Eurogib specialists constantly have to travel to construction sites for measurements and installation. When we go out to order caps for fence posts, we often come across mistakes that even experienced masons make when building brick pillars. The laying of fence posts has its own characteristics and differences from the laying of walls of houses or stoves. In this article we want to highlight the basic principles of building brick fences.

The foundation for a brick fence is a very important thing. The more massive the fence, the more reliable the foundation under it should be. Particular attention must be paid to the foundation for those fence elements on which the gate will be installed.

When choosing a foundation design, they play a big role load-bearing capacity soil. For example, it can be a strip foundation, in which bored piles are located in the center, and a metal pipe is laid in each of them, but the choice of the type of foundation depends on brick pillars depends on what material the filling will be made of, as well as on the type of soil. If the fence span is made of light material (corrugated sheets, wood), you can make a pile foundation for each post. The depth of the pile depends on the type of soil and the height of the groundwater. If the soils are classified as heaving (clay or loams) with highly located groundwater, the level of the bottom of the foundation should be located 15-20 cm below the freezing depth of the soil. On well-drained soils (sands and sandy loams), it is enough to lay the bottom of the foundation at a depth of up to 80 cm.

Here is one of the options pile foundation under a brick pillar: we drill a hole of the required depth (diameter 25-35 cm), fill the bottom with a bucket or two of crushed stone, compact it in one of the possible ways. We install formwork inside the hole (usually roofing felt rolled into two or three layers). We place a pipe inside the formwork, around which we will subsequently lay the pillar. The length of the pipe consists of two quantities: the part that is walled up in concrete and the part that will rise above the level of the top of the foundation. Moreover upper section pipes are not necessary at all in this case should be to the very top of the post. It can rise only 40-50 cm. An exception is the pillars on which the gate and/or wicket will be hung. Here the internal reinforcement should be almost to the very top.

If the fence is planned to be entirely brick or there are high wind loads in the region, most likely you will need to make a full-fledged strip foundation. Another option is piles connected with shallow tape.

Most often, brick pillars are made 2-3 meters high. But the designs can be different, it all depends on the expected height of the fence itself. Accordingly, the higher the pillar, the stronger the foundation needs to be made.

The technology used to lay bricks for fence posts is exactly the same as for load-bearing structures, however, they will not serve as a support and their ability to withstand large vertical loads is completely unimportant.

The design of the post on which the gate or wicket will be attached may look something like this:

The design of the intermediate pillars to support the spans can be reinforced a little weaker, but the reinforcement of the pillars must be done:

The distance between the pillars of a brick fence can be from 2 to 8 meters. It depends on many circumstances and conditions:

• the volume of financial resources intended for the construction of the fence;
• dimensions of the filler material (span length of corrugated sheet or wooden picket fence) during the construction of a combined fence;
• load forces on the pillars.

You should not erect poles too rarely, as this will significantly affect the quality of the fence and its service life. And besides, it looks less attractive. The most optimal distance between the posts is 2.5 - 4 m. Measure the distance between the posts of the gate and gate very carefully so that you don’t have to adjust anything later. It is ideal when the dimensions of the gate and wicket are known before the construction of the brick fence. This way you can avoid many problems associated with subsequent fitting.

The span filler is attached to the pillars only after they have stood for some time. This usually takes 2-3 weeks.

Which brick to choose for a fence?

The simplest one is ordinary ceramic brick. May be solid or hollow. In the first case, the advantages include strength, but the disadvantages include heavy weight. With the second option, everything is the other way around.

Another advantage is that it’s cheap, but it also comes with a drawback – it’s unpresentable. appearance. Typically, simple brick is used if the pillar will subsequently have an external finish.

Another option is clinker brick. Beautiful, durable, practically does not crumble. It captivates with its variety of textures, colors and the ability of clinker to harmonize with buildings made in both classical and modern styles. Of course, it will cost more than its simple clay counterpart.

Next option sand-lime brick– very durable, frost-resistant, has excellent noise-absorbing qualities, environmentally friendly and, of course, not cheap.

Most often, fence posts are made from the same brick as the house itself. But combined options are possible:

Brick size standard red: width – 120, length – 250, height 65 mm. This ratio is considered optimal if you alternate longitudinal and transverse placement of single bricks in the masonry.

One and a half. Construction does not stand still; new brick sizes have appeared, in particular – one-and-a-half bricks. The width of such a brick is 120, length is 250, and height is 88 mm. To lighten the weight of the masonry, a special technique was developed: solid bricks alternated with porous, hollow and perforated ones.

Double. Brick of this type corpulent is practically never found; it is made in a perforated form to lighten the weight of the masonry. Brick size: width – 120, length – 250, height – 103 mm.

Euro– 250x85x65 mm, guest reduction 0.7 NF;

Single modular– 288x138x65 mm, guest abbreviation 1.3 NF.

Type of brick	Standard sizes, mm	Weight, kg
Ceramic facing brick	250*120*65 250*120*65 250*85*65(Euro)	2.3; 2.6-2.7 (hollow) 3.6-3.7 (hollow) 2.1-2.2 (hollow)
Thickened ceramic facing brick	250*120*88 250*85*88 (Euro)	3.2; 3.6-3.7 (hollow) 3.0-3.1 (hollow)
Clinker facing brick	250*120*65 250*90*65 250*60*65	4.2 (full) 2.2 (hollow) 1.7 (hollow)
Clinker facing brick (long)	528*108*37	3,75
Hyper-pressed (non-firing) brick, solid, smooth	250*120*65 250*90*65 250*60*65	4,2 2,0 4,0
Hyper-pressed (non-firing) brick, solid, smooth, thickened	250*120*88	6,0
Ceramic brick self made	188*88*63	1,9

Brick pillar laying

In most cases, fence posts are made of 1.5 or 2 bricks, cross-section 380*380 mm and 510*510 mm, respectively, up to 3 meters high.

It is best to do the masonry around a metal pipe, the base of which is concreted into the base of the foundation. The presence of long metal pipes (the entire height of the post) is mandatory for the posts on which the gates are attached; for the rest, you can lay shorter pipes so that the elevation above the top of the foundation is 300-500 mm, and then you can weld several rods with a diameter of 10 mm , but for pillars that support the gate, this option is unacceptable.

At least for the bottom 3 rows you need to use solid brick. For the remaining rows, hollow facing is also suitable, but in this case the solution should not be too liquid, otherwise it will fall into the cracks of the brick.

The masonry is carried out with dressing (displacement) - the seam of the bottom row is overlapped by the “body” of the brick lying on top. The seam is standard - 8-10 mm. Scheme for laying columns in the photo:

Ceramic brick absorbs moisture very quickly, so if you hesitate a little, it will be difficult for you to “put” it in place. To ensure that the solution retains its plasticity longer, the brick is dipped in water for a few seconds before laying. The same maneuver makes it easier to remove excess mortar from the surface of the masonry (it is removed immediately with a dry cloth). This method of laying pillars has long been proven, but for beginners, if they do it themselves, it will be difficult for them to maintain an even seam. The work will be much more convenient and faster if you use masonry under the rod: a metal rod with a side of 8-10 mm, cut into pieces (10-15 cm longer than the size of the post).

Having laid the first row, a rod is laid on it along the edge of the brick. Fill the area with a small amount of solution, with a larger layer being made closer to the pipe. Next, moving the trowel along the rod, remove the excess, clearing the rod of the solution. But at the same time, the slope of the solution is maintained. They place a brick and level it. At the same time, the rod prevents it from settling too much, and we control the position of the other end with a level.

Then take a short piece of rod about 10 cm (for a vertical seam), place it along the end surface, apply the solution with a trowel side part laid brick, also removing excess along the rod. Place and level the next brick. After the brick is set to the required position, the seam is pressed from above with a trowel, and the vertical rod is removed.

Other problems that may arise when laying pillars with your own hands are changes in size or “twisting”. Both defects arise from insufficient control of the vertical position of the bricks being laid.

At self-masonry very often the upper rows of pillars become much wider than the lower ones. This happens gradually, a millimeter or even less is added, but in almost every row. As a result, at a height of 2 m, the width of the column can be 400 mm or more, instead of the planned 380 mm. Avoiding this mistake is to control the size of each row. Controlling the building level alone is not enough. Mostly household tools are used ( yellow color), but it has a fairly large error. And if the level is 60-80 cm long, you simply will not see minor vertical deviations. Therefore, they additionally use a tape measure - checking each row by size, or you can make a template according to size (for example, from even planks) with which to check for possible deviations.

Laying pillars yourself without experience in such work can lead to another mistake: the edges of the pillar can shift, while the pillar “twists” around its axis - try attaching spans to such pillars. Therefore, when laying each row, you must strictly ensure that the corners are located strictly one above the other. You can make the task easier by using two corners screwed to opposite corners. They are temporarily attached to the lower rows (with bolts or self-tapping screws in the seam) and then used as a guide, placing the bricks strictly in the corner.

And finally, another fairly common mistake made by inexperienced craftsmen is the lack of mortgages for attaching gates, gates and fence sections. The result of forgetfulness is a very even and beautiful, but completely smooth pillar to which it is not possible to attach anything. Find out how to avoid such trouble below.

The type of mortgages depends on what the fence sections will be made from in the future. If it is brickwork, then the role of the mortgages is reduced to connecting the pillars and sections into one whole. Since there will not be any special weight load on them, it is enough to use wire loops 8 mm thick, laid in every fourth row on the side of the post to which the sections will be attached.

If the sections are made of corrugated sheets or wooden beam, that is, they will be attached only to poles; more durable mortgages are needed that can withstand their weight and additional loads that arise. In this case, metal plates are used that are welded at a certain height (or mounted in any other way) to a base post or reinforced frame, and a cut is made in the brick using a grinder in the right place.

In the future, purlins will be welded to the mortgages, and corrugated sheets, metal rods or other elements will be mounted on them.

Columns made of facing bricks must be treated with a special impregnation, which will cover it with a film and will serve as protection against the appearance of efflorescence (whitish stains) and subsequent destruction.

All is ready? Don’t rush to fasten the fence sections right away - the posts should stand for about three weeks, otherwise you can easily ruin all the previously done work.

About finials (caps) and fence parapets

Caps for protecting the masonry of brick fence supports

Here it is, your first DIY brick pillar. It is perfectly smooth, with seams of the same width, made according to all the rules - a sight for sore eyes! To keep the pillar that way long years, the final touch is needed - a pommel (cap). The intake hood performs several functions at once:

1. Protects the brick from excess moisture, which will destroy it when frozen.
2. Protects concrete and metal pipes- the bases located in the middle of the column. If they are not protected, then during rains the concrete will gradually crumble, and water, accumulating in the resulting depressions, will sooner or later reach the metal base.
3. And finally, the pommel gives the post a more attractive, finished look, serving as its decoration.

For brick pillars, metal caps are usually used, the size of which is selected so that they protrude several centimeters beyond the boundaries of the pillar. When choosing them, give preference to products without rivets, with well-processed tight joints that can provide reliable protection. In addition, the following requirements apply:

• resistance to precipitation;
• sufficient angle of inclination to prevent moisture accumulation;
• Possibility of reliable and accurate fastening to the pole;
• the presence of ventilation to prevent the formation of condensation.

If the spans between the pillars are also made of brick or concrete, then the top of the wall must be protected with special ones.

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A fence in the form of a solid fence is a reliable rear for any site. One of the most reliable, strong and attractive is the laying of a brick fence. You can do the masonry yourself. Many people start installing such a fence without turning to professionals for help. It is enough to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the material, its types and, having chosen the method of laying bricks, get to work.

Execution options

Variety of relief brickwork includes:

• to get a herringbone shape, you need to lay the bricks at an angle of 45 degrees to the wall line (axial). They can be made protruding or recessed inward;
• imitating the shape of a cornice: the last rows must be extended beyond the wall plane with a ladder;
• it is done like a herringbone, only without a protrusion, and the dressing is performed between oblique rows;
• tuck is when a brick (one or more) or a row of bricks moves beyond the wall plane;
• to make a dome shape, you need to build a pyramidal shape on the last rows after the cornice or dart shape;
• imitation of honeycombs: you need to make gaps (up to 1/3 the size of a brick), and not seams between bricks (in a spoon row);
• the hedgehog is made like a mesh, but the brick corners will extend beyond the wall surface.

Fencing elements

There may be arched masonry (the gaps are laid out in this form). Empty clearings are filled with any material (lattice, stone, etc.).

Carved figured - a rare occurrence. To implement it, it is necessary to make a carving. Then, in order to create designs with a certain relief, this carving is laid out according to the design in the pillars. The cost of this option starts from 28 rubles/piece. Brick carvings can cause potholes. If this happens, then you need to fill them with any waterproof product (for example, combine brick dust with construction glue).

Preparatory work

It is important to calculate future loads, make a foundation design, and make calculations necessary materials, and then start laying.

Work progress map

Preparation is an important stage of any business. After all, the service life directly depends on the choice of material and compliance with recommendations. future design. Before making the brick itself you will need:

1. Select the parameters of the future structure (, thickness, shape), determine its main function (protection from burglars, from prying eyes, decorative function).
2. Prepare a project ( professional drawing with scale or amateur sketch).
3. Determine the type of brick.
4. Calculate required amount consumables. Be sure to allow for extra margin (about 10 percent).
5. Purchase materials.
6. Prepare tools.

Reinforcement required

For this you will need:

• bricks;
• net;
• fittings;
• wire;
• waterproofing;
• masonry mixture (we make it ourselves from water, plasticizer, sand and cement, or we purchase ready-made);
• slag or crushed stone;
• large container for the mixture (if there is no concrete mixer);
• several shovels;
• various trowels;
• tamping;
• bucket;
• nylon thread;
• centimeter;
• level;
• hammers;
• Bulgarian.

Fence installation

For getting robust construction construct columns (columns) at equal distances along the length of the entire foundation. The masonry of such bricks is installed in the corners, near. The characteristics of the structure, soil and topography of the site are taken into account. The gaps between the columns can be different - from 2 to 6 m.

Laying a fence

The technology is simple. First of all, we make markings. Then we start pouring the foundation. Then we lay the brick.

For successful work, you should know the characteristics of the material, follow all the rules of masonry, and take into account the nuances.

In the village

Marking

Installation diagram

Let's get started:

1. At the bottom we place a layer of sand (about 15 cm thick) and compact it.
2. We install formwork and reinforcement for posts.
3. Fill the trench with concrete mixture.
4. We remove the formwork after 2 weeks.
5. When it finally gets stronger (in a month), we begin to lay a brick fence.

Masonry

After waiting until the foundation is completely dry, we begin to build the fence fabric. For smooth brickwork, stretch the twine or thread (using a level).

Drawing for building a fence

Let's start the process:

1. We place the first row without a binding mixture (on a dry foundation). This manipulation will allow you to calculate the required number of bricks for one row. Find out if halves will be needed.
2. We begin the process by laying out the brick base. Its width should be slightly wider than the future fence, but narrower. Such a base can be laid with ordinary brick (regardless of the fact that the subsequent brick will be different). The main task of the base is to smooth out uneven terrain.
3. Having prepared the masonry mortar, using a trowel, we lay the first row of bricks directly on the foundation (its base).
4. We cover the top of the foundation and the finished base with waterproofing (your choice, be it roofing felt or aquaizol).
5. We continue to build the wall. We take into account the presence of figured protrusions. These can be niches, flower beds. Let's also not forget about the support columns.
6. When erecting brick fence posts, we use metal pipes or fittings (must be already installed). They must be surrounded in ring rows. When the columns are erected, we fill the gaps, as well as the voids between the metal and the walls of the columns. At the end of all work, we cover the columns with special (curly) ones.
7. We carefully bandage the seams. They should all be the same thickness around the entire perimeter of the canvas and without voids. The ideal width is 10 mm. We monitor the displacement of the vertical seams. A displacement of no less than 1/3 of the width or length of the brick in relation to each row is allowed.
8. We make spans between the columns using the main methods: chain binding (symmetrical masonry, where 2 lower bricks overlap with 1 upper brick in the center of the seam) or wild (asymmetrical, the joints should not coincide). The mesh is laid in every 4th or 5th row (to increase the strength of the structure).

Drawing and section for installing the foundation

For many centuries, people have been trying to protect their home from attacks. To do this, he builds fences. IN modern world erecting a fence, an attempt to create your own world, to isolate yourself from everyone else. The fence can be anything. For some, it is enough to build it from a wooden palisade, while others require a high concrete fence.

A brick fence can be considered a modern, reliable fence that meets all the most demanding requirements. In addition, it can serve as an excellent addition to a stone house, or as a decoration for the site. As one of the options, a fence with brick posts can be used.

The main advantages of brick fencing

Even before construction begins, you need to understand that this is a very expensive pleasure that requires serious expenses. Therefore, first assess your financial capabilities. You should not start work on the construction of a fence without sufficient funds, otherwise you risk getting unfinished construction.

Despite high cost, a brick fence often attracts owners country houses. Let's look at what exactly:

1. High degree of security. Such a fence can protect you from uninvited guests. If the main function of the fence is protective, then it should be about two meters high, built on the basis of a high-quality strip foundation.
2. Long service life. Such a fence can last up to 30 years, despite constant exposure to various natural phenomena (heat, rain, frost, snow, wind).
3. Interesting design solution. Types of brick fences can be different. An unusual brick fence not only fulfills protective function, but also aesthetic. It can be decorated interesting shape lamps, hedges, or handmade forged elements. These can also be fences with brick posts.
4. Gives an idea of ​​the financial viability of the owner. The construction of such a fence is a very expensive undertaking, which naturally not everyone can afford. Therefore, you choose how to build a brick fence yourself.

Types of fences

Brick, as a universal building material, allows you to construct various types of fences. It is important to decide how to build a brick fence. The following options are possible:

1. A fence made using a regular block. Pillars and sections are made from this material, and then further finished. You can use regular jointing, or finish it with some kind of facing material.
2. A fence lined with a facing block. When using such material, you can use decorative types (torn, bassoon, clinker and others) with a violation of the geometry for the construction of support pillars. See photo of a fence made of facing bricks.
3. Fence using various inserts. In this case, columns are laid out in such blocks. And sections can be made using various building materials(wood, forged elements, profiled sheets).

In any case, everyone decides for themselves how to lay a brick fence.

Brick classification

This is the most popular building material. Each structure has its own type. Before deciding which brick to choose for the fence, let’s study its classification in detail. Depending on the composition of the material, it is divided:

• ceramic, which necessarily includes clay;
• silicate, produced on the basis of sand and lime.

Depending on the area of ​​application, the material is classified as:

• construction, used for the construction of foundations, walls, ceilings;
• facing, used as a finishing material, but can also be used for construction.

Counts ideal material for decoration. This material, thanks modern technologies, has a number of advantages:

• high reliability and durability;
• frost resistance;
• wide range of colors;
• variety of shapes and sizes (textured and shaped).

Used for cladding building facades. Shaped - used for decoration window openings, cornices and other architectural elements.

To decide which brick is best for a fence, you need to get acquainted with the technical characteristics of each.

Produced by firing clay. It is used for the construction of walls and partitions and has the following main characteristics:

1. high strength (especially for solid ones);
2. high level of moisture resistance (suitable for building a foundation);
3. quality and durability;
4. environmentally friendly (only natural materials are used for its production).

It is prepared by pressing quartz sand, lime and water, followed by firing. Most often it is white. Its disadvantage can be considered low moisture resistance. Therefore, it is not recommended to use silicate for the construction of foundations and plinths. The advantages include:

1. increased strength;
2. maximum frost resistance;
3. durability;
4. natural purity.

Modern technologies make it possible to produce brick blocks V various colors y scales. What makes it possible to embody many design ideas and finds, combine not only color shades, but even different colors, achieving maximum effect gain.

When deciding which brick to choose for a fence, you need to pay attention to some points:

• weather and climatic conditions of the region;
• composition of the soil on the land plot.

Bricks for fences are selected so that they fit well with the architectural style of the house, landscape design the entire land plot.

For a fence, it is better to choose a facing cladding block, but this is a very expensive proposition. According to all the main characteristics, silicate is suitable for the construction of fences or support posts Moreover, it is much cheaper. The types of brick fences depend on the type of material chosen.

Construction of a fence using sand-lime and ceramic bricks

To emphasize the individuality of the structure, you can build a fence from sand-lime brick. This material does not require additional finishing; high-quality jointing is sufficient. It withstands low temperatures well and has an increased level of sound insulation.

Now factories produce a wide range of such building materials. You can use the traditional white color, which is used for facing masonry.

Such a fence will have an excellent appearance, a long service life and the required level of safety. Fence from white brick has always been considered decorative on the one hand, and durable on the other. White brick fences are considered to be the most budget-friendly.

Modern technologies make it possible to produce silicate blocks not only white, but also in other shades, from sand to gray, as well as red. A very interesting solution is when the posts are made of red block, and the fence is made of white brick.

Ceramic block is classified as:

• private;
• facing;
• special.

An ordinary block is used for the construction of foundations, walls and other structural elements that require finishing. Special bricks are used in special conditions. This type is a fireproof block. It is used for the construction of stoves, fireplaces, chimneys and chimneys. TO special type This also applies to acid-resistant bricks.

The facing brick stands apart in this row. It has a smooth front surface, even color, without any streaks or inclusions. This allows it to be used both for the front finishing of structures and for construction without finishing, including the construction of fences. In particular, fences made of facing bricks are good.

Fences made with shaped cladding blocks allow the use of the most complex design projects. Largest number options can be applied when constructing support pillars. Due to the “uneven surface” (concave or convex), as well as soft, rounded and beveled corners, it turns out to lay out very complex parts.

Red brick fence

Red brick is still widely used. This classic version. Red brick fences are ideal for any site and various landscape designs.

This material provides scope for the imagination of designers. You can use the block in combination with another color, as well as in combination with many building materials that organically fit into the structure of the red brick fence.

A fence made of red block with a rough corrugated surface looks interesting and harmonious. On the one hand, classic, on the other - unusual design.

Fences made of yellow and brown bricks

A fence made from a decorative facade block in a combination of contrasting colors looks aesthetically attractive.

The monotonous one-color construction of the fence looks rich, but somewhat dull. For those who appreciate the unusual design of a brick fence, experts recommend choosing a combination different colors or shades. Combination of yellow and brown colors in various shades is ideal for building a fence. The brown brick fence is a strict, classic structure. Although some decorative elements (wrought iron, lanterns) will give the building individuality and aesthetic appeal.

You can make the pillars from yellow material, and lay out the sections with brown or chocolate-colored blocks.

A fence with a fairly simple design will look no less luxurious. The columns are one and a half bricks long and the spans are half a brick long. But due to the contrasting combination of colors, it does not look simple. Dark brown support posts, in combination with light sections of the fence, look elegant and solid.

If you add to this along the top of the fence a not very complex decor of forged patterns with curls, then it will have an expensive and perfect look.

Application of clinker bricks

One of the varieties of facade block is clinker brick. This technical definition facing block. They are made from only high quality clay, with a high aluminum content. Therefore, the main characteristics of such a material are much higher than those of all others.

The construction of clinker brick fences has recently become very widespread. And there are reasons for this. This fence has a number of advantages:

1. Resistant to various natural influences (dust, moisture). Suffice it to say that clinker has the lowest level of water absorption (no more than 6%).
2. Does not require additional Maintenance, does not crumble.
3. Wide range of colors available, easy to match to the color of your home.
4. A wide variety of textures of the block (rough, corrugated, smooth, rustic).
5. It will suit any architectural style of the house, even complement it.
6. Clinker is good when combined with other types of building materials (wood, metal, plaster).

Since such a block goes well with metal, it can be used to make pillars or the base part of a fence, complementing them with handmade forged elements. Insertion of forged elements into clinker brick fences photo.

This type of fence will suit any architectural style, from an old manor of the 18th-19th centuries to a modern villa.

You can use this block to create a single composition. Lay out the fence and walls of the house with the same material. It will look aesthetically pleasing, such as the clinker brick house and fence in the photo above.

Decorative brick

Decorative or facade timber is a type of facing, ceramic brick. This building material is different high quality and cost. However, a fence made of this type of blocks is very beneficial for the following reasons:

1. low weight (much lighter than others) does not create a large load on the supports and the entire structure as a whole;
2. the material is not subject to combustion;
3. does not collapse under the influence of moisture and does not fade;
4. a large selection of different shapes, textures and colors;
5. significantly improves external aesthetic perception.

In addition, it can be made of concrete, gypsum or polymer materials. The different textures of the façade block allow fencing to be made with an imitation of natural stone or masonry.

Fences made of torn bricks have become widespread. The chipped (torn) block has a corrugated surface. The surface of the fence, lined with such material, looks like natural stone. Fence made of torn bricks photo.

A fence made with a split block, with spoon or butt edges, gives the impression of a fence with masonry. This torn brick fence resembles the walls of an ancient castle.

The decorative bassoon block has become widespread. A bassoon brick fence can be described in two words – power and beauty.

Bassoon literally translated from Italian language bundle of firewood Masonry with such blocks is associated with beautifully laid out rows. Bassoon brick fences look very glamorous. This facing material on one side it is slightly chopped off, so it visually looks like natural stone with a small chip. Bassoon blocks are available in several types, weighing about 4 kg. It can be used to build a fence or just fence columns. The house and fence made of bassoon brick (photo) looks like an old one, medieval castle. They exude power and noble grandeur.

The chipped block looks like natural stone and weighs slightly less than usual (3.8 kg). The combination of a regular and corner bassoon gives the structure an interesting, noble look.

Calculation of brick needs

Before you start construction, you need to answer one question: how to calculate the brick for the fence? Calculating the number of bricks required to build a fence is not very difficult. This must be done before construction begins in order to know exactly the need for materials. This is especially important if the fence is entirely brick. If there are not enough materials, you will have to buy more and it is not at all necessary that they will match. Even in one batch there may be blocks with different shades.

• with the help of a store consultant or other specialist;
• using an online calculator;
• drawing up an estimate yourself.

In addition, you need to know what the masonry technology will be and what the brick for the fence will be like.

To build a fence using a classic red facing block, you will need 110 pieces per 1 sq.m. A fence made from a single hollow block will require about 400 pieces per 1 m3. If thickened bricks are used, the consumption will be 300 pieces. In the same way, you can calculate the required amount of materials for the construction of the entire structure.

Stages of fencing construction

There are two ways to install a fence on your site:

• on one's own;
• inviting a team of builders.

If you are planning the second method, then you will only need to purchase materials and decide how to make a brick fence. Experienced craftsmen will bring all your plans to life quickly and efficiently. You just need to contact a company that specializes in this type of work. Most of these companies have designers and planners. They will tell you how to build a brick fence, offer ready-made standard projects, or create an individual one according to your requests. And some companies will even prepare all the necessary materials themselves.

Self-construction is a completely different matter. Here you are your own designer, planner and builder. The entire process of erecting a fence can be divided into the following stages:

1. design. You can't do without this stage. First, decide how to make a brick fence, what type of fence it will be, and from what material? Next, you should draw a plan and calculate the need for materials.
2. Purchase of materials. It is best to purchase them in one place, preferably in a specialized store that has quality certificates. Purchase materials with a small reserve.
3. Performing markings. Mark the installation locations for the outer supports, and then draw a line for the proposed fence. Determine the location of gates, wickets, length and number of spans. Install the pegs at the locations of the supports and stretch the cord between them.
4. Preparatory work. It is necessary to clear and level the area for the fence.
5. Construction of the foundation. Its depth and power depends on the type of design chosen.
6. Construction of a fence. Construction of support posts and spans (sections) of the fence, with constant monitoring of the level and quality of the masonry.

For complete information on this topic, watch how to build a fence video.

Conclusion

To decide what material to build a fence from, you need to correctly determine some indicators. What type of material to choose, taking into account all its specifications. And also, what type or style of fencing you want to see in the end.

To make your choice easier, use the materials in this article, photo and video data. Study the advantages and disadvantages in detail various types bricks, possible options and combinations of different colors, types of materials, types of decor and choose the option that suits you best.

And let the finished fence perform protective and aesthetic functions for a long time.

Just as a theater begins with a coat rack, so your home begins with a fence, gate and wicket. Therefore, of course, if finances allow, it seems to me that the construction of a fence should be approached thoroughly. The most reliable, durable and always modern material is brick. As the author correctly writes, you need to assess your capabilities and, accordingly, choose a brick and calculate the quantity. I chose a red brick fence with brown edging, it looks solid!

To ensure that the fence around the house is not only beautiful, but also strong and reliable, it is important to use suitable bricks for the fence. There are many types and brands of brick products on the construction market, and a person who has nothing to do with construction can independently choose for a fence suitable material it will be hard. However, having understood the characteristics and studied all the types, you can choose a brick that is suitable in quality and price, from which you can build a fence.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Materials for building a fence are expensive, so not everyone can afford this option.
• The erected structure is heavy, so if the foundation is laid incorrectly, the risk of rapid destruction of the barrier increases.

However, a brick fence has many more advantages:

• A properly constructed structure is durable, reliable and resistant to harsh climatic and mechanical influences.
• The design has a long service life, while maintenance and repair costs are minimal.
• The abundance of various building elements allows you to choose a material suitable for the fence in color, shape and texture, thanks to which the fence will not only provide protection, but also decorative function.

Brands of bricks for fence

For the construction of fence supports and walls, a product with different characteristics. The first classification takes into account the components of brick blocks:

Silicate material is used for laying the walls of the structure.

• Ceramic. The main element of the blocks is clay, which is pressed and then fired. Ceramic brick is better suited for wall construction, as it is strong, moisture-resistant, and durable.
• . The components of the product are quartz sand, lime, water. The elements are combined, after which they are pressed and fired. This type of block is reliable, frost-resistant, durable, but has low moisture resistance. A fence made of sand-lime brick is considered environmentally friendly, and thanks to its wide color scheme By combining different shades with each other, it will be possible to bring to life the most daring ideas.

A separate classification is proposed depending on the area of ​​application:

• Building. Used for the construction of pillars, walls, foundations, floors.
• . With its help, the structure is given decorative look, but this type of blocks is not prohibited from being used for construction purposes. For example, a fence made of clinker bricks will not only be beautiful, but also reliable, strong, and durable. also has similar characteristics, therefore it is often used as a finishing or building material. And in order for the building to have an attractive appearance not only from the outside, but also from the inside, it is recommended to build a fence using a double-sided brick block.

Which brick to choose?

A more expensive option for this design would be facing blocks.

The brand and type of brick product are selected taking into account the general architectural style of the house and outbuildings. In order for the fence to be strong, when purchasing a product it is important to take into account the weather and climatic conditions and the composition of the soil around the garden plot. If finances allow, it is better to use facing blocks for pillars and partitions. Sand-lime brick will cost less, at least decorative characteristics it is inferior to the facing one. But the erected structure will not be durable and reliable.

Construction stages

Design

To begin with, it is important to determine the dimensions of the fence and use pegs and rope to outline the perimeter. The amount of material is calculated, a drawing of the future structure is drawn up, its shape, color scheme, and the presence of other elements, for example, forging, metal profiles, are determined. Everything you need is purchased with a small reserve. If it is impossible to build a fence yourself, a team of builders is invited, with whom prices and other important points are agreed upon.

Laying the foundation

A properly laid foundation for a fence ensures the structure's strength and integrity, so it is important to take a responsible approach to pouring the foundation. Often, 2 types of foundations are built under a brick fence:

For construction, you can prepare a strip foundation.

• Tape. Standard width tapes 40 cm, depth up to 0.5 m. For reliability, reinforcement is carried out with iron rods, after which everything is filled with concrete mixture.
• Grillage. When installing brick racks, a foundation is formed to a depth of 1.2-1.5 m, and a strip base is poured between the supports using the standard method. This type of foundation is strong and durable, but it is more expensive and labor-intensive.

To prevent the spread of moisture, waterproofing is carried out. For these purposes, it is recommended to use roofing felt. You can give the finished base a decorative look using natural or artificial stone, clinker tiles, gray crushed bricks, porcelain stoneware.

Brick fences are strong and durable. It is this advantage that contributes to the popularity of this type of fencing. This design can withstand strong impacts. To strengthen it, several layers of bricks are sometimes used.

If the fence is made taking into account all technical requirements, it can last 50 years or even more. Not every material can boast such performance characteristics.

Pros and cons of fencing

The main advantages include the following:

• does not require maintenance;
• does not need painting;
• there is no need to clean it;
• fits well into the suburban landscape;
• hides the area from the curious glances of passers-by;
• provides security.

However, a brick fence also has its drawbacks. These include:

• the appearance of efflorescence (a white coating that forms on the surface of the brick). This plaque is the result of crystallization of salts on the surface of the material and is difficult to remove;
• the need for careful selection of bricks. If low-quality material is used, if weather conditions(rain, snow) it can begin to crumble within a few years. The problem can be solved by installing an additional canopy over the fence, but this will lead to high costs;
• high price and labor-intensive work for the construction of such a fence.

You can build the structure yourself. This requires certain skills in the field of construction and knowledge of all stages of this type of work.

Types of bricks for a fence

Before you begin the construction of the enclosing structure, you need to decide on the type of material for it. Best fit brick, which is used for facing work(for example, red clinker). This material is somewhat more expensive, but it is not only durable and reliable, it also gives the fence a more aesthetic appearance.

When constructing a structure, you can use ceramic brick. It differs in that it has a rough surface. And the ability to choose from several shades will give the fence unique look. As for pillars, they are also often made of brick. Moreover, you can use the same type as for the fence.

To save money they sometimes use sand-lime brick. Externally, the design will be noticeably inferior to fences made from the material described above, but in terms of reliability it is in no way inferior to its more expensive “competitors”. In addition, such a fence can subsequently be lined.

Preparation for construction

The preparatory stage begins with preparing drawings and taking measurements. This will allow you to calculate the amount of costs, as well as optimal step the location of the fence posts, which will bear the main load (together with the foundation). The distance between them is usually two to three meters.

Next step - cleaning the area, on which the structure will be erected. First of all, the grass is removed. This can be done either with a scythe or with a lawn mower or trimmer. It is also necessary to clear the area of ​​bushes, trees and debris (it is important to remember that when cutting down trees, the roots must also be removed, otherwise they may interfere with construction).

Tool selection

Before you start building a brick fence, you need to prepare the appropriate tools:

• To mix the solution you will need a trough. An easier option is to rent a concrete mixer.
• To transport mixtures and materials, it is advisable to prepare several buckets and a wheelbarrow.
• When preparing the foundation, you cannot do without a shovel.
• When laying bricks, a trowel is useful for leveling the mortar.
• At the marking stage, a tape measure is used, as well as a square.
• To control the horizontal and vertical planes you will need a plumb line or a building level.
• Using the rule, the front part of the masonry is checked.
• The marking of rows is carried out using ordering.

Read in detail about how to lay brick fence posts here.

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Foundation for the fence

Next, you can begin building the foundation. The marking is done using pegs on which a thin rope or fishing line is wound around the entire perimeter of the future structure. It is important to pay attention to the fact that the corners must be right. At the same stage, it is necessary to decide on the location of the gate and gate. Mark the places where the pillars will be located.

For a brick fence, a strip foundation is usually created, the depth of which should be at least 60 centimeters (ideally, the depth of the trench should be about 1 meter).

As for its width, this aspect depends on the type of masonry, as well as the expected height of the entire structure (usually the fence is built in half a brick, and its height does not exceed two meters). Where pillars are proposed, additionally metal pipes are driven in to strengthen the structure.

The foundation trench is filled with gravel (from time to time it must be watered with water to achieve shrinkage). The formwork is installed along the entire length of the future structure.

It is recommended to immediately prepare all materials for pouring, since it should be carried out in one day (to avoid joints). To strengthen the base, you can use reinforcement; for this purpose, it is laid around the entire perimeter.

The foundation dries within seven days, then it should be coated with a compound that will protect it from absorbing moisture.

Construction of pillars

There are several types of supports for such a fence:

• one-and-a-half, their thickness is one and a half bricks;
• double, their thickness is two bricks.

It should be noted that pillars may have other sizes, but this will be the exception rather than the rule. When building them, it is important to start from what function they will perform (support for a span, gate or wicket).

Masonry work is carried out evenly, in compliance with all rules, as well as strapping, so that the structure is more durable. For this purpose, you can use reinforcement.

The spaces between the pipe and the brick must be filled with mortar and compacted well. To save concrete, you can use broken brick or stones.

During the construction of pillars, it is necessary to constantly measure verticality using a plumb line or level.

After the masonry work is completed, the supports must stand for two weeks.

After this, they can be treated with impregnation, which will prevent the appearance of white spots (if red brick was used as the material).

To prevent moisture from subsequently getting onto the upper part of the structure and accumulating there, it is recommended to provide a special cap (made of metal, ceramics, concrete or wood).

Fence laying

For masonry, a cement solution (water, sand and cement) is used. When constructing spans, they usually make one row. However, if you plan high design, It's better to make two rows. Multi-colored bricks can be used to create a unique design, but this must be planned in advance, at the project preparation stage.

To build it yourself, follow these instructions:

1. During operation, you should constantly monitor the level. For this, it is recommended to use stretched twine (a pre-prepared board frame is also suitable for these purposes). The volume of solution between rows should be the same. Excess is removed before it dries.
2. Professional builders recommend using rows (they are mounted in the corners with nails). Apply the mortar to the brick using a trowel. The same tool must be used to remove excess. And in order for the materials to have better adhesion, the brick is pre-soaked in water.
3. After installation, the seams are processed. For this, either a regular solution or compositions that can be purchased at hardware stores are used. An important point is the waterproofing of the fence sheet (the same principle applies as when protecting pillars).
4. The top of the fence is laid with roofing felt and secured with nails. After this, add to the solution liquid glass while stirring constantly. As soon as the disappearance of moisture becomes noticeable, the resulting material is laid out on the surface of the roofing material in the form of a gable roof.
   If you do not want to carry out this work, it is recommended to install special skates made of ceramic, metal or wood. The material of the span ridge must be in harmony with the material of the cap on the pillars (this also applies to color).
5. The final stage of fence construction is cutting out the seams (if desired). This technique is performed using special spatulas with various notches. The tool is passed along the joints in the brickwork to give them a more noble appearance. The result is quite interesting solutions.

Main mistakes during construction

When constructing this type of fencing, there may be some imperfections that can significantly affect the appearance and functionality. These include:

• Incorrect determination of the distance between pillars (most often the distance is too large). The supporting elements of the fence are designed for certain loads. Even a slight excess of them can lead to very negative consequences, even destruction.
• Before you start building the foundation, it is necessary to correctly determine the depth of the trench. In general recommendations, this parameter can reach from 50 centimeters to one meter. However, in each specific case it is necessary to proceed from the depth of soil freezing. Another important point is the size of the foundation itself.
• A typical mistake is concreting pillars in clay soil. The result of such an oversight may be the bulging of some supporting elements in the spring. This happens because during the thaw period in winter, the soil thaws unevenly and is unevenly saturated with water. With the onset of frost, the soil, which is unevenly saturated, will react differently to frost. It is better to concrete on sandy soil, as it allows moisture to pass through well and does not contribute to the extrusion of pillars.
• When laying, it is not recommended to use bricks chalked at the factory. Such inscriptions are not deleted. The material must be made using the same technology and preferably one batch.
• You should not lay masonry without a special template. Otherwise, there is a risk of incomplete filling of the seams or the mortar getting on the front of the brick. As a result, you will have to change this element, since you cannot scrub its surface with strong acids - this can lead to loss of color.

How can you line a brick fence?

If, for example, sand-lime brick is used as the main material, its not entirely beautiful appearance can be hidden behind the cladding. The materials used are natural stone, besser, crushed granite, sandstone, and so on. The principle of work itself is as follows:

1. Before starting work, it is necessary to attach a special cellular or welded mesh(in the second case, the thickness of the wire should not exceed one and a half millimeters).
2. After this, the wall is plastered (this stage is required to avoid the appearance of voids between the brickwork and the facing material). In addition to plaster, a special coarse filler is applied to the fence to make the surface rough (layer thickness no more than 30 millimeters).
3. After the plaster has dried, you can begin tiling. Before applying the stone to the surface, it must be washed so that there is no dirt, clay or sand left on its surface (they can interfere with adhesion). The solution is prepared from sand and cement in a ratio of 2 to 1. It is possible to add glue for external use. The resulting mixture must be diluted with water.

An important feature of this type of work is that the solution is applied not to the fence, but to the stone. The size of the seam between individual tiles should not exceed one and a half centimeters. After the work is completed, the stones are washed with a special solution to remove dirt and coated with a composition that will protect them from exposure to climatic conditions.

What can such a fence be combined with?

A brick fence can be combined with almost any building material. For example, it could be tree. In this case, the pillars are made of brick according to the method described above, and the span is made of wood.

At the same time, today quite often you can find a combination of a brick fence and corrugated sheets.

Unlike wood, metal profiles are more durable, although they are somewhat inferior in aesthetic parameters.

More noble, but at the same time more expensive material is metal picket fence . It also matches brick quite well.

Finally, there are fences where brick is combined with forging. Unlike previous options, this one is not suitable for everyone, since such fences completely open up the entire interior space.

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The video clearly shows the process of laying a fence:

Photo gallery of brick fences

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DIY brick fence

The most capital and thorough are brick fences. In combination with metal bars and with gates they create the impression of social status its owner. Some samples capture the entire flight of imagination of the designers. You can't walk past these fences without admiring them. Other designs are simpler, but no less reliable and of high quality.

Types of bricks and fences made from it

Brick is one of the oldest building materials on Earth. The technology of its production has been known since time immemorial. Brick buildings dating back more than 5,000 years have been found in Egypt.

Modern brick is very different from old brick. It has smoother edges and edges. Dyes added to the solution allow you to create products of various colors, which has a positive effect on the demand for this material.

There are 4 main types of bricks:

• Adobe brick is made from special clay with filler.
• Ceramic is made from fired high temperature clay.
• Sand-lime bricks contain ordinary sand and lime.
• Hyperpressed limestone is produced by pressing limestone with the addition of cement and water.

Based on their quality and scope of application, bricks are divided into masonry and facing. The first is used for laying walls and partitions. It subsequently needs to be finished, as it does not have a flat and smooth surface.

The facing brick itself is finishing material and is used for decorative design building facades, erection of columns and fences.

Human imagination is capable of translating any ideas into finished creations, so there are no limits to the variety of brick fences built today. However, all of them can be divided into just a few main types:

• Combined fences made of brick, bent metal and sheet steel.
• Lattice fences with brick posts.
• Fences made of corrugated sheets with pillars made of bricks.
• Full brick fences.

The most popular, if sufficient material resources are available, are combined fences made of brick, bent metal and sheet steel. Chic brick columns, crowned with small architectural forms, are connected to each other by a forged lattice with patterns. At the back it can be covered with sheet steel coated with hammer paint, creating the effect of antiquity and reliability.

Metal fence framed from relief brick looks amazing.

Lattice fences with brick posts look no less attractive than the previous ones.

This type of fence is not intended to hide the space behind it, but rather to show off interior decoration yard

The vintage design of forged gratings, combined with original masonry, allows you to create unique examples of fencing, behind which stretch spaces with landscape design.

A lattice fence designed to highlight the beauty of the natural objects behind it.

The simplest fencing using brick is a fence made of corrugated sheets. This is enough a budget option, as it does not require the use of expensive forged products.

The brick columns are connected by metal veins from a profile pipe, on which sheets of corrugated sheets are fixed. This fence looks quite attractive, although it does not require significant capital investments.

In addition, it is a permanent structure, like all brick buildings.

The simplest type of brick fences using profiled sheets.

And finally, all-brick fences. These are truly monumental structures that protect the mansions of wealthy citizens. They are designed to play not only a decorative function, which they do very well, but also a protective one.

Most often, such fences have a large height, up to 3 - 4 m. They can be a solid wall made of brickwork, or they can be lattice. In this case, the bricklaying is done in such a way that there are through gaps.

A completely brick fence, reminiscent of a fortress wall, is designed to protect the owner’s “estate” from prying eyes.

Separately, it is necessary to say about the columns. They happen too different types. The simplest option is a column with a masonry of 4 bricks without relief niches. Masonry can be made with 6 bricks or more. The surface of the column can have various niches and porticoes.

Sometimes you can even find round brick pillars. On top of most posts there is a wiring on which a canopy made of metal, concrete or ceramic is mounted. There are also differences in the type of outer surface of the brick. Most often it is smooth, but it can also have a textured texture.

The most expensive models resemble broken natural stone.

To create a fence that resembles a work of art, the work of a single craftsman is required: a mason, a blacksmith, a welder. It is much easier and cheaper to make a regular fence consisting of brick columns and spans of corrugated board between them. This type of brick fence can be made with your own hands.

Step-by-step instructions for constructing a fence made of brick and corrugated board

Let's consider the construction option budget fence and calculate the approximate need for materials for it. To carry out the entire complex of construction work we will need the following materials:

• Ceramic or silicate facing brick to choose from. To create an original design, we will take two color options: brown and pink. For reference: in accordance with Russian standards, bricks are divided by size into single (250x120x65 mm), one-and-a-half (250x120x88 mm) and double (250x120x140 mm). The working, largest surface is called the bed, the middle edge is called the spoon, and the smallest end is called the poke.
• Cement, crushed stone, fine-grained sand, water and reinforcement with a diameter of 10 mm. This kit is required to build the foundation.
• Round or square steel posts. Can be used. Best suited for these purposes casing, which are used in wells. They have thick walls and are slightly susceptible to corrosion. For simple posts, pipes with a diameter of 75 mm are suitable, and for posts on which gates will be hung, it is better to take pipes with a diameter of 100 - 120 mm. The length of the pipes depends on the height of the posts. Most often, it does not exceed 3 m, taking into account the depth into the ground.
• Profile steel pipe square or rectangular section. Its dimensions may not exceed 40x25 mm. Needed for the construction of veins. The standard length of such a pipe is 6 m. Therefore, when choosing the distance between the posts, this circumstance should be taken into account in order to avoid waste of material. With a fence height of up to 1.6 m, two veins per span will be sufficient. If the fence is higher, then they take three.
• Corrugated sheeting must be ordered in a color that matches the color of the purchased brick. Warm colors are most suitable for brick columns. For ordinary fences fence corrugated sheeting is used, which has a smaller thickness and profile height than roofing sheeting. The standard width of the sheets is 1200 mm, so to construct 3-meter spans the sheets will have to be cut along the wave.
• Canopies for posts made of metal, painted in the same color as the corrugated sheeting. Their sizes must match the sizes of the columns. Finishing strips for corrugated sheets. They will cover the sheets from above.
• Flashings on the base are necessary to prevent the gradual destruction of the masonry on the base and foundation under the influence of cycles of freezing and thawing of water. Electrodes for welding machine. Roofing screws of the required color with rubber washers.

The tools we will need are: shovels and bayonets for digging trenches, a special hammer used by masons, rubber mallet, a metal rod with a cross-section of 8 - 10 mm for leveling the seams between bricks, a trowel, a concrete mixer if possible, a long rope, liquid and regular building levels, a screwdriver or drill, a grinder with a disk for cutting stone.

Construction of a foundation for a brick fence

The simplest solution is to build columnar foundation under every pillar. However, such fences look too simple and cheap and are only suitable for fencing an area from the back.

The corrugated sheets on it will only play a decorative function, and the fence itself can rightfully be called brick.

Let's assume that we need a brick fence 25 m long. In order for the material consumption to be optimal, we need to place the posts every 3 m along the axes. At the same time, in one of the spans it is necessary to install a gate for vehicles to enter the yard. We will order them later, ready-made from sheet steel. We should end up with a fence similar to the one shown in the picture below.

We will calculate the need for materials and describe the stages of construction of such a fence.

We mark the perimeter of the foundation using a rope. It can be buried 30–40 cm, depending on the depth of the hard soil. It is enough to raise it above the ground by 10 cm.

Its width will be 15 cm between the pillars. In the places where the posts will be located, platforms of 60x60 cm are made. There will be 8 such platforms according to the number of posts. Accordingly, there will be 7 spans.

We will minus one, since it is not needed at the gate location.

Thus, the volume of the foundation will be equal to the sum of the volumes of the platforms and spans. The platforms are 8*0.6*0.6*0.5 = 1.44 m3, and the spans are 7*3*0.15*0.5 = 0.5 m3. Summing up these numbers, we find that we need about 2 m3 of concrete. We will need at least 100 m of reinforcement.

We will not describe the process of pouring the foundation, since it is no different from the standard one. The only thing you need to do is install steel pipes to the places where the posts will be. To do this, they are driven into the ground with a sledgehammer and placed vertically. Later, as the concrete hardens, care must be taken to ensure that they do not tilt.

We should get a monolithic tape with 8 platforms for posts, with pipes sticking out of them.

Strip foundation for a brick fence.

Brickwork and installation of corrugated sheets

The most difficult process is masonry. First, lay out part of the first column. This can be done in various ways. We will choose the simplest option of 1.5 bricks. This means that we will need 4 bricks for each row.

Laying 1.5 bricks around a steel column.

We lay the first row as shown in the figure, leaving seams no more than 1 cm. We align them using a device made from a square rod. We overlap the second row with the first, shifting the pattern 90 degrees.

Having made several rows, we begin to lay out the base up to the next column. The level of the first row should completely coincide with the first row of columns. The thickness of the base will be equal to the width of the brick. Usually the base is made with 2 - 3 bricks, but you can raise it as high as you like.

We will make calculations of the need for bricks for 3 rows of the plinth.

Having laid all the columns up to the level of the base, you can then continue to lay the pillars one by one until the very top. During the laying process, the cavity inside the pillar is filled with mortar. In two places, fence veins are welded to each pipe. They should all be on the same level.

To pass them through the masonry, use a grinder to cut bricks. The joints are made very carefully, observing the dimensions and depth of the grooves. The ebb is attached to the base on top. In the end, you should get the skeleton of the future fence. A visor is attached to each post.

Sheets of corrugated sheets are secured to the veins with self-tapping screws in each wave.

Brick base of the future fence.

If the height of our fence is 2 m, and we make the base in 3 rows, then we can count the number of bricks in two ways: by rows and by volume. The first method is more accurate, but also more cumbersome, so we will use the second. The volume of one column is 2*0.37*0.37 = 0.27 m3. Multiplying by the number of pillars, we get 2.2 m3. The base will require 18*0.12*0.065*3 = 0.4 m3.

In total we need 2.6 m3 of brick. Due to the fact that this calculation is not very accurate and does not take into account the thickness of the seams, you need to purchase 10% more. You can always return the excess to the store, but you may not be able to purchase just such a brick. It is easy to calculate the amount of corrugated sheeting. It is enough to divide 18 m by 1.2 m. We get 18 sheets.

You will need to buy 19, since they are overlapped, and you will also have to cut them.

As you can see, the construction of a brick fence, even with spans made of corrugated board, requires serious time, labor and financial costs. However, it's worth it. Such a fence will last for several decades.

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A fence made of brick is one of the most reliable and durable. It protects the territory not only from penetration, but also protects it from the wind, preventing strangers from even looking into the area. That is why the question of how to build a brick fence is very popular among owners of private houses and novice builders.

Finished brick fencing

Step-by-step installation

The entire construction process is divided into several stages, each of which has great importance and the correctness of its execution will subsequently be reflected on the entire structure.

A trench prepared for concreting with reinforcement, pillars and formwork

Foundation

Standard construction of brick fences involves making a strong foundation (Find out also how to make a foundation for a fence). Moreover, its depth and width depend not only on the structure that it has to carry, but also on the type of soil.

This guide will use standard project, excluding moving layers and sand.

• First of all, you need to dig a trench, the width of which should be 10 cm greater than the expected thickness of the fence.
• Its depth is usually made about 100 cm, but in this case you can save a little and reduce it to 60 cm.
• Next, mark the locations of the pillars. At the same time, the instructions telling how to build a brick fence with your own hands advise not to make the distance between them more than 300 cm, and to separate the openings for doors and gates on both sides with columns.
• After the places are marked, additional recesses for the piles begin to be made in the trench. To do this, use a drill, which is deepened by 40 cm.
• Piles or a pipe with a diameter of about 60 mm are inserted into the resulting recesses, concreted flush with the bottom of the trench.

Concreting the foundation

• Then wooden formwork is made, raising it 10-15 cm above the ground. It is at this height that the laying of the brick fence will begin.
• Next you need to place it in the trench metal fittings, creating a frame for concreting. In this case, it is better to tie all the elements with wire so that the connection does not break when shrinking.
• The next step is to pour the concrete. It must be compacted tightly with a stick. Can also be organized in the foundation drain holes, placing a pipe in the solution at an angle towards the street.
• Then you need to wait a few days until the base dries completely.

Advice! It is best to use plastic drain pipes. They clog less often and do not rot.

Detailed project for installing a brick fence, with a typical foundation and indicating the required dimensions

Masonry

Typically, instructions telling how to make a brick fence do not mention that moisture negatively affects the masonry. However, this fact should not be forgotten and measures must be taken to protect it.

Therefore, before starting masonry, it is necessary to put waterproofing film or roofing felt on the foundation.

• After the moisture protection is done, you need to stretch a long thread along the entire length of the fence. It will serve as a guide for each row of masonry, being its edge.
• Next, we build a brick fence, placing it in the middle of the foundation. At the same time, we control the horizontal with a thread, and the vertical with a level. It is worth noting that the brick of the upper row should overlap the joint of the lower one.

Brick laying technology

• If facing material is used for work, then you should not heavily stain the surface with the solution. You must work very carefully using a small rubber spatula and a damp sponge.
• The pillars are made by placing masonry around the pipe, walling it inside.
• If there is a need to install additional elements in the form of forged gratings or other materials, they need to be tied into the masonry in at least two rows.

Laying bricks requiring subsequent cladding

• Also, the construction of a brick fence requires slight reinforcement. To do this, metal wire is laid in 3-4 rows along the entire length of the structure. It will serve as a kind of binder in the material.

Advice! After 5-6 rows have been erected, you need to pull the rope from bottom corner one edge of the fence to the top corner of the other side. It will show defects in the work that can be corrected using a hammer with a plastic or rubber tip.

Working with a level and thread to check the quality of masonry

Finishing work

When considering how to make a brick fence, you need to pay attention to protecting the entire structure from moisture. To do this, you can use special caps that are placed on the posts (see also the article Caps on fence posts: purpose and installation). You can also apply similar protection to the entire structure.

If there is no desire to install such elements or their price is beyond the budget, then you can make a kind of waterproofing yourself.

Installing caps on the fence to protect against moisture

• To do this, lay the entire surface of the top of the masonry with roofing material, which is secured with nails.
• Next in cement mortar begin to add liquid glass, stirring it thoroughly.
• When the clearly visible moisture in the mixture suddenly disappears, it is necessary to lay it on top of the structure, creating something like a gable roof.
• When you make such a top with your own hands, then to increase protection against thieves, fragments are inserted into it broken glass, points up. However, this solution significantly worsens the appearance.

Options for jointing joints in masonry

• It is worth noting that the final stage can also include undoing the seams. In the photos provided you can see various options for this technique. To do this, use special spatulas with a certain notch, which are passed along the joints of the masonry, forming a beautiful protrusion or recess.

Advice! Some craftsmen use a small amount of mortar when laying so that it does not leak out. Then they add dye to the cement mixture and use it to seal the seams. It turns out very beautiful combination bricks and colored jointing.

Colored seams using a special tool

Conclusion

After watching the proposed video, it becomes clear that erecting a fence made of brick or stone is a rather labor-intensive and responsible process.

When performing it, it is necessary to constantly take measurements to avoid the occurrence of defects in the form of distortion, bulges or depressions.

However, with strict adherence to the installation instructions, even a novice builder can perform this work.

Brick fences: a side view

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