Do-it-yourself euro picket fence. Step-by-step instructions with photos. Picket fence - main types, characteristics and installation features (110 photos) Metal picket fence

Do-it-yourself euro picket fence. Step-by-step instructions with photos. Picket fence - main types, characteristics and installation features (110 photos) Metal picket fence
Do-it-yourself euro picket fence. Step-by-step instructions with photos. Picket fence - main types, characteristics and installation features (110 photos) Metal picket fence
04.11.2019

A metal picket fence is a modern alternative to its wooden counterpart. Material – galvanized steel sheets. A fence made from it can last up to 50 years.

Fence from metal picket fence– this is great protective structure and at the same time beautiful.

The installation of such a fence is in many ways similar to a wooden one and does not cause difficulties, and various ways fastening the planks allows you to build a unique-looking canvas.

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To get the strips, steel sheets rolls them with a special press, giving them relief. After this, strips of the same width and length are cut. The workpieces are coated with a protective polymer layer, paint.

The material is called “Euro picket fence” because it is produced on European equipment in compliance with European standards.

The planks vary in shape, profile, coating, and metal thickness. Let's look at the features of each type separately.

By shape

They have a flat or figured top. The latter produces unusual beautiful fences. In addition, the edges of the planks are rolled (bent) or not.


Photo: wood-like metal picket fence.

When choosing a picket fence for a fence, it is better to give preference to rolled edges, since you cannot cut yourself on them, which simplifies installation. But such planks cost an order of magnitude more than those with raw edges.

By profile

  1. U-shaped (rectangular). Has longitudinal profiling. The number of ribs or grooves may vary depending on the manufacturer. For a fence, a rectangular profile is considered sufficiently rigid if it has at least 3 stiffening ribs and the edges are rolled.
  2. M-shaped. The shape is longitudinally profiled in the center. The most durable profile option. The reason for this is a large number of ribs Often produced with this particular profile, rounded top and wide rolled edges.
  3. Semicircular. Due to the complexity of production, it is expensive. The rigidity is sufficient, but additional grooves can be formed to increase it.

Photo: U-shaped and M-shaped picket fence.

The more stiffening ribs a metal profile strip has, the more resistant the material is to bending along its length.

Modernized versions of the picket fence have 6, 12, 16 ribs.

The standard height of the strips is from 0.5 to 3 m, width – 8–12 cm.

If you decide to install a double-sided checkerboard fence, where there are practically no gaps, then it is recommended to take material with an M-shaped profile and rolled edges.

By metal thickness

It happens from 0.4 to 1.5 mm. With increasing steel thickness, the cost of the structure and its service life increase.

For a metal picket fence optimal thickness metal - 0.5 mm for a length of up to 2 m.

By coverage

The canvas has a protective zinc layer, but is also subject to painting, which can be:

  1. Polymer. Reliable coating. Made in production conditions at special equipment. If the technology is followed, such material can withstand any mechanical loads and temperature changes. Even if damaged, the surface does not rust and lasts a long time. Depending on the manufacturer, the warranty on the polymer coating ranges from 10 to 20 years. Large selection of shades.
  2. Poroshkov. This type of picket fence is cheaper, but the quality of the coating is lower. Of course, subject to compliance step-by-step technology it can last up to 10 years. But many manufacturers often neglect this and apply powder paint on top of metal that is not protected from corrosion. As a result, at the slightest scratch the surface begins to rust.

Unfortunately, when purchasing external signs it is impossible to determine quality powder coating, so it’s better not to pay twice and immediately buy a picket fence with a polymer layer of protection.

In addition, you can paint the planks yourself. To do this you will need roof paint and a spray gun.

If you want a fence with a unique picture and texture, you will have to buy factory material.


Photo: powder coating is used as a protective material

A metal picket fence imitating wood is gaining popularity. Available shades:

  • nut;
  • cherries;
  • bog oak;
  • aspen;
  • cedar and others.

A good coating allows you to recognize metal only at close range.

Pros and cons of such a fence

Advantages:

  1. Long service life. The average service life of products exceeds 20 years.
  2. Resistance to moisture, temperature changes, corrosion.
  3. Does not require maintenance. Dirt is washed off the surface with water pressure from a hose.
  4. Factory metal picket fence does not need painting.
  5. Large selection of colors that do not fade in the sun.
  6. Beautiful appearance.
  7. Durability, resistance to mechanical damage.
  8. The price is lower than similar wooden planks.
  9. Does not require pre-treatment, trimming, sanding.
  10. Unlike corrugated sheeting, it provides good air exchange and allows light to enter the area.
  11. Does not require repair.

Flaws:

  1. Before you start fastening the picket fence, you need to accurately calculate the step with which it will be mounted. The slightest mistake will ruin the appearance of the fence.
  2. When purchasing material with unrolled edges, there is a high risk of injury during installation and during use.

To build the fence, it is better to hire an assistant, this way you will significantly reduce installation time.

Methods for fixing pickets

If the design is needed for reliable protection house and will be located on the street side of the site, we recommend that you take into account that:

  1. To install a blank canvas and completely close the estate from prying eyes, you should buy pickets more than 1.8 m long, placing them from the ground at a distance of 3–5 cm.
  2. If visibility of the area is not important to you, then it is enough to purchase planks 1.5 or 1.25 m long and secure them with gaps.

Now let's look at what methods of fixing a picket fence are used more often.

Vertical

A generally accepted option for installing planks. No need to know to build special instructions and attach additional transverse joists to increase structural rigidity.

Each strip is fixed in vertical position to the joists with self-tapping screws or rivets. This can be done with gaps in one row or you can design a blank canvas in the form of a checkerboard fence.

Horizontal

Not as popular as the previous type, but if you follow the instructions, the fence will be no less attractive.

Installation of pickets horizontally much more difficult. It will be necessary to attach additional pillars, which often need to be non-standard shape. If this is not done, the planks will begin to sag, which will lead to deformation of the entire structure.

And an increase in the amount of materials for construction means an increase in the total cost of the fence.

Checkerboard

Another name is double-row. The planks are mounted to the transverse joists on both sides so that they overlap each other by at least 1 cm. To do this, the step between the stripes is made slightly smaller than their width. The fence turns out to be almost continuous and what is happening on the site is visible only from a certain angle.

For a completely blank canvas, it is necessary that the pickets overlap each other by half.

The disadvantage of the checkerboard is the consumption of material by 1 linear meter increases by 50%.

In one row

An economical option for fastening picket fences, since the strips of material are fixed in one layer. Often gaps up to ⅔ of their width are left between the slats, but this is not critical. The step between the elements may be greater, or they may be attached closely.

Disadvantage: due to the gaps, the area remains completely visible.

Interesting design options for the top of structures

Most often found:


Less common is the design of the top line like a pyramid or wings.

The unusual spans will be complemented by a stone or brick base.

Calculation of the amount of material for the fence

It is carried out at the design stage of the structure. The future structure is schematically depicted on paper. The total length, quantity is determined support pillars, cross beams.

You need to calculate how much picket fence you will need after you have determined the height of the fence and the size of the installation step.

The volume of fasteners also depends on the amount of material. When fixing with self-tapping screws, 1 strip requires at least 2, and preferably 4, self-tapping screws.

Stages of installing a metal picket fence with your own hands

Let's consider the procedure for assembling a fence with posts made of profile pipes on strip foundation. We will need:

  • welding machine with protective mask, electrodes;
  • galvanized self-tapping screws (ordinary iron ones will quickly rust);
  • bayonet shovel;
  • profiled pipes for poles measuring 60*60 cm;
  • pipes for horizontal logs – 2*4 cm;
  • roulette;
  • plumb line;
  • boards for formwork;
  • cement, crushed stone, sand;
  • concrete mixer or construction mixer;
  • cord;
  • screwdriver;
  • screwdriver.

The entire amount of work can be done alone, but it is much easier to cope with the process together, so if possible, find an assistant.

Foundation

Upon completion preparatory stage you can start marking. It is performed using wooden pegs and rope. The pegs are driven into the ground at the locations of the supports, and a rope is stretched between them.

The foundation for such a fence is not only strip. But this type is more reliable, more durable and suitable for massive structures.

Installation of poles

If you have chosen metal supports, remember what they need protective treatment from corrosion, and to make them more beautiful, before installation it is recommended to paint them to match the picket fence.

Attaching the log

Square or square pipes are used as transverse joists. rectangular section and welded to the posts.

Supports with ready-made holes for joists are available for sale. Then the fastening is done with bolts.


Photo: welding logs to metal poles

For fences up to 1.5 m high, two joists are enough. At higher heights, it is better to increase the number to three pieces. In this case, the fence will cope well with any wind loads.

The top of the pillars and the edges of the joists are protected with plugs, possibly plastic ones. This way, moisture will not get inside the pipes.

Installation of metal picket fence

There are 2 options for fixing the slats:

  1. Self-tapping screws. You should only take galvanized ones, otherwise regular ones will start to rust after the first rain. Each plank is fastened with self-tapping screws to horizontal joists on both edges. If there are two lags, then 4 screws are enough for 1 plank. When there are 3 of them, you need 6 screws. The number of fastening elements may be less, but in this case the fence will be easy to disassemble. The advantage of self-tapping screws is the speed of assembly. The disadvantage is that they are easily unscrewed, which makes it easier for intruders to enter the site.
  2. With rivets. The installation principle and number of parts are similar to the previous type, but take longer. In this case, it will be possible to dismantle the fence only with inside plot, and outer part the structure remains fully protected.

Regardless of the chosen type, all fastening elements are matched to the color of the picket fence.

For a transparent fence, the slats are fixed at a distance of up to 5 cm; for a solid fence, they must overlap each other by at least 30%.

Popular manufacturers

Below are 4 metal picket manufacturing companies whose products are most often purchased.

Grand Line

The company is popular both in the Russian and European markets. Produces various products from metal profiles and PVC:

  • corrugated sheeting;
  • metal tiles;
  • siding;
  • fence;
  • soffits;
  • drainage systems;
  • facade panels;
  • standing seam, composite roofing.

All products are certified.

TPK Center Metalroofing

Produces and sells construction materials.

The Euro picket fence is made of steel 0.5 mm thick. The edges are rolled. Phytoresistant (does not fade in the sun), does not rust. Each plank is wrapped in film. The service life of the products reaches 50 years.

All goods are certified.

EugeneST

The group of companies makes and implements:

  • metal tiles;
  • thin sheet steel with polymer coating;
  • corrugated sheeting;
  • metal siding.

EugeneST LLC produces metal picket fences under its own brand “Barrera”.

Kronex

The production association has a head office in Belarus and many divisions in nearby CIS countries. Has been producing for over 15 years building materials, including a metal picket fence. All products are sold under the Kronex brand.

By creating a fence from metal picket fence, you get a beautiful durable design, which does not require maintenance and perfectly protects the area.

A fence made of metal picket fence (euro picket fence) is modern version, the usual wooden fencing made of metal painted with polyester in various colors, including wood imitation (Printek-Printek). Affordable price and a beautiful and aesthetic appearance is only a small part of its advantages. Any architectural style compatible with Euro picket fence. The main difference from other fences is that the fenced area is ventilated, partially visible, and most importantly, Sun rays gently fall on the vegetation near the fence, and temperature changes do not affect its service life.

The highest quality metal picket fence on our market is the Unix Premium Euro picket fence.

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Our new metal picket fence calculator

    • Distinctive features of the Unix Premium metal picket fence are:
    • galvanized metal 275 mg/m2
    • picket fence thickness 0.5mm
    • picket width 118mm
    • rounded edge
    • 16 stiffeners
    • rolled edges
    • polyester coating 25 microns (microns) one-sided (RAL 1015, 1014, 3011, 3005, 5005, 6005, 8017, 9003)
    • polyester coating 25 microns, double-sided (RAL 3005, 6005, 8017, 8019-Z, 7024-Z). This picket fence covering is recommended for staggered installation.
    • various other coatings (Printek - double-sided Printek coating with imitation wood pattern, powder coating, matte, structured, gloss, hammer effect - copper, gold, silver, etc.).

The guaranteed service life of the Unix picket fence is at least 10 years.


Unix picket fence colors and finishes

Under the tree "Printek"

Price of metal picket fences Euro picket / Fence height 1.0m 1.5m 1.8m
2.0m Unix Premium one-sided 70r 105r 126r
140r Unix Premium two-sided 76r 114r 137 rub.
152r Unix Premium structural, matte (2 colors) 100r 150r 180rub
200rub Unix Premium powder “Gloss” 110r 165r 198rub
220r Unix Premium powder “Matte” 150r 120r 216 rub.
Unix Printek (wood, gold and antique oak) 130r 195 rub. 234rub 260rub
Unix Premium Antique (copper, gold, silver) 190rub 285r 342r 380r
Euro picket fence Grand House “C” shaped 75r 113r 135r 100r
Euro picket fence "M" shaped Unix Premium one-sided 70r 105r 126r
Euro picket fence "U" shaped Unix Premium one-sided 70r 105r 126r
Metal frame (pillars 60x60 and 2 logs 40x20) for 1m/p 350rub
Self-tapping screws in color for 1 piece from 4r
Plugs for poles (plastic) for 1 piece from 30r
Fence installation in 1m/p from 350r

On average, the price of a turnkey metal picket fence with installation is ~1,900 rubles per linear meter. Minimum order from 100,000 rubles.

Aesthetic appearance

The frequent choice of such a fence is determined by the fact that modern designers have developed unique models that resemble wooden ones in their qualities: environmentally friendly, visually beautiful and breathable. A big choice colors will allow you to create a pleasant environment around your home, where every detail fits together. Advantages of fences made of Euro picket fences

  1. Long service life. This fence will last at least 20 years, as it is not exposed to external environment. Unlike wooden fencing, you will not have to completely replace the fence if damaged. The fence is covered with a protective polymer that retains the brightness of the color for many years.
  2. Value for money. It is reasonable to choose this type of fence, since it will last you longer than a wooden one, while maintaining all its properties. You can calculate and discuss the price with a consultant on the website.
  3. Transparency and airflow do not interfere with each other. So, the area that the fence encloses must be blown through, drying the soil. Sunlight is also necessary for the growth of flowers and other plants. A metal fence is not a hindrance to this.

Photos of UNIX metal picket fences




Scope of application of the picket fence

  • Metal picket fences are installed on dacha areas, in private houses outside the city, in any protected areas.
  • Recreation centers or camps for children are also often surrounded by modern and beautiful metal fences, which in the best possible way combine quality and aesthetics.
  • Fencing plots of land, sports grounds, for the territorial allocation of schools and kindergartens.
  • Excellent for industrial and commercial areas for fencing areas.

Of course, this is only a small part of the possible uses of a picket fence, since everything is limited by the user’s imagination.

Photos of our European picket fences


Installation of a metal picket fence

  • Installation of pillars. You choose for yourself brick pillars install or on metal ones. Pillars from profile pipe 60x60mm, driven in to a depth of 1.2 -1.5 m. The pillars are compacted either by butting (butting), or by backfilling with sand and crushed stone, or by concreting.
  • Crossbars for welding from professional pipe 40x20mm are installed in quantities from two to three or four at the request of the customer and depending on the height of the picket fence.
  • The pickets are attached to the crossbars using screws or rivets.
  • All parts of the fence frame are coated with additional anti-corrosion enamels or primers for strength.
  • Plastic or steel plugs are placed on the posts. Otherwise, excess moisture getting inside the column may turn into ice (if negative temperatures) and subsequently break it.

When you decide to install a fence, you can determine for yourself whether the pickets will be on one side of the fence or on both. It is worth considering the fact that if you install picket fences in a checkerboard pattern, you can safely count on the fact that everything behind the fence will be hidden from prying eyes. When placing pickets in a single row, it is recommended to leave 20 to 60 mm between them. And when installed in a checkerboard pattern, the distance between the pickets can be from 40 to 80mm.

Since every client wants his fence and color scheme to be unique, we offer you the opportunity to choose one of the colors presented in the catalog according to the RAL table. All this can be discussed with a consultant. The lead time for painting in Rahl color to order is only 7-10 days. What colors we paint in: RAL 1014, 1015, 1018, 2004, 3005, 3011, 5002, 5005, 5021, 6002, 6005, 7004, 7005, 8017, 9003, 9005.

RAL table

Fence made of metal picket fence (Euro picket fence)- one of the most popular types of fencing for a cottage, private house or cottage. Outwardly it is a symbiosis of the classic wooden fence and a modern European metal fence. It has various options installation of pickets and coloring, which allows you to add individuality and beauty to your fence.

Price of a metal picket fence with installation

The ZABORIA company provides turnkey installation services for metal picket fences. We offer A complex approach from project development to finished fencing. High-quality installation, huge selection beautiful options fences, guarantee up to 3 years and minimum prices from 1050 rub. p/m. All products and technologies of the Zaboria company are patented and comply with state quality standards GOST.
Below are some examples ready-made fences.

We offer special minimum possible prices for metal picket fences with installation under keys in Moscow and the Moscow region - Economy option. The price already includes: materials and installation. Delivery of materials to the site is calculated separately.

Installation of a metal picket fence with customer materials from 320 rub. p/m.

Complete set and installation

EQUIPMENT

Pillars- profiled pipe (50x50 mm, 60x60 mm, 80x80 mm), thickness 2 mm.
Lags- profiled pipe (40x20 mm, 40x25 mm), thickness 1.5-2 mm.
The available width of the Euro picket fence is from 70 mm. up to 118 mm. Max Height 2.5 m. Possible coating: without painting (galvanized), regular paint, polymer coating (powder).

INSTALLATION

  • The pillars are driven in to a depth of 1.2 m. They are compacted with soil, filled with crushed stone and sand, or concreted as desired. The distance between the pillars is 2.5 m.
  • The logs are welded to the posts. For fences up to 2m high. two horizontal logs are attached per span, more than 2 meters, 3 or more logs.
  • The picket fence is attached to the joists with RAL screws of the same color. The distance between the plates is at the customer's choice.
  • Caps are installed on top of the pillars.

The installation time for a European picket fence is about 30 - 40 p/m, per one working day.
When ordering fencing from our company, delivery by our transport is required, the cost starts from 25 rubles/km.
We will individually develop a fencing project specifically tailored to your requirements.

Additional options

Name price, rub. Unit
Primer "GF-21", color: gray, red-brown 12 p/m
Painting (color RAL6005, 8017,9002,7000) 44 p/m
Painting (silver color) 57 p/m
Powder coating RAL - 8017, 6005, 7040 58 p/m
Powder coated RAL - custom 69 p/m
Galvanized screw pile. 76x108x1500 mm. 2200 PC.
Monolithic strip foundation 250x400 mm. 2300 p/m
Brick pillars 2000x380x380 mm. 10 500 PC.
Brickwork 215x240 mm. 1 520 p/m
Wicket (Pillars 80x80 mm., Frame 40x20 mm.) from 2 756 PC.
Gate (Pillars 80x80 mm., Frame 40x20 mm.) from 4 138 PC.

Metal picket fence to choose from

To maintain the stated High Quality our products, for the construction of metal picket fences we use plates only from reliable and leading companies Russian manufacturers. Picket fence from China does not always contain required amount zinc in the alloy, which means corrosion resistance may be minimal.

We offer the following options for metal plates with a number of advantages, including: increased level rigidity, profitable price, high zinc content.

GRAND LINE

  • M- and P-profile
  • Width: 100 mm.
  • Profile height: 16 mm.
  • Stiffening ribs: 10 pcs.

CROWN

  • M-profile
  • Width: 116 mm.
  • Profile height: 18 mm.
  • Stiffening ribs: 12 pcs.

ECONOVA

  • U-profile
  • Width: 100 mm.
  • Profile height: 19 mm.
  • Stiffening ribs: 12 pcs.

NOVA

  • U-profile
  • Width: 118 mm.
  • Profile height: 19 mm.
  • Stiffening ribs: 14 pcs.

Fence configurations

The ZABORIA company offers a huge number of decoration options and creativity for the construction of metal picket fences. You can order the installation with any shape and arrangement of plates, choose the color or surface texture individually. We will help you make a fence design that best suits the style of your home, cottage or cottage.

Picket fence location
Option A. The picket fence is attached with outside fencing. At a distance from each other. The greater the distance, the greater the clearance of the fence.
Option B. The picket fence is attached on both sides of the fence in a checkerboard pattern, forming an almost blank fence. Clearance only at a certain angle.


Figure 1. Location of the picket fence on the joists.

Figured design of the upper part
Very often our clients order fencing with a shaped top part of the fence. There are quite a lot of options, but the most popular ones are shown in Figure 2.


Figure 2. Variants of figures for the top of the European picket fence.

Top sections
We suggest choosing cuts from the top of the metal plates for the fence. The cost of such a service is not high, but it will add even more individuality to your fence.


Figure 3. Sections of the upper edges of the plates.

Color solutions
The most common colors for European picket fencing are shown in Figure 4. But you can also choose any of the possible 213 color solutions according to the RAL system. If monotonous colors don't suit you, we offer picket fences with textures such as antique or golden oak.


Figure 4. Color options.

Samples of our work

Advantages of a European picket fence

  • Adjustable clearance level
    One of the main properties of a European picket fence is the adjustment of the clearance level. The pickets, as a rule, are located from each other at a distance of 1 to 10 cm. In this way, the fence can be made almost blank. If this is not enough, then metal pickets can be placed on both sides of the log, which will make it invisible at right angles, and all this without harming the air flow of the area.
  • Reliability
    A metal picket fence is not only beautiful and practical, but also has high degree vandal resistance. As additional option We can install anti-vandal fastenings to reduce the risk of fence dismantling. If desired, the upper edges of the picket fence can be given a pointed shape and climbing over such a fence will be quite problematic.
  • Individuality
    Unlike any other types of fence, this fence has many decoration options and can be adjusted to any style and format of the territory.
  • Ease of maintenance
    Euro picket fences manufactured by our company require almost no maintenance. A polymer-coated euro picket fence will last more than 20 years. Moreover, in case mechanical damage, the picket fence can be replaced with a new one without much difficulty.
  • Blowing the area near the fence is an important factor for summer residents. The fact is that normal and natural growth of plants and flowers is impossible near solid fences.

How to buy a metal picket fence profitably?

We carefully analyze our industry and construction market generally. We look at what our competitors offer and what customers want, conduct surveys and read reviews. We have long concluded that fencing made from cheap materials, even at a low price, does not meet customer expectations. For this reason, we refused to use cheap picket fences, and we produce components: logs, profiled pipes, poles and others at own equipment. This approach made it possible to increase the quality of materials and reduce the cost of finished fences made of European picket fences to the minimum possible in the region. "ZABORIA" offers:

  • A metal picket fence, the price including installation of which is the lowest possible in Moscow and the Moscow region;
  • Warranty up to 3 years, high service;
  • A huge variety of installation options, configurations, coatings;
  • Opportunity to save significantly by taking advantage of temporary special offers;
  • High-quality installation, honesty and a reliable partner working in the field of fencing construction for more than 20 years.

A garden fence made of metal picket fence fits best into the image of a relaxation corner. Simple and unpretentious in shape, it is perfect for fencing the site and for the front of the house. This example of a metal fence is still relatively rare on the market. But for the construction of euro-fences (metal pickets), there are already several options for constructing fences with great design and interesting implementation.

Beautiful hedge of a private house

Usage metal elements as the basis of a fence, support posts or piles for fencing personal plots and dachas have been known for a long time. But a metal picket fence as the main material for spans is a relatively new and quite interesting idea.
A fence picket is a shaped metal strip with stiffening ribs and holes for fastenings.

Fence with brick pillars

The dimensions of such strips may vary slightly depending on technical specifications manufacturer. The basis of production is galvanized rolled steel or profiled sheets with a thickness of 0.8 to 2 mm.

The length of the slats, depending on the purpose of the fence, can be from 0.25 to 2 meters.

The range of manufacturers includes the following varieties:

  • unpainted galvanized material;
  • painted plain type of panels;
  • types of wood picket fence;
  • shaped types;
  • anti-vandal types of material.

And this is just one of the varieties

Options and their forms

Fences made of metal picket fences or European picket fences are just one of the types of fencing. In fact, types of metal picket fence include:

  • made of profiled galvanized steel;
  • pieces of structural reinforcement, square, circle or strip up to 25 mm wide;
  • profile pipe strips different sections;
  • coated.

Each of the presented types of material has its own characteristics both in terms of installation and in the form of the profile of the plates, the shape of the upper part, and the method of fastening.

According to the shape of sheet steel slats, the most popular type of material among summer residents, they are:

  • semicircular shape;
  • U-shaped;
  • M-shaped;
  • rectangular shape;
  • strips with rolled ends;
  • classic.

Decorative hedge option

For those who decide to make a picket fence with their own hands, the following points will be important:

  1. On the websites of large manufacturers for picket fences, the calculator will allow you to calculate all necessary elements structures including fasteners.
  2. The consultant will help you find the necessary information and tell you how to calculate individual nodes and elements.
  3. Photos of the most successful fences with metal picket fences will tell you how to choose the right project, choose the material and how to carry out the basic operations.

Painting methods

A fence made from unpainted metal plates is much cheaper than one made from polymer-coated plates.

Unpainted elements are painted:

  • with a paint brush by hand;
  • using a compressor or spray gun.

Painting is done in two or three stages: the first is priming, the second is enamel painting, and the third is varnishing.

Possible variety of colors and patterns

Types of such fences

Among possible types classifications of fences are worth highlighting:

  • according to the method of installation of the frame, support pillars and planks;
  • by type of base and support pillars;
  • according to the type of filling of sections between the columns.

Installation methods

Installation of a metal picket fence has several ways of attaching the slats to the fence frame. In one case, the technology involves fastening to transverse strips, just as it is fastened. In another case, you can attach a metal picket fence to the frame in special seats.

Vertical checkerboard

A metal fence for a house with a sparse arrangement of plates is installed on a slatted base of two slats - upper and lower. This installation option is universal; it can also be used under a fence, when the plates are installed in a checkerboard pattern.

Dimensions and distances

The design elements taken into account are:

  • the total size of the building - length, ;
  • size functional elements, such as a wicket, metal picket fence gates: their width and height, the number of leaves and the method of opening;
  • supports, their size and installation method.

As a result of the calculation, initial information is obtained for entering into the online calculator:

  • number of barriers sections;
  • quantity cross lintels and their sizes;
  • section size: height and width, distance between planks in the section.

Multi-colored option

When calculating how to make a metal fence and how much material it will take, you can take as a basis standard option, the scheme of which provides:

  • span width - 2.5-3 meters;
  • height - 2 meters;
  • number of transverse logs per section 40x20 mm - 2 pieces;
  • support made of pipe 60x60 mm, height 3.2-3.4 meters;
  • the number of units of material 100 mm wide in a sparse version with a gap of 80 mm with double-sided fastening is 12 pieces per 1 linear meter.

The fence goes well with brick pillars

Types of Fills

The calculation will be incomplete without the fact that options for filling the spans may make adjustments to the final calculation. Types of filling may include:

  • straight single barrier;
  • double-sided installation option;
  • installation at an angle;
  • installation at an angle, two-sided;
  • installation of a type of blinds made of metal material;
  • single installation with back wall from corrugated sheet (used mainly for gates);
  • non-standard scheme with changing the angle of inclination.

The photo shows a beautiful hedge.

Recently completed fence installation

Installation features

So, how to make a fence from a metal picket fence with your own hands, you need to understand in detail. Fences, gates and gates made of picket fences in a checkerboard pattern have a wider gap between the plates. This is done through the use of elements with a width of 10 or even 12 cm. In this case, the calculation and installation must be made as accurately and accurately as possible so that all distances are maintained both in the width of the gap and in the height of the installation of the plates.

A beautiful hedge option for a private home

To install a metal picket fence, you will definitely need a screwdriver with a set of bits, an electric drill with drills and a level. The presence of these tools and the ability to work with them determine the features of the installation of all elements.

Installation

How to make a fence from a metal picket fence? The best option prefabricated structure protrudes a fence made of metal picket fence on screw piles. For a more ceremonial version of the fence, it can be the construction of fences with brickwork as a base and design of pillars. For both cases use universal techniques and work methods shown in the video of installation of supports and frame.

Installation is quite quick

Construction of the base and installation of the frame

According to the layout of the site, a fence installation line is marked with space for the entrance gate and wicket. Further work proceeds according to plan:

  1. Installation sites are marked

    Installation work

    Set of spans

    The set of spans begins with marking using the level of plate mounting points.

    The first plates are installed from the edges of the span at the same distance from. The distance between them is divided by the number of slats and the equal distance of spans between them.

    Another option for installation

    Installation of each element is carried out after checking the distance at the top and lower parts between the plates. Double option installed first from the outside and then from the inside. For more details about the set of spans, see the video.

    The final stage

    To make a fence from a metal picket fence with your own hands, a photo of which is presented below, several operations performed after installing the spans will help:

    • using a corrective composition, repair scratches and chips on the surface;
    • apply a masking compound to the screws;
    • install plastic plugs in the iron base;
    • open the brick elements with a water-repellent compound.

    Vertical checker board installation diagram

A picket fence has many advantages:

  • Beautiful appearance. You can apply any coating on top of the picket fence, so it can easily fit into any style (classic, minimalism, and so on). If necessary, the European picket fence can be stylized as wood, stone, tile, and so on.

  • High strength. Metal plates very durable, and it is impossible to damage or bend them with bare hands. Therefore, the fence will reliably protect your home from criminals.

  • It is very easy to install and repair the fence. To install a European picket fence, you do not need any special knowledge or skills, so you can install a fence from scratch in literally 1-2 days. If installation is carried out by professionals, then in 1 hour you can install 2-3 meters of fencing. If any plate becomes dented or damaged, it can be replaced without any problems in a short time.

  • Ventilation of the area. After installation, a small gap remains between the pickets, which allows air to circulate freely throughout the area. Thanks to this effect, it is possible to improve the yield on the site, since all plants need fresh air. Also, the presence of cracks visually increases the space, which will give you Have a good mood and positive.

  • No maintenance required. The coating on the European picket fence is applied at the factory, and it does not need to be updated regularly. To keep the fence always clean, it is recommended to wash it with water several times a year - this is all the care your fence will need.