Herringbone fence with brick pillars. DIY wooden fence. Coating and painting
Wooden fence“Herringbone” is the choice of people who value beauty and functionality. The barrier fabric is assembled from horizontally located boards, each of which is fixed at an angle and slightly overhangs the previous one. This installation technology promotes natural moisture removal - rainwater flows off the surface of the boards without getting inside the structure. At the same time, wide possibilities for finishing allow you to design the fence in full accordance with the taste of the owner. For example, it can be painted, coated with a glazing compound, or varnished, preserving the natural color and natural grain of the wood. Successfully combining high strength and attractive appearance, “Herringbone” fences not only protect the personal territory from unwanted entry, but also serve as a real decoration of the site.
Advantages of a wooden fence "Herringbone"
- Reliability The design of the fence is such that it is very difficult to climb on it. Thanks to this, additional protection of the site from thieves and hooligans is provided.
- Respectability Overlapping boards forming the fence fabric create a volume effect. Due to this, the fence looks not only aesthetically pleasing, but also truly rich.
- Durability Installation is carried out in such a way as to minimize the aggressive effects of moisture. In combination with the use of protective impregnations, this significantly extends the life of the fence.
- Environmentally friendly Having natural origin, the tree does not pose a danger to anyone environment, not for humans. At the same time, it fits harmoniously into the suburban landscape.
Materials and components for construction
"Herringbone" fence
- Board
- Color palette
Planed with a thickness from 18 to 25 mm and a width from 90 to 200 mm.
Used for making all types of fences: wicker, checkerboard, palisade, ranch, herringbone, picket fence
Joinery thickness from 20 to 40 mm and width from 100 to 300 mm.
Used for making decorative fences in the style of "Russian fairy tale" and other epic fencing. To emphasize wild primitiveness. We recommend not planing or sanding, but simply applying impregnation.
Cost of the “Herringbone” fence
When ordering a fence for summer cottage plot, country house or any other object, it is important to understand what the cost of the structure consists of. First of all, the final figure in the invoice is influenced by the type of materials, brand of fittings, installation method, length and height of the fence. The complexity of the project is also an important factor. For example, a “Herringbone” fence can be mounted on both wooden and brick pillars. In the second case, the cost of the structure will be higher. That is why we recommend checking the amount with managers after agreeing on all the details of the project.
Protect your fence from rotting and corrosion!
Installation procedure
- 01
Perimeter marking
Curvature and other installation defects reduce not only the attractiveness, but also the functionality of the fence. That is why it is so important to correctly mark the site on initial stage works To do this, use wooden pegs, twine or rope, and tape measure. Marking begins from the corners, and then perimeter pegs are installed along the twine.
- 02 Installation of supports
First, the pillars of the corners, as well as the gates and gates, are installed. Next, install the remaining supports. The distance between them is determined by the length of the board from which the fence is assembled. Typically the step is 2.5 meters. Reducing this distance leads to a decrease in the aesthetic qualities of the fence; increasing it has a negative effect on strength.
- 03 Installation methods
To ensure the wind resistance of the fence, the installation depth of the posts should not be less than 1.2 meters. The support is installed in a pre-drilled hole, leveled vertically using a level and either concreted or covered with fine crushed stone. There is another technology - hammering. However, it is only suitable for metal poles.
- 04 Installation of strips
At equal distances between the support pillars, perform vertical installation two wooden planks. In cases where the step between supports exceeds 2.5 meters, it is recommended to use at least three logs. Installation of intermediate support elements is also carried out level with mandatory vertical control.
- 05 Assembly of the canvas
Installation of horizontal boards forming the fence begins from the bottom. Each element is attached to support posts and intermediate joists using self-tapping screws. The boards are mounted at a slight angle to the center line with an overlap over the previously fixed structural element. A canopy is installed on top of the fence.
- 06
Arrangement of the entrance
At the final stage of installation, the support pillars are strengthened using jibs. The need to use additional fasteners is due to the fact that the moving elements bear the greatest load during operation of the fence. After strengthening, the frame of the wicket and gate is hung on poles and sheathed with boards.
Wooden gate installation diagram
Wooden gate installation diagram
Decorative arc for wooden gates
Decorative arc for a wooden gate
Why is it worth ordering a fence from our company?
- High quality Impressive experience in the production and installation of barriers, as well as the use the best materials, allows us to guarantee the quality of all designs.
- 2 year warranty full cycle production and installation work, we are confident in the reliability and long term fence services, therefore we provide a guarantee on all company products.
- Affordable prices By purchasing materials and accessories in bulk, we have reduced the cost of fences. Combined with a loyal pricing policy, this provides our customers with comfortable ordering conditions.
- Stable cost At the initial stage of cooperation, we draw up an estimate and agree on the cost of the project with the client. After approval, the amount is fixed and remains unchanged.
- Own delivery Our company includes a transport department, which delivers materials, equipment and installers to sites in Moscow and the region.
- Convenience of payment We make sure that cooperation is as comfortable as possible for our clients, so we have provided the possibility of payment in cash or by credit card.
- Departure of the manager Upon call, our specialist will come to the site and draw up an agreement. A manager's visit allows you to avoid a tedious trip to the office and allows you to save time and effort.
- We do it thoughtfully and responsibly.
Quickly, but carefully,
smooth, beautiful.
By ordering the “Herringbone” fence you will receive
When ordering the construction and installation of a Herringbone fence from our company, you will receive a guarantee certificate that will confirm not only the quality of the work performed, but also our legal responsibility. Consequently, we will provide you with post-warranty service for the installed fencing for two years.
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Quantity building materials and their diversity is only growing every day, but traditional wooden picket fence does not lose its relevance. It favorably emphasizes any style of the house and the site as a whole, and also does not cause much trouble during installation or repair, which is easy to do with your own hands. The ladder fence deserves special love and trust.
This is what a classic wooden ladder fence looks like
Characteristics of the “ladder” fence
Installing a ladder fence, of course, takes much more time than the simple classic version -.
An example of a “ladder” fence made from an uncut board
However, this type of fencing has a whole set of advantages.
- The overlapping horizontal arrangement of the boards does not allow water and snow to accumulate. This becomes another factor in protecting the fence from dampness and rotting;
- The design of the ladder (another name is herringbone) is a double-sided fence that looks like siding. Thus, an environmentally friendly analogue also becomes profitable solution regarding monetary costs;
- The ladder fence, due to the presence of holes, is also a ventilated version of the fence, due to which it becomes protected from external factors;
- The dense structure protects private homes from road dust and dirt.
The finished flights of stairs resemble steps. To install a fence with your own hands, just connect the sections together.
Several types of boards are used:
Installing a ladder fence with your own hands
Initially, installation may seem like a rather complicated and incomprehensible process, but a wooden fence of this type can be easily self-installation after a step-by-step review of the design and the entire sequence of actions.
Fencing materials
The main component of the ladder is thoroughly dried material suitable sizes, Fine . Too narrow boards will spoil the appearance of the fence and will not provide the necessary decorative effect. It is also worth carefully selecting load-bearing parts, which include veins and pillars.
Original decor of the Ladder type fence
So, for the ladder fence you will need:
- Dry planed board, the desired dimensions of which are 25 x 120 mm;
- For lintels - steel profile 60 x 20 mm;
- Screwdriver, screws, tape measure and level;
- Antiseptic solution for;
- Paint or varnish for coating.
The pipe made from the profile can be replaced, or it’s just more convenient to attach the logs to metal bases.
Work on the site
If the old wooden fence has become unusable, but the base is quite suitable for reuse, you can remove the old covering and install a new one. It is best to first strengthen loose pillars and joists, eliminate skewed frame elements, and even replace unsuitable parts. and wait for it to dry completely.
Wood fence installation process
To install a fence from the very foundation, the area will have to be carefully prepared: cleared of debris and grass, and leveled the soil surface. The desired running width, as for any other wooden fence, should be no less than two and no more than three meters. First, the place for the outermost supports is marked, then the width of the run is laid off from the first support, followed by the next mark for support - and so on until the last outer support pillar.
For a fence with turns, draw a perpendicular from one end and then measure the number of runs in the same way.
At the markings. You can do this with the help of special equipment, or you can do it yourself. A drill will be a good help in this matter, which will not only speed up the process, but also make the recesses more accurate. 
By the way! It is the soil and the height of the fence that indicate what the recesses should be. IN soft ground The pillars are embedded to a depth of at least one meter. The same goes for tall structures. For a small fence in dense soil, the posts are installed at 80 cm.
A Christmas tree is not a New Year's fence
Lately, a huge number of new building materials have been appearing more and more, but the classics - wooden picket fences - always remain relevant. They fit into almost any style of site, and they are easy to repair and install. Externally attractive, such fences differ in the choice of finishes, patterns and variety of designs. Wooden structures, if you look at photographs and pictures, can be made in the most unusual options: picket fence, trellis, wicker fence, checkerboard, etc. In combined designs, wood will enhance any fence, adding natural beauty to it.
Features of the “Herringbone” fence
It is not always possible to install ventilated and decorative fencing. For example, if your house is located near a road, you will refuse fences with gaps in favor of a solid fence, since it will be important for you to protect your building from road dust, automobile fumes and noise. A wooden herringbone fence has such functions, which can be used as a fence for a small country house, and also as a fence in a modern cottage finished with siding panels. Externally, herringbone resembles siding and is an option for double-sided face fencing.
You can see a typical herringbone fence in the photo:
The herringbone fence sections have a non-standard design: fastening boards with lintels in a horizontal position, overlapping and at an angle, creates a pattern wooden canvas like steps.
Sections for the herringbone picket fence can be purchased at the manufacturer's factory (photo).
If you want to install a herringbone fence with your own hands, then the sections can also be made independently by connecting such “blinds” in your own way.
Fencing installation
A set of one section of the “Herringbone” fence may include 13 wood panels size 140x20 millimeters, 2 special jumpers made of wooden beam cross section 40x60 mm.
The columns are selected to match the main structure and can be made of various materials: wood, metal, brick. Most often, the support system is made using a steel profile pipe with a cross-section of 60x60mm.
There is no particular preference in the height of the fence and the width of the board. But such a fence is good because it looks great on both sides. For the manufacture of similar designs horizontal picket fence boards 140 mm wide and 20 mm thick are taken. The boards are installed one above the other with a slight slope. The canvas for the flights in the form of a ladder is continuous. If you need to make a ladder fence more attractive, then the metal posts are also sheathed with wooden materials.
The process of assembling the fence is shown in the video:
Sometimes wooden panels are laid horizontally, and special gaskets are installed between them. This addition makes the structure ventilated. To complete the structure and to protect it from precipitation, a wooden frame is often installed over the edge of the spans. cornice strip. This makes the hedge even more interesting.
This is what an unedged board looks like
A herringbone fence can be made from several types of boards for construction:
- Unedged - resembles a slab, but its side edges are not sawn off or are partially sawn off. This option is shown in the photo on the right.
- Planed fence - suitable for all fences.
- Decorative fence - looks impressive with processed edges and ends.
- Aged - has original decor.
A beautiful wooden structure is often exposed to weather changes and environmental influences. Precipitation in the form of rain, insects, mold, and rot can ruin the life of your fencing structure.
When installing a ladder fence with your own hands, you should think about protecting your fence, for example, using various wood antiseptics. A picket fence covered with paints and varnishes turns out to be interesting.
Since ancient times, fences have been built in Rus'. They were mostly wooden. With the advent of new technologies, materials such as metal, reinforced concrete, polycarbonate, corrugated sheeting, brick are increasingly crowding out the aesthetic, but not so durable wooden fence from our lives. Who gives preference environmentally friendly materials, creates design on his site in rustic style or already has wooden house, chooses a wooden fence. In addition, if you study the issue in detail, you will see how diverse wooden fences are. They can be one of the most impressive elements in your garden design.
Types of wooden fences
By wooden fence we often mean an ordinary picket fence, to which we have long been accustomed and which was quite common in Soviet times. Over time, the situation has changed radically and now wooden fences are herringbone, cross-country, chess, and lattice. And an ordinary wooden picket fence looks great equipped with brick pillars.
Classic wooden fence
Pipes are installed along the perimeter of the site and concreted into the ground. Between the pillars, veins or purlins are attached, made of timber measuring 50X100 mm or so. Fence boards are nailed perpendicular to the veins either joint to joint or at a short distance from each other.
Wooden fence with ladder or herringbone pattern
Similar to a classic fence, pillars are concreted into the ground. Decorative wooden overlays are attached to their inner and outer sides. They will become guides for the remaining boards. Boards measuring 25x100mm are laid in the grooves between the overlays - horizontally overlapping. If you use calibrated pads, you can create a ventilated fence. And additional thin vertical metal stakes allow you to create another type of such fence.
The fence columns are covered with wooden decorative covers.
Fence "Cross"
It is possible to combine a wooden fence with reinforced concrete by constructing a “Cross” fence. The same 60x80 mm columns are installed in concrete-filled holes in the ground. The pillars are equipped with grooves into which decorative elements are first installed. reinforced concrete slabs(their approximate size is 300x300x550), and then wooden blocks. Both the columns and the fence sheet are covered with decorative covers to prevent moisture from entering the structure.
Checkerboard fence with clearance
Veins are laid between the pillars. Boards are attached to them in a checkerboard pattern - first on one side, then on the other. If you look from the side, the fence turns out to be not “solid”, but with gaps.
Fence "Lattice"
The base and supporting elements for this type of fence are similar - pillars. Between them, ready-made lattice sections made from slats are installed. The slats can be positioned either parallel or perpendicular to the posts, or diagonally. Such a fence is illuminated, allows the sun to pass through, and does not enclose the space. Its function is more decorative.
Fence "Rancho"
This is a barrier when on heavy wooden poles 2-4 wide boards are attached horizontally with small gaps. If you take well-processed thin boards and a little more of them, you can build beautiful fencing for a wooden house.
Fence "Palisade"
Treated, smooth, not too large in diameter logs are installed vertically to each other.
If you install the pillars and the entire structure on the foundation, this will protect the lower part from interaction with the ground and moisture, and, therefore, will significantly extend the life of the fence. Can be used as fence supports metal pipes, concreted into the ground, pillars made of stone or brick, ready-made reinforced concrete pillars or wooden logs.
Materials for building a fence
The cost of a wooden fence depends on its type and what material will be chosen: boards, pickets, beams, logs (for a picket fence). You will also need the following materials: crossbars (wooden or metal), support pillars, reinforcement for formwork, cement, sand, brick and stones for erecting pillars, nails and screws, fire retardant and antiseptic impregnation for wooden surfaces, bitumen or creazote for treating wooden poles installed in a support or strip foundation.
Tools
To build a fence, stock up on the following tools:
- drill or shovel
- roulette
- stakes
- level
- screwdriver
- hammer
- jigsaw
- brush
- sandpaper
How to make a wooden fence?
Before you make a wooden fence with your own hands, you need to decide on its design and how much of a major construction is planned. For a fence with a foundation, the sequence of actions will be as follows:
- marking;
- foundation construction;
- installation of poles;
- fastening wooden elements;
- processing of wooden surfaces.
Marking
Marking for the future fence is carried out using a tape measure and rope. We determine the location for the placement of the wicket and gate. We install them in pillars in the corners of the site. We tighten the lacing between them so as not to deviate from the given line when determining the locations for the pillars.
Foundation
The most labor-intensive part of building a wooden fence with your own hands is pouring strip foundation. Under lightweight wooden The fence and foundation are not particularly deepened. To do this, dig a trench (depth up to 1 meter, width - 30-80 cm), deep into which they fill up sand cushion. Next, reinforcement is knitted, formwork is created, pillars are leveled and the foundation is poured. He might be like zero level, and higher - 30-50 cm above ground level. After it hardens (after 2-3 days), further work begins.
Installation of pillars
The more often the posts are placed, the stronger the fence will be. The pillars are installed during the process of pouring concrete into the foundation. The distance between them is about 2 m. The fewer pillars, the more crossbars there should be. If a foundation is not planned, then in the places designated for placing the pillars, dig holes 1-1.5 m deep, pour sand (20 cm) into them and water it abundantly with water. Next, using a level, install the pillars in them and fill the recesses with concrete.
Regular foundation for a fence
Foundation using stones
If the post is made of wood, then its lower edge is treated with bitumen or creosote to protect the wood from moisture and rotting.
If brick racks are planned instead of pillars, then space must be provided for them. After all, they will occupy square areas with a side of 1.5 bricks. To decorate the counter at the very bottom and at the top, the masonry is expanded by a quarter of a brick. During the laying process, cross members are installed in the racks. It is important to use a level to check whether the stand is laid evenly.
Fence installation
Next comes the installation of a wooden fence. Slats and boards are attached either to the crossbars or installed in grooves - depending on the selected type of fence. A simpler option is to install sections. If the pillars are wooden, then grooves are made in them to lay the crossbars; if the pillars are metal, then fasteners (corner) are welded to them, to which the legs will then be attached.
How to extend the life of a fence?
In order for a wooden fence to last a long time, wooden elements you need to cover it with antiseptic solutions and fire retardants, and only then with paint (use oil-based and water-soluble), stain, and varnish. Impregnations are applied even before the fence is installed. Fire-retardant impregnations will prevent fire, and antiseptics will protect the wood from the colonization of microorganisms and subsequent rotting. They extend the life of the fence to 30 years, protect the wood from the sun and dampness, and preserve the natural texture and beautiful appearance.
Galvanized fasteners are suitable. Before driving a nail, it is immersed in drying oil.
In the future, periodically, at least once every 2-3 years, the wooden fence must be treated with protective impregnations.
Original do-it-yourself wooden fences - photo:
Fence from metal picket fence- it is original, reliable and strong fence. The metal picket fence has a more impressive design. European picket fences great choice for an affordable price.
IN Lately a trend has become noticeable to revive the role of the wooden fence in landscape design. Although modern market The supply of 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. This is especially true for load-bearing beams and support pillars, since they account for the main percentage of the load. Boards for cladding should only be taken that are flat (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.
- Metal cladding profile pipes wood (if they were used instead of wooden supports). This is done for decorative purposes to give 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 from 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. For each fencing run, 2 logs are mounted on one 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 spoiling the appearance of the 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.
