Fencing summer cottage, the construction of a fence is one of the first tasks on the list that needs to be solved by a summer resident who has started arranging his plot. To hide the territory from prying eyes, you can do practical fence from corrugated sheets with your own hands. In this article we will look at how to build this fence, paying close attention to various nuances and installation secrets.
A fence made from this material can be quickly installed - determined desired line along the perimeter, pillars and transverse posts are installed, and then corrugated sheets are attached. The owners feel comfortable behind such a fence - it protects from prying eyes and is quite strong.
The color of the fence can go well with the decoration of the house and enliven the landscape. A fence made of corrugated sheets is not a dull and faceless structure; even in its simplest form it is pleasing to the eye
When buying profiled sheets, be sure to pay attention to the price - you shouldn’t skimp here. Low price speaks of the same quality - poor quality rolled, polymer layer, galvanized or too thin metal that is not suitable for a fence.
When choosing a sheet, do not go for cheapness; the fence is not built for one year. C8 corrugated sheeting is excellent for both roofing and fence construction
Please note the requirements for the distance from the fence to buildings:
To install a fence made of corrugated sheets, you will need the following materials:
Pillars can also be used asbestos-cement or wooden. If you choose wooden poles, treat them with an antiseptic before starting work. The part that will be buried must be especially strong - it can be processed blowtorch and then with a bitumen primer.
At the first stage, it is necessary to make precise markings - determine where the gates and wicket will be located, and mark the locations for the pillars. The pillars are installed at a distance of no more than three meters from each other. Define the desired height fence around the perimeter to calculate the amount of material needed.
These can be pipes with square (not less than 50/50mm) or round(not less than 76 mm). Top holes You can brew it to keep moisture out.
Scheme for installing supports for a corrugated fence. Used as supports metal pipes, you can fill the bottom of the holes with crushed stone or make a sand cushion. Installation on two lags.
Next you need to dig holes for the pillars 1-1.5 m deep, 150 mm wide. You can use a hand drill. The depth of the underground part of the supports depends on the height of the fence; the higher the fence is planned, the greater the depth the supports need to be dug.
Installation diagram of a fence made of corrugated board in three logs. Profile pipes are used as support pillars and joists.
The posts must be well reinforced because such fencing is susceptible to wind. If the fence supports are poorly strengthened, big square exposed to wind may partially tip over. The bottom of the post holes is filled with medium-fraction gravel (layer about 150-200 mm), then the post is installed and cement mortar is poured.
Note! To install the pillars, you need to use a plumb line; they must be installed strictly vertically. To ensure good fixation of the supports, they can be strengthened by welding metal rods on both sides and burying them in the ground. After the supports are filled with mortar, they must be left for three days for the concrete to completely harden.
When the foundation hardens, we proceed to installing the logs - a steel transverse profile is mounted to attach a profiled sheet to it. A profiled pipe (section 40/25 mm) is suitable for the logs. The number of logs in each section depends on the height of the fence. At a height of 1.7 m, two logs are sufficient; at a height of 1.7 – 2 m and above, the installation of three logs will be required - at the top, bottom and in the middle. The upper and lower logs are installed at a distance of 4 cm from the top and from the edge of the ground. Electric welding for their fastening is the most reliable way fixation. To protect against rust, joists and poles are coated with a special primer after installation. It is better to do this exactly at at this stage, since after installing the sheets it will be very inconvenient to work with the primer.
The installation of a fence also depends on the type of soil. If the soil is soft, some parts of it, especially in spring time, can sag, the same will happen with pillars installed in such soil. In soft soil, it is better to build a strip foundation for installing pillars. It is constructed like this: a ribbon box is made along the bottom of the pillars. The height of the box is approximately 20 cm, to make it durable, the boards are held together with bars or wire. Then we lay a layer of waterproofing along the walls of the structure and fill it with concrete. Even if the soil near the supports is washed away, the strip foundation will give strength and stability to the fence.
We are constructing a strip foundation for a fence made of corrugated sheets installed in soft soil. The box is fixed between the bars; after filling with cement, the result will be very strong and reliable design, you don’t have to worry about such a fence
For fastening we use metal screws (length 35 mm, pitch 500 mm). The corrugated sheets are joined together with an overlap.
Advice! When installing a fence made of corrugated sheets, use work gloves - corrugated sheets are quite sharp material, there is a risk of injury.
As they say, it is better to see once than to hear a hundred times. We invite you to watch a video with an installation example:
A fence made of corrugated board looks good, it is durable and practical, the material can easily withstand difficult weather, sudden temperature changes, extreme heat and cold. Therefore, do not treat this solution as a temporary one. If pillars that do not look particularly aesthetically pleasing are lined with brick or stone (or use a colored sheet), then the fence will look expensive and beautiful.
Alternatively, the supports can be lined with artificial or natural stone or brick - such a fence looks much more impressive and is much more durable. But, of course, this will require considerable additional costs.
Corrugated sheeting combines well with other materials, for example, forging. In this version of the fence, the corrugated sheet covers top part fence, you can close only the bottom one or use sheets with a gap between them - you get an original, attractive fence
When installing a fence made of corrugated sheets, scratches on the sheets are almost inevitable. They can be easily eliminated using a can of spray paint. It's better to buy a couple of cans of paint in advance suitable color. From the outside the fence looks like solid wall, without seams, durable and reliably hiding the yard from prying eyes.
Various options for fences made of corrugated sheets demonstrate the aesthetics of this material, its good compatibility with both stone and brick. It is enough to show a little imagination to create not only a practical, but also a beautiful fence
There is no additional expense required for the maintenance of such a fence, which cannot be said about a wooden fence, and this is another plus in favor of installing a fence made of corrugated sheets.
Many construction teams undertake the installation of a fence made of corrugated sheets. The process is not troublesome and fast, and the earnings are significant.
You can eliminate this expense item from the overall estimate for landscaping a dacha or private home by deciding to make a fence from corrugated sheets with your own hands.
The purpose of the fence on the site is to enclose the territory. At the same time, he has another function - representative.
Previously, the main material for constructing fences was wood - an affordable material, but requiring care and protection from destruction; currently, other building materials compete with it: brick, concrete, polycarbonate, mesh, forging, corrugated board.
In terms of the ratio of the parameters “price-installation-durability-appearance”, the leadership belongs to corrugated sheeting, which has led to its wide distribution among users.
Few have such a list of advantages. building materials. But all these properties are fully revealed only when correct installation. This means you need to know how to make a fence from corrugated board correctly. Within the article, we will talk about the nuances of choosing a material, the specifics of its calculation, the types of frames for a fence, we will describe how to attach corrugated sheeting and much more.
Do-it-yourself corrugated fence -
step by step guide from A to Z
Installation of a fence made of corrugated sheets only involves screwing the sheet to the frame; this is a process consisting of several stages. We will describe each of them in detail in the form of step-by-step instructions.
An arbitrary schematic drawing (sketch) is needed in order to visualize design features fence
There are two types (types) of corrugated fence:
It is the type of fence that determines the material consumption and methods of installing structural elements.
The following is applied to the drawing diagram:
Note. At sectional fence The width of the section is determined by the width of the sheet. It must be a multiple of 1, 1.5 or 2 sheets.
A detailed diagram simplifies the calculation of the material.
Construction will proceed quickly if the materials necessary for manufacturing are prepared in a timely manner.
When choosing a profiled sheet (corrugated sheet), you need to pay attention to the thickness (0.45-0.5 mm +/- 0.06 mm), wave height, absence of a capillary groove, parameters, coating, color and texture.
The profiled sheet has a high windage, this must be taken into account when planning the frame.
Note. The dimensions of corrugated sheets for fences differ between different manufacturers; this must be taken into account when choosing a material. It is also worth knowing that the warranty period for galvanized corrugated sheeting is 20-30 years, and with polyester coating - up to 50 years (depending on the thickness of the layer).
Theoretically, any material can be used: wood, stone, metal.
When deciding which poles to use for a fence, keep in mind that the simplest and affordable option- metal pipes.
The parameters of the racks depend on the expected load. Typically, pipes of 60x40x2 mm or 40x40x2 mm are used. For round pipes diameter - 60-100 mm.
You can use store bought ones finished pipes for a fence (photo) (for all types of soil) or piles (normal soils and loams).
The advantage of ready-made support posts is the presence of a “heel” for installation on a cushion, holes for attaching corrugated sheets and an upper plug that prevents water from entering the post.
For lags (crossbars) it makes sense to use square pipes 40x40x2 mm. or 40x20x2 mm. General recommendation- the width of the log is equal to half the width of the support column.
It is unacceptable to use wooden logs, because the wood tends to rot in the place where the sheet is attached. This will not only reduce the service life of the fence, but will also prevent the sheet from being reused. Metal corner It is also not suitable for logs; with a thickness of 2 mm, it will not provide adequate resistance to wind load, and manufacturers do not recommend using a thicker one.
Note. A special self-tapping screw for corrugated sheets with a drill is designed for drilling metal with a thickness of no more than 2.5 mm. So the use of a thick-walled profile is fraught with additional drilling efforts.
Special fasteners (brackets) are used when assembling the fence frame using a non-welding method, using hardware.
Plastic plugs perform a protective function to prevent water from getting inside the pipe.
In practice, the pillar is covered with a special cover or plastic bottle. Not very aesthetically pleasing, but certainly cheap, and good as a temporary solution to the problem.
Needed for weldless assembly of the fence frame. For this, an M6 bolt or screw (30 and 20 mm) is used. As well as self-tapping screws for attaching corrugated sheets or rivets.
Professionals advise using a self-tapping screw, because... it is equipped with an additional gasket (neoprene rubber), which allows you to press the corrugated sheet tightly without damaging its surface. Its length is 15-35 mm.
Advice. When using rivets, it is recommended to process the edges of the hole for them special paint. This will prevent the rapid appearance of rust at the fastening site and the formation of rusty stains on the corrugated sheet, which are very difficult to eliminate.
The paint is used to touch up scratches that may appear during installation of the corrugated sheet, as well as to paint over the cut area on the sheet. The consumption is small, one can is usually enough.
U-shaped strip (fence, covering), which is installed on top edge(rib) of the profiled sheet and protects users from possible cuts, and the sheet from rust.
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Note. When purchasing, please note that the edges of the plank must be curved (rolled). Otherwise, they will not only scratch the metal during installation, but will lose their shape (the edges will move away from the sheet) during operation.
How to determine how much building material is required for production.
Note. The sheet can be installed both vertically and horizontally. With horizontal fastening, the height of the fence will be equal to 1, 2 or 3 working widths of the sheet. For vertical - determined by the customer.
Advice. When calculating, do not operate with such a concept as total area required corrugated sheeting. Make calculations in pieces for a given sheet height.
The number of supports depends on the distance between the corrugated fence posts
Note. The calculations take into account that support posts (pillars) must be installed at the corners of the fence, as well as at the location where the gate and/or wicket is installed. The number of intermediate supports is rounded down. And the difference is compensated by the deviation from the specified distance between the posts.
The size of the post is determined by the height of the fence, taking into account that the posts go deep into the soil by 30% of their length. Thus, with a fence height of 2,000, the height of the support post for a fence made of corrugated board should be 2,600-2,700. For intermediate posts, an installation depth of 25% of the total height of the fence is allowed. Then the length of the rack will be 2,500 mm.
The quantity depends on the method of installing the fence.
Thus, the total timber timber is determined by multiplying total length fence by the number of crossbars.
The number of plates is equal to the number of support posts multiplied by the number of rows of joists.
The number of plugs is equal to the number of support posts. Plus 2-3 spare ones (useful during the operation of the fence).
When calculating self-tapping screws, it is taken into account that the fastening is carried out in two extreme waves and through two in the middle of the profiled sheet into each of cross beams. Thus, with two transverse logs per sheet, 6 pieces are required, with three - 9 pieces. The number of hardware is rounded up in multiples of the packaging (standard packaging - 250 pcs). Because, during the process of tightening the self-tapping screw, defects may occur.
When fastening with rivets, their consumption increases, since they are fastened along the edges and through the wave.
Standard paint packaging: 50, 100, 200, 500, 900 g. The choice depends on the length of the fence. Usually 50 gr. jars are enough.
The quantity is equal to the length of the fence divided by the working length of the plank. The standard length of the strip is 2,000 mm, the working length (including overlap) is 1850-1950 mm.
Installation technology step by step:
Clearing the soil surface of anything that will interfere with the installation of sheets and posts.
Note. The destruction of the corrugated sheet begins at the point of contact with the ground surface. Pebbles, dirt, and mechanical damage lead to the appearance of defects at the bottom of the sheet. In addition, the uneven terrain of the site often creates difficulties when installing supports. That is why the foundation for a fence made of corrugated sheets is a mandatory stage in constructing a fence.
A soil study usually helps to decide on which foundation to install a corrugated sheet fence in a specific area. But since a fence made of corrugated board is a relatively lightweight structure, an ordinary one will be suitable for it. Its optimal depth is 300-400 mm, and minimum width foundation for a corrugated fence is determined by the width of the support post (posts).
We will not dwell in detail on how to pour the foundation. But let us note this nuance: the depth of the pit in the place where the base support posts are installed (at the edges of the fence, corners, at the place where the gates are installed) should be 1/3 of their height + 100-150 mm for installing a cushion under the base of the post. For intermediate posts - 1/4 of the height of the support + the height of the pillow. This will eliminate the influence groundwater and soil freezing on the stand.
Preparation and installation of formwork is no different from arrangement strip foundation under a house or gazebo.
First of all, the basic support posts are installed (along the edges of even sections of the fence), a rope is stretched between them and intermediate posts are installed along it. At the location where the support posts are installed, the soil is removed with a drill and a gravel-sand cushion is poured onto which the posts are installed. In this case, metal pipes should be treated with an anti-corrosion solution.
Users note that it is better to concrete the racks at 100-150 mm. This way they remain stable when reinforcing the formwork and filling it with concrete. If you plan to compact the pillars, then the cushion should be made 200-250 mm high and the posts should be hammered into it. This method is more labor-intensive, but less expensive and reliable.
Advice. The use of a level and plumb line when installing racks is mandatory.
More simple option There will be installation of support posts without laying out the foundation. Installation requirements are similar. The depth is equal to 1/3 or 1/4 of the length of the rack depending on the location of its installation, the thickness of the gravel-sand cushion is 100-150 mm, mandatory treatment with an anti-corrosion solution, checking the level and reliable concreting.
Note. In practice, corrugated fence posts are installed with deviations from the given technology. This is justified in stable soils.
Alternative ways to install racks are shown in the diagram.
The corrugated sheeting is fastened to transverse joists. They are mounted on support posts after they are securely concreted. In this case, you cannot rush the work, because... this may cause the stand to deviate from the vertical.
Cross joists can be welded or screwed to the support posts. Craftsmen recommend using a holder plate (bracket) for these purposes. Thus, the plate is screwed to the support post, and the joists to the plate; this makes the project a little longer and more expensive, but the fastening is considered more reliable.
- end-to-end in front of the post. The method is ideal for constructing solid fences;
- behind the pillar using a holder (bracket). Suitable for constructing sectional fences;
- on the side of the pillar. The advantage of this method is that the corrugated sheet can be attached not only to the joist, but also to the support column, which makes the structure more stable. But the duration of work and the consumption of self-tapping screws increases. Suitable for constructing sectional fences.
Note. If the site has a significant slope, the transverse logs are mounted offset, as shown in the photo.
The fully finished frame is coated with anti-corrosion primer and paint.
This stage is possible only if a sectional type of corrugated fence is selected. Here, the installed metal support posts can be lined with brick or lined with stone. According to many users, a fence made of corrugated board with brick pillars, looks more beautiful and presentable than with metal stands or even a solid one.
Note. Similar decor fence supports are thought out at the planning stage. Because Availability brickwork makes adjustments to the distance between the pillars, and hence the number of sheets mounted in the sections.
Of course, you can decide to finish the racks with bricks at any stage, but you should be prepared for the fact that the corrugated sheet will have to be cut to length, and this will lead to waste not only of the sheet, but also of paint, and cutting tool, time and money.
Users agree that this work should be entrusted to masonry masters, because... namely bricklaying in in this case will determine the aesthetic properties of the fence. If you decide to do the work yourself, you should know:
To avoid rust, you need to know how to attach corrugated sheets correctly.
To fasten the corrugated sheets to each other and to the joist, rivets or special screws are used. Installation begins based on the sheet configuration. One of the outer waves of the sheet is a covering wave (left or right depends on the manufacturer’s equipment). The first sheet is mounted in such a way that the covering wave of the next one covers the wave of the previous one, and not vice versa. In order not to encounter a situation where a piece of sheet material fails near the gate, installation should begin with these elements.
Advice. To ensure ventilation, you need to make the distance of the sheet along the ground surface 50-100 mm.
The corrugated sheet must be secured at the edges to each of the transverse joists. One fastener is located in the middle of the sheet. If the fence is being built in a windy region, it is advisable to fasten the hardware through two waves.
To screw a self-tapping screw into corrugated sheeting, you also need to have certain skills. Namely, to know that the self-tapping screw:
In fact, the installation of a fence made of corrugated sheets ends with the steps described above. However, manufacturers, craftsmen and experienced users recommend covering the upper end of the profiled sheet with a special decorative U-shaped strip (end fence strip).
The overlay will give the fence aesthetic appearance and will prevent damage to users from the sharp edges of the sheet.
The plank is simply placed on the sheet, so when ordering, pay attention to its width.
For corrugated sheets with a wave height of 8 mm, you need a strip 10 mm wide (including rolling) or 8 mm (without rolling).
Please note that the corrugated sheets of most manufacturers are colored only on one side. The unpainted gray side looks towards the house. If you plant trees, shrubs or grapes along the fence, this will hide the unpresentable appearance of the fence.
Cleaning is the logical conclusion construction process. Cleaning is necessary in order to avoid injury from scraps of corrugated board, scattered screws and to give the area a well-groomed appearance.
| Material | Cost of a corrugated fence
subject to DIY installation |
The cost of installing a corrugated fence
subject to the involvement of hired workers |
|---|---|---|
| Corrugated sheet | 140-680 rub/sq.m. | |
| Pipe 60x60x2 | 110 rub/m.p. | |
| Pipe 40x40x2 | 70 rub/m.p. | |
| Pipe 40x20x2 | 60 rub/m.p. | |
| Plate holder | 80-150 rub/piece. | |
| Pole plug | 1.7-59 RUR/pcs. | |
| Hardware (screw) | 2.5-5.3 RUR/pcs. | |
| 180 rub/piece (cylinder) | ||
| End strip (2,000 mm) | 60-110 rub/piece. | |
| Cement | 175 RUR/50 kg. | |
| Sand | 80 rub/50 kg. | |
| Gravel, fraction 20-40 mm. | 100 rub/40 kg. | |
| Nerzhamet-Grunt - alkyd primer for metal | 210 rub/kg. | |
| Foundation structure | 0 | 5,000 rub. per sq.m. (the cost is affected by the type of soil) |
| Drilling a hole or driving a pile | 0 | From 200 rub/piece. |
| Concreting support pillars | 0 | From 500 rub/piece. |
| Attaching the log | 0 | From 50 rub/m.p. |
| Fastening the corrugated sheet | 0 | From 200 rub/m.p. |
The total costs of constructing a fence made of corrugated sheets are determined based on the need for a particular type of material.
The cost of installing a fence made of corrugated sheets on a turnkey basis (price per meter of work, materials with installation) is shown in the table.
A fence made of corrugated sheets looks great and withstands any temperature changes and all types of atmospheric phenomena. But there are two weak points - windage and poor-quality installation. We hope that the information provided here will allow us to take into account and eliminate both of these shortcomings in a timely manner.
No one suburban area can't do without a fence. Even if the most friendly relations have developed with neighbors, any owner still strives to fence off his property at least along the outer perimeter. Agree, you feel much more comfortable in the yard when you know that you are not being watched, willingly or unwillingly, by strangers. And worries about the safety of one’s own property stored in the yard or outbuildings become less acute. Therefore, questions are always among the top priorities.
Not so long ago, the choice of fence design and materials for its manufacture was not so great. Nowadays, the variety of options is so wide that it is even difficult to list them. But, probably, one of the most popular materials is a profiled metal sheet (otherwise it is called corrugated sheet or corrugated sheet). This is due to the fact that the cost of a set of building materials for the construction of a fence from corrugated sheets is quite affordable for the average homeowner, and the work on constructing such a fence cannot in any way be classified as a task of an increased level of complexity, that is, they can be carried out on their own.
Let's take a closer look at what the advantages of such a fence are, let's see how to build a fence from corrugated sheets with your own hands, without resorting to the help of a hired contractor. construction crew and rental of special equipment.
Some owners of suburban areas treat corrugated fences with some prejudice, considering them some kind of frivolous fence for their territory. And it’s completely in vain - corrugated sheet fencing has a number of advantages that make it extremely popular.
Many owners of suburban areas are concerned about the safety of their properties. Many modern building materials allow you to choose the material for building a fence according to your taste and cost, but without sacrificing quality. In this article we will tell you how to make a fence from corrugated sheets with your own hands with posts, and also show photos and videos on installing the fence.
A metal profile fence can be of any height. Typically, for areas far from the city, a height of 3–5 m is chosen. Such a fence not only visually protects from unnecessary witnesses, but also screens out sounds from a federal highway, for example.
Construction from profiled sheets is technologically quite simple and does not require the use of expensive equipment or teams of workers.
Note! Brick can also be used as a decorative element, covering metal or wooden pillars with it.
Then you can install logs - a transverse profile for fastening the canvases. A profiled beam with a cross section of 40x25 mm or pipes of the appropriate diameter are suitable here. The number of horizontal logs depends on the size of the fence. If it is less than 1.7 m, two rows are enough. They are attached at a distance of 4 cm from the top of the future fence and from the ground. With a higher fence, the number of horizontal lines should be increased to three.
Note! The best way to fix all the metal parts together is welding.
If you are using wooden beam, then the service life of the fence will decrease.
Note! After installation, all steel structure must be primed to protect against rust.
The last stage is attaching the profiled sheets to the joists. This should be done using metal screws 35 mm long and in increments of 500 mm. Adjacent fragments are fixed with an overlap.
This type of fence does not require special care. You may need to spray paint the canvas from time to time to hide any scratches or corrosion.
From the outside, such a fence looks solid and durable, reliably hiding the house and local area from prying eyes.
