Fence blocks: types and manufacturing

Stone or brick fence is considered one of the most beautiful and reliable. It began to be used in ancient times, proving in practice its absolute superiority over other building materials for the construction of fences.

At the same time, decorative fence blocks have appeared in our time, which not only surpass stone or brick in appearance, but also have their own additional features, simplifying work and improving the quality of the entire structure.

Option of making a fence in the form of a fence made of special blocks of various colors and styles

Properties

Virtually all types of these products, while respecting production technology, have pretty good qualities.

• A typical intake unit has ideal dimensions for making fences and does not require fitting.
• It has an internal cavity, which practically does not weaken its structure, but significantly reduces the weight and consumption of materials in the manufacture.
• Thanks to special additives, you can give the final product fire resistance and moisture resistance.
• The production of such units does not require high-temperature furnaces and sophisticated processing methods.
• If necessary, the material can be given any color or texture by adding special components and dyes to the solution.
• In terms of the entire volume of construction, it turns out that the use of decorative fence units is much more economical and easier. You do not need to first build a wall of more expensive materials, and then revet it.

Tip! You should not buy cheap and low-quality blocks. It is better to choose a material with a decorative finish and special colors, which can replace the main and facing bricks. Conventional blocks must be additionally plastered or stitched.

Variety of decorative blocks of different colors

Varieties

Currently, there are a huge number of different types and models of similar blocks for fences. They differ from each other in color, size, shape of the cavity and many other parameters. However, the most realistic way is to divide them into two types, which can be made from the same mixture, but different forms for intake blocks are used for this.

The appearance of the simplest version of the construction of concrete material for the manufacture of fences

Standard view

This species is represented by a typical shape with smooth and smooth edges. At the same time, low-grade products look like gray concrete sections where you can even see air shells.

More expensive types of blocks can have different colors and special texture.

• For the manufacture using conventional concrete mixer, which make concrete mix.
• In the process of preparation, various plasticizers, fillers for texture and other modifiers are added to the solution, as required by the instructions for a specific type of production.
• Next, the composition is poured into wooden or metal forms, which are placed in a warm place to set.
• After the blocks have hardened, they must be removed and left for some time to be fully prepared.

Homemade form, made of boards and glass bottles

Usually the price of such products is not very high, because they have a small difference in size relative to each other, not very attractive appearance and not very solid structure. However, they are often used to create fences that will be lined or other types of finishes..

Tip! Choosing such a material, you should pay attention to its edges. If they crumble strongly, then such a product is not suitable even for the construction of a fence.

Typical masonry fencing with standard dimensions

Blocks with decorative elements

Having decided to build a beautiful fence with your own hands, you should immediately limit your choice to only high-quality and reliable material. So you can save a lot of money and nerves during installation.

Blocks with decorative surfaces have standard sizes and profiles.

However, as can be seen in the photo, the density of such products is much higher, and one or two sides are stylized as a wild stone or another facing surface.

Special form for the manufacture of blocks, made of plastic on a metal frame

• Make a solution for such materials from reinforced brands of cement with a large addition of plasticizers. At the same time, the dye and various components are put into the mixture to create the texture.
• After the solution is prepared, it must be poured into silicone or plastic molds and put the containers on a vibrating table. From the proposed video it is clear that the drawing of all lines and elements on the material is very clear. This is achieved by adding a plasticizer and shaking the vibrating table, which removes excess air bubbles and increases the density of the substance.
• The mixture is then allowed to solidify and the finished part is removed from the mold.

Tip! In the manufacture of materials of this type is best to use composite forms of plastic. They are much more practical and better convey the contours of the surface of the product.

Hollow decorative elements of masonry fencing, made with the use of additives and dyes, allowing to get the effect of marble chips

Conclusion

Thus, decorative fence units can freely replace stone or brick in the manufacture of fences, and without requiring subsequent lining. Concrete blocks for the fence are strong enough, reliable and have a great appearance, which allows you to combine all kinds of colors and even the appearance of the relief.