Original fences: ideas and unusual materials

Original fence

The fence at the dacha performs several functions at once: it separates the territory from the neighboring sites, blocks it from prying eyes and protects it from foreign penetration. But, he also plays the last decorative role, because the guests are the first who pay attention to the beautiful fence and gate. You can build an original fence with your own hands, using the most unexpected materials and unusual ideas.

What can we build a fence from?

Traditional materials for the construction of fences and various fences are wood or metal. Brick and stone fences are the most durable and prestigious, but they are expensive. In addition, building them with your own hands is not at all easy, so many prefer materials that are easier to process.

Types of wood fences

Wood is a classic and very cheap material, which, nevertheless, cannot be called the most durable. It is quite susceptible to rotting and the damaging effects of sunlight, so these fences often have to be replaced or repaired. However, it also allows you to create various design solutions using national or historical motifs.

Examples of original wooden fences:

• The wicker fence of the branches, which is also called the fence (in Ukraine - tyn) - is a beautiful, but fragile, rustic-style option. It is woven from young flexible branches of a vine, willow or hazel.

One of the many varieties of wattle

Tip! To make the fence look more neat, the bark is removed from them, while it is better to start weaving shortly after cutting the branches so that they do not lose flexibility.

The video will show the easiest and easiest way to weave a fence from branches:

• The bamboo fence is a fairly strong structure that will become both protection and decoration of your site. Stems are difficult to cut or break, they are water-repellent and are not afraid of decay. The simplest type of bamboo fencing is a few trunks fastened together with galvanized wire. Another option - the finished bamboo panels, characterized by increased strength. They are attached to pre-set posts. The third type is a bamboo roll fence, which is more flexible and easy to install;

Simple bamboo fence

• A fence of poles. An example you can see in the photo below. This option is also called the "ranch", as once the fences of this type used in the construction of pens. The poles are attached to sturdy pillars with nails or wires, and the entire structure is carefully painted to protect against corrosion;

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Tip! Before use, the poles are impregnated with compounds that protect against rotting and microorganisms in order to prolong their service life.

• The traditional paling is a fence made of semi-circular or round stakes, pointed at the top. To keep the picket fence even, the stakes are fastened together with horizontal bars. Such a fence can be used not only to separate the territory, but also to enclose flower beds or divide the site into several zones.

Picket fence in the classic version

Types of metal fences

Metal is noticeably harder to process, but it provides a much greater durability of the fence. It is also possible to make various types of fences, which differ in both practical and decorative properties.

The most popular types of metal fences:

• A fence made of corrugated board - a common, but not the most original version. Decking does not have special decorative properties, so it is often combined with a variety of materials: brick or stone base, columns of concrete, etc. The advantage of such a fence is that it reliably covers the area from other people's views, and its height is such that not so easy;

Fence of the profiled sheet with brick pillars

• A much more original version is the French fence made of wrought iron grilles. Such fences are called transparent, since they leave a sufficiently large distance between the galvanized rods with polymer coating. Openwork design does not allow to isolate the territory, but at the same time the fence protects well from penetration. Standard height is close to three meters, reliable fastenings are resistant to shocks. This simple, reliable and beautiful solution has become especially prevalent in Europe;

French fence

• Aluminum fence. Along with galvanized iron, aluminum is also used as a fencing material. It is environmentally friendly, inexpensive and perfectly treatable. Since this is a fairly light metal, it does not require powerful supports, which enhances the decorative properties of the fence. Dozens of various grids are made of aluminum that can decorate any part. Patterns can be made in the medieval or Gothic style, openwork weaves create real metal masterpieces.

Aluminum grille fence

Other materials for the manufacture of fences

The ideas of fences are by no means limited to wood and metal. Sometimes more original materials are used that will reliably protect the site and attract the attention of others. After all, the goal of the fence is not only to separate the border of the possessions of one owner, but also to show the plot from the best side.

An example of such an original idea is a glass fence that appeared recently in our country. Tempered clear glass, equipped with a reservation film, creates no less protection than the most durable metal, but allows not to close the area from the outside world. Street fencing may be opaque or fitted with a mirrored surface.

Clear glass fencing

Glass fences are used not only for country houses, but also for large shopping centers, public and commercial buildings. They look very unusual, emphasize the desire of the building owner to use modern technologies and perfectly decorate the house, built in the style of high-tech.

Another option, cheaper, but no less reliable - fences from the French. French stone is called hollow concrete blocks with tremendous strength and neat even forms that facilitate laying. The price for it is much lower than for natural stone or brick, and the result is no worse. It does not require any decorative processing, it looks reliable and solid.

French stone fence

The original fence with minimal cost

Ideas for the fence can be endless, and it is often difficult to choose the most inexpensive and at the same time interesting option. It is not necessary to use expensive materials, it is enough just to apply a little work and imagination to transform a simple picket fence or a picket fence. It will require a minimum of costs, and the result will please you. Examples of such "folk art" you can see in the photos.

Colored shtaketnik

Original wooden fence

A hedge looks very interesting, because lush and healthy greens always decorate the site. Sea buckthorn, wild rose, branched roses grow quickly, do not require particularly labor-intensive care and at the same time perfectly protect the area thanks to the thorns on the branches.

Important! In order for such a fence to have a neat appearance, it is necessary to regularly trim the dried branches, water the plants and follow the schedule for fertilizer application.

Hedge

Conclusion

Creating an original and unusual fence is not as difficult as it may seem at first glance. Even with the most limited financial possibilities and the absence of expensive materials, you can create a simple but spectacular fence that will protect the site from outsiders and emphasize your taste and imagination.