construction site, weeds are removed, and the soil is evenly leveled into a neat area.
- Site marking. Using a tape measure, you need to accurately measure the distance between future support posts and hammer wooden or metal pegs into these marked points, stretching a cord between them. It serves for further marking of posts and gates with gates.
- Digging holes for installing posts with a shovel or using a hole drill. It is recommended not to dig holes that are too wide for ease of subsequent backfilling.
The process of building a wooden Christmas tree fence with your own hands consists of the following steps:
- Installation of support pillars. You can use either wooden supports or steel pipes with a cross section of 60*60 mm, to which it is convenient to attach logs.
- Installation of sections.
- Docking of each element of the canvas. It must be carried out during the construction of the fence.
- Covering metal profile pipes with wood (if they were used instead of wooden supports). This is done for decorative purposes to give the wooden fence external integrity.
- Painting.
Installation of support posts and cross bars
To begin with, before installing the support system, make a cushion in the dug holes for the pillars with a 15 cm layer of crushed stone and sand. Then the racks are installed in the holes prepared in this way, aligning them in height (it should be the same for all pillars) and vertically (strictly along the line). While loose posts are being installed and leveled, it is recommended to place block spacers on each post to prevent the post from shifting.
The support pillars are secured as follows:
- backfilling around the stand with crushed stone, crushed bricks mixed with soil (the holes are filled three-quarters full with this mixture);
- compaction;
- pour a layer of sand and spill it with water;
- concreting - after this, you can begin the next stage of installing the staircase fence 3 days after the concrete has completely dried.
After installing the posts, transverse slats (guides) are attached to the fence on the outside and inside. For these purposes, it is very convenient to use a channel, since with it fastening the boards at a certain angle will not be difficult. special labor. For each fencing run, 2 logs are mounted on the same horizontal level. The upper vein is fastened at a distance of 15 cm from the top of the post; the lower joist is also fastened, but only at a distance of 15 cm from the ground level.
Covering the fence structure with boards in the “ladder” option
Sheathing a fence structure always starts from the bottom, screwing the board along the top edge with self-tapping screws, before aligning it horizontally to the bottom rail and posts. Next, the next board is attached to the supports with an overlap of 3-5 cm.
In order for the fence to look aesthetically pleasing, you need to carefully align the end sides of the boards vertically for decorative purposes. After covering one run with boards, move on to the next, and you need to carefully join the ends of the boards. It is worth considering that when building a fence with your own hands, in order to secure the ladder, the boards must be screwed with self-tapping screws at the top and bottom. In this way, self-tapping screws are “camouflaged” under the canvas without damaging appearance fence
To ensure that the boards do not rot and are provided with good ventilation, it is recommended to install gaskets between them and cover the support posts with special caps.
Are you trying to make your fence stand out from others and at the same time cope well with the responsibilities of a protective structure? Then we are ready to offer such first-class and reliable products as a herringbone wooden fence.
Wooden herringbone fence: product advantages
Wooden products have always been in great demand in Russia. This is due to the fact that they are made from natural material that can unshakably withstand all kinds of mechanical and atmospheric influences. Solid wood fits perfectly into any landscape design. If necessary, it can be painted in any color.
To others positive qualities our wooden products, which includes a wooden herringbone fence, you can add:
- a huge selection of design solutions,
- excellent level of protection,
- quality control at every stage of production,
- strong fixation of the structure,
- variety of design solutions.
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We sell wood products made from selected wood with the possibility of processing protective impregnations. To firmly fix the structure, our employees use strong steel corners.
By placing an order at Smel-LTD, you will receive robust construction, which will protect and at the same time decorate your property!
Do-it-yourself wooden fence: Wood has been and remains a popular material in construction. Owners of private houses use wood to build gazebos, canopies, summer kitchens and other buildings. The environmental friendliness of this material, excellent processing flexibility and sufficient service life make it easy to build a wooden fence with your own hands. The shapes of modern wooden fences have a decent appearance and perfectly complement the exterior of the home.
DIY wooden fences. Photos of current options
Wooden fences framing the territories of personal plots may have various shapes. For their construction, timber, edged and unedged boards, logs, planks, as well as twigs and tree branches are used. Fences can be made solid or with gaps, with elements arranged vertically, horizontally, at an angle, in one or two rows, with smooth and wavy edges, as well as with inserts of various patterns.
Stylish wooden fence decorated with climbing plants
The most popular are the following do-it-yourself wooden fence options, photos of which clearly illustrate their design:
- “Ladder” or “Herringbone” - this type of fencing is characterized by the arrangement of horizontal boards between the supports at a certain angle and overlapping. Externally, this design resembles blinds: the space behind the fence is not visible, and slanting gaps allow air and light to pass through;
- "Chess" - a fence in which vertical elements laid in two rows, staggering them. In this fence, both sides are front. The fence reliably covers the yard from prying eyes and at the same time has gaps that are noticeable only from a certain angle;
Solid fencing made of edged boards
- “Picket fence” is a traditional type of fence, where vertical slats are attached to guides with a certain pitch. You can give the fence an attractive look by designing the top edge of the fence in the form of a wave or a zigzag. The popularity is explained by ease of installation and cost-effectiveness;
- “Lattice” is an original type of fencing consisting of wooden frames, inside of which there is a lattice of slats. Such a fence can be made in one or two rows with different patterns of crossing slats. It has a light and openwork appearance, used as decorative type fencing;
Various options for wooden fences
- "Braid" - original design fence, obtained by horizontal or vertical weaving of boards. Building a wicker fence with your own hands is not difficult, the costs are low, and the appearance is quite decent. Wicker fences made of branches or twigs have come into fashion, mainly used for decorative framing of small summer cottages.
This is far from full list wooden fences. Many people make fences by combining picket fences and lattice in one design, or combining wood with metal, stone, brick and other materials. You can get an original and inexpensive design by erecting a fence from unedged boards with your own hands. Photos of such structures illustrate the individuality and ingenuity of their manufacturers. 
Traditional fencing painted in bright colors
In order for the design of a self-installed wooden picket fence or other type of fencing to be strong and durable, you should follow some recommendations:
- support posts must be mounted using special shoes to expand the supporting area, which will ensure structural rigidity;
- vertical posts should be placed in increments of 2.5-3 m;
Examples of wooden fence designs, their installation dimensions
- the vertical and horizontal of the mounted fencing elements must be checked with a building level;
- Treatment of wood with antiseptic compounds must be carried out before installing the fence. When the structure is assembled, some places will become inaccessible for treatment, and therefore vulnerable to pests;
- protection should be provided wooden fence from the effects of precipitation and sun rays. Remember to paint wooden surface necessary after thoroughly drying the material;
Original fence around the territory of a country house
- It is not recommended to use oil-based paints and varnishes for painting wooden fences: under the influence of natural factors, such coatings peel off and crumble;
- to fix elements, it is advisable to use galvanized fasteners that are less susceptible to corrosion;
- Make sure that when using screws and nails, they do not damage the structure of the wood.
By following these recommendations, you can avoid common mistakes when installing a wooden fence at your dacha with your own hands. Photo self-construction wooden fences, found in large numbers on the Internet, demonstrate various stages of work.
Decorative wooden fence decorating the garden
DIY wicker fence. Photos of rustic fencing
Lately, DIY decorative wooden fences have become popular. Photos of such fences show that their main purpose is not protection, but symbolic stylized framing and decoration personal plot or a small zone of it. Wicker fences are quite easy to build. Having studied step by step instructions, you can find out how to make a wicker fence with your own hands.
A wicker fence looks unusual and original
Types of wicker fences
Depending on the height, method of weaving and purpose, wicker fences can be divided into several groups:
- up to 1 m high - low fences with horizontal weaving. They are installed for framing flower beds, large tree trunks, wells, and also to mark paths;
- from 1 m to 1.5 m high - horizontal or vertical weaving is used in such a fence. They serve to delimit the territory into separate zones, for example, they can be used to separate a recreation area from vegetable beds or allocate garden space;
A hedge with horizontal weaving frames a flower bed
- up to 2 m high - can serve as a protective fence and are installed along the outer perimeter of a personal plot. Both horizontal and vertical weaving can also be used here.
Helpful advice! To ensure that the wattle fence lasts as long as possible, choose hazel or vine for its manufacture. Such a fence will last more than 10 years.
Careful treatment of the raw materials with an antiseptic solution will help extend the service life of a wicker fence made by yourself from branches.
Types of trees for weaving a vine fence
Preparation of materials and tools
To build a wicker fence with your own hands you will need:
- metal or wooden stakes;
- willow vine stems;
- sledgehammer;
- pruning shears, knife, wire.
The twigs are collected in spring or autumn, choosing the straightest branches possible. After collection, the shoots must be dried and collected in bunches for storage. Before constructing the fence (15 minutes before weaving), to make the rods flexible, they are thoroughly soaked or steamed. After laying, the woven branches dry and acquire a strong structure.
Strawberry bushes are planted in a flowerbed with a fence made of twigs
Wooden or metal stakes are prepared for the frame. To prevent the supports installed in the ground from rotting, prepare a trench around the perimeter of the future fence and fill its bottom with sand. Thanks to this, moisture will drain and quickly pass through the sandy base into the soil.
Helpful advice! To give the structure of a wicker fence strength, it is recommended to deepen the support stakes by at least 0.5 m.
For the frame of a wicker fence, you need to prepare wooden or metal stakes
Frame construction and fence weaving
The fence frame is made of stakes located at a distance of 50 cm from each other. It is this distance that will facilitate comfortable weaving of the vine. At the end of the fence line, installation wooden poles for collection, they are carried out in smaller increments. This allows you to properly fix the ends of the braided rods. If the future structure will have a height of more than 1 m, metal rods are used instead of wooden stakes. They are pre-painted in a color that imitates wood. Such a frame will be more rigid and also more resistant to the effects of a moist environment in the soil.
Fencing with vertical bars
If horizontal weaving is chosen, it starts from the bottom row and ends at the top. The support pillars are wrapped with vines in a figure eight shape. To ensure that the fence does not warp, it is necessary to nail the upper ends of the wooden supports to a flat plank, which is removed before weaving the last row. To give the fence an aesthetic appearance, you need to make sure that the ends of the branches are located on the back side of the fence.
Various methods of weaving a vine fence
In order for a fence made of twigs to be strong, it is necessary to tie the ends of the twigs together with wire. The protruding ends are cut off with a knife or pruning shears, and the remaining parts of the rods of the last row are tucked along the support posts. For more natural look fences use rods of different lengths, thereby masking the joints.
Fencing in rustic style made from twigs
Making a fence from boards with your own hands: photos, construction stages
You can build a wooden fence with your own hands using a board with a section size of 15x2.5 cm. The length of the board is selected depending on the height of the planned fence. Traditionally, fences are installed with a height of 1.5 to 2.5 m.
Preparatory work
The first step is to mark the fence line. To do this, small (50-60 cm) stakes are driven around the entire perimeter of the plot in increments of about 2 m. A construction cord is stretched between the pegs. When tying stakes, you must ensure that the cord is sufficiently tensioned and does not sag. Then you will need to prepare boards of the required length.
Modern look of plank fencing
You can cut the boards yourself or order them ready material required length. All boards are sanded on a machine or using a sanding attachment on a drill. The ends of the boards can be left straight or cut in the shape of a semicircle or triangle. By processing an unedged board with your own hands, you can significantly save the cost of building a fence. Prepared for supports wooden beam with a section size of 75x75 mm, 50x50 mm. The number of bars is calculated based on total value perimeter of the site. For guides, boards with a section of 10x2.5 cm are used.
Solid type of fencing with horizontal boards
How to Install Fence Posts
Before installing the support pillars, you need to drill holes to a depth of 0.5-1 m in the places where the stakes are dug. Pits are made using a drill (manual or electric). For vertical posts, timber with a cross section of 75x75 mm is used. Before installing the supports, it is necessary to thoroughly treat the part of the timber that will be in the ground. The treatment is carried out by keeping the lower parts of wooden supports in antiseptic impregnation within 48 hours. After this, the pillars must be thoroughly dried.
Scheme of a wooden fence
Additional protection wooden stand from rotting it is possible by concreting. The bottom of the pit is covered with a small (1/3 of the depth) layer of sand and crushed stone, watered with water, timber is installed and poured concrete mortar. While the concrete has not set, the support is raised slightly to allow the solution to penetrate under the base of the post. Next, using a plumb line or level, the beam is installed vertically. In order to make sure that the height of all vertical supports is the same, it is necessary to hammer a nail into the upper end of each beam and pull the cord tightly between them. The resulting line will show how correctly the height of all supports is selected. Allow at least three days for each support to dry completely.
Unusual wooden fence in the courtyard of a private house
Installation of plank fencing
When all the vertical supports are installed and aligned, begin installing the horizontal guides. They are usually placed 25-30 cm above ground level and distributed at an equidistant distance from each other. For fixation, use nails, the length of which will allow you to pierce the timber and board right through and at the same time 1.5-2 cm will protrude from the back side. These protruding ends are carefully bent along the wooden plane.
DIY installation of edged board fencing
Next, they start covering with boards. Nails or screws are used for fastening. If you wish, you can fasten the boards close to each other or leave some gap. Once the fence is finally assembled, the wood is covered with drying oil, allowed to dry thoroughly and painted with a composition that is resistant to environmental influences.
Wooden fence “Herringbone”
The “Herringbone” wooden fence is very popular and aesthetically pleasing. To assemble such a structure yourself, you will also need to mark the perimeter line and install vertical supports as described above.
Combined fence made of wood and stone. The boards are arranged in a herringbone pattern
The main feature of the horizontal fencing “Herringbone” is the arrangement of the boards at an angle and overlapping. To achieve such an arrangement, it is necessary to attach wooden linings to the vertical posts (in the form of steps) or use a channel into which you can easily insert a board at a slight angle. In addition, the boards can be placed not only horizontally, but also vertically at an angle. Filling the horizontal fence frame begins from the bottom row. The board is attached to vertical posts and guide beams. Next, the next row of boards is overlapped.
Helpful advice! To obtain a fence with small gaps, as well as to ensure ventilation, cushioning material is laid between the boards.
An example of a “Herringbone” fencing of horizontal type
The end edges of the boards must be carefully aligned. So, row by row is installed and after each run the edges are aligned. Before fastening, it is necessary to treat the boards protective compounds and apply a double coat of paint.
Features of the “Chess” fence
Wooden fencing “Chess” has a more attractive appearance due to the fact that the boards are attached from the front and inside. Such a fence can also be laid in a horizontal or vertical direction. The position of the guide beams also depends on this. The distance between the boards is chosen independently and the fence can have small gaps or be continuous.
In the “Checkerboard” fence, small gaps are allowed between the boards, or the fence can be continuous
After installing all vertical supports, fix the guide beams. For ease of installation in support pillars arrange grooves for the crossbars. If metal supports are used, corners are welded to them, on which the beams are placed. To obtain an accurate checkerboard arrangement of the boards, you must first mark the attachment points for each board. Such markings will allow you to obtain flawless filling of the fencing section, eliminating the possibility of the formation of various gaps between the boards.
This type of fencing can be made in a horizontal or vertical direction
A chessboard fence made from horizontally or vertically laid unedged boards looks quite original. By following simple recommendations and expert advice, you can assemble a beautiful and strong fence made of wood, which will serve as a fence for over 10-15 years.
A do-it-yourself wooden fence installed at the dacha looks great, especially if the construction technology is followed and everything is taken into account important nuances. The tree can be called classic material, which has passed centuries and has not lost its popularity. Despite the wide variety building materials for hedges, wood does not lose its leadership. However, installing a beautiful and cheap wooden fence with your own hands requires certain skills and compliance with the rules below.
Beautiful fencing - decoration of the site
To build a fence, you first need to purchase the necessary materials. The most commonly used lumber coniferous species(pine, cedar). The fact is that these types of wood have increased resistance to rot and impressive moisture resistance. Building a fence with your own hands from these lumber is completely worth it.
A picket fence is considered environmentally friendly and safe materials Moreover, such a fence will fit perfectly into the natural landscape and even add originality to it.
Features of lumber fences
Beautiful wooden fences are quite easy to install. But to build them, you need to have certain skills and knowledge. As a rule, erecting a fence at a dacha with your own hands does not imply...
The picket fences are mounted on pre-dug poles, which makes installation much easier.
Combinations of picket fence and wicker fencing
Advantages of this solution
Due to the existing advantages of timber fences, the demand for them is still high. or for home - this the best option. A wooden picket fence has the following advantages:
- Naturalness and originality. Wood has a unique texture and structure, which makes such barriers look simply magnificent.
- Aesthetics. In addition to the fact that a beautiful wooden fence fulfills its direct functions, this solution will decorate the area.
- A fence made of lumber is quite cheap, which cannot be said about metal or brick barriers. Lumber is relatively inexpensive, and proper care it will last a long time.
- Simple construction. As a rule, subsequent installation does not require any specific knowledge and skills. It is enough just to follow the exact work plan and follow important rules.
- Diversity existing options. There are many fencing designs that you can build yourself. For example, a herringbone fence or the construction of a lattice fence, etc. There are hundreds of known variations of hedges.
In some types, the frame is sheathed with lumber in a horizontal position (blind fence), in others - in a vertical position. Also, the pattern is based on a herringbone pattern or the picket fences are arranged in the form of blinds. In general, the design of an existing board fence is quite varied.
Picket fence with forging elements
Classic
Fence installation diagram
Classic picket fence
Rustic style will never lose popularity. will do wooden gate with appropriate design, which can be an interesting pattern or carving. Also, a decorative classic picket fence can be used for a flower garden. By the way, flowerbeds installed with your own hands will turn out to be the most attractive with this design.
Making this model of fence will not be difficult at all, because it is difficult to come up with a simpler design. The wood used for subsequent construction is pine or cedar. This construction option is relatively cheap and at the same time very attractive.
If used wooden joists as a support, in this case the dug-in part of the lumber must be treated to prevent the process of rotting in the ground. This part can be painted or tarred.
Using a drill or shovel, holes are dug in the ground at an equidistant distance. You can do it in two ways:
- Sprinkle the vertically installed supports with soil and compact them thoroughly.
- Pour in cement and wait until it dries completely.
Urban option
Picket fence installation diagram
Fence blinds
This unusual solution Requires a little more effort to assemble, but it's worth it as it really looks great. If desired, you can further decorate it decorative elements. The assembly principle of this design is somewhat similar to the above, but there are still several differences.
An excellent option for a garden fence is shown in the photo below.
Pillars
Blinds installation diagram
Set of spans
The methods of fastening the planks solely depend on the material of the supporting pillars. The boards are installed in the prepared grooves. It is customary to install planks from bottom to top. The topmost board is installed in a horizontal position, and all the rest are installed at an angle of 45° or any other.
