Simple and inexpensive way mark the boundaries of the territory - install a chain-link fence. Of course, today there are many alternative materials, having a more presentable appearance, for example, . But they are more expensive and labor-intensive to install, and are more suitable for permanent external fencing of a country house.
And if you need to fence off a building site, summer cottage, separate the economic zone from the residential one, or make an enclosure for animals?
Is it wise to spend a lot of money and a lot of time, attracting specialists, if you can make a fence from a chain-link mesh with your own hands in one day, and the result will be achieved? The manufacturing technology, calculation and installation are described below in the form of step-by-step instructions.
Advantages of a chain-link fence
- saving financial resources. The price of a chain-link fence is almost the lowest of all possible options fence Only a fence made of branches can compete in price, but otherwise it will lose;
- light weight. There is no need for a massive frame or pouring a foundation;
- strength and resistance to environmental factors: moisture, temperature changes, ultraviolet radiation, fire, mechanical damage;
- light transmittance. A chain-link fence does not create obstacles to the penetration of sunlight, which means that there will be no shaded areas on the site and the plants will feel comfortable in any part of it;
- low maintenance and no need for repairs;
- ability to withstand significant load. For example, wooden fence it’s easier to break through than to tear a metal network;
- availability. You can buy chain-link mesh at any hardware store or market;
- a large assortment allows you to choose the one that suits you would be better suited for specific needs;
- high installation speed. Two people can install a chain-link fence in one day.
Of course, a mesh fence is not without its drawbacks, including: unattractive appearance, “transparency” of the fence and the need for painting. Some of the shortcomings can be easily eliminated if you know how to choose a chain-link mesh correctly.
Types of chain-link mesh for fences - which is better
When choosing which chain-link mesh to use for fencing, you need to take into account its main parameters:
1. Material of manufacture:
- low carbon steel (the mesh is more ductile);
- stainless steel (hard mesh).
2. External coating:
- non-galvanized chain-link. Wire thickness - 1.2-5 mm, cell size 50-100 mm. This mesh is prone to rust and needs painting;
- galvanized chain-link. Wire thickness - 1.6-5 mm, cell size 50-100 mm. Does not require protection, has a long service life;
- plasticized (metal with polymer coating). Wire thickness - 2.5-2.8 mm, mesh size 25-50 mm. More presentable, with high-quality coating has a long service life.
Advice. Ask the seller for a certificate confirming the quality of the coating. Simple PVC coating without additives that guarantee its resistance to ultraviolet radiation and frost, it will soon become unusable.
3. Chain-link mesh dimensions
The smaller the cells, the smaller the living creatures will fit through the mesh. This is relevant when building a fence, for example, for chickens or ducklings. But such a mesh will be heavier, more metal will be needed to make it, which means it will be more expensive. For the fence the best option is a grid with a cell of 50x50.
After the grid has been selected, it’s time to move on to the main work, namely, creating a sketch of the fence, calculating materials and installing the fence (tension and sectional).
How to make a chain-link fence with your own hands
Stage 1. Drawing of a chain-link fence
A drawing or sketch is a working graphic document that contains the following data:
- location of installation of the fence, taking into account access roads, trees, houses, other buildings on the site, etc.;
- relief features. If the site has a slope or elevation changes, the diagram will help you decide what is more appropriate: leveling the soil or making a cascading fence;
- fence length. Since the width is determined by the width of the mesh, there is no need to take the length into account;
- Place of installation of support pillars and supports.
Types of chain-link fences by frame type
When designing a fence, a decision is also made regarding what chain link fence frame will be used. Due to the fact that there are three ways to attach the mesh, there are three types of frame.
- tension fence- easy to install. Price tension fence from the mesh, the chain-link is minimal. In order to build it, you need to install supports and stretch the mesh. The design flaw is that the mesh will begin to sag over time;
- tension fence with broach. A broach in the form of a strong wire serves as a support that supports the mesh, preventing it from sagging;
- sectional fence. Requires more expenses for the purchase of a corner for the frame and longer time for the manufacture of sections. Although you can buy ready-made sections on the market. Naturally, the price of a sectional fence made from chain-link mesh is the highest, but the design is more reliable and practical.
Note. If the terrain on the site is uneven, it is better to give preference to a fence made of sections; this will allow you to install a chain-link fence, taking into account height differences, without leveling the ground plane.
The correct drawing of a chain-link fence contains a description of the fence with key dimensions and main components, incl. arrangement of corners.
Stage 2. Material for building a fence: selection and calculation
Installing a chain-link fence will only take one or two days if you prepare all the materials and tools necessary for the work in advance.
Construction Materials:
- Rabitz. The requirements for it are described above.
- Tension wire (when installing a tension fence). The function is to support the mesh, provide additional attachment points and eliminate the possibility of sagging. Galvanized wire with a thickness of 2 mm or more is suitable for the fence. (from 130 rub/m.p.).
As a more durable alternative to wire, reinforcement is used, which is welded between the posts or a thin pipe. These materials prevent theft of the mesh.
- Support posts for a chain-link fence.
- Profile corners (for making a sectional fence). Using corners, a frame of individual sections is formed, which are installed on support pillars. The average price of a corner 40x40x3 is 97 rubles/m.p.
- Thin wire or other fasteners for attaching the mesh.
- Cement and sand (for concreting support pillars).
- Protective compounds for wood or metal processing.
The tools you will need are: tape measure, rope for marking the area, shovel or drill.
What kind of posts can be used for a chain-link fence?
Metal poles
Used hollow profile round or square section. The versatility of the metal pole is beyond doubt. The iron support does not require any treatment during installation (only priming and painting); any type of fasteners can be welded to the metal.
Chain-link fences are suitable for a fence made of mesh round post with a diameter of 60 mm. (average price for a metal thickness of 2 mm - 159 rubles/m.p.) or rectangular, with a section of 40x60 (price for a wall thickness of 2 mm - 163 rubles/m.p.).
Wooden pillars
Despite the fact that this is the simplest solution, wooden supports have the disadvantage of being susceptible to weather influences and the activity of microorganisms. In addition, dense wood (oak, elm) is not cheap. You can use more popular species - pine, birch. With proper treatment and constant care, they will last 20-25 years. However, in practice, wooden chain link fence posts are used for temporary structures. A post with a size of 100x100 mm (70 rubles/m.p.) is suitable for a fence.
Brick pillars
Strong and massive supports are too expensive a solution for a mesh fence, and therefore are not used in practice. In addition, a foundation must be poured under them.
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Concrete pillars
Relatively inexpensive material. You can make it yourself or buy ready-made ones ( approximate price for one support 80x80x2000 - 350 rub./piece). This is relevant if the store is in close proximity to the installation site, otherwise transport costs will significantly increase the cost of a chain-link fence. At the same time, fastening the mesh to concrete pillar has its own specifics.
Asbestos cement pipes
They are characterized by relative cheapness (pipe price 100x3000 - 300 rubles), strength and resistance to rotting. But stretching the mesh is inconvenient and requires the use of clamps or clamps. In addition, the pipes are hollow; they simply need to be closed with plugs, otherwise frozen water will simply rupture the pipe from the inside.
Stage 3. Calculation of a chain-link fence
- Number of m.p. (linear meters) mesh depends on the size of the area. Usually, chain-link is sold in rolls of 10 m. The price of galvanized chain-link mesh 50x50x2 mm is from 54 rubles/sq.m. The price of non-zinc-coated mesh netting 50x50x2 mm - from 48 rubles/sq.m. Price polymer mesh 50x50x2.2 mm - from 221 rub./sq.m.
- The length of the tensioning wire is equal to two fence lengths (or three if the wire is installed in the middle). With a fence height of 1500 mm, 2-3 pieces are sufficient.
- The number of pillars depends on the perimeter of the site (total length of the fence) and is calculated based on the fact that the maximum distance between adjacent pillars is 2,500 mm. This rule remains the same for a fence with tension and for a sectional fence.
- Length profile corner equal to the perimeter of the frame multiplied by the number of sections.
- Wire for fastening or other fasteners depending on the method of fastening.
Stage 4. Installing a chain-link fence with your own hands
Sequence of work.
1. Preparing the soil surface
The fence installation site does not require serious cleaning. It is enough to remove debris and eliminate interfering plants and shrubs. In this case, plants that will grow near the mesh (and not near the support post) can be left if their development does not lead to deformation of the mesh.
2. Pouring the foundation for a chain-link fence
Do you need a foundation for a chain-link fence? There are fences installed on the foundation. Filling concrete base can only be explained by the installation of a mesh using heavy metal sections. Which in most cases is unjustified.
3. Installation of posts for a chain-link fence
Preparatory treatment of fence posts
- Treatment wooden poles - the timber should be treated with an antiseptic (a solution that prevents wood from rotting) at the level of its depth in the soil. The SENEZH product line has proven itself well (price from 90 rubles/l).
- Processing of metal poles- iron supports must be cleaned of rust and coated with a corrosion inhibitor (preventing the development of rust). The products of the company Conferum, which supplies several types of primers, are in demand.
How deep should I bury chain-link fence posts?
Despite the minimal windage of the mesh, the chain-link is heavy; with a length of 2.5 meters (between supports) and a height of 1.5 m, the fence can tilt or fall. Therefore, support pillars are installed to a depth of up to 1 meter, with certain conditions(height of the fence, type of soil on the site) minimum depth pits 50-80 cm.
Methods for installing fence posts
Installation on hard ground (clay)
Installation is possible in two ways:
- Firstly, by hammering or screwing in the supports to the required depth. This method has a significant drawback, which is that it is difficult to maintain the installation level when driving and it is easy to deform the top of the driven pipe. Therefore, it must be covered with plywood to avoid deformation.
- Secondly, by drilling/digging a hole for it and then pouring concrete. In this case, the installation depth of the support is selected taking into account the level of soil freezing. However, some masters argue that this is not necessary.
Installation on loose and heaving soils
The technology is more labor-intensive; here the craftsmen also distinguish two installation options:
- First, install the support 20 cm below the soil freezing level. Then the heaving of the soil will not push out the pipe.
- Secondly, replace the soil around the support. To do this, you need to make a hole of a larger diameter (twice the diameter of the pipe) and replace the soil in this place with crushed stone, at a height of 40 cm to the surface of the soil, the column is concreted. This method creates drainage, which takes over the heaving of the soil and levels it out. In this case, the pole will definitely not lead.
Advice. Manual drilling, especially when large quantities holes for posts is a very labor-intensive task. It is better to find/rent/buy a motor drill, with which guide holes of 50-60 cm are made, the remaining 40-50 cm of the pipe (column) are hammered with a sledgehammer.
How to install chain-link fence posts
Installing posts for a chain-link fence is no different from installing other types of fencing. Installation procedure:
- The corner posts are installed first. When tensioned, they are subject to the greatest load, so it is advisable to strengthen them with spacers (oblique supports). The purpose of the spacers is to prevent the tilt of the support. As an option, you can put more powerful pillars (thick-walled) in the corners;
- pillars are installed where the fence breaks (at the corners of the fence, at corners);
- between already installed pillars a rope is pulled, along which, first of all, the supports for the gates and wickets are mounted;
- settling in entry group( , ). Please note that the entrance group of a chain-link fence is always made in the form of a section, reinforced with additional jumpers;
- after this, row pillars are installed. It is advisable to make the distance between them the same. This rule is mandatory when installing a sectional fence.
Note. Hollow metal pipes are closed with plugs to prevent water from getting inside and causing rust.
4. Guide wire for tensioning the chain-link mesh
The purpose of the wire (cable) is to ensure a strong tension of the mesh between the posts. The necessary tension is provided by the following methods of fastening the chain-link:
- tensioner;
- lanyard;
- hook with long thread;
- staples, clamps, spans and clamps only keep the wire from sagging on intermediate posts. They are not used as tensioners.
The order of tensioning the chain-link: one end of the mesh is tied to a corner support post, and the other is stretched. If the length of the fence is too long, intermediate fasteners are installed. Their function is to support the wire.
Note. Some users advise running a guide wire through the mesh cells. But this option is only suitable for installing a small fence, because stretching the wire along the entire length and then installing the mesh on the supports is a difficult and pointless task.
5. Attaching the chain-link mesh to the posts
- install on the stretched tension wire;
- secure to the fittings;
- install into a section and secure in separate sections.
How to stretch the mesh between support posts when building a tension fence
A roll of chain-link mesh is installed vertically near the corner post (attached to metal poles). In this case, the curved edges of the mesh should be oriented upward. This reduces the risk of injury from the sharp ends of the wire.
Advice. If a non-galvanized chain-link mesh is installed, then the craftsmen recommend raising it above the ground level by 100-150 mm.
The mesh is fixed in several places on the support. Then, gradually unwinding, the mesh is tensioned and at the same time attached to the upper horizontal jumper (wire or reinforcement).
When the first roll is finished, the mesh is pulled over the lower jumper. It is important to untangle all the tangled spirals of the mesh.
After this, the second roll is screwed to the first roll (to each other), and the second roll is unwound with tension.
Note. If the work is carried out with an assistant, then the connection (bundle of rolls) can be done in a canopy. If you do it yourself, then you need to connect the pieces when the mesh is not fully stretched, and its edge can be stretched along the length on the ground. Sometimes binding is done by using a wooden bridge to which the edges of both rolls are attached.
After installing the chain-link mesh along the entire length of the fence, the mesh is fixed to the middle lintel.
When stretching the wire, special attention should be paid to the corners. Here you need to be extremely careful to avoid distortion of the mesh fabric.
How to stretch the mesh between support posts when building a sectional fence
First, let's look at how to make sections for a chain-link fence
- You need to make a frame from a metal corner. Frame parameters: length equal to the length of the support pipe minus 100-150 mm; the width is equal to the distance between adjacent supports;
- the corner is opened into blanks using a grinder;
- the blanks are welded into a frame;
- Next we work with the grid. Unwinds from a roll of chain-link right size and is separated by twisting the wire;
- A reinforcing rod is inserted into all four sides of the mesh. The rod allows you to pull the mesh to the edge of the corner;
- the rod is welded to the edges of the frame inside the corner. Thus, the chain-link is attached to the corner.
There is another option that involves welding inside corner metal pins(hooks) 3 mm thick. Then the pins are bent inward with pliers, and the mesh is pulled over them. After the entire mesh is stretched, you need to weld the edges of the hooks to form a loop. This eliminates the possibility of the mesh slipping.
After the frame is ready, we proceed to its installation. To attach to profile pipe separate section, you need to weld a metal plate onto the support and weld the section to it.
It should be noted that it is very difficult for a beginner without experience to make sections for a fence from a chain-link mesh. Difficulties arise from the fact that:
- it is problematic to make sections of the same size;
- it is difficult to install a piece of mesh stretched, without sagging;
- the need to perform welding work;
- difficulty in installing fence sections.
Decorative decoration of a chain-link fence
The mesh fence is not distinguished by its bright design and attractiveness, but if desired, it will result in a nice and durable fence for the site.
Ideas for decorating a mesh fence
- openwork weaving. It is made with thin wire on a mesh with large cells. A simple pattern can be made with your own hands;
- decorative landscaping. Landing weaving or climbing plants along the mesh fence, will allow you to create a hedge around the site. Alternatively, you can attach hanging pots with flowers, as in the photo on the right;
- in order not to wait for the greenery to grow and braid the fence, the mesh can be decorated with decorative wire flowers;
- creative design. With a little imagination, you can create original and funny decorations for a chain-link fence.
Do-it-yourself chain-link fence - video
Cost of a chain link fence
The total costs of constructing a chain-link fence are determined taking into account the materials used and their quantity. For example, the cost of materials was indicated as they were discussed. The cost per meter is easy to calculate, knowing the consumption of each material and the length of the fence.
The price of a chain-link fence for work and installation is per 1 m.p. is given in the table
Thus, a chain-link fence is a cost-effective and quickly erected type of fencing that you can make with your own hands.
Wire mesh is an ideal material for lightweight fencing. It does not obscure the light, and therefore is widely used for fencing beds, gardens, and marking the boundaries of neighboring areas. To install a chain-link fence with your own hands, you don’t need to be an experienced craftsman; you just need to familiarize yourself with and select the right materials.
Fence materials
The appearance, durability and cost of a chain-link fence directly depend on the quality of the mesh. Metal grid Available in three versions:
- non-galvanized;
- galvanized;
- plasticized.
The cheapest of all. It is not suitable for permanent fencing because it begins to rust after the first rain. Typically, untreated black mesh lasts no more than 3-4 years. To extend its service life, non-galvanized chain-link should be coated with either paint or special compounds which, after application, form a water-repellent coating on the mesh. This treatment must be repeated periodically, which ultimately costs more than purchasing galvanized mesh.
Not afraid of moisture protective treatment does not require. Its appearance is much more attractive; such a mesh looks especially good in sectional fences. The cost of galvanized mesh is higher than regular black mesh, but since it lasts longer and does not need to be painted every 2-3 years, this option is more practical.
Plasticized mesh has a special polymer coating that is resistant to corrosion. The coating is not only durable, but also comes in a variety of colors, so you can choose a mesh to match the main fence or roof of the house. The most popular are blue and green chain-link fences; it is less common to see a white, red or yellow mesh fence.
Special attention should be paid to the supporting posts of the fence. The chain-link mesh can be attached to metal pipes, steel profile, concrete pillars and even wooden posts.
The most convenient and practical supports are square metal pipes. Manufacturers offer pipes with already welded hooks, especially for installing mesh fences. To reduce the cost of installing the fence, they also use used pipes, and weld the hooks themselves. In addition, fastening with hooks is not the only option; you can fix the mesh using steel wire.
How to calculate the amount of materials
The most popular for making fences is a chain-link mesh with a width of 1.5 m and cell sizes of 40-50 mm. A standard roll of mesh has a length of 10 m. To prevent the mesh from sagging, support posts must be installed in increments of 2-2.5 m. This means that no more than 5 posts will be required per roll. Aboveground part the supports should be 10 cm larger than the width of the mesh, and the posts should be dug into the ground at 1/3 of their height.
So, if you need to install a chain-link fence 30 m long and 1.5 m high, the work will require 3 rolls of mesh and 16 posts 2.3-2.5 m long. Each post should have 3 hooks attached - at the top, bottom and in the middle . By multiplying the number of supports by 3, you will find out how many hooks you will need. If the fence is sectional, additionally calculate the quantity metal corners for the frame. The height of each section is equal to the width of the mesh, and the length of the run is 2-2.5 m. The most convenient corner for a frame is 40x40 mm, 5 mm thick.
Prices for mesh netting
Rabitz
Manufacturing of tension fence
Chain-link tension fencing is faster to complete than sectional fencing and is less expensive. The installation process includes marking, preparing holes for posts, installing posts and fence fabric.
To work you will need:
Step 1. Marking the area
Take wooden pegs and long twine and start marking. First you need to determine the location of the outer pillars. In these places, pegs are driven in and a string is pulled between them at a height of 10 cm above the ground. If the fence line has breaks, a beacon is also placed on each of them and a rope is secured. Further along the marking line, you need to drive in pegs where the intermediate supports will stand. The distance between the pegs must be the same and correspond to the width of the run.
Step 2. Preparing holes for pillars
In places marked with pegs, use garden borer make holes with a depth of 80 to 120 cm. The denser the soil, the shallower the depth. The diameter of the holes should be slightly larger than the diameter of the posts. A sand cushion 10 cm thick is placed at the bottom of each pit.
Step 3. Installation of load-bearing pillars
Prepare the pipes: clean their surface from oil stains and rust, grind it, weld the hooks. The welding areas are cleaned, scale is removed, and then the pipes are primed and painted. After this, the posts are lowered into the holes, leveled, and reinforced with spacers. If all the supports have the same height and are located strictly along the same line, you can fill. During the pouring process, the solution is pierced several times with a steel rod to remove air bubbles from the concrete.
Step 4. Attaching the chain-link mesh
There is no need to unwind the roll to secure the mesh to the poles. It is lifted vertically, placed against the first support and hooked. If there are no hooks, the mesh is screwed with steel wire in three or four places. It is recommended to leave 10-15 cm between the surface of the ground and the lower edge of the mesh. You can attach it close to the soil, but then the cells will quickly become entangled in grass, and debris, branches, and fallen leaves will accumulate under the fence.
Having secured the chain-link to the first post, move on to the second. The roll is unwound 2-2.5 m, placed against a support and the mesh is pulled. To ensure uniform tension, a 1.5 m long steel rod is threaded into the cells along the height of the roll. This process is best performed with an assistant: one person pulls the mesh, the other screws it with wire or hooks it.
Even tight tensioned chain link sags over time, especially in the upper part. Reinforcing wire or long steel rods threaded into cells along the perimeter of the fence at a distance of 5-7 cm from the top and welded to the posts will help to avoid this. Sometimes the wire is threaded both from above and along the bottom edge, departing 20 cm from the ground. Finally, the ends of the wire and hooks are bent inward, and plugs are put on all support posts.
Manufacturing a sectional fence
Marking and installation of support posts for a sectional fence is carried out using the technology described above. The only difference is that the posts should not have hooks, but rather welded metal plates. These plates have dimensions of 15x5 cm and a thickness of 5 mm; Weld them on top and bottom to the racks, departing 20 cm from the edges.
To assemble the sections you will need:
- Rabitz;
- steel corners 40x40 mm;
- Bulgarian;
- roulette;
- reinforcement bars.
Step 1. Assembling the frame
Measure the distance between the supporting posts and subtract 15-20 cm from it - this will be the width of the frame made of corners. The height of the section is equal to the width of the mesh or the height of the post minus 20 cm. The steel corners are cut to the size of the section and into a rectangle. Then the scale is removed, internal and outer surface the frame is polished.
Step 2: Preparing the mesh
The roll of chain-link is laid on the ground, unrolled 2-2.5 m and carefully cut to width with a grinder. Now reinforcing bars are threaded into the outer rows of cells on each side. There is no need to connect the rods together.
Step 3. Section installation
The mesh is laid on the frame and the upper reinforcement is welded to the inside of the corner. Next, pull the mesh well down and weld the bottom rod, after which the sides are secured. The finished section is lifted vertically to the posts and welded to metal plates. You can also secure the section with bolts by drilling a hole required diameter in the protruding part of the plate.
When installing the next section, you must ensure that the edges of adjacent frames are on the same line. Even a difference of 1-2 cm will be noticeable and will give the fence a sloppy appearance. Finally, the sections are primed and painted. This way you can make a fence of any size without much hassle.
Video - DIY chain-link fence
One of the most common building materials is considered a chain-link mesh. It received this name thanks to the person who invented it.
Karl Rabitz created this mesh back in the 19th century in order to be used as a finishing surface for walls, which were then plastered.
Chain-link fences have become so popular today because of their low price, natural ventilation and visibility, as well as light access to the site.
The latter fact contributes better growth plants. This mesh can be an excellent base for climbing plants.
For example, they can be planted along a fence to create a hedge, thereby hiding the area from unnecessary views. With all this, the appearance of such a site will also look very picturesque.
Installing a chain-link fence with your own hands does not take much time and labor. The design will be able long years be in use.
If the choice is made on this type of fence, then it will be very practical and modern solution for fencing any territory.
The very concept of chain-link implies a structural material that is produced at special machine by screwing spirals of wire and a flat coil into one another.
The material for such fences is predominantly low-carbon steel wire, less often galvanized and polymer-coated.
Advantages and disadvantages of such a solution
If we talk about the positive and negative aspects of chain-link fencing, then the former are much more numerous than the latter.
It is very important that you can use this design for a very long time. Also, such a fence is very durable and reliable.
Installing and dismantling such a fence does not take much time compared to others. Among the advantages, many highlight the affordable price.
As mentioned earlier, there are not so many disadvantages of this type of fencing, or rather, there are only two of them:
- the first is that dust penetrates very easily through the holes in the fence;
- second, everything you do will be seen by other people.
What does the market offer?
In the modern construction market today there are three types of chain-link, differing in material:
- Black wire chain link can last no more than three years. Moreover, already on the fourth day after its installation, rust may already appear. Such a fence is often installed as temporary with the prospect that in the future a fence will be erected from a different material. If such a grid is left, then it will need to be renewed with paint every five years.
- Galvanized analogue Ferrous metal mesh is not at all susceptible to corrosion, which is why it is considered more popular.
- Another type of mesh made from chain-link considered plasticized. It is also made of metal wire, but coated with a polymer, which has a protective effect against corrosion. In appearance, it is much more aesthetically pleasing than the previous two types and is not at all afraid of moisture. This material appeared on the domestic construction market not so long ago and is already very popular in summer cottages.
How to make a fence yourself?
The installation of such a fence can be done by the owner of the site himself with the help of several people. But before you start installing the fence, you need to prepare the place.
Preparing the base for installation
The first thing to do is to mark the area and determine the line along which the hole for the supports will be dug.
Then you need to prepare the holes and install the pillars. What they will be like depends on whether the fence is temporary or permanent. The poles can be installed wooden or metal.
If the fence is temporary and tensioned, the base must be attached to the posts. But for a sectional fence, sections are first produced, with a frame made from a corner. And inside there is a wire mesh stretched around its perimeter. The sections are attached to supports and then the surface is painted.
Required materials and tools
The process of installing a chain-link mesh cannot be called complicated; on the contrary, it is quite simple and requires little expense. There is no need for any inventions in tools and materials; they use the simplest ones.
This can be a strong cord, a grinder and welding machine, level, beam or corner and metal rods.
Options for fixing load-bearing posts
Installation of a tension fence
It is best to add a few meters of wire to the result obtained.
After this, you need to decide in which places the supports will be driven in.
The photo shows an approximate drawing of a chain-link fence
It is necessary to install pillars, the distance between which should be no more than 2.5 meters, because the chain-link tends to sag.
To easily calculate the pillars you need total number length divided by the distance that will be between the pillars.
You need to install pillars in the prepared holes in the ground. Holes can be made using a regular shovel or drill.
The best depth is considered to be about one and a half meters. Important advice is that the supports are first installed at the corners of the site, and then between them.
You need to fill the bottom of the pit with an even layer of crushed stone and compact it, after which you add a layer of regular sand and compact it too.
When the holes are prepared, you can begin to install the pillars. To ensure this is done smoothly, it is advisable to use a plumb line. After installing the pillars, you need to fill it with a solution of cement, sand, crushed stone and water. The solution should not be very liquid, but not thick either. To do this you need to mix it very well.
After the concrete has dried, you can begin the second stage of installing the chain-link fence. Using welding, we weld hooks onto the supports.
The latter can be made of thick wire, pieces of steel rods or the most common nails. After welding the hooks, you need to straighten the roll of mesh and start stretching it. Installation always starts from the corner support. You need to hang the net on the hook that is welded.
To prevent the fence from changing its shape, bending, etc., you need to weld the wire to the post.
After that, you need to rewind required amount mesh and thread a wire or rod vertically into it. This action is often done together.
Step-by-step instructions in pictures
After the tension is done, you need to install a thick wire horizontally at a short distance from the top and bottom edges. After this procedure, the rod is welded to the support. All fastening of the mesh is done in a similar way.
Find out how to install a chain-link fence with your own hands from the video:
Sectional fence - DIY installation
This type of chain-link fence differs from a tension fence in that there are sections in which the mesh must be mounted.
You need to measure the total number of fencing needed, then decide on the appropriate size of one section. After this, it will be more convenient to calculate how many sections are needed for the fence.
The timber and plywood must be cut to special sizes, then a frame must be assembled from them. The finished frame needs to be painted and given time to dry. After this, two people must secure the mesh to the frame. Its fastening should occur in stages so as not to stretch it. After stretching the mesh over the last side, you can cut it.
Then you need to make holes for the reinforcement at the top and bottom near the corners of the frame.
The reinforcement must be inserted into pre-prepared holes and placed parallel to the side edges of the frame. The upper edge of the reinforcement should not protrude from the frame holes. Also in a sectional fence there is the opportunity to make a gate from one section.
This fence can be dismantled at any time.
The whole process step by step:
As you can see, it’s actually not that difficult to install a chain-link fence.
A tension fence between posts is much easier and cheaper to install than a sectional one.
After all, in order to make sections, it will take a lot of time, as well as expenses for metal corners, bars, and so on. Additional materials may be more expensive in price than the mesh itself.
Naturally, a sectional fence will look much more aesthetically pleasing and is stronger than a tension fence. One way or another, both methods involve the purchase of poles on which the mesh will be attached.
Chain-link fences are the most common type of fencing. summer cottages. The popularity of this type of fence is due to the fact that they create optimal conditions, in which unhindered passage of sunlight and good ventilation necessary for normal plant growth. The scope of application of chain-link fences is not limited summer cottages. Such fences are widely used when fencing construction sites, adjacent areas, children's and school playgrounds, etc.
We provide turnkey construction and installation of chain-link fences inexpensively. Loyal prices for chain-link fences in our company are due to large volumes of purchases of materials for the construction of fences and strong business relations with leading Russian manufacturers. Installation of a chain-link fence is carried out by experienced, highly qualified specialists in the shortest possible time.
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What will you get by ordering a chain-link fence from our company?
- High quality We have own production. Manufacturing of fences using our own equipment and only from materials from the best domestic manufacturers.
- 2 year warranty We provide high quality all types of fences and we respond by providing warranty and post-warranty service for your fence.
- Favorable cost Large volumes of purchases, maximum discounts from suppliers, and many years of experience of installers allow us to install corrugated fences cheaply.
- Stable prices We guarantee an absolutely fair and acceptable level of prices, their invariability after the conclusion of the Agreement, the absence of any additional payments and “diversions” on the site.
- Several sales offices Our offices are located in all major directions and are conveniently located to transport interchanges
and metro stations. - Convenient way payment Both through any of our offices, any office of VTB Bank (PJSC), and directly at your site. All types of bank cards are accepted for payment.
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- We do it thoughtfully and responsibly.
Quickly, but carefully,
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Our company offers the construction and installation of chain-link fences at the best prices on the market!
| Fence height | without broaches | with broaches (reinforcement D-10mm) |
| 1.5m; 1.8 m; 2.0 m | from 400 | from 460 |
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Here are drawings of chain-link fences, gates and wickets and other useful information
Chainlink fences
can be made in heights of 1.5 m, 1.8 or 2 m. The most common fences are 2m high. For chain-link fences, a mesh made of galvanized wire diameter 2 mm with a cell size of 55x55 mm is used. To avoid sagging of the mesh, it is recommended to install upper and lower broaches from 10mm reinforcement. It is recommended to paint the fence frame with DALI enamel.
Swing gates from chain-link, they are made in a single or double frame and are equipped with all the necessary fittings and a removable tie between the posts. It is recommended to install the posts using crushed stone tamping and the use of jibs. It is recommended to paint the frame with DALI enamel.
Chain-link gates are made in a single or double frame and are equipped with all the necessary fittings and a removable tie between the posts. It is recommended to install the posts using crushed stone tamping and the use of jibs. It is recommended to paint the frame of the gate with DALI enamel.
Decorative arches for chain-link gates
Decorative arches for a chain-link gate
Decorative arches give the gate additional aesthetics and uniqueness.
Automatic gates Perfectly suits all types of fences. They are very easy to use and highly reliable. As filling you can use corrugated sheets, euro picket fences, wooden picket fence, polycarbonate, mesh and welded panels. These gates open and close using a remote control.
Along with a chain-link fence, you can order the following options and additional services
Foundations on screw piles
Screw piles are used for making building foundations, sliding gates, fence posts, strengthening crumbling slopes, bridge posts and piers. Screw piles easily penetrate and are secured in difficult soils, withstanding considerable loads.
Stages of building a chain-link fence
Territory marking
When marking the area, pegs, tape measure and string are used. At this stage of the construction of a chain-link fence, pegs are placed in the place where there will be corner posts and posts for gates and gates.Installation of pillars
This stage of construction begins with the installation of corner posts. Next, a nylon cord is stretched between them and the remaining pillars are marked and installed. The pillars are installed in increments of 2.5 m to a depth of 1.2 m. In order to avoid precipitation from getting inside the post, caps are installed on chain-link fence posts.Pole installation methods
Depending on the type of soil, the pillar is installed in the ground to a depth of 1200 mm by driving, concreting or butting with fine crushed stone of a fraction of 5-20 mm. To do this, a post is inserted into a pre-drilled hole with a diameter of 200 mm and compacted layer by layer with crushed stone. This method Suitable for all types of soil, including marshy areas, as well as for areas with high wind load.Installation of chain link
At this stage of building a chain-link fence, the mesh is stretched between the posts and secured to the posts with hooks. Next, an upper and lower broach of 10 mm reinforcement is installed in order to prevent sagging of the chain-link mesh.Construction of gates and wickets
On this construction stage installation of gate leaves and chain-link fence gates is carried out. A removable screed is installed between the pillars. It is also recommended to install poles on crushed stone and use jib bars to strengthen the poles.
Our chain-link fences have all the advantages inherent in this type of fencing!
- rational cost
Unlike the cost of other types of fencing, the price of chain-link fences is quite affordable, given their durability, high level strength and no costs during operation.
- Long term operation
The service life of chain-link fences is about thirty years. At the same time, there are practically no visible signs of wear on the fence.
- Optimal ventilation
This type The fence is thoroughly ventilated, allowing sunlight to pass through well, which has an extremely positive effect on the harvest.
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Rabitz - perfect material for the construction of a light fence or fence. Sun rays They pass through it perfectly, so it can often be found when fencing beds and gardens. It is also often used to divide the territories of neighboring areas. Installation of a fence using chain-link mesh does not require special knowledge and skills. In order to install such a fence, you just need to study the technology of its construction. And everyone can handle the construction itself.
Chainlink mesh - what kind of “fruit”
Chain-link is a metal construction raw material, durable and inexpensive when compared with wood or corrugated sheeting. You can purchase such a mesh at any hardware store. It is produced in a roll. This is one of the advantages of purchasing such material; it is very convenient to transport.
Hire specialized construction crews there is no need to install a chain-link fence. Even a schoolboy can build it. And you can do this in two ways: sectional installation and the material tension method.
The advantages of this material include the following qualities:
- this is an inexpensive material.
- no special skills are needed to build a fence from it. Easy and simple to build.
- the area is not hidden from the sun's rays.
- The chain-link has a long service life.
- To decorate such a fence, you can let climbing plants grow along it.
- Having installed such a fence, you will not need to repair it, tint it, etc.
Everything would be fine, but such material also has disadvantages:
- It's hard to hide your privacy behind a net. To do this, it needs to be decorated, for example, with climbing plants.
- no soundproofing properties.
- If you install non-galvanized mesh, it will rust quite quickly.
Types of mesh (table)
| Type name | Description | Photo |
| Non-galvanized network | Most cheap material from those presented. They only do it temporary fencing, because rust quickly appears on it, often even as soon as the first rains have passed. Its service life is no more than three to four years. Of course, such a mesh can be painted or coated with water-repellent agents. But this needs to be repeated with some frequency. And in the end it can cost much more than purchasing a galvanized type | |
| Galvanized network | It is initially protected from moisture. Visually more attractive when compared with the previous chain link. It looks beautiful on a sectional fence. Naturally, it costs a little more than the non-galvanized version. But the game is worth the trouble. This option is much more practical, because its service life is many times longer, and there is no need to tint it. | |
| Plasticized | Mesh with a special polymer coating that is not subject to corrosion. This coating is not only very durable, but also has a wide color scheme. It is possible to choose a color that will match, for example, the roof of a house. Most often you can see blue and green chain-link. Less often red, white or yellow |
What materials need to be purchased, drawing
Pay attention to your choice support posts. The most convenient pipes are made of metal with a square cross-section. There are pipes on which the manufacturer himself has already welded hooks for the mesh. Some people use old pipes onto which they weld these hooks themselves.
Calculation of the required amount of materials
Most often, a net 150 centimeters wide with cells of 4–5 centimeters is used to construct a fence. Length standard roll- 10 meters. To prevent sagging of the fence, support posts are installed at a distance of 200–250 centimeters from each other. Therefore, five posts are needed for one roll. The support posts should stick out above the ground 100 millimeters above the chain-link mesh. They should go 1/3 of their length into the ground.
Now it is clear that to build, for example, a 30-meter fence, you need to purchase 3 rolls of chain-link and 16 posts 230–150 centimeters long. Each post must have at least three hooks. If they are on the poles initially, then no problem. And if they are not there, then they need to be welded. Therefore, we multiply 16 pillars by 3 hooks for each, we get 48 hooks. They need to be purchased and attached to the poles using a welding machine.
If the fence is planned to be sectional, then the number of sections is set based on the fact that the length of one is 200–250 centimeters, the width is 150 centimeters. Knowing these parameters, you can calculate the required number of metal corners, which, by the way, also have recommended requirements. It is most convenient to use 4x4 centimeter corners, the thickness of which is 5 millimeters.
We install a tension chain-link fence
A tension fence can be installed much faster than a sectional one and will be less expensive. To erect a fence, you just need to mark the area, prepare holes for support posts, install these posts and mount the mesh on hooks. Let's look at the process step by step.
Even if you have stretched the mesh really well, it will still sag over time. To avoid this, you simply need to pass reinforcing wire or long steel rods through the meshes of the chain-link. They must be threaded through the cells across the entire perimeter of the fence, leaving 50–70 millimeters from the top edge of the mesh, and welded to the support posts.
Some people also thread such wire along the lower edge of the chain-link 200 millimeters from the surface of the ground.
DIY sectional fence
First you need to mark and install the support posts. The process is practically no different from the previous one. Is it possible that it is not hooks that are attached to the posts, but special metal plates measuring 150x50 millimeters and 5 millimeters thick. They must be welded one at a time on top and bottom of the support column, retreating 200 millimeters from the edge.
When welding a section to the supports, try to place the welding points at the same level. Even the most minimal deviation will be clearly visible and the aesthetic appearance will be lost.
Decorating the fence (table)
| Decoration option | Description | Photo |
| Colored chain link | This is the easiest way to personalize your fence. You can paint it yourself or purchase it already painted. This also includes plasticized mesh. A competent choice of shade will perfectly complement the overall design of your site. | |
| climbing plants | This method is also quite simple and popular among summer residents. You can grow bindweed, climatis or morning glory along the grid. Chain-link mesh is a very good support for such types of plants. Thus, the rather boring fence comes to life and is transformed. Naturally, it looks beautiful only in the warm season. In winter, the fence will lose its attractiveness. Such a fence will hide your privacy from neighbors' eyes for a while | |
| Plant trees and shrubs around the perimeter | This option, like the previous one, is classified as a “hedge”. Only some types of plants remain green in the cold, and the fence will not lose its attractiveness. They plant thuja, yew, climbing rose, rosehip, spirea. Often the choice falls on fruit-bearing plants, for example, blackberries, barberries, chokeberries and others. Naturally, such a fence requires constant care. This decorative design the fence, too, like the previous one, will protect you from the eyes passing by | |
| Decorative chain link | There is a company in Denmark that produces fences. They came up with such a network. In it, the wire is woven so that various patterns are obtained that look like lace from a distance. | |
| Garden on the fence | You can easily hang various pots and flower containers on the mesh. Sometimes garden plants are planted in them. The second option will appeal to those who have a small land plot. As a result, it’s beautiful and useful, and because of the fence no one can see what you’re doing on the site | |
| Street art | Many people have old skeins of knitting thread at home. They can be used to “cross-stitch” on the fence mesh. This way you get interesting, individual and bright fences. This decoration option is gaining popularity in Europe and is already considered urban art. Why not decorate our fences this way? Moreover, it is quite cheap | |
| Photo grid | Using a polymer mesh with an image printed on it will help to give the fence an individual and beautiful look in a very short time. It is durable, not afraid of bad weather, and the color does not fade. The pattern on the mesh is located on one side only. On the other hand, the chain-link is white. |
Video: self-installation of a tension chain-link fence
Self-installation such a fence simple process. Now you know it. This type of fence is cheap, beautiful (if decorated), easy to install, and durable. In general, what many of us need. Good luck!