With a variety of options for creating fences for land plots, building a fence from a wooden picket fence is the simplest and most convenient way quickly install the fence. There are many varieties of these designs - from budget to expensive designer ones. With installation of simple classic options can be done even without experience, more difficult work It's better to leave it to specialists.

Types of wooden picket fences

Despite the fact that new types of these products made of metal and plastic have now appeared, the wooden picket fence is still more preferred due to its many advantages. Thanks to new wood processing technologies, many varieties of neat, high-quality blanks are produced, from which you can create a beautiful decorative fence.

No painting

Types of wooden fences:

1. A budget option - this fence, made of unplaned or unedged boards, sometimes used to temporarily designate a site. Such a wooden picket fence is often not painted (of course, it is better to paint it). And the final cost of fencing is not always low. In some cases, this material is even used in expensive designer landscape projects.
2. The classic picket fence is made from edged boards. More cheap option- from unplaned boards, more expensive - from planed boards. Issued different sizes width of the planks. In addition to the standard type, the picket fence can be of other shapes: triangular, semicircular. The height of the fence can also be different - due to this, a wide variety of options is obtained to decorate even a simple plank structure.
3. Designer option. Pickets may, after being carved or otherwise processed, have different decorative forms. In addition, they can be placed not only vertically, but also horizontally (for example, resembling blinds), creating designs in the form of diamonds, herringbones or other shapes. For such fences, a drawing is first developed and detailed diagram placement of all elements. Wood materials allow you to create many various options, including various color combinations.
4. Method of placing a picket fence "checkerboard". This fence has both sides facing, because the picket fence is nailed first on one side at intervals equal to its width, and then the same is done on the other. The result is a closed but well-ventilated structure.
5. Combined. It combines brick (reinforced concrete, stone) pillars, a grillage, and sections of wooden picket fence. This is the most durable and durable design. It is especially suitable for regions with snowy winters: the grillage located below serves as good protection for the wood from rotting. Such a fence looks solid and rich, unlike those made only of wood.

Fencing options

Advantages of picket fences

Compared to other types of fencing, a wooden picket fence prevails in dachas or private buildings because it is easy to install and unpretentious in further use.

Front garden

Advantages:

1. The ability to build beautiful fences using cheap, affordable, practical, easy-to-process by simple means and materials tools.
2. The best eco-friendly option that creates an atmosphere of coziness and a feeling of comfort.
3. Universal, allowing you to build various structures and implement design ideas.
4. The pieces are easy to make and quick to install. Even a beginner can handle this kind of work.
5. Easy to maintain: you just need to periodically renew the protective paint layer.
6. In case of damage, there is no need to replace the entire fragment of the fence; it is enough to replace a few slats.
7. Treated with antiseptics can have a fairly long service life in good condition.

Decorative fences

Preparation of materials

First of all, you need to know how to correctly calculate how much and what consumables will be needed. The compiled price list will allow you to use all funds more rationally. Fence posts can be made of logs, metal pipes, reinforced concrete, brick. For accurate calculations, calculations are performed after measuring the entire perimeter of the fence.

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The photo shows a beautiful fence for a private house.

Private house

Wood (posts, picket fences) must be chosen well dried so that it does not become deformed in the future. You can buy ready-made planks or even entire sections.

It will be cheaper to prepare them yourself from raw materials.

By calculating the consumption of materials, you can already determine the approximate cost of a wooden picket fence if the work is carried out independently. The price may vary significantly if you place an order, especially if it is an original design project.

Fence installation diagram

What tools will you need for a wooden fence:

• pencil, tape measure;
• pliers, screwdrivers;
• level (or cord) for leveling the slats;
• a block or other object for measuring equal spans between planks;
• mounting screws for mounting to crossbar posts;
• small stone, concrete to strengthen the pillars;
• hammer;
• wood hacksaw;
• drill;
• shovel.

Installation drawing

DIY fence installation

Preparatory work is carried out in the same way as when installing other types of fencing:

• the areas where the fence will be located are cleared of vegetation, debris, and leveled;
• we install beacons, stretch the thread along the contour;
• we make markings for future pillars at a distance of 2–3 meters;
• by digging holes under the pillars with a depth of at least 1.3 meters (it is most convenient to use a hole drill).

Wiring diagram

Installation of pillars

If the poles are wooden, then they must be impregnated with an antiseptic, and those parts that will be in the ground must be covered bitumen mastic. Metal poles are stronger and more durable, but they must also have a good anti-corrosion coating. To do this, if necessary, they must be cleaned of rust, then covered with frost-resistant paint so that the support lasts longer.

The photo shows a fence for a summer house.

In front of the house

For wooden supports of the picket fence, pillars with a cross section of 100x100 mm are used. For metal stands use profile pipe section 75x75 mm.

It is important to take care in advance about how to make a picket fence more stable. Before installing the support pillars, fine crushed stone 20 cm thick is poured into the bottom of the pit so that they do not move when the ground freezes.

Before burying the pillars, their bases are secured for strength with a mixture of cement and crushed stone. If the supports are metal, brick or reinforced concrete, then special corners or other fasteners are mounted to them to install transverse veins on which the planks will be attached.

A photo of the fence of a private house is presented below.

Bright colors

Set of picket fence sections

The next stage of fencing construction can be performed in two ways:

1. Horizontal veins are attached to the supports, onto which the planks are then placed using a template (for equal span widths) and a level or cord to create a fence that is even in height. It is not recommended to use nails for this; fastening with screws or self-tapping screws will be stronger. It is more expensive, but more durable.
2. You can install ready-made sections - purchased or prepared yourself in advance. Then all that remains is to mount them to the poles using mounting screws.

Scheme of a wooden vertical fence

Installation of veins

So, if the fence supports are metal, corners 50x50 mm and 7.5 cm long are welded to them. The distance between them should be determined according to the height of the fence span, departing 100 mm from the edges of the section above and below to the center of the post.

Names of elements

Then, as for wooden fence supports, 2 horizontal logs made of 50x100 mm timber, pre-treated with an antiseptic, are installed in each span. You can also use a 40x100 mm edged board as lags (veins). Fastening the veins to wooden fence posts or corners on racks is carried out using self-tapping screws.

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Fixing the picket fence

An antiseptic board with a section of 100x25 or 150x25 mm is used as vertical pickets. Length wooden planks is selected individually in each case, based on the height of the future fence. When determining this size, it is necessary to take into account that after installation the planks should not come into contact with the ground. For example, if the fence is planned to be 2.1 meters high, then use a picket fence 2 m long.

Drawing of a wooden fence

The wooden picket fence is attached to the veins using a rope stretched horizontally between the posts. The spacing of the slats is not regulated and is selected based on the desired translucency of the fence. Standard option– gap 30–50 mm.

To better secure the picket fence, you need to add drying oil to the screw threads before screwing it in, then the connection will be even stronger and more durable.

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Installation of a sectional fence

Most quick way installation of such a fence is the use ready-made structures. You can buy sections from planks that are already painted with durable, high-quality paint and varnish materials, and poles with suitable fastening elements.

It is enough to measure how many meters of fence you will need. Everything has already been calculated in size, making up a complete set, which all that remains is to assemble it, like a construction set. It's more expensive, but very convenient and fast.

The photo shows a beautiful hedge.

Price

You can calculate how much it will cost to install a fence made of a regular wooden picket fence on your site yourself or with the help of specialists. Such services using a fence calculator are provided in many large construction stores, as well as by companies that supply materials and perform construction work.

Workers involved in the selection and calculation of materials are well versed in their quality characteristics, cost and can quickly pick up suitable option in the price-quality ratio. This saves clients from mistakes and wasting time.

Average cost per 1 linear meter fences with a gap on 2 logs with materials and work:

• with a section height of 1.5 m - from 1090 rubles;
• with a section height of 2 m - from 1129 rubles.

Section sketches

Average cost for 1 linear meter of a solid fence on 2 logs with materials and labor:

• with a section height of 1.5 m - from 1336 rubles;
• with a section height of 2 m - from 1375 rubles.

A wooden picket fence is a simple fencing option. A decorative elements will make him very attractive. If you use certain types of wood as a material for the fence, for example, larch boards, you can get an almost eternal fence.

Benefits Overview

Each design is characterized by obvious and hidden advantages/disadvantages. If we consider a picket fence, then first of all we need to highlight its versatility, since the scope of application of such a fence is quite wide: private sector, temporary fencing, delimitation of territory (flower beds, garden, vegetable garden, etc.), any objects, functional fence with protective functions.

In addition, there are other advantages:

• absence harmful substances, since the material is natural, this means it is completely safe to use;
• reasonable price;
• a simple process of erecting a fence, which allows you to do all the work yourself;
• short installation times;
• strength, especially if a larch picket fence is used;
• aesthetic appeal;
• variety of design solutions;
• does not shade the area;
• combined with other types of materials: brick, stone, metal;
• ventilation of the area thanks to gaps in the fence.

Among other things, fences made of larch or other materials are easy to repair and restore. Therefore, the fence turns out to be literally eternal.

How to choose material?

At the initial stage, you should decide on the tool. To build a fence from a wooden picket fence, you will need a hammer, a saw, a screwdriver, pliers, a tape measure, a building level, and a nail puller just in case. You also need to prepare a screwdriver, shovel, sandpaper, a stiff brush.

The amount of materials needed is also determined:

• a fence of small width - made to order or prepared with your own hands from an edged board;
• logs or crossbars on which the picket fence will be attached;
• support posts: made of metal or wood.

In addition, paints and varnishes, sand, crushed stone, cement, wooden stakes and rope for marking, and primer are prepared for the work. It is important to choose the right type of wood for the picket fence. For the fence the best options considered: boards made of larch, oak, alder, beech. With flawless wood processing and fence installation, you can get a permanent fence.

To add strength to the structure, you need to use logs with a section of 40x20 mm or 40x25 mm. Metal poles or timber can be used as pillars. Recommended cross-section dimensions: 60x60 mm, 80x80 mm. If the support has round section, the diameter must be more than 60 mm. For wooden fence a distance between posts ranging from 2 to 2.5 m is sufficient. Another important nuance– a board made of larch or other material must be well dried.

Sequence of work during installation

You should start by cleaning the area, as well as marking it. It is necessary to prepare the surface: remove large debris, dried weeds, if necessary, level the soil if there are holes or mounds. Marking is carried out using stakes and cord. First, the perimeter of the future fence is determined and the cord is pulled with your own hands. Then the points for installing the supports are outlined.

Wooden fence diagram

For a wooden fence, there are two main ways to attach posts: the hole is filled with soil; filled with concrete. The second option is more reliable. Holes in the ground can be drilled using a garden drill or dug with a shovel, which is not always convenient, since the recommended depth of the holes is up to 1.5 m.

It is quite possible to work with a drill without inviting a professional, with your own hands. When installing supports in holes, it is recommended to check their position with a building level. For reliability and to secure the pillars, spacers are used.

If you plan to use wooden poles, the lower part, which will be immersed in the ground, is covered with bitumen mastic to prevent wood rotting. You also need to treat the racks with an antiseptic solution yourself.

At the base of the pits there should be a gravel cushion, a sufficient layer thickness of 20 cm. After pouring concrete, you need to wait some time until the solution dries completely, as a rule, 3 days is enough. And you can start installing the crossbars.

Assembly is carried out in two ways: sequentially or in sections. In the first case, the logs are first installed, then the board is made of larch or another type of wood. The second option involves separate installation of a section of joists and pickets, after which the finished block is installed on the supports with your own hands.

For fastening wooden structure To metal poles a special part is used - in the form of a cross from a corner or channels. It is welded to the post if it is not possible to secure it with bolts. And in places of contact with wooden crossbars, a standard set of fasteners is used.

Finishing the fence

To make a literally eternal picket fence, it is recommended to take care of the wood covering. There are only two types involved: primer and paint/varnish. If the task is to change the natural shade of wood, paint is used. But it's transparent finishing material allows you to preserve the natural color and structure of the wood.

First of all, you need to prepare the surface of the boards for painting. Improved adhesion will be ensured by roughness. To do this, you need to sand the surface of the wooden fences with your own hands using sandpaper.

The end part of the support posts must be closed with special plugs or a metal plate. The upper edge of the fences is sanded and coated with moisture-resistant compounds.

Of course, this requires regular maintenance: removing peeling paint, restoring protective coating. When preparing the material with your own hands and erecting a fence without involving professionals, the cost of the fence will be small.

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To protect the site from outside penetration, wind and noise, fences are used to delimit the territory various designs and quality. For many centuries, wooden fences have been popular, which can take various appearance. Do-it-yourself wooden fences can be constructed in various shapes. This could be the simplest palisade or a solid one solid fence, where wood goes well with stone pillars. It is quite possible to make such a fence with your own hands, you just need to create a project and then prepare the material.

Shapes of wooden fences.

Types of wooden fences

Wooden fences can take on different appearances:

1. Solid, divided into ordinary, palisade, “dog ears”, royal, peak, concave, double concave, convex.
2. Picket fence, classified into convex, palisade, regular, peak, concave, double convex, cat ears.

Construction of a wooden picket fence.

A classic wooden fence is made from a picket fence; wooden, metal, brick pillars. All pickets come with small gaps between each other; they do not reach the soil level a little. A herringbone fence is a type of continuous fencing. The boards are nailed parallel to the ground with small angle, the end result is a beautiful herringbone pattern. The boards are attached with an overlap, leaving minimal space between them. air gap to ensure ventilation. A strip foundation is made below.

The fence of the “Cross” variety is also continuous, the bars for it are laid parallel to the ground, and a strip foundation is used. It is best to take the cross-section of the fence bars round or with recesses for installation. The result will be more decorative.

Fencing made in a checkerboard pattern with clearance is popular. This is a very interesting fence, the boards are nailed on both sides of the crossbar in a checkerboard pattern. Gaps remain between the boards, resulting in a so-called double fence, the strength and reliability of which is exceptionally high. Externally, the design looks attractive, but it is difficult to care for it, as it is painted internal surfaces The boards cannot be finished with a brush or roller; only a spray gun is used.

Elements of a wooden fence.

A lattice fence is one of the most attractive. It is made up of wooden slats, which are assembled in the form of a lattice. The base is boards; wood is also used for support posts. Such fences are translucent, but decoration options are excellent for them climbing plants. After installation, the fences are painted white to give the structure additional lightness and elegance, although in fact such a fence is strong and stable.

The Ranch fence is a low fence. What is special about this design? The boards are nailed in several rows horizontally, creating an attractive cascade. The support pillars are made of wood and dug into the ground. Usually the number of rows does not exceed 4, such fencing is mounted inside the plots, the functions are strictly demarcating.

How to install a wooden fence yourself?

Fire retardants provide protection from open flames. Only galvanized nails or self-tapping screws, metal plates, and corners are used as fastening elements. Some experts advise lubricating nails with drying oil before work.

Materials and tools

Before starting work on building a fence, you need to prepare materials and tools. To make a picket fence you will need:

Attaching a picket fence using a template (dimensions are indicated in millimeters): 1 – cord; 2 – template; 3 – board to which the cord is attached.

• processed wooden boards;
• beams for transverse veins;
• support posts for fencing;
• nails and screws for fastening;
• bitumen or creosote is used for waterproofing;
• drill, ordinary shovel;
• pegs for marking, rope;
• cement, sand, gravel or a ready-made dry mixture, which just needs to be diluted with water;
• capacity for concrete mortar;
• saw, jigsaw;
• hammer;
• building level.

DIY fence installation

First you need to do the marking. To do this, wooden pegs are installed around the perimeter of the site, with a rope stretched between them. This will be the length of the fence; using this simple marking you can get the following data:

1. Determine the position of the two outer pillars, between which there will be a wicket or gate.
2. Determine the length of the fence, according to which the amount of material is calculated, and the points of the support pillars are calculated.
3. When making calculations, it must be taken into account that the outer and corner pillars must be made more massive, since they will bear the heaviest load.

After this, you need to remove the markings, leaving the pegs in place of the future support pillars. The next stage of manufacturing is digging holes for the support pillars. Even during marking, it is necessary to ensure that the distance between them is the same, since the appearance of the structure and the arrangement of sections between the pillars depend on this. Sections can be smaller or larger only near the corner posts and near the gate. After this, using a drill or shovel, digging of holes begins. Their depth should be approximately ¼ of the height of the column.

Assembly diagram for a picket fence.

Before installing the poles, you must bottom part treat with bitumen. This will protect the tree from rotting. A layer of sand and gravel is poured onto the bottom of the pits themselves, after which the pillars are installed evenly and they are concreted. In this case, it is better to do the work together, since the support must be strictly vertical. The corner and outer pillars are placed first, and the rest are placed between them. Each pillar is carefully placed in the prepared hole, after which it is filled with concrete mixture. For fastening, you can use temporary supports that will prevent the pillars from tilting when the concrete dries.

It takes time for the concrete to dry, usually a couple of weeks is enough, after which you can begin assembling the fence. A wooden fence must be assembled with your own hands by installing cross beams; they are fastened with nails to the posts. The nails must be driven in at a slight angle to ensure the most secure fastening.

On installed beams The pickets themselves are already nailed down. The spacing of the boards is determined only by the appearance of the fence; there are no special rules. Usually they are guided by visual appeal, the level of protection from wind, noise and dust, and from penetration into the site. To make sections more attractive, it is recommended to use a special method. First, markings are made on the crossbars, after which the boards are nailed one at a time. In this way, it is possible to achieve an even pitch of the pickets. The last step is the installation of a wicket or gate, which is mounted on the outer support pillars. They must be reinforced to support the weight of the structure.

Finishing the finished fence

When the fence is completely ready, it can be painted or varnished. The choice of finish depends on the landscape and your own preferences. But you shouldn’t forget about the decorative protective coating, since without it the tree will quickly begin to suffer negative influence external environment. It is recommended to paint the fence approximately once every 2-3 years, but it is important to do it the first time immediately after installation. If paint is not suitable, then you can use special oils for impregnation or colorless varnish, which allows you to preserve the natural texture of the wood.

When choosing a wooden fence, you must remember that only dry wood is selected, it is easy to process, but is as reliable as possible in use. The installation itself usually does not cause any problems; the work can be completed in a couple of days, not counting the drying of the concrete mortar for the pillars.

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All owners of country houses or personal plots the time comes when it is necessary to decide on one or another type of fencing of the territory. There are a lot of design options: wooden fence; metal; concrete; brick. Each fence has its own advantages and disadvantages. We will not dwell on them, but will choose the simplest and most affordable wooden picket fence for the implementation of our project.

How to make a picket fence with your own hands

Wooden fencing is quite widespread. Not least due to its advantages:

Preparation of materials

Before you begin manufacturing and subsequent installation of a wooden picket fence, you need to decide on the final design of the fence.

The final decision must be made taking into account the requirements general design plot. The appearance of the fence should echo the exterior of the house.

• A house built of red brick will initially look impressive and organic architectural ensemble, with a fence where the posts are made of the same material and the inserts are made of wooden picket fence.
• A wooden dwelling made from timber usually involves the use of a completely wooden fence.
• A building with a stone foundation based on rubble looks good with a fence having a similar foundation.

You can choose from the following options:

• completely wooden fencing;
• metal posts and logs in combination with a wooden picket fence;
• stone or brick pillars with a wooden picket fence.

Once you have decided on your preference, you can calculate accurately number of required building material. Knowing the outer perimeter of the site, we accept the distance between the pillars as 3 meters. Based on the chosen design, we calculate the need for the number of components.

Regardless of what the pillars in the structure are, the length is calculated this way. To the height of the fence we add the desired distance between the lower end of the picket fence and the ground and plus 1.3 meters on which supports will be buried. Typically, such a recess is necessary to ensure high strength of the entire structure. Preparing wooden poles for installation usually comes down to treating them with antiseptics, especially the underground part.

The total length of the logs to which the picket fence is usually attached for a wooden fence is equal to two spans between the posts. The veins may not have a rectangular profile, but a round transverse one diameter ranging from 6 to 10 centimeters.

All wooden products before installation is inevitable are subjected to planing. Treated surfaces are easier to finish with impregnation, painting, and varnishing. Metal parts are cleaned of rust and a penetrating primer is applied to the outer surface.

Fencing installation

We usually start installing a fence by laying out the location of the structure. Using a cord, we measure the dimensions of the area, marking the installation points for the pillars. Using a manual or mechanical drill, we drill holes with a diameter of about 20 centimeters to a depth of 1.3 meters.

Wooden or metal we put the poles in the holes, align the straightness along the cord. We check the level vertically. We fill the empty space between the pillars and the pit with a sand-cement mixture with the addition of crushed granite or broken red brick.

If freezing of the soil is noticed in a given area, then to avoid squeezing out the main supports during frost, pillars instead mortar, filled with small fraction rubble and compacted.

Before installation, wooden poles along the entire length of the underground part are wrapped underneath with a wide layer of roofing material with an overlap of at least 15 cm for waterproofing.

After the solution has set, make installation of veins. Rectangular or round wooden logs are attached to the posts with nails or self-tapping screws. Splicing them is done by sawing them to half the thickness. It did not hurt to position the splice seams so that they were in different places.

In the case of using metal posts and veins rigid fastening is used by welding or through special brackets with galvanized hardware. The logs are joined by welding or using metal plates using fastening bolts and cap nuts. Now the power structure of the fence is considered completely ready.

Let's move on to an equally responsible picket fence installation stage. The variety of ways to place it determines the uniqueness of the fence. Instead of the usual in-line with a constant pitch, you can use it with an increasing or decreasing gap.

Angular placement of boards will add variety to the style of the fence. The use of a carved picket fence will add individual uniqueness to the appearance of the estate. A semicircular top or bottom, alternating different sizes of boards and many completely different variations are available.

To prevent the yard from being visible, you can use staggered installation order. One board is in front of the vein, and the second, with or without a gap relative to it, is behind it. By independently adjusting the gap, they achieve a transformation of line of sight land plot and ventilation of the fence.

Attaching the picket fence to wooden joists done the old fashioned way iron nails or galvanized screws. The boards are screwed to the metal veins with self-tapping screws.

Finishing work

In order for a picket fence to last for decades, the wood must be immediately treated with antiseptic materials, and then paint or varnish. This operation will have to be done systematically. Once every 5–10 years, the board is checked for damage from fungus and mold. Damaged picket fences are replaced with new ones. The entire structure is again treated with impregnations and varnished.

Wood has long been one of the most popular materials in construction. They build from it log houses, make interior items and window frames. This list is far from complete. The material is environmentally friendly and can be used to create an atmosphere of coziness and comfort indoors.

Why choose a picket fence

Wood can also form the basis of a picket fence, which acts as one of the most common types of fencing, which is especially true in the question suburban construction. With the help of such a fence you can mark the boundaries of the site without obscuring the territory. By building a wooden picket fence with your own hands, you can give it any shape and height. The distance between the elements can also be selected individually, thanks to this the design takes on an original and attractive appearance, complementing the exterior of the suburban area.

The popularity of such fencing is explained by several parameters, including:

• versatility;
• ease of installation;
• ease of care;
• reliability.

Additional benefits

By making a wooden picket fence with your own hands, you can fit the structure into any landscape. It combines perfectly with other materials and looks organic even with products made of brick, stone, metal and concrete. Installing such a fence is quite simple; any home owner and summer resident can do such work. There is no need to resort to the help of professionals.

Caring for such a fence is quite simple. Its surface can be painted, and, if necessary, some elements that have been damaged during the season can be replaced. By making a fence from a wooden picket fence with your own hands, you can create a fairly tall structure that will reliable protection possessions. One of the main advantages of a picket fence is the ability to plant plants at its base.

Preparation of materials

In order to build a fence, you should prepare some materials, including:

• support pillars;
• fence;
• veins.

The pillars can be made of thick beams or metal pipes. As for the picket fence, it has the form of separate slats, the width of which is quite small. Pickets can be made from planed or edged boards. The transverse slats for the fence will be positioned horizontally, their length should be equal to the limit of 2 to 2.5 m.

The veins will be based on bars, the cross-section of which is 40 mm. If you decide to make a fence from a wooden picket fence with your own hands, then the material can be purchased at finished form or do it yourself. The first approach saves time. The fence can be installed on the day of purchase. However, the disadvantage may be raw low quality wood, which formed the basis of the picket fence.

If you have time, you can make a picket fence yourself, spending a few days on it. You can guarantee the result. First you need to determine the length of the fence, the pitch between the supports, the height of the structure and the size of the picket fence. If you decide to purchase lumber, then preference should be given to well-dried products. When the material is prepared independently, craftsmen usually saw down and sand the tops. made of wood from below are treated with hot pitch. This will prevent rotting and significantly extend the life of the wood.

Fencing installation

A wooden do-it-yourself one, a photo of which you can see in the article, is made on the basis of support pillars. But first, the area in the direction of the fence should be cleared of tree branches, bushes and weeds that could interfere with construction. On the site, laces are tightened and places for installing poles are marked. The distance between them should be 3 m or less. If the spans are made too long, the crossbars may sag under the weight of the picket fence.

The supports are usually installed in the ground, but if you want to make the structure more durable, you should use the technology of pouring a solution of cement and sand. Making a fence from a wooden picket fence with your own hands involves installing supports on a gravel cushion, which will prevent the posts from being squeezed out when the ground freezes. The pillars should be fixed vertically, covered with layers of soil and concrete.

The posts should be positioned as evenly as possible along the fence line. Sometimes veins are installed between them. usually carried out according to one of two methods, the first involves fastening crossbars between the supports, as well as installing a picket fence. The second technology involves assembling the spans separately, after which they are attached to the supports with blocks. Usually the pitch between the pickets is equal to the width of the boards. The cross bars are fixed on using self-tapping screws, nails or bolts. The veins are attached to the metal posts with angles for fastening the timber.

Before starting work, be sure to read the instructions. A do-it-yourself wooden picket fence is assembled only after installing the posts. In place of the pegs that are driven into the ground at the marking stage, holes should be dug. Their depth should be 50 cm or more. When installing supports, you should not trust your eye; it is better to use a plumb line or level. The bottom of the pit should be concreted. To prevent the pole from sagging, it is recommended to make temporary spacers that will hold the product until the mixture hardens.

If you are thinking about the question of how to make a fence from a wooden picket fence with your own hands, then it is important to become more familiar with the technology of assembling structures. You need to start this process only after the pillars are securely held in the concrete mixture. To do this, after pouring you need to wait about 2 days. Further work will resemble the assembly of a designer.

The fasteners are installed on the poles. The veins are fixed to the fastenings with self-tapping screws. At this stage, it is necessary to mark the places where the picket fence should be located on the veins. You should use a marker or pencil for this. This will allow you to ensure that the distance between the picket fence elements is maintained. It is better to use a screwdriver to screw the slats.

Finishing the fence

Before starting work, experts recommend familiarizing yourself with the ideas. A DIY wooden picket fence can look very original. Its appearance is largely determined decorative finishing. In addition, applying a protective layer allows you to extend the life of the structure. If we are talking about freshly planed boards, then you should not use film-forming agents, as they do not adhere well and do not last long. You need to clean the surface of the wood with medium-grain sandpaper. Applying varnish will protect the material from moisture. You can use its transparent variety or stain.

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Installing a wooden picket fence with your own hands may involve the use of supports made of different materials, among them:

• wood;
• metal;
• concrete;
• brick;
• stone.

In any case, the same distance must be maintained between the elements; finished sections will be located between the supports. For additional rigidity, the pillars can be supplemented with bases in the form of stops that will go to the side. After pouring the concrete and hardening, the resulting depression can be filled with soil.

Conclusion

Quite often lately it has been used to make a fence. metal picket fence. He has polymer coating, therefore does not require painting. But if you want to make the exterior more natural, then it is better to use wood, it final stage covered with stain and special antiseptic agents. This way it will be possible to save natural color material and eliminate the impact of negative factors on it.