Concrete fences: properties and types of structures

Not so long ago, concrete fences were bulky, ugly structures. But now everything is different. And modern concrete fences delight the eye with its beauty.

The exception to this rule does not even constitute a concrete fence for parking.

Modern concrete fencing

If in the past concrete structures were installed only in manufacturing plants and warehouses, now everything is different. Now decorated concrete fences are widely adopted.

Due to the variety of models, they are able to satisfy even the most unusual tastes. And not only the form can be different.

These fences can be painted in any color. Using different shades can be achieved quite interesting combinations.

Original color combination

It is possible to install such fences not only around the house. Small concrete fence posts along with suitable fence links will perfectly decorate the lawn or flower bed. To see such designs is often possible near shopping and office buildings.

Main properties and features of concrete fences

Specifications

Let's select the main properties of such fences:

• Strength - speaking of such products, this word comes to mind first. And this is no accident, because concrete is one of the most durable materials. Therefore, it is used at various production facilities;
• Availability - This is a relatively inexpensive type of fence. This is not surprising, since their links are made on a conveyor belt. Due to such mass production and low cost of materials, the price of these structures is low;
• Variety of patterns - the production technology allows to make fences of the most various style. This is done quite simply. Liquid concrete is poured into special, pre-prepared forms. As a result, you can get both volumetric and semi-volume modules for the fence;

The pattern may be the most unusual.

• Easy installation - such constructions are assembled quite simply.

Tip! To make concrete fences look beautiful, you need to paint them, using several colors. The most important thing is that the shades used are harmoniously combined with each other.

For example, the leaves in the pattern painted in green. And the grapes, respectively, in purple. This will make our pattern lively and attractive.

On a note! When painting it is necessary to use front paint. It is most resistant to precipitation and fading.

Features of operation

Concrete fences are, of course, durable. Provided, of course, that high-quality material was used for their manufacture. Equally important is compliance with the installation technology.

It may take 10 or even 15 years before this material begins to crumble. But it will inevitably happen. The most important thing in this case is to prevent further development of this process.

It is necessary in time to restore with your own hands those areas that have begun to collapse. This will extend the life of the building even for many years.

Types of concrete fences

All concrete fences can be divided into two large groups. These are undecorated and decorated fences.

Undecorated structures

They have a simple design and high structural strength. Used in the following cases:

• Construction of fences of specially protected objects. Such fences are built around factories, warehouses, military bases, prisons, etc;

In the photo - the classic version of the fence for a regime object

• Creating temporary fences. For example, it can be various construction sites. However, the installation of such temporary structures is not always profitable. Sometimes a more reasonable option is to rent a fence for construction sites;
• Also, these products can be used for transport infrastructure. This may be, for example, concrete bollards for fencing areas where parking of vehicles is prohibited. Sometimes they are the only means that can solve the problem of parking in the wrong places.

Decorated items

Became widespread in recent years. They are much prettier than their counterparts of the first kind. But sometimes beauty comes at the expense of durability.

Semi-volume embossed designs are often too thin in some places. Because of this, these parts of them are quite fragile.

A large number of holes reduces the strength of the upper part of the fence.

But even so, concrete decorative fences can still last for quite a while. Of course, provided proper installation and the absence of mechanical effects on them.

These products are most often used in the following cases:

• construction of fences around private houses;
• construction of fences for various state and municipal institutions: schools, hospitals and kindergartens;
• lawn decoration and protection.

Materials used

When creating concrete fences used two main brands of concrete. This is the B-15, aka M-200. Or B-20, aka M-250.

For example, when erecting a concrete fence for a square, more durable marks may be required. Concrete with B-22.5 (M-300) marking may be involved in their role.

In the manufacturing process, manufacturers use plasticizers. These are specific additives that allow the material to harden faster.

They make it less porous. Due to this, the surface of the material is more dense.

Plasticizers make the surface of this material denser

To give greater resistance to deformation used reinforcing wire. Depending on the specific case, it can be from 4 to 8 mm thick.

Conclusion

It is possible to use protections from this material practically anywhere. Except, perhaps the yard playing areas. There would be more appropriate plastic nets for fencing sports fields.

Concrete fences are a modern, practical and beautiful type of fences. They are able to serve for a very long time. But only if they are manufactured in high quality and the installation instructions were followed during their installation.

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