Fence with brick pillars. Important nuances and features of the choice of materials in the manufacture of a fence with brick pillars Design of pillars from bricks of different colors

Eurogib specialists constantly have to travel to construction sites for measurement and installation. When ordering caps for fence posts, we often encounter 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 the 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. Special attention it is necessary to give the foundation for those elements of the fence on which the gate will be installed.

The bearing capacity of the soil is of great importance when choosing a foundation design. For example, this could be strip foundation, which has bored piles in the center, and a metal pipe is laid in each of them, but the choice of the type of foundation for brick pillars depends on what material the filling will be from, as well as on the type of soil. If the span of the fence is from light material(corrugated board, wood), you can make a pile foundation for each pillar. The depth of the pile depends on the type of soil and the height of the pile ground water. If the soils belong to the category of heaving (clay or loam) with high 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 for making a pile foundation for a brick pillar: we drill a hole of the required depth (diameter 25-35 cm), put a bucket or two rubble on the bottom, compact it with one of possible ways. We install formwork inside the hole (usually a roofing material rolled up in two or three layers). We put a pipe inside the formwork, around which we will later lay the column. The length of the pipe consists of two quantities: from the part that is walled up in concrete and the part that will rise above the level of the top of the foundation. Moreover, the upper section of the pipe is not at all necessary in this case should be up to the very top of the column. It can rise only by 40-50 cm. The exception is the pillars on which the gate and / or gate will be hung. Here the internal reinforcement should be almost to the very top.

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

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

The technology by which bricks are laid for fence posts is exactly the same as for load-bearing structures, however, they will not perform the function of support and their ability to carry large vertical loads is completely unimportant.

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

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

Do not erect poles too infrequently, as this will greatly affect the quality of the fence and its service life. And besides, it looks less attractive. Most optimal distance between the posts 2.5 - 4 m. Measure the distance between the posts of the gate and the gate very carefully so that later you do not have to adjust anything. Ideally, when the dimensions of the gate and gate are known before the construction of a brick fence. This way you can avoid many problems associated with subsequent fitting.

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

How to choose a brick for the fence?

The simplest is ordinary ceramic brick. May be solid or hollow. In the first case, among the advantages is strength, among the disadvantages is a lot of weight. The second option is the opposite.

Another of the advantages is cheapness, in a pair it comes with a disadvantage - unpresentable appearance. Usually a simple brick is used if the post will later have an exterior finish.

Another option is clinker brick. Beautiful, durable, practically does not crumble. It captivates with a 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.

The next option is silicate brick - very durable, frost-resistant, has excellent noise-absorbing qualities, environmentally friendly and, of course, not cheap.

Most often, fence posts are made of the same brick as the house itself. But combinations are possible:

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

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

Double. A brick of this type is practically never found in solid form; 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, reduction in GOST 0.7 NF;

Single Modular- 288x138x65 mm, reduction in GOST 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)
Brick facing ceramic thickened	250*120*88 250*85*88 (Euro)	3.2; 3.6-3.7 (hollow) 3.0-3.1 (hollow)
Brick clinker facing	250*120*65 250*90*65 250*60*65	4.2 (full-bodied) 2.2 (hollow) 1.7 (hollow)
Clinker facing brick (long)	528*108*37	3,75
Hyperpress brick (non-firing) solid smooth	250*120*65 250*90*65 250*60*65	4,2 2,0 4,0
Hyper-pressed (non-fired) brick, solid, smooth, thickened	250*120*88	6,0
Ceramic brick self made	188*88*63	1,9

brick pillar masonry

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

It is best to perform masonry around a metal pipe, the base of which is concreted into the base of the foundation. Mandatory presence of long metal pipes(to the full height of the pillar) is for the pillars on which the gate is attached, for the rest, pipes can be laid shorter so that the elevation above the upper part of the foundation is 300-500 mm, and then several rods with a diameter of 10 mm or more can be welded, but for pillars, which are the gate support, this option is unacceptable.

For at least 3 lower rows, you need to use a solid brick. For the remaining rows, a 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 blocked by the "body" of the brick lying on top. The seam is standard - 8-10 mm. The layout of the 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. In order for the mortar to retain 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 masonry surface (it is removed immediately with a dry cloth). This method of laying pillars has long been proven, but for beginners, with independent execution, it will be difficult to withstand an even seam. It will be much more convenient and faster to work if you use laying under a bar: a metal bar with a side of 8-10 mm is cut into pieces (10-15 cm longer than the dimensions of the column).

Having laid the first row, a bar is laid out on it along the edge of the brick. The site is filled with a solution with a small margin, and the layer is made larger closer to the pipe. Further, leading the trowel along the bar, remove the excess, cleaning the bar from the solution. But at the same time, the slope of the solution is preserved. They put a brick, align it in level. At the same time, the bar does not allow it to settle much, and the position of the other end is controlled by the level.

Then they take a short piece of the bar about 10 cm (for a vertical seam), put it along the end surface, apply the mortar on the side of the laid brick with a trowel, also removing the excess along the bar. Put 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 bar is removed.

Other problems that can arise when laying poles with your own hands are resizing or "twisting" them. Both defects occur due to insufficient control of the vertical position of the stacked bricks.

When laying pillars on your own, very often the upper rows 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 column width may be 400 mm or more, instead of the planned 380 mm. Avoiding this error is to control the size of each row. Control only by building level is not enough. Mainly used household tool ( yellow color), and it has a rather large error. And if the level has a length of 60-80 cm, you simply will not see slight vertical deviations. Therefore, they additionally use a tape measure - checking each row in size, or you can make a template in size (for example, from even planks) with which to check for possible deviations.

Self-laying of pillars without experience in such work can lead to another mistake: the edges of the pillar can move, while the pillar “twishes” around its axis - try to attach spans to such pillars. Therefore, when laying each row, it is necessary to strictly ensure that the corners are located strictly one above the other. To facilitate the task, you can use two corners screwed to opposite corners. They are temporarily attached to bottom rows(bolts or self-tapping screws into the seam) and then used as a guideline, placing the bricks strictly in the corner.

And, finally, another fairly common mistake of inexperienced craftsmen is the lack of mortgages for fastening gates, gates and fence sections. The result of forgetfulness is a very even and beautiful, but completely smooth post, to which it is not possible to attach anything. See below for how to avoid this kind of problem.

The type of mortgages depends on what the fence sections will be made of in the future. If it is brickwork, then the role of mortgages is to connect the pillars and sections into one whole. Since there will be no special weight load on them, it is enough to use 8 mm thick wire loops laid in every fourth row on the side of the pole to which the sections will be attached.

If the sections are made of profiled sheet or wooden beam, that is, they will be attached only to the 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 the base post or armored frame, and in the brick with the help of a grinder, a cut is made in the right place.

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

Pillars from facing brick necessarily process 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? Do not rush to immediately fix the fence sections - the poles should stand for about three weeks, otherwise you can easily ruin all the work done earlier.

About tops (caps) and fence parapets

Caps for protecting masonry brick supports of fences

Here it is, your first DIY brick pillar. It is perfectly even, with seams of the same width, made according to all the rules - a feast for the eyes! In order for the pillar to remain so for many years, the final touch is necessary - the top (cap). The intake hood performs several functions at once:

1. Protects the brick from excessive moisture, which, when frozen, will destroy it.
2. Protects concrete and metal base pipes located in the middle of the column. If they are not protected, then during the rains the concrete will gradually crumble, and the water, accumulating in the formed depressions, will sooner or later reach the metal base.
3. And, finally, the top gives the pillar a more attractive, finished look, being 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-crafted tight joints that can provide reliable protection. In addition, the following requirements apply:

• resistance to precipitation;
• a sufficient angle of inclination that prevents the accumulation of moisture;
• the possibility of reliable and accurate fastening to the pole;
• ventilation to prevent 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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Fences with brick pillars are good decision for any suburban area. They are strong, durable and impressive looking. In order to maximize the efficiency of the space in front of country house, it is necessary to consider the main types of such fences, the criteria for their selection, design and installation features.

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Features of fences

Such fences are usually installed on a strip foundation, the supports are placed at the same distance from each other, usually about two meters. The choice of the interval depends on the type of material of the fence slabs, the size of the site, the design of the fence itself. The gate is usually also mounted between such neat brick columns. The masonry is chosen approximately the same as in the construction of other buildings and structures, but there are some subtleties in the construction of supports.

Country fences with brick pillars will have several advantages:

• strength and reliable protection against foreign penetration;
• resistance to temperature extremes, precipitation, other adverse weather factors;
• many years of service - competently installed fences from high-quality building materials can last for several decades;
• if gates for a car are installed in the fence - any: hinged, retractable, with an electric drive, then brick pillars are the strongest basis for them;
• the possibility of replacing the fence floors, while the supports themselves remain in the same place.

Such fences are distinguished by a variety of shapes and materials; wrought or welded iron, colored profiled sheets, wood, plastic can be strengthened between the pillars. It is possible to really design original design, which will stand out against the background of neighboring areas.

Pillars made of brick are much more resistant to destruction from moisture and frost than concrete ones. At the same time, fences with brick pillars will cost less than solid ones. Brick wall, and the image of the site will be more elegant and light.

Kinds

Fence posts differ in designs, sizes, floor materials.

Constructions

The most common post designs for such fences are 2 or 1.5 bricks wide. The masonry schemes are very simple, a screw pile or a profiled rectangular pipe is installed inside. Graceful posts 1.5 bricks wide can be a reliable support for any type of coating, they are also good to use for a gate.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the two types are slightly different: for pillars of 2 bricks, the height can be from 1.8 to 3 m, the width is 510 mm. Supports of 1.5 bricks have a square section of 380 mm, and the height can be the same. Sometimes it is required to make a higher fence, then the masonry of the pillars can be more than 2 bricks, and the width is more than 510 mm. Ceilings made of sheet or wood for such supports are selected a little lower, a few centimeters.

By the type of floor materials, such fences can be as follows:

• Wooden- most classic version, look very nice, in harmony with nature, are easy to install and do not require special care.

As a tree, you can choose different kinds, but it is best to use a double-sided thick picket fence.

• From profile sheet- very widely used in recent years due to reliability, low cost and ease of installation. The coating of galvanized iron can be polymer or powder, a wide variety of colors - this is the main advantage of this material.

• Wrought iron or wrought iron- look very impressive, adding lightness and airiness to the landscape. They are strong enough not to break. Artistic forging can be a real masterpiece of gardening art.

In addition, you can use combined fence floors. At the bottom, several layers of the same brick from which the columns are made are laid on the foundation, and a profile sheet or tree is already mounted on top. Such fences look very beautiful due to the smooth transition of the brickwork from the pillars to the base. In addition, combined ceilings provide more reliable protection against illegal entry.

How to choose a brick?

For beautiful and strong fence You can choose from several types of bricks. Naturally, for neat masonry it is necessary to acquire a facing look, and not a rough one, used for interior work:

• ceramic brick It is made from red clay, so it usually has the appropriate color. Less common are products of gray or sand color. It is produced by the method of plastic molding followed by firing or semi-dry pressing. Ceramic brick has high strength and resistance to mechanical damage, low moisture absorption, it is an environmentally friendly material.

• Clinker brick made of refractory clay and has the highest strength of all types. Its coloring is about the same as that of ceramic bricks, many recommend it as the best when building fences.

• silicate brick made from lime and quartz sand mineral additives steam treatment at high temperatures. The color is usually white. Thanks to heat treatment, it is very waterproof, durable and resistant to severe frosts. In addition, the mineral materials used for the production silicate brick, environmentally friendly.

• Hyper pressed bricks are made by pressing bulk mineral materials under very high pressure, due to which they bind at the molecular level. They are durable, lightweight, resistant to frost, have low water absorption. These bricks, thanks to the production technology, have a very even surface, so they look beautiful and require less mortar to bind the masonry. They include cement, marble, limestone, gravel, coloring pigments. Colors can vary from light gray to dark brown.

• broken brick has an uneven rough surface on the front side, reminiscent of natural decorative rock. It will be very effective to create fence posts from such material. Torn brick is usually full-bodied, most often silicate, the materials of manufacture are very different: clay, cement, sand, marble or granite chips. decorative types have many different shades for every taste.

Design

Designing a fence with brick pillars is best to start with an assessment of the terrain. It is necessary to take into account many factors: the free area between the house and the fence, the location of the future gate, car gates and access roads to them, the surrounding terrain and soil type, the fence of neighbors and other important points. Based on all this, a project for the future fence is being made.

It is advisable to immediately draw up a plan on paper with the dimensions and location of pillars, ceilings, gates, gates, foundations and possible communications. It is best to have two diagrams for clarity: a profile and a side view.

Next, you have to choose the foundation for the future fence. Its presence is very important for any type of soil and material, only a concrete base guarantees that the fence will stand straight and not warp for many years. There are several base options to choose from:

• Strip foundation for a brick fence is the most common. With it, the concrete mixture is poured into a dug trench around the entire perimeter. The width should match or be slightly larger than the width of the brick pillars, the depth is selected depending on the weight of the finished structure. After digging the trench, it must be covered with waterproofing, a reinforcement frame is placed inside, then a solution of water, cement and sand is poured.

For greater strength, fragments of bricks or cobblestones can be added to the liquid mixture to be poured.

• Column Foundation used in the presence of highly stable soil. The mortar is poured only directly under the future brick pillars. Holes for them are made with a vertical drill of the required diameter to the depth of soil freezing. Next, vertical metal rods are installed, the pits are reinforced with reinforcement and poured with concrete.

• Combined variant involves pouring column foundation directly under the brick pillars and tape under the spans. The process will be more complicated, but this type of soil stabilization is especially good if the fence spans are heavy, for example, from concrete slabs.

You can build a foundation for a fence from natural stone. It does not require a bunch of reinforcing cage for pouring. Natural building material will look beautiful at the bottom of the country fence.

After pouring the foundation, you must wait for the concrete to settle and bond well. Depending on the weather conditions and the type of cement, this takes from 4 to 10 days. After that, you can proceed directly to the installation of the fence.

Installation subtleties

Between concrete foundation and brickwork must be installed waterproofing. The best way to do this is with a regular roofing material. Then, the location of the pillars is marked around the entire perimeter, do not forget about the gate with the gate.

Profiled pipes are installed on the strip foundation, and bricklaying takes place around them according to the chosen scheme.

Another important point –do not forget to weld to the inner profile pipes fastenings for future spans. They should protrude 5–10 cm over the brick. The laying of the bases for the fence takes place in the usual way, as for the walls. The solution for it is best to choose medium plasticity, between every second layer it is worth placing a reinforcing mesh for rigidity.

To install the supports of such a fence, you need the same tools as for ordinary brickwork: a container for mixing the mortar, a shovel, a mixer, a trowel, a level 0.5 - 1 m long.

It is advisable to stretch the full length of the horizontal beacon from a regular cord.

At the top of brick pillars, decorative caps are usually installed for beauty. Some people want to make beautiful lanterns on each support, then you need to stretch the electrical cables inside the frames in advance.

After the supports for the fence, wickets and gates are installed, it is necessary to wait a few days before the installation of the spans until the masonry mortar is fully bound. After that, you can safely proceed to fixing the sheets, metal grating or picket fence.

When installing fences with brick pillars, it is worth knowing some other subtleties. For mortar, it is best to choose cement grade M-400, lime and sifted sand, gravel or crushed stone.

To secure your house adjoining area, everyone tries to build a strong and reliable fence. One of the most reliable types of fence is rightfully considered.

When installing a brick fence, everyone has the right to independently choose the thickness, height and even the shape of the fence. Such material cannot be considered the most affordable on the market, however, properly laid brick will make the fence almost impenetrable. The advantages of a brick fence are as follows:

• Included in a number of the most reliable fences.
• The ability to choose the height yourself.
• Very durable.
• Looks solid and attractive.
• Allows you to lay out decorative masonry with patterns and different shapes.
• Thanks to the possibility of transformation, it fits any style of the site and the house.

beautiful fences

Very often, a classic version of red masonry is chosen for the fence. But in some cases, decorative masonry is chosen to emphasize the appearance of the house and the site.

For decorative masonry, facing bricks are used. It is very convenient to work with him. It does not need to be further processed, it is presented in different types colors and textures.

Due to the spread of decorative masonry in the modern market, facing bricks have gained wide popularity. Masonry can be diluted with various patterns and color solutions. Sometimes wooden additions are used to make the design light.

From brick and forging

Such types of fences are called combined. in combination with brick adds sophistication to the fence. Each fence differs from others in its individuality. What makes an object memorable is precisely artistic forging. In combination with a brick, whether facing or classic, forging looks interesting and at the same time restrained.

Due to the special properties of the brick, you can safely lay out a beautiful figure from it, subsequently filling it with an original decorative pattern. This creative approach speaks of excellent aristocratic taste. It looks especially harmonious when the house is built from the same type of brick. For large areas, a metal mono fence with brick pillars is most suitable. So, a beautiful landscape will be available for the gaze.

Fences made of brick and metal picket fence

This type of site fencing is considered more budgetary. But, despite this, in combination with durable brick, it has advantages over many other types of fences.

1. Metal fence will last much longer than wood.
2. Fences may not block the view of the site completely, and at the same time hide most of it from view.
3. The coating can be matched to the color scheme of the brick or house.
4. Price metal picket fences will especially please those who decided to save.
5. It is impossible to scratch on the edges of the parts, as they are specially processed.
6. Do not require care.

Simple brick options

By installing a solid classic brick fence, you can be completely calm. With a high fence, you can not worry about the weather and many other factors. Despite the fact that the modern market represents a lot of building materials of a new generation, brick is confidently in high positions.

When erecting such a fence, all requirements must be strictly observed. Then it will not only stand idle for a long time, but will always maintain an aesthetic appearance, despite numerous mechanical influences.

Not everyone can afford brick for a fence. However, all costs are more than paid off later. Classic masonry does not need to be painted or constantly restored, facing bricks also do not require special care. But all technologies during its installation must be taken into account and observed.

From crushed brick

The purpose of the crushed brick is rather decorative. Recently, it has been especially often used for the construction of fences. At the same time, the fences are no less strong and durable.

The style of such a building is close to traditional. It must be remembered that the weight of the structure will be reduced due to the fact that the thickness of the bricks is not complete, but stability and strength are fully preserved.

Chipped brick also allows you to create various unusual forms of fencing. BUT different forms and the colors of the bricks give the building an elegant look that is in harmony with the site.

From brick and corrugated board

Fences made of brick pillars and corrugated board stand out among others. Such combined view fencing combines both low price and solidity.

Profiled sheeting is attractive because, despite the low price, it is easy to install, easy to operate and durable. Brick columns between sheets of corrugated board can be different in width, height, colors are not limited. All this is usually installed on a solid brick foundation, which, according to color scheme combined with pillars.

Red brick

Red brick in buildings shows classics, solidity and high status. This is especially true for fences. High fences made of red brick will conquer anyone with their impregnability.

Many people prefer solid classic masonry, which will protect both from sight and from prying hands. Some are decorated with various patterns. Someone is trying to give the structure a more creative look. But everyone who chooses a red brick undoubtedly has a good taste and sense of style.

From lego bricks

This type of brick is in many ways reminiscent of the details children's constructor lego. The structure of the brick allows you to install the fence much faster. And this does not require any serious preparation.

All you have to do is connect the pieces of the top row to the pieces of the bottom row, and then glue everything together with a special construction adhesive. This brick is made from a mixture of limestone and cement. As a result, there is absolutely no need for firing.

Lego brick lends itself perfectly to laying, both with your own hands and in the hands of professionals. The speed of laying such material is significantly increased, which allows you to complete the work as much as possible. short time. In addition, there is no need for a centimeter layer of mortar between the bricks. All thanks to the ideal geometric shape of the material.

Due to the fact that this material is hollow inside, its weight is much less. This allows you to reduce transport costs. Such a brick also has many color textures, which allows you to be creative in the process.

At the same time, the fence looks quite solid. By installing it, you can save on building materials(such as sand and cement) and labor. Moreover, this will not affect general view fence.

From facing brick

The use of a facing fence when building a fence can be an excellent solution when creating your own garden. Such a brick looks a little weathered and worn. It looks more like a stone. Due to which you can give the fence a rather interesting look.

A small fence made of facing bricks will add originality to the garden, help to separate residential and non-residential premises, increase the attractiveness and functionality of the home.

To make the fence look even more original, you can diversify brickwork various inserts. For example, you can take bricks of different colors or add forged steel elements.

from yellow brick

Brick is not only red, classic color. The yellow brick fence looks quite harmonious. First, it makes the fence unusual. Secondly, yellow brick is better combined with various decorative elements.

Also, yellow brick will look good if you dilute it with dark colors. This will give it a slightly aristocratic look.

In addition, if you let various climbing plants, then they will look better on a yellow background than on a red one.

From torn brick

An excellent replacement for a classic brick today can be a torn brick. Its use can open up almost limitless possibilities for the creativity of designers. This material is perfect for both interior and exterior cladding.

It is an incredibly strong and durable material. Torn brick is distinguished by its diversity. Usually the colors of the material are selected individually for the house or the landscape design of the entire site. Although the construction of such a fence is quite expensive, it is worth it.

A selection of ideas on video

A collection of beautiful brick fences from the VISIT TV channel.

Brick fences are the most durable, reliable and durable fences. They not only protect personal plots from intruders and prying eyes, but also prevent the penetration of strong winds.

A brick fence erected in accordance with all the rules will withstand any temperature changes. Structures are not afraid of precipitation and groundwater.

Impressive fences testify to the high status of the owners of the plots. The exterior of the structures speaks of solidity and prosperity. Brick fences are able to decorate any territory. Structures are often found not only near large mansions, but also near administrative buildings.

In this article, we will consider in detail the process of erecting brick fences, tell you what tools and materials will be required and what should be taken into account when carrying out construction work.

Photo #1: brick fence

The choice of brick for the fence

The choice of brick for the fence depends on:

• climatic conditions of a particular area;
• soil characteristics in the area.

In addition, the material must be in harmony with the architectural style of the building and be combined with landscape design land plot.

When building brick fences, various blocks can be used:

• ceramic, they are produced by firing clay;
• silicate, are made by pressing sand, water and lime, followed by heat treatment.

Depending on the specific application, the above materials are divided into:

• construction (serve for the construction of foundations, walls and ceilings);
• facing (used both for decoration and for the manufacture of basic structural elements).

Blocks of the latter type are ideal for building beautiful and durable brick fences. Modern facing materials:

• durable and reliable;
• frost-resistant;
• available in various colors;
• differ in variety of sizes and shapes.

Photo No. 2: facing brick fence

With the help of such blocks (clinker, torn, "bassoon", etc.), it is possible to build unique brick fences with broken geometry of pillars and walls. The combination of colors in the masonry process allows you to create original patterns and interesting ornaments.

Drawing No. 1: popular ornaments

Ceramic brick is suitable for the construction of all fencing elements. Material:

• strong and durable (especially the full-bodied variety);
• moisture resistant, this factor determines the suitability of ceramic bricks for the construction of foundations and plinths;
• environmentally safe.

Silicate blocks are cheaper, but they have a lower moisture resistance. For the construction of foundations and plinths, such bricks are not recommended. Their advantage includes maximum frost resistance and increased strength.

In the process of designing a brick fence, the height and thickness of the structure should be determined.

• If the fence will perform only a decorative function, then you can get by with half-brick masonry. Blocks are placed with a long edge along the fence line. When building in a whole brick, the elements are installed across the fence.
• The construction of fences for protection involves the use of masonry of at least 1.5 bricks.

Figure number 2: types of masonry

For decorative delineation of territories, brick fences with a height of 0.5 to 1 m can be suitable. Protection of sites involves the construction of fences bigger size. The optimal height is 3-3.5 m.

To obtain stable and rigid structures, brick fences are not built in solid masonry. Poles are installed along the perimeter of the fence at a distance of 2.5 to 6 m from each other with the simultaneous erection of piers.

The choice of the spacing of vertical supports depends on the thickness and height of the walls. In places where gates and gates are installed, poles are also laid without fail.

Figure No. 3: pillar scheme

After determining the characteristics of a brick fence, an accurate drawing should be prepared indicating the dimensions of all its elements (pillars, intermediate sections, gates, gates, etc.). Without a project, it will not be possible to correctly calculate the amount of materials.

Calculation of a brick fence

The correct calculation of the brick fence will allow you to perform the table below.

Table No. 1: material consumption

The calculation of the amount of cement and sand required for the construction of a brick fence can be approached not so scrupulously. Additional purchase of these components will pass without problems. When mixing solutions, the following proportions are used:

Table number 2: proportions of solutions

Materials and tools necessary for the construction of brick fences

The main materials of a brick fence are blocks, cement and sand. In addition to them, you will need:

• crushed stone of fine fraction (5-20 mm);
• water;
• poles (optimally fit profiled pipes 60 * 60 mm) with plugs;
• sheets of plywood or boards (for formwork);
• pegs (for marking);
• reinforcing mesh (to increase the reliability of the structure).

In addition, you need to buy bitumen-based roofing material (for waterproofing).

When building brick fences, you can not do without:

• containers with a shovel for mixing concrete or an electric mixer;
• ropes;
• fittings;
• grinders;
• level;
• square;
• roulettes;
• buckets;
• trowel.

To protect the fence from atmospheric precipitation, care should be taken to purchase caps and visors. Installation of additional structures (gates, gates, etc.) requires expansion basic set tools and materials.

Do-it-yourself brick fence construction

Building a brick fence with your own hands is a long and laborious process that requires the knowledge and skills of a bricklayer, as well as accurate calculations. One person may not even have enough season (spring - autumn) to erect such a fence.

If you are not confident in your abilities, contact a reliable company. Professionals will correctly calculate the amount of materials, take into account all the features of the site and erect a brick fence that will last for decades without the need for maintenance and repair.

You do not have to waste your own time and effort, as well as attract loved ones or unverified assistants. A team of specialists will do everything as quickly and efficiently as possible.

If you still want to install a brick fence yourself, read the instructions below.

Stages of building a brick fence

1. Marking the site for a brick fence

Pegs are driven in at the corners of the future fence and along the walls. The rope is pulled. Places of installation of pillars, gates and gates are marked.

The corners must be strictly straight. The correctness of the markup is carefully verified with a square.

2. Building a foundation for a brick fence

• A trench is dug 700-800 mm deep. Its width should be 20 cm more than the planned width of the foundation. Layers of sand (1 cm) and crushed stone (1 cm) are poured to the bottom.
• Holes are being prepared for the installation of poles. Formwork and reinforcing cage are being constructed. Poles with plugs are installed.

Photo No. 3: building the foundation

• A trench is dug for a blind area. Depth - 150 mm, width - 500 mm. The bottom is covered with a layer of rubble. Reinforcement is supplied.
• The solution is mixed, the foundation and threshold are poured.

You need to make sure that the poles are strictly vertical. This will avoid problems when erecting a brick fence.

3. Laying a brick fence

Before laying the brick fence, the frozen foundation for waterproofing is covered with a layer of bitumen-based roofing material.

For the construction of the most reliable fence, a single integral structure of supports and plinths should be gradually erected. If you first install the pillars, and after them - the walls, you get a less durable structure.

Photo number 4: the correct erection of the fence

Consider the process of laying a brick fence in more detail.

The sequence of laying a brick fence

Here is the sequence of laying a standard brick fence. The pillars are stacked in 1.5 bricks, the plinths - in 1, and the main parts of the walls - in half a brick.

The construction process takes place in several stages.

1. Layout check. The first row of the future fence is placed on the surface of the foundation covered with roofing material without applying a solution. This is done in order to once again make sure that the supports are installed correctly.
2. Formation of pillars. Profiled pipes are lined to a height of 3 bricks. Between the first and second rows is placed reinforced mesh according to the size of the future support.
3. Plinth installation. The bases of the walls are also laid to a height of 3 bricks.
4. Bundle of pillars and plinths. In the process of erecting the fourth row of a brick fence, a reinforced mesh is embedded in the solution. It should go beyond the boundaries of the pillars by 2.5 bricks.
5. Simultaneous laying of supports and walls (already half a brick). Fencing elements are erected with reinforcement every three rows.

Photo No. 5: installation of the wall

Upon completion of laying, protective caps and visors are put on the brick fence.

Photo No. 6: metal structures protect the fence from precipitation

It is not difficult to build and revet brick pillars for a fence on your own. It is important to carefully study the instructions and strictly follow the rules of masonry. If the construction scheme is violated, the brick columns will turn out to be unstable and quickly collapse. For cladding, it is recommended to use decorative brick in yellow, brown or red.

Materials and tools

A beautiful fence with brick pillars, wrought iron gates and a gate will not only be a decoration personal plot, but also serve as a reliable fence. Before you start building a fence, you need to make a work plan, a drawing. If you want to build a fence yourself, it is important to carefully study the stages of work and lay bricks without violating technology. If it is decided to hire a team of builders, they will offer ready-made drawings. When all options are agreed and the material is calculated correctly, it is necessary to prepare the tools that will be needed during construction. It is recommended to stock up on such an "arsenal":

• shovels - shovel and bayonet;
• container for mixing the solution;
• buckets 2-3 pcs.;
• Master OK;
• spatulas;
• measuring device - level, corner, tape measure, plumb;
• drill or hand drill for making recesses for metal piles;
• scaffolding or goats, with which you can lay out brick pillars in the upper part;
• rubberized gloves that protect hands from the negative effects of the solution.

How to calculate the dimensions and quantity of materials?

To perform calculations, you need to know the parameters of the brick.

It is not difficult to carry out the correct calculation of the material, the main thing is that the dimensions of the fence are accurately determined. The brick pillar is laid out in such a way that one side consists of one and a half blocks. Based on this, it becomes clear that for laying 1 row you will need 4 pieces. bricks. The width of a standard fired block is 120 mm, the length is 250 mm. The size of one side of the square column is calculated as follows:

• 250 + 120 + 10 \u003d 380 mm, where the value 10 is the width of the seam.

The thickness of 1 block is 65 mm, therefore, taking into account inter-row seams, in order to fold a support 2 m high, an average of 110 pieces will be needed. Next, the thickness of the row with seams is calculated:

• 65 + 10 = 75 mm.

To determine the number of rows, you need to divide the height of the column by the thickness of the row:

• 2000 / 75 = 27.

It is important to take into account the moment that the first 3-4 rows from the bottom are laid out from full-bodied blocks. This is required in order for the fence supports to have a large weight and reliable stability. It is recommended to fix the supports on screw piles embedded in the foundation. The number of round piles is equal to the number of columns, while the height of the pipes is taken 500-600 mm more than the size of the planned brick support, because this difference will be buried in concrete base. Often, instead of piles, round metal reinforcement bars with a diameter of about 15 mm are used. They are also fixed in the foundation. It is important to tie the base with a reinforcing belt. To form 1 column, you will need a round bar in the amount of 4-6 pcs.

Stages of work

As the basis for the pillars, it is better to choose a strip foundation.

In order for a fence with brick pillars to be strong and reliable, it is recommended to make a strip foundation as a base, which is further strengthened by a reinforcing structure. The reinforcement of the supports is carried out using piles or a round reinforcing bar, around which bricks are laid. The height of fence posts can reach up to 3 m, but it is important to consider that the higher the support, the more durable and powerful it is to make the foundation. If the fence is combined, for example, a metal profile is installed in the span, the distance between the brick pillars is controlled, on average it is 3000 mm. All these points must be taken into account in the drawings, otherwise the brick fence around the house will be unstable and quickly collapse.

Foundation formation

Before you put brick pillars under the fence with your own hands, you must first lay a strong and reliable one. To do this, a trench with a depth of 50-1000 mm breaks out along the intended perimeter, which is well compacted, after which it is covered with a sand and gravel cushion with an average thickness of 20-25 cm. Next, the core of future supports for a brick fence is laid. To strengthen the foundation, it is recommended to perform reinforcement. After the finished structure is poured with concrete, and until the foundation dries out completely, construction is not carried out.

In order for the solution to be reliable, it is recommended to mix in proportions of 1: 2.8: 4.8 shares of cement, sand and gravel, respectively, for preparation.

How is laying done?

A wide range of brick colors allows you to make the pillars as close as possible in shade to the decoration of the house.

Brick for pillars must be durable, frost-resistant, waterproof. Clinker material has such characteristics. In addition to high performance, the product has a wide range of colors. Therefore, you can build a brown, yellow or red fence that will match facing material posted on the house.

There are 2 masonry options - in 1.5 and 2 bricks. In order for the design to be neat and beautiful, it is important to control the size of the seams in each row. For fastening the picket fence with brick pillars, iron mortgages are formed at the bottom and top of the support. Also, the mortgage will hold the gate with wickets. To strengthen the pillars, reinforcement with a metal mesh is used.