A brick pillar is equally relevant for fencing a prison castle and a garden plot. The versatility of a brick is the key to love. You can find brick pillars in the fence of the royal palaces, as well as in the fences of the villagers. So, all about laying brick pillars.

What is this article about

Advantages

The method of creating artificial stone from clay, which arose at the dawn of human history, revolutionized the way of life and home improvement. Having learned about the durability and unpretentiousness of pieces of baked clay, mankind stepped into the historical era, which we can judge from the masterpieces of architecture that have survived to this day.

Modern brick - really worthy of all praise. Strong, durable, not subject to corrosion from precipitation, aesthetically attractive. To create the illusion of protection from the external evil world - the perfect material!

From brick, you can create not only "brick-rectangular", but also the most fantastic shapes that will cause envy and surprise. What is worth only from the "aged" brick, covered with artificial patina? You will immediately grow in the eyes of your neighbors to the level of the "ruling lord" of the Middle Ages!

Brick is worthy to serve as the basis of calmness and satisfied self-esteem of the owner of a piece of land for many years.

Which brick is suitable

For the construction of fence posts - any. From the cheapest to the most expensive. It all depends on the requests of the owner of the land in need of fencing.

Bricks on the market

• Ceramic;
• Silicate;
• Hyperpressed.

Silicate Facing Hollow

Within these types of material, you can choose the one you like, or drawn in the designer's project.

The best option in terms of price / quality ratio is ceramic hollow brick.

Sizes are standardized, but ... may vary depending on the manufacturer. If you are an adherent of rectangular shapes, then your choice is a standard brick. If your fantasies are above average - shaped, textured or clinker.

It all depends on the design project of the fence and the financial ability to realize the idea.

Start of construction

Decide on a design. The minimalist shape of the pillar is one and a half bricks. Economical and quick to install. Heavy forms in 2 or more bricks - for spenders or lovers of artsy forms.

Design what building material you can reinforce the masonry. There are several options.

• Hollow masonry filled with cement mortar (with filler);
• Reinforcement with reinforcement (bar 8–32 mm.);
• Steel pipe d- from 100 to 200 mm. (depending on the brick). According to GOST - length from 190 to 240 mm;
• Channel: shelf height from 80 to 200 mm.

The fulcrum of the column reinforcement is 400–500 mm below the depth of the foundation.

Tool

So that the work does not turn into torture and does not drag on for centuries, prepare the necessary tool in advance:

• Concrete mixer or trough with a volume of 25-100 liters;
• Stretcher or construction wheelbarrow;
• Angle grinder (grinder);
• Cutting discs (diamond or stone);
• Water level 10-30 meters long;
• Ideally, a laser plane builder (laser level);
• Construction plumb;
• Construction level (L - not less than 1000 mm);
• Trowels;
• spatulas;
• jointing;
• Kirochka bricklayer;
• Hammer;
• Chisel.

When laying from facade profiled bricks - a large amount of cotton rags and a bucket of water for grouting mortar streaks.

masonry

After the foundation is poured and settled - at least 30 days! You can start building.

The first stage is the waterproofing device. It is made of waterproof bituminous material: roofing felt, technonicol, monobitep, armobitep, ekarbit or their analogues with other trade names.

The layout of the first crown begins with waterproofing, without applying a solution.

In the future, laying is carried out using a level and a plumb line. (ideally - a laser builder of planes). In order for the seams between the bricks to have a perfectly even width, amateurs use templates - a steel bar or bar 10-12 mm thick.

A rare case when it is necessary to cut bricks (when installing embedded parts, arranging channels for communications) is realized using a “grinder” equipped with a “brick” or concrete disc. The cuts are knocked out with a chisel or a pickaxe.

When using shaped, textured or clinker bricks in masonry, to preserve the shape and appearance of the brick, all drops or streaks of masonry mortar are washed off with a damp rag with plenty of water.

Within 20-30 minutes, the seams are “embroidered” using a standard jointing (tool) or a template specified by the designers.

If the masonry is carried out without a supporting reinforcing element, every second row is laid with sheets of reinforcing steel mesh, cut 10-20 mm less than the perimeter of the masonry.

Ideal for masonry is the spring-summer-autumn season, when there are no frosts below 0 ° C. Otherwise, it will be necessary to add additives (antifreeze) to the masonry mortar that reduce the dew point - the temperature at which water crystallization begins.

The device of communication channels

The hollowness of the internal space of brick pillars allows you to implement various ideas for external lighting, laying signaling communications, and warning systems for invited and uninvited guests.

To do this, a cut is made in the brick, less often - a hole is drilled with a diameter of at least 3 times the diameter of the cable. The best option is to lay a steel pipe with a diameter of 25-40 mm into the brickwork at the place where the electrical wires are entered.

Never lay electrical wiring between bricks! In mortar. Brickwork is subject to shrinkage and deformation. The electrical wire under the influence of the mass of bricks and uneven pressure can be cut.

In addition, if it is necessary to replace the wiring or install additional equipment, the presence of channels will facilitate the work without violating the integrity of the poles.

Installation of mortgages and caps

If supporting brick pillars are the basis for mounting light openings made of wood or steel corrugated board, then fastening elements will be needed for their fastening. In construction, they are called "mortgages".

The best option is to weld steel elements to the supporting reinforcement. Strong and durable. But this requires a welding machine.

Brickwork is hygroscopic. That is, it easily absorbs moisture. To protect it from atmospheric precipitation, it must be protected with caps or plates made of waterproof material: ceramic, paving slabs or rolled waterproofing, which was used in the construction of the foundation.

Tin caps are an element of design creativity. The main thing is that the external overhangs have a slope of at least 10 ° and overlap the perimeter of the column by at least 100 mm.

You can install a brick fence with your own hands in the country today, having at hand a simple set of ordinary tools, materials and following simple instructions. A brick fence is considered an elite class building that has won the trust of many people since ancient times. Advantages of a brick structure: strength, reliability, long service life, resistance to adverse factors. It has also stood the test of time.

blind fence

Despite the high cost, many owners of private houses prefer to have such a fence on their site because of the excellent aesthetic appearance. At the same time, the material has increased resistance to mechanical stress and extreme weather conditions.

There are many more options for building materials from which you can build a brick fence with your own hands. All of them have their supporters, as well as advantages and disadvantages. In any case, such a structure will always look, providing full protection of the territory from illegal entry and other factors from the outside.

Calculation and selection of bricks

Today you can build a fence with brick pillars from a variety of building materials. This will depend on the cost and complexity of the work. For such a structure, three types of bricks are most often used:

• standard;
• silicate;
• facing.

Fence with forging elements

Each of these materials has its own advantages and disadvantages.

solid fencing

The next step is to determine the height and thickness of the fence. If it will be only as a decorative element on your territory, then you can make it half a brick thick. Basically, fences are erected with a thickness of 1.5 or 2 bricks, and often even 3. The height also depends on the purpose and requirements of the owners, but usually it is from 0.5 to 3.5 m.

If the fence is sectional, then the calculations for consumables and mortar are carried out first for one section and a column.

Then this figure can be multiplied by the total number of sections and pillars, respectively.

Mounting

Brick fences have been serving people for many years as a full-fledged protection fence, as well as a decorative structure. They have excellent aesthetic and consumer qualities: strength, reliability, long service life, fire resistance, frost resistance.

Scheme of the device of the tape base

In addition, they withstand heavy winds and other adverse weather conditions. However, due to the high cost of the material itself and its masonry, combined fences are often built, which are much cheaper.

Basically they are of the following types:

1. with brick pillars. Quite an attractive option for lovers of forged products with a combination of stone. Massive brick columns with different architectural forms are connected by a wrought iron lattice of various styles, depending on the preferences of the owner. Such designs usually do not completely close the area from prying eyes, which for some may be a drawback.
2. . For this design, do-it-yourself brick pillars are built for the fence. They are connected to each other with profile pipes, on which the corrugated board is mounted. Such a fence is built very simply and is much cheaper. The professional flooring can be chosen in various color scales.
3. Full brick fences. Classic fences, which can be either through. For a through type, the laying of a brick fence is carried out so that through holes appear in the structure. The laying of brick pillars here is also different. Often, wiring is made on them, on which.

Fence foundation drawing

Construction activities are carried out in stages: marking the territory, laying the foundation and the masonry process itself.

formwork

All lines and angles are built as even as possible. The distance of brick pillars for a fence with your own hands depends on the width of the fence and is mainly 3–6 m.

Foundation

The base for the fence differs from the foundation of the house in that it does not require great depth, and the reinforced frame is made with smaller diameter reinforcement. built in several stages:

1. After marking the site along the cords, a trench 20 cm deep is dug manually or with an excavator. To determine the width, you need to add the width of the brick wall to the two depths of the foundation.
2. A drainage layer is usually added to the trench, consisting of gravel and sand, which is carefully filled with water and well rammed.
3. If there are slopes on the territory, formwork should be built from boards according to the height of the structure. In this case, you should carefully monitor the position of the frame: it must be strictly vertical. The height of the plinth is usually 10-20 cm.
4. After that, the bottom of the trench is 3 cm thick with a ratio of 1:3:3 cement, crushed stone and sand, respectively.
5. In the course of concrete hardening, a metal frame is installed, consisting of reinforcement connected by wire, since welding is inappropriate here. Then the rest is poured.
6. After that, the concrete must be periodically pierced with a metal rod to remove any remaining voids. The prepared base is left for about a week to achieve maximum strength. To protect from adverse weather, it can be covered with rags. After that, the formwork is removed and the surface of the foundation is covered with waterproofing.

Finished base

Fence masonry

For the construction of a brick fence, cement mortar is used, using single-row masonry. Today, decorative masonry is very popular, when the elements are laid in a special way, resulting in diamond-shaped openings. If the fence has a large height, then use a two-row masonry.

Masonry with reinforcement

To build a beautiful functional structure, you need to strictly follow the order of masonry and make the correct dressing of the seams:

1. First, several brick rows must be laid out on the foundation. At the same time, nails are installed in the corners as an order. Next, a solution is applied to the brick row, and the excess is immediately removed. To ensure high adhesion, the material is pre-moistened with water. It is very important to monitor the correct level of masonry, constantly checking it with a stretched twine. In addition, you can build a wooden frame and move the horizontal board higher and higher as you build. You also need to ensure that the solution is laid out in the same volume, and its excess is immediately removed.

A properly built brick fence will serve for decades without any complaints, providing reliable protection against uninvited guests and weather disasters. With the construction of this solid building, you can handle it on your own. Read the provided guide and get started.

Work set

Bricks will be laid on cement mortar. You can cope with its preparation yourself: mix a portion of cement with three portions of sand and add water until a plastic viscous mass is obtained. If desired, add a plasticizer to the mixture - it will extend the life of the masonry. If the budget allows, instead of a home-made mortar, you can use a special ready-made mixture for brickwork - it's faster and more convenient.

Selection and calculation of bricks

The fence can be laid out from different types of bricks.

Each option has its own characteristics, namely:

• red brick will need to be plastered after masonry is completed. However, often red brick fences remain unplastered according to the design intent of the owners;
• facing brick allows you to imitate a variety of materials and does not need finishing;
• frost-resistant brick will allow you to get a fence of the highest quality with an extended service life.

Choose the type of brick, focusing on your preferences and budget.

It is very simple to calculate the required amount of building material, but for this you need to know the total area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe future fence. The dependence is as follows: when laying walls in 1 brick, it takes about 100 building elements to build 1 m 2 of a wall, and about 200 pieces with double laying.

Before starting construction, it is necessary to determine the desired height and thickness of the fence. If the fence is built solely for decorative purposes, it can be built in half a brick, placing the elements with a long edge along the fence. When building in a whole brick, products can be laid out with the long side across the fence.

If the fence will play a protective role, it is better to build it in 1.5-2 bricks. Choose the height of the structure yourself. It can vary over a fairly wide range - from 50 cm to 3.5 m or more.

Name	Average density, kg/m3	Porosity, %	Frost resistance grade	Strength grade	Color
Brick solid	1600-1900	9	15-50	75-300	Red
Hollow brick	1000-1450	6-8	15-50	75-300	light brown to dark red
Hollow brick "super efficient"	1100-1150	6-10	15-50	50-150	shades of red
Brick facing	1300-1450	6-14	27-75	75-250	white to brown
Brick facing glazed or engobed	1300-1450	6-14	27-75	75-250	any

To make the finished fence more stable and rigid, it is erected not in solid masonry, but in the form of pillars with piers between them. Usually the pillars are laid out in 2.5-6-meter increments, in accordance with the chosen thickness and height of the walls. Additional brick pillars must be laid out in places where gates and gates are arranged.

Decide on all of the above points and prepare a fence drawing indicating the exact dimensions of each structural element. The drawing will allow you to accurately calculate the required amount of materials and better navigate when performing masonry.

Prices for building and facing bricks

Building and facing bricks

Let's start laying out the foundation. To do this, use a tape measure, rods and rope.

We drive pegs in the corners and along the walls of the future trench in increments of up to 1 m. We pull the rope between the rods. At the same stage, we mark the places for arranging pillars, gates and gates.

We carefully align all the corners - they must be strictly straight. To check this parameter, we use a square. It is very important to correct all detected shortcomings at the markup stage, because it will be much more difficult to do this in the future.

We make the foundation

Let's start building the foundation.

First step. We dig a trench. We maintain the width 60-70 mm wider than the future masonry. We make at least 80-100 cm in depth - the masonry will weigh quite a lot, so it’s better to be safe. We level the walls and bottom of the pit.

Second step. We fill the bottom of the trench with a 10-centimeter layer of sand. Carefully tamp the pillow. The sand will act as a drainage and shock absorber during seasonal soil movements.

Third step. We install formwork. We expose the boards so that after pouring the concrete, the upper edge of the base is perfectly flat.

Fourth step. We reinforce the foundation. To do this, we connect steel bars with a wire into a grid according to the size of the foundation. We lay the finished mesh on a compacted sand cushion.

Fifth step. We fill the trench. The solution is bought or prepared from a portion of cement, 4-5 portions of gravel, 2-3 portions of sand and water. We carefully level the surface of the fill and pierce it with reinforcement in several places to remove excess air. We give the pour 3-4 weeks to set strength. The formwork can be dismantled at least 10 days after pouring. In the heat, pour concrete with water to prevent cracking.

Fence masonry

Before laying, we dip the bricks in water for about a minute. Due to this, the pores of the material will be filled with water, and it will not take moisture from the solution.

We pre-cover the frozen foundation with waterproofing material. Suitable roofing material or dense polyethylene folded several times.

To make the fence as strong and reliable as possible, we will build a single integral structure, immediately along the entire planned length. There are technologies in accordance with which the pillars are laid out to the full height first, and then the walls, but we will not consider them.

Fence Laying Sequence

The first row is the most important part of the work
Applying the device, using it as a limiter, we apply the mortar to the brick. Can be applied to laid or laid brick, it's more convenient for anyone

First step. . To do this, lay out the perimeter of the future pillar of 4 bricks, leaving free space between them. In the future, we will fill the empty space with reinforcement and fill it with concrete. First, lay out the columns to a height of 3 bricks.

Second step. We lay out the walls between the pillars to a similar height.

Third step. Associate columns with spans. To do this, we simultaneously lay pieces of reinforcement on the span and on the column. As a result, 2 steel rods should go to the piers on both sides of the pole.

Fourth step. We raise the masonry to the height of three more bricks in the same way. Reinforcing again. Further, the laying of pillars and piers can be carried out together.

We work in the same order to the desired height: we put three rows, reinforce, again three rows, again reinforcement, etc.

In order for the masonry to be not only of high quality, but also beautiful, the seams between the bricks must be the same. This is done very simply:

• additionally buy a round metal rod;
• we lay it on top of the laid out row of masonry - a rod on each long side of the brick.

Choose the diameter of the rod according to the desired thickness of the seam. It is not recommended to make seams thicker than 6 mm.

To facilitate the task, you can fix the bars along the entire length with a cement mortar. After laying out the fourth row of bricks, the lowest bar should be removed and used in the next row.

In conclusion, it remains only to protect the masonry from precipitation and melt water. We do this with the help of ebbs and caps made of sheet metal. We put caps on the posts, and fix the ebbs on the wall section. To fix the mentioned products, we use dowels.

Plastering the fence

First step. Moisturize the walls.

Second step. We apply a thickness of about 1.5 cm.

Third step. Let the applied solution dry for an hour.

Fourth step. We level the plaster with a rail with sharp edges. We leave the finish to dry for two days. Periodically wet the plaster with water so that it does not crack.

Fifth step. After two days, we moisten the plaster again with water and process it with a special grater.

is an important safety issue. Most owners try to make and install a fence on their own, or turn to the services of professionals. To make a decision, you can turn to ready-made options, borrowing ideas from designers, or bring your own project to life. There are many types of fences for different purposes. To create a successful solution and choose an individual design, a few tips and inspiring designs in the photo will help.

DIY

After deciding to build a brick fence with your own hands, it's time to go shopping for the necessary materials. Reinforcement acts as a bearing component on which a brick wall rests. To fix the bricks you need cement, sand and gravel. Depending on the size of the masonry and height, it is determined which type of brick is appropriate to use.

The construction of the fence begins with the installation of fittings and guides. Previously, the entire area must be cleared of weeds, rubble and other building materials. Fence posts are located around the perimeter at a distance of 1.5 meters. Be sure to follow the resulting parameters. The pillars must organize right angles, otherwise the fence will turn out to be crooked.

The best option for self-assembly is the use of tape base. We dig a trench and install formwork. Sand is poured, forming a special pillow. Reinforcement is mounted on top. When the base is ready, you can pour concrete into the base. The curing process depends on the materials used and the installation depth. Universal parameters 50 cm long and 25 cm wide.

When the concrete is ready, you can proceed to laying bricks. High-quality waterproofing is used between concrete and brick. It is recommended to use mastic. Universal laying method - single-level execution with a shift in half the length of the brick. It has a beautiful classic look. If desired, you can create decorative patterns yourself. There are a large number of independent options for laying a fence.

Plus metal elements: fence or forging

Lots with residential premises require a beautiful "cutting". The best option for a private house would be a brick fence. This is a solid construction that has served for many years. A brick fence is a rarity today. This is not only expensive, but also not always justified from a design point of view: such fences are heavy, monumental, hide the beautiful facade of the house. Therefore, you can often find combined fences. - looks quite respectable, and at the same time is quite reliable and relatively cheap material.

The fence looks elegant additional small inserts of multi-colored bricks. You can use several different materials in addition. To create a classic version, the pillars and parapet are lined with bricks of the same color, and the span is made of multi-colored bricks, or from another material. You can soften the structure by using inclined masonry from another brick.

Drawings and decorative patterns from multi-colored bricks will give the fence an elegant style. It is recommended to combine with forged elements, peaks. You can choose an interesting option separately. Now forged inserts of a different nature are sold on any construction market. Forging is mounted on top of the fence, or below. The fence looks original, where it is made of the same forged material as the decorative elements.

Yellow and brown brick fences

The question of using yellow or brown brick is an aesthetic privilege. The latest fashion trend is the combination of the original color scheme of the brickwork of the house and the fence. Speaking of technical characteristics, yellow or brown brick does not differ from red in anything other than color. It has high safety, reliability, long service life, fire resistance.

For practical people, it is recommended to use the one-color option, which helps to save a decent amount of money. All of the above functions are preserved. Only additional decor is lost. There are many options for masonry made of yellow and brown bricks.

The brick of dark shades looks beautiful plus light grouting.

As a small decor, the owners use forged elements on top of the main masonry. For maximum safety, it is recommended not to use forging between brick fences. In this case, the fence performs more of an aesthetic function than security. Although it has a definite plus: usually a wonderful view of the garden, the entrance group of the house opens through the bars.

Combined brick and wood fence. The yellow posts of the fence posts go well with the masonry of the facade, maintaining the unity of style.

Fences made of stone and brick

Used as a decorative element. These are natural breeds of the following type:

From clinker brick

Clinker brick is recognized as an environmentally friendly building material. In terms of strength, it is not inferior to the famous options. Each brick is made from clay pre-treated at high temperatures. It has a low rate of moisture absorption, endures external negative environmental factors. Set to a long service life.

It is organic to use clinker material with natural materials: stone or. The material is suitable for independent use. First you need to clarify the features of working with clinker bricks and master the technique of masonry. First of all, the foundation is laid from the prepared concrete mixture. Between the poured foundation and the subsequent masonry, a horizontal type of waterproofing is carried out. It is recommended to use ruberoid. It helps protect the fence from moisture, insects and pests, and other environmental influences.

At the second stage, laying begins from the bottom rows from the corner surfaces. It is recommended to use masonry mortar for fixing bricks. When using multi-colored bricks, you need to remember about the layout order. You can’t make mistakes, since it will take a lot of money to remake the fence.

From white brick

White brick is the most demanded material in the construction of any object. silicate brick- the second name. Due to its impressive performance, durability and other building parameters, it is an inexpensive option that allows you to build any object. There are many options in the design of fences:

• Classic variant. When one silicate brick is used and a single classic masonry is used without decorative elements. It is a rugged construction designed to provide the highest level of security. In some cases, sand-lime brick is coated.

• The second option provides the use of several decorative elements at once. Prices for such modifications are higher, but visually they win in relation to the classic options. Brick columns are combined with brown polycarbonate canvases. Visually, the option resembles a castle from a fairy tale.

White brick and forging

Pillars and columns

There are several types of brick columns, depending on the functional load:

Compilation on video

Photos of beautiful (and judging by the appearance - quite expensive) fences made of brick, stone, forged elements.

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

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

The main advantages of brick fences

Even before the start of construction, you need to understand that this is a very expensive pleasure that requires serious costs. Therefore, first evaluate your financial capabilities. You should not start work on the construction of a fence without having enough funds, otherwise you risk getting a long-term construction.

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

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

Types of fences

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

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

In any case, everyone decides on their own how to lay out a brick fence.

Brick classification

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

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

Depending on the application, the material is classified as:

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

It is considered an ideal material for decoration. Such material, thanks to modern technologies, has a number of advantages:

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

Used for cladding facades of buildings. Shaped - used to decorate window openings, cornices and other architectural elements.

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

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

1. high strength (especially in corpulent);
2. high level of moisture resistance (suitable for building a foundation);
3. quality and durability;
4. ecological purity (only natural materials are used for its production).

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

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

Modern technologies allow to produce brick blocks in various colors. This makes it possible to embody many design ideas and finds, to combine not only color shades, but even different colors, achieving the maximum amplification effect.

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

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

Brick for fences is selected so that it goes well with the architectural style of the house, the landscape design of the entire land plot.

For a hedge, it is better to choose a front facing block, but this is a very expensive pleasure. According to all the main characteristics, silicate is suitable for the construction of fences or support posts, in addition, it is much cheaper. Types of brick fences depend on the type of material chosen.

Construction of a fence using silicate and ceramic bricks

To emphasize the individuality of the building, you can build a fence of silicate bricks. This material does not require additional finishing, rather high-quality stitching. It tolerates the effects of low temperatures well, has an increased level of sound insulation.

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

Such a fence will have a beautiful appearance, a long period of operation and the necessary level of security. A white brick fence has always been considered decorative on the one hand, and durable on the other. White brick fences are considered to be the most budgetary.

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

The ceramic block is subdivided as:

• private;
• facing;
• special.

The ordinary block is used for the construction of the foundation, walls and other structural elements that require finishing. Special brick is used in special conditions. The refractory block belongs to this type. It is used to build stoves, fireplaces, chimneys and chimneys. Acid-resistant bricks also belong to a special type.

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

Fences made with a shaped cladding block allow you to use the most complex design projects. The greatest number of options can be applied in the construction of supporting pillars. Due to the "uneven surface" (concave or convex), as well as soft, rounded and beveled corners, it turns out to lay out very complex details.

red brick fence

Red brick is still widespread. This is the classic version. Red brick fences are ideal for any site and various landscape design.

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

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

Yellow and brown brick fences

Aesthetically attractive is a fence made of a decorative facade block in a combination of contrasting colors.

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

You can make pillars of yellow material, and lay out the sections in brown blocks or chocolate.

A fence with a fairly simple design will look no less luxurious. One and a half brick columns and half a brick spans. But due to the contrasting combination of colors, it does not look simple. Dark brown supporting posts, combined with light sections of the fence, look elegant and solid.

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

The use of clinker bricks

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

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

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

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

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

You can use this bar to create a single composition. Lay out the fence and walls of the house with the same material. This will look aesthetically pleasing, like the house and clinker fence in the photo above.

decorative brick

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

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

In addition, it can be made of concrete, gypsum or polymeric materials. The different texture of the facade block allows you to make fences with imitation of natural stone or masonry.

Fences made of torn bricks were widely used. A chipped (torn) block has a corrugated surface. The surface of the fence, lined with such material, looks like natural stone. Broken brick fence photo.

The fence, made of a split block, with spoon or poke edges, gives the impression of a fence with masonry. Such a fence made of torn bricks resembles the walls of an old castle.

The decorative bassoon block was widely used. A bassoon brick fence can be described in a nutshell - power and beauty.

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

A chipped block looks like natural stone and weighs a little less than usual (3.8 kg). The combination of an ordinary and an angular bassoon gives the structure an interesting noble look.

Calculation of the need for bricks

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

• with the help of a consultant in the store or another specialist;
• using an online calculator;
• making your own budget.

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

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

Stages of building a fence

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

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

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

It is a completely different matter to self-build. Here you are your own designer, designer and builder. The whole process of building a fence can be divided into the following stages:

1. design. This step is indispensable. First, decide how to make a brick fence, what type it will be, what material? Next, you should draw a plan and calculate the need for materials.
2. Purchase of materials. It is best to buy them in one place, preferably in a specialized store that has quality certificates. Purchase materials with a small margin.
3. Performing markup. Mark the installation sites of the extreme supports, and then draw a line of the proposed fence. Determine the location of the gate, gates, length and number of spans. Install pegs at the locations of the supports and stretch a cord between them.
4. Preparatory work. It is necessary to clear and level the area under the fence.
5. Building a foundation. Its depth and power depends on the type of structure chosen.
6. Construction of a fence. Implementation of supporting pillars and spans (sections) of the fence, with constant monitoring of the level and quality of masonry.

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

Conclusion

To decide what material to build a fence from, it is necessary to correctly determine some indicators. What type of material to choose, given all its technical characteristics. And also, what type or style of fencing do you want to see in the end.

To facilitate the choice, use the materials in this article, photo and video data. Study in detail the advantages and disadvantages of various types of bricks, possible options and combinations of different colors, types of materials, types of decor and choose the most suitable option for you.

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

Discussion: there is 1 comment

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