Wrought fences: sketches, designs and manufacturing

In conditions when the assortment of the building materials market can satisfy practically any need, it was the forged metal fences that began to be positioned as a luxury item. Individually designed sketches of wrought iron fences allow you to create truly unique enclosing structures.

And because the demand for these products in the premium segment of the market is constantly growing.

Design the least complex options

Metal fencing

general information

Forged fence is a structure of metal rods of different shapes, non-separably connected to each other.

For the manufacture of this type of fencing such materials are used:

• Iron.
• Steel based alloys.
• Ferroalloy materials.
• Cast iron of various grades.

In addition, to give the fence aesthetic appearance, various decorative coatings are applied, up to the application of a thin layer of non-ferrous metals on the surface of the substrate.

Note! When they talk about the "cast iron fence", most likely they mean a structure consisting of cast iron elements, interconnected by steel bars. This is due to the fact that the ductility even of the grades of cast iron specially designed for this purpose does not ensure the proper quality of the finished product.

Cast iron elements

Dimensions of structures manufactured by this technology can be very different. The use of modern materials allows the manufacture of fences of almost unlimited length: forging is performed in the conditions of the workshop, and the assembly of individual sections is carried out directly at the facility.

The main difficulty in manufacturing a wrought-iron fence is the combination of its elements as a whole.

For this, the following techniques are used:

• Soldering.
• Welding (blacksmith and electric).
• Flexible.
• Twisting.
• Riveting.
• Connection with overhead clips.

Note! Decorative clamps are often used in the case when it is necessary to mask the weld seam on the straight part of the rod. The most common example of such a situation is the assembly of a modular design at an object at the customer.

Types of fences

The categories of forged fences include fences of different types:

Welded construction

• The first type - functional fences. They are used exclusively as enclosing structures, and therefore the requirements for their appearance are set at the minimum. Differ in high durability, manufacturability and simplicity in production, as a result - rather low cost.
• The second type - the fence of individual design. In most cases, they are made in a single copy, and sketches for the wrought fence are necessarily approved by the customer.

Soldering and welding are used to connect forged fence elements, but the elements themselves are made manually by forging. The high price of the construction is caused by considerable laboriousness, because it is impossible to automate the process of creating such a fence.

The combination of masonry and metal elements

• The third type - intermediate options. As a rule, this type of fence is a standard fence joined by hand-made decorative elements (floral ornaments, monograms, etc.). Also found a combination of forged metal elements with a fence of stone, wood or other materials. The photos in the article show that these "hybrids" look quite organic.

As a supplement to the fences of all three types, a solid steel sheet is sometimes placed on the back side. This allows you to increase the level of reliability of the structure, and protect the internal space of the fenced area from outside views.

Manufacturing process

A fence made of metal rods is a rather complicated construction, and it is simply impossible to make it yourself without proper preparation and equipment. That is why the instructions for the manufacture of the fence mainly focuses on measurement and design development.

Individual design - there is no second such

• The first thing to do before ordering a fence is to measure the necessary sections. At this stage it is worth agreeing the size of the spans with the organization that will be engaged in manufacturing.
• The following is the development of a sketch. It should include such elements as the frame, filling (vertical or horizontal rods), as well as decorative details.
• Monograms, curls, as well as floral motifs are among the most popular decors of patterns on the fences. Very often, quite realistic lianas are made, which are then combined with living vegetation. Naturally, this work is not cheap.

Decorative details

• Based on the sketch is the selection of materials. Often, changes are made to the sketch at this stage, since the lack of the required range of rolled products or profiles can seriously raise the cost of construction.

Hand forged

The final stages - assembly and installation - should be carried out exclusively by professional blacksmith masters.

Pros and cons of handmade designs

Despite the complexity of manufacturing, forged enclosing structures are very popular.

This is due to the completely objective advantages of such hedges:

• First, the appearance of the structure, especially made on an individual project, compares favorably with the fences of all other types. The metal fence is not only decoration, but also evidence of the special status of its owner.
• Secondly, the manufacture of this fence is a long-term investment, since with proper care (by the way, very burdensome), steel or cast iron bars can stand for a hundred years or more.
• Also at the height of the functional characteristics of the fence. To break or invalidate high-strength steel, you need to try very hard.

Unique design and masterly workmanship

If we talk about the shortcomings, then the mention is, perhaps, only the high cost and complexity of manufacturing. On the other hand, if you have already “pulled” such a project, then it can be considered a legitimate reason to boast to your neighbors!

Conclusion

The various designs of forged fences shown in images and in video clips can be put into practice. The main thing is to find a skilled master, well, and to provide this enterprise from a financial point of view.