Concrete caps on fence posts: protection and aesthetic

The fence has certain functions: first of all it is the fencing of the territory and its protection. However, one should not forget about the aesthetic side of the fences, which are elements of a general form, and therefore should have a complete look.

Caps of concrete are designed to protect the fence fence from the negative impact of the environment

For this purpose, there are additional intake components - this is:

• pillars;
• ebb;
• caps, which we will discuss in more detail in this article.

You should know! Caps on concrete fence posts protect the pillars from the negative effects of the environment: primarily from precipitation, which cause the greatest damage to fences, quickly destroying them. In addition, they give an aesthetically complete look to the fences.

Selection of concrete caps

Selecting suitable items for the fence is not so difficult, because their range is quite extensive. For the arrangement of the fences, you can also select the profile bricks, visors, covers.

To ensure that the overall style is not broken, you can choose the right ones:

• the size;
• Colour;
• cap form and other intake elements.

The structure of concrete caps

Concrete cap on the fence column consists of two parts - the top and bottom, each of which performs its specific function

• The top, being a decorative element, also acts as a kind of umbrella (the overhangs protrude at a certain distance on all four sides), because moisture does not fall on the intake pillar, draining to the ebb. This is especially true in the winter period: freezing, moisture expands, and when it thaws - on the contrary, destroying the structure of the column.
• The lower part is used as an attachment. It is quite easy to install concrete (caps) covers on the fence posts with your own hands.

Types of concrete caps

There are two types of fence covers:

1. The classic version is the color of concrete. Buying covers (caps) on the fence, you have the opportunity to further paint them with exterior paint of the required color.
2. Option Two - This is a concrete caps on the fence with the addition of pigment. Similar products are made according to a well-known principle: during the mixing of concrete, a certain pigment is added, which gives color to the future cap.

Its advantage lies in the fact that the color is evenly distributed even during production - it does not fade and is not washed off by rain for the entire period of use.

Red pigment - shagreen surface

Grad's Products

Concrete cap for fence posts:

• dimensions: 390 x 390 x 55 mm - shagreen surface type;
• weighing 16 kg 1 pc.

Grada manufactures concrete covers for pillars on the latest equipment, using the vibratory casting technology of the highest quality concrete, to which plasticizer is added. This prevents the development of cracks and internal material defects.

In this photo a classic version of the color of concrete, the company "Grada"

Coverings for fence posts are painted with “Caparol” paint for exterior work. Such products have a bright color and are more protected from atmospheric phenomena. This method allows you to more accurately select the desired color of the cap.

You can buy caps on the fence gray (natural) color or these colors:

• brown;
• red;
• bassoon;
• green.

Tip! To order, you can paint the products with another color you need: when you call to the company, terms and quantities are specified.

In addition, it is possible to make covers with the addition of various pigments. If desired, you can order these standard colors (for shades of paving slabs):

• olive;
• red;
• Orange;
• brown;
• graphite.

Concrete intake cap 390 x 390 x 55 mm with the addition of olive pigment

Covers and parapets of Grada do not have a particularly low price because only the best raw materials are used. Our caps on fence posts made of concrete have the highest strength due to the content of plasticizer and rubble in the concrete mix. Such products never fade and crack.

Pigments are not subject to fading, and "Caparol" today is one of the highest quality of the exterior paints. Construction is a very responsible and difficult process, so it is better to make a high-quality fence one day than to redo it every year.

Aesthetic completeness and reliable protection of fence posts

• Similar products - caps of 490 x 490 x 60 mm in size - for more overall columns;
• The weight of such a product is 18 kg - 1 pc.:
• Price - slightly higher.

Парапеты

Tip! When you order caps, do not forget about parapets. All products can be painted in one color or they can be made using one of the pigments.

Parapets - an indispensable addition to the protective attributes of fences

Baskets "Medusa"

The most popular and common form of pillar covers is “Medusa”

"Jellyfish" have the same quality and technical characteristics, as well as color parameters, as the previous models, however, have more artistic outlines. Included can also be ordered parapets.

Parameters "Medusa":

• dimensions: 450 x 450 x 100 mm;
• weight - 24 kg - 1 piece;
• the cost, according to weight and artistic component, is somewhat higher.

Conclusion

On our portal you can find extensive information on the material on the subject of fences and covers for them that exist in modern construction, and detailed instructions from professionals will be a good help to you. In the presented video in this article you will find additional information on this topic.