Manufacturing technology of concrete fence at home. Production of decorative concrete fences

Concrete fences serve to protect and improve the appearance of residential buildings, as well as buildings and structures for domestic and cultural purposes. The height of the concrete fence and the architectural type of the fence can be different and determined by specialists at different stages of construction. A beautiful fence can not only protect the building from the curious looks of passers-by, the owner of an exquisite fence can be proud of the beauty of the concrete fence.

When the owners of country houses and country cottages begin to think about building a fence, they rarely consider the option of a solid concrete structure. Why it happens? Many find it difficult to answer, because they are used to old Soviet fences made of wood. Such a simple design can be built independently from old boards. But where is the guarantee that a wooden fence can become a reliable protection? And it happens the other way around, a person has a desire to make a concrete fence, but there is not enough understanding of what is the advantage of such a design.

Consider the priorities of a concrete fence:

Durability. Concrete is a durable material that is not afraid of moisture, it will not succumb to rotting processes, like a wooden fence. Therefore, such a fence will serve the owner for several decades.
Strength. If the technology of pouring a concrete fence is correctly observed, then such a design will have high strength.
Simplicity and speed. You can make a concrete fence yourself in a short time and at minimal cost to purchase the necessary equipment.
Attractiveness. Previously, the owners of country houses and small country houses refused boring gray fences because they did not decorate the building. Now, thanks to modern technology, it is possible to make a mold for casting a concrete fence on an individual order. It is also possible to supplement the concrete fence with metal forging or make a pattern of natural stone.
You can repaint the concrete fence at any time in the color you like. The paint will stay on concrete for 5-7 years. So you can repaint the fence again only after 7-8 years, and this already speaks of saving consumables for maintaining the fence.

Required materials and fixtures

To make a decorative concrete fence, you will need the following:

Vibrating table with 2 motors for casting molds of concrete structures.
Machine for mixing cement (concrete mixer).
Tray for drying the finished product.

This is just the minimum list of equipment required for the manufacture of a concrete fence. You also need to purchase forms for concrete fences. You can choose a simple design or purchase a basic set of molds.

They are divided into the following types:

for panels (double-sided, openwork, deaf);
form for pillars.

Since the fence can have different heights, thicknesses and designs, it is necessary to have different shapes in order to create a diverse range of concrete structures. In addition, in order to make a good profit, at least 5 molds of the same type must be cast per day. The price of a concrete fence can be different and depend on the complexity of the design and the presence of decorative elements. So, the cost of 1 simple form can be from 15 thousand rubles, and forms for poles - from 8 thousand.

In addition, in order to independently make a concrete fence, it is necessary to have a vibrating sieve to clean bulk material (cement and sand) from debris. Also, you can not do without a concrete mixer. The power of the device is of great importance.

Based on this indicator, the equipment is divided into 2 types:

Gravitational.
Forced.

The first version of the concrete mixer is suitable for personal use to cast a small amount of concrete structures. It is not necessary to connect the concrete mixer to high voltage - this is the main advantage, as well as low power consumption. The cost of such a device varies from 9 to 50 thousand rubles.

When you need to do a large amount of work, it is advisable to purchase a portable concrete mixer. Although it has a high cost (from 60 to 500 thousand rubles), it has high performance. The main requirement for operation is installation on a solid surface, preferably on a foundation.

Raw materials for the production of concrete fence

To make a solid concrete structure, it is necessary to use the following materials:

cement (grade M500 - without additives);
sand of fraction 2.5, clay particles in sand should be no more than 3%;
you can use crushed stone of a fraction of 5-10 mm, grade - 800;
plasticizers;
water;
steel reinforcement for the frame - BP1 (increases the strength of the structure and the pillar), for pillars - from 0.5 mm to 2.5 mm (diameter from 4 to 10 mm).

For the manufacture of 1 concrete pillar (height 2 m), it is necessary to use 11 linear meters of wire (thickness 8 mm).

All materials must be of high quality, special attention must be paid to the choice of brand of cement and the quality of sand. It is allowed to use river sand. Before use, it must be sieved and dried.

Options for concrete fences, see the photo:

Manufacturing technology of decorative concrete fences

vibrocasting

A popular technology for the production of concrete fences is vibrocasting. This method is currently considered one of the most effective. Acceptable for the manufacture of structures of medium thickness. As a result of applying this method, the concrete product is not exposed to moisture, temperature changes. It is safe to speak about the strength and durability of the concrete fence.

The main stages of the technological chain for the production of concrete fences:

It is necessary to put the right amount of material (concrete, sand, plasticizers and other additives) into the concrete mixer.
Form preparation (lubrication). Laying the form on the vibrating table.
After the solution is ready, it is loaded into a pre-prepared form.
Vibrator on. While working on the vibrating table, the concrete mixture is distributed evenly, it spreads over the entire form and is compacted. Just you can track the exact amount of material and, if necessary, add more or remove excess. Excess solution is removed manually with a special tool - the rule.
In the section of the future concrete fence, metal rods are laid. The work on laying the frame from the reinforcement is carried out with the machine turned on. The frame is recessed into the solution by about half.
Within 60 seconds, the mixture is in the form with the vibrator turned on. This allows air to be removed from the solution. You can not wait for the specified time, but follow the process - as soon as air bubbles stop forming on the surface (they will gradually disappear), you can turn off the vibrator.
Removing (decreasing) the product from the mold. This part of the work is more convenient to perform on a special stripping table.
The finished concrete product is transferred to the hardening racks. Naturally, the concrete fence hardens within 48 hours.
The form is prepared for the next cycle - it is washed out from cement residues and lubricated with stripping lubricant.

So that in the future, during the operation of the concrete fence, splits and cracks do not occur, it is necessary to dry the finished product at a certain temperature. The temperature in the room should be no higher than +15 ° C. After 5 days, the product will be ready for use if it is necessary to proceed with the urgent installation of a concrete fence. When time permits, it is advisable to leave the finished product for 28 days to wait for the full maturity of the concrete.

It is possible to accelerate the maturation of concrete, and this will not affect the strength and durability of the product. The finished product is placed in a special drying chamber. After drying, in about a day, the product will be ready for transportation. The drying chamber significantly speeds up the process of manufacturing a concrete fence, but its high cost can be attributed to the minuses. The price of the dryer ranges from 15 to 20 thousand dollars.

exposition

The "exposure" technology is outwardly similar to the technology described above, but there are some nuances. As a result of painstaking work (the solution must be homogeneous), the concrete product will turn out with a perfectly flat and smooth surface.

Stages of work:

On the included vibrating table, a form is installed, which must be pre-mounted in a fixed wooden pallet.
The form is filled with the prepared mixture. Excess material is removed by the rule. The surface is carefully leveled.
Reinforcing elements are laid (up to the middle of the product).
The design is left on the vibrating table turned on until all the air is out of the solution.
When the vibration compaction is completed, the structure is sent for drying for 1-2 days.
So that when moving the filled mold-matrix, the wooden stretcher does not fall apart, for the manufacture of pallets it is necessary to use a wooden bar 30-60 mm or weld a solid metal structure.
In order to prevent the matrix from falling out during stripping, you need to try to fit all the elements of the frame and fix the form on the pallet. If careless in the manufacture of pallets, this can lead to wear and even breakage of the matrix.
Before pouring the solution, it is necessary to lubricate the form with a stripping lubricant of the K 222 brand. It will create a thin film on the surface and exclude contact of the solution with the surface of the matrix. In addition, K 222 will help accurately convey the relief of the matrix and extend the life of the mold at times.
After drying, a clean, high-quality concrete product with a smooth (or natural stone) surface will be obtained.
If you use coloring additives, you can get a high-quality imitation of such natural materials as marble and granite.

Instant stripping

When it is necessary to independently make a concrete fence and protect a large area, then you can just resort to making a concrete fence using the “instant stripping” method, when the prepared mixture is cast into molds. You need to have the right amount of pallets on hand. This method for the uninitiated in the intricacies of manufacturing a concrete fence of a person may seem the same as the methods described above. But there are differences - as a result, the concrete structure is not so smooth, with possible irregularities. The method is also different in that it allows you to save on equipment and make a concrete fence yourself at home.

Material requirements:

Concrete brand M-300 (possibly higher).
Filler (crushed stone), fractions 5 mm.
plasticizer.
You can use a filler - it will give the product the desired shade.

For lubrication of forms, lubricant mixtures "Separen" or "Lerossin" are used. It is not recommended to use self-prepared mixtures from used engine oil.

Technology for the manufacture of concrete slabs for the fence:

A pre-prepared form is installed on the included vibrating table.
The form must be washed in advance from the remnants of the solution and lubricated with a special mixture to prevent cement from sticking to the surface.
The prepared mixture is poured into the mold, the excess is removed with a special tool.
A metal frame is laid on top. Since the table vibrates, it spontaneously deepens, you can direct it so that it is located exactly in the center of the part.
After compaction of the solution, the table is turned off.
The form is lifted, and the section is laid out on a pre-prepared pallet.
The form can be immediately cleaned of the remnants of the solution, rinsed and lubricated.
The finished element is left to dry for 2 days.

Making a concrete fence yourself is quite difficult and costly. But if you have enough strength and capabilities, then you can cope with any tasks, the main thing is to follow the instructions and be patient.

Today, people have become very scrupulous about the issue of registration of their property. And in this regard, the demand for various original elements of decor and design is increasing every day.

Owners of various cottages, townhouses and just homeowners face some problems of individual design. The fact is that most projects of such buildings are created according to a certain template. Therefore, it is very difficult to stand out in any way among other similar buildings.

Decorative fences made of concrete come to the aid of modern homeowners. These structures will not only help to enclose your property, but also give the site an individuality. And since the competition in this business is minimal, you can make good money on this. It is the production of fences that we will discuss in this article.

Demand

In fact, manufacturers of forged gratings and similar products are in great competition. But before the iron structure, concrete fences have at least three advantages: strength, lower cost, ease of operation.

After all, forged products must be constantly painted, covered with protective enamel (from rust), and in extreme cases replaced due to various types of deformation.

Concrete decorative fences are more unpretentious in use and more durable in design. The number of low-rise buildings is constantly increasing (at least in Russia). But, to great surprise, the number of companies that provide services for the construction of concrete fences remains relatively small.

And those firms that are engaged in this business are working in a direction that is very different from the topic of this article. From all this, we can conclude that the market lacks narrowly focused manufacturers of decorative concrete fences.

Business Features

Many people are surprised by one very strange fact, namely, why does the production of fences not attract large enterprises? It is impossible to answer this question unambiguously. Perhaps the owners of large companies do not see prospects in this business, or the vast majority of firms are simply not satisfied with this profile of work.

In any case, the absence of the dominance of individual enterprises is even for the better. Due to the lack of large companies in this business, customers have to turn to small manufacturers who do all the work by hand. And, as you know, the cost of such firms is clearly overpriced. To establish a rapid rise, it is necessary to produce a product in large quantities, thereby reducing the cost of one unit of production. We must not, of course, forget about the quality of buildings (more on that later).

Individuality and wholesale sales

One of the most difficult moments in the production of a decorative fence is the combination of mass production and the individual characteristics of each product. It is necessary to create the illusion of a personal approach to each client.

It is worth noting that most of them will be middle-class people who are trying to stand out. As you can see, there are enough difficulties in this business, so you need to carefully consider every step you take. Everything that was before, concerned only the general aspects of this case. Now it is worth talking about production technology and special equipment.

Production

During the production of any product, one of the most important points is the careful preparation of raw materials. The final product will directly depend on their quality. The next most important factor is the correct selection of the necessary equipment. This list includes molds, molding equipment, vibrating screen, and so on. All production of fences can be divided into three main stages, which we will discuss further.

First step

The main constituents of concrete are cement and sand. It is with these elements that production begins. The first step is sifting sand and cement. This is done using special equipment called a vibrating sieve. It is equipped with an electric drive, and the materials themselves pass through cells no larger than 5 mm in size.

All equipment for the production of concrete fences of this type must be present in several copies. A single production (on order) requires no more than 2 such machines. If you are counting on wholesale, then you will need 3-4 (or maybe more) vibrating sieves. The cost of one such machine depends on the capacity and the amount of available resources. The average price is $500.

Second phase

The second stage of work consists in mixing the finished mixture of concrete. It is inefficient to perform this process manually, so it is necessary to use automated tools. For this work, so-called concrete mixers or, as they are called in another way, concrete mixers are used.

In the world market of construction equipment there is a huge selection of different manufacturers of this device. Here we will not discuss all types of concrete mixers, but only single out only two large categories: gravity and forced. The first type of concrete mixers is distinguished by its low price. The cost ranges from 350 to 2000 dollars. Also, many of these devices are portable and do not require industrial voltage for operation.

The exception is the most powerful gravitational devices. Another category of concrete mixers (forced) are much more expensive. Naturally, along with the price, all other characteristics increase: voltage consumption and performance. Also, most forced mixers are stationary, and in some cases an additional light foundation is required. Non-portable concrete mixers are often equipped with a lift called a skip.

Concrete fence production will be greatly accelerated with this addition. The skip allows you to pour the concrete mixture even at a height. The lift also automates the process of loading materials, which frees up one workforce (otherwise it will take 1 person to carry out this operation). The control system consists of a guide winch and a movable hopper.

Third stage

The production process of fences is completed by pouring the finished mixture into a pre-prepared form. It is at this stage that conventional building materials begin to take on a familiar form.

The form for the concrete fence itself must be made without any flaws, including no welds and other types of defects.

If these conditions are not met, then a low-quality product may ultimately result. This can ruin all the work done earlier. The form for a concrete fence is of two types: deaf and openwork. The price of this equipment is approximately $350. When starting a concrete fence business from scratch, molds are practically the most costly element.

Imagine how many types of this equipment you will need to buy to increase the variety of finished tiles. Medium-sized companies should have at least 50 types of molds in stock, plus each type should be in several copies (to speed up the production process).

Business expansion

Every businessman should strive to increase production. In this case, you can offer various additional services to your customers. For example, design (which will match the general appearance of the building), installation (and dismantling of old fences).

Further expansion will depend only on you. You may want to bring your business closer to the middle class by adding various small decor elements. Or you will serve large companies by making only unique concrete decorative fences. In any case, the scale of your business depends only on you.

Conclusion

As a conclusion, it is worth mentioning the search for employees. This case needs to be approached with some imagination. In addition to the workers who will make the fences themselves, you need to find a creative designer. In the process of business development, you may need to additionally purchase (or make your own) various decorative elements: borders, fountains, urns, flower girls. The production of concrete fences is one of those lines of business that can turn into a gold mine with the right approach.

Prices for fences made of concrete sections

What determines the price of concrete fences? First of all, it depends on the overall dimensions of the structure, the finishing options chosen by the client, the types of support and foundation, the complexity of installation, and the area of the protected area. If it is important for you to purchase a product cheaper, then you can choose a model of modest decorative properties, without complex design elements. It is worth mentioning that concrete fences cannot be too cheap, since the process of their creation is very labor-intensive, as well as installation work. In our catalog you can see photos of completed projects, as well as reviews of our customers, which will help you make the right choice.

Decorative concrete fences

Especially popular is the production of decorative concrete fences, in the design of which a variety of stylizations are used (under natural stone of various textures and colors, under brick, etc.), spectacular decorations - lattice inserts, concrete ornaments, columns and much more. Such an abundance of technical possibilities opens up prospects for the successful implementation of the most complex projects that reflect the aesthetic preferences of our clients.

The advantages of decorative type fences include their lower weight, which facilitates the process of transportation and installation. This does not affect the strength characteristics, so the service life of concrete structures will be more than a dozen years. We have a range of affordable and stylish fencing options available.

Sections of decorative concrete fences

Production of fences from concrete panels

We offer reliable sectional fences, the manufacture of which is based on the use of modern technologies and high quality materials. Our company carries out the production of reinforced concrete products and typesetting panels. Reinforced concrete structures are the most durable and massive, their installation is in demand in industrial areas, warehouses and construction sites. The scheme of work used by our company involves the creation of sections of the monolith of the required dimensions, which are then transported to the installation site. For high-quality installation, specialists need to build a foundation that can withstand a significant weight of structures.

Decorative concrete fences are less massive, their construction is carried out on the spot, by attaching individual elements between the pillars of the support. We create original type-setting panels, the surface of which imitates natural wood, stone,

Our company sells reliable structures made of high-quality concrete of our own production. The catalog presents a variety of fences, both industrial and decorative - for a house or a cottage. This allows our customers to select the optimal products that meet the practical requirements of the customer. Also, we are always ready to create for you a custom-made design that has suitable overall dimensions and appearance. An individual approach allows our clients to be directly involved in the selection of the configuration of each fence, which affects the cost of the finished structure.

You can order an inexpensive or elite fence from us, which will not only protect your home, but also create a harmonious atmosphere, decorate the territory, and complement the architectural ensemble of the building. The prices for the products of our company include measurement, design, delivery, as well as such a service as installation.

Among the owners of country houses, cottages and townhouses are very popular. The demand for such products is so great that many are beginning to consider the production of concrete fences as one of the main ways to earn money.

In our article, we will try to describe the technological process for the production of poured cement fences as clearly as possible, and also dwell on a few nuances, the observance of which depends on the quality of the finished product.

Necessary equipment and raw materials

When planning the organization of the production of cast sections for concrete fences, it is necessary to take care of the presence of three elements:

Manufacturing technologies.
Equipment.
Raw materials for production.

And if there is enough information regarding the technology (including this material itself, as well as the video in this article), then serious investments will be needed to purchase tools and raw materials.

What equipment for production is included in the minimum set? In order to start the manufacturing process, we need:

Vibrating table - equipment for the production of concrete fences

A set of matrix forms. It includes both molds for the slabs themselves and molds for the pillars. Different production technologies involve the use of different types of molds, therefore we will dwell on their design in more detail in the corresponding section.
Vibrating sieve. Designed for cleaning cement, sand, etc. from impurities. The cleaner the raw materials used, the higher the mechanical and aesthetic characteristics of the fence.
The forming vibrating table is a key part in the whole set of equipment. This is due to the fact that it is by vibration casting that we remove air bubbles from the panel, which means that we provide it with the necessary strength.
As for the concrete mixer, experts recommend using forced models to improve product quality.

Also, to organize the process of manufacturing cement fences, we need a room. The optimal area is about 200 m2, since a significant amount of space is required for drying finished products.

Instant stripping

Materials used

Produced by the method of vibrocassette casting. In this case, two different technological schemes can be used: “exposure” and “instant stripping”. For an inexperienced reader, the difference in these technological schemes is small, but the final product is very different in quality and performance.

"Instant demoulding" involves casting a specially prepared mixture into high-strength matrices. In order to work efficiently, it is necessary that we have a sufficient number of stripping pallets at our disposal.

Note! The required number of pallets can be calculated by multiplying the planned daily number of cast slabs by two.

As a rule, for the production of fencing slabs using this technology, fiberglass matrices with a metal frame are used. Such forms for the production of concrete fences have a sufficient margin of safety and weigh more than 50 kg.

For the production of fences in this way, a special casting mixture is used:

Concrete brand M300 and above.
The ratio of water-cement is 0.35.
Filler - crushed stone no more than 5 mm.

If it is planned to produce panels for fences, then the use of plasticizers is mandatory. You can also use fillers that speed up the curing process and give the finished panel different shades.

To lubricate the molds, you can use such compositions as "Lerossin", "Separen" and the like. It is also possible to make homemade lubricant mixtures based on mineral oils with used motor oils, fuel oils or diesel fuel, however, the surface quality of the plate in this case is quite low.

Sequence of operations

The production process of fences using the "instant stripping" technology takes place according to the following scheme:

On the vibrating table, included in the operating mode, the form is installed. The form must be pre-cleaned and lubricated to avoid cement sticking and the formation of a defective surface.
A mixture of the desired consistency is poured into the mold. Excess mixture is cut with a long rule flush with the sides of the form.
A reinforcing mesh of rods is laid on the pouring surface, after which, under the influence of vibration, it is pressed deep into the plate. You should try to place the reinforcement as close to the center of the part as possible.
When the sealing process is completed (this is evidenced by the absence of bubbles on the pouring surface), the table is turned off.
two workers lift the form and lay out the finished section of the fence on the formwork pallet.
The form is cleared of concrete residues, washed and lubricated for the next filling.

Making a concrete fence with your own hands by demoulding on a pallet involves obtaining a fairly cheap material, which, however, does not have high aesthetic characteristics.

If you are more impressed with the high-tech production of concrete fences, then you should consider the technology of exposure casting.

exposure casting

Technology Differences

In general terms, the technologies of instant stripping and exposure casting are similar, but if you are planning to make concrete fences with your own hands, then you should carefully study all the differences in the operations performed.

And the main of these differences is the fact that the process of curing takes place directly in the form itself. The front surface of the slab is formed at the point of contact of the material with the mating surface of the matrix, which means that only high-quality molds for the manufacture of concrete fences should be used for exposition production.

As a rule, today injection molds made of either PVC or ABS plastic are used for this purpose:

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) molds are made from a material with a thickness of 0.75 - 1.2 mm. The smooth inner surface makes it possible to produce decorative plates for fences, as well as poles, pedestals, monuments, etc. The strength of PVC molds is sufficient to work with concrete mix, and wear resistance is about 50 cycles.

Note! Pallets for working with PVC molding dies should be made with the most exact observance of dimensions, excluding the slightest deformation of the plate. This is due to the fact that thin walls made of polyvinyl chloride have practically no load-bearing capacity.

ABS plastic (acrylonitrite - butadiene - styrene) is superior to PVC in the first place in terms of durability. Acrylonitrite matrices can withstand up to 200 pouring and stripping cycles, so if you plan to make concrete fences with your own hands on an industrial scale, then ABS should be chosen.
The thickness of the polymer sheets used in this case is 2.2 mm. This allows the use of less durable (and therefore lighter) pallets. At the same time, the price of ABS is not much higher than the cost of a PVC mold, so this material should be chosen if possible.

Advice! Acrylonitrite sheet forms are produced by corner gluing, so it is worth monitoring the condition of the glue joints in the cleaning and lubrication process. The appearance of cracks or cracks in the corners is the first sign that the matrix will soon fail.

Exposure casting process

Making a concrete fence with your own hands using the exposure method is also quite simple. The instruction describing the sequence of our actions is given below:

We make a stretcher pallet from a durable wooden beam with a cross section of up to 60 mm. The design of the stretcher must exclude the displacement of the form during pouring and demoulding.
For panels of complex shape with decorative elements, foam plastic, polyurethane foam, etc. can be used in the manufacture of the pallet. These materials are designed to support the lower part of the matrix and protect parts from displacement and squeezing.

The matrix is installed in a wooden pallet, lubricated and served on a vibrating table. For the treatment of the inner surface, experts recommend using the stripping compound K-222, since due to its characteristics it almost completely eliminates the contact of plastic and the pouring mixture.
We serve the filling mixture into the greased form, after which we align it along the edge as a rule.
We sink the reinforcement into the fill, after which we carry out vibration compaction until the formation of bubbles on the surface stops.
We remove the stretcher with filling from the vibrating table and transport it to the place of drying. At least a day must pass from the moment the compaction is completed to the demoulding. In this case, the filling mixture is constantly inside the mold, and the fence acquires the necessary configuration.

With strict adherence to the technological process, as a result, we get a flat and smooth section for a concrete fence, the surface of which looks very attractive even without additional processing. The introduction of a decorative filler or pigment into the composition of the casting mixture allows you to create imitations of granite and marble with your own hands.

Making a concrete fence with your own hands is a difficult and rather costly task. At the same time, if you carefully follow the instructions, the quality of the finished product should be at its best. This means that due to the high demand, your investment will pay off pretty quickly.

A well-maintained private household must have a reliable fence that protects the territory from uninvited guests. Modern plots, country houses and cottages from the side of the street are often decorated with an aesthetic decorative fence made of concrete. A structure of this type is often called a "euro fence", although in Europe it is not widely used. Such a fence can be made and installed independently, and it will cost half as much as the services of specialized companies. A simple technology for manufacturing panels and columns is available to the home master.

What is important to know about the installation of decorative concrete fencing?

The associative series of words "fence", "fence" and "fence" draws in memory not the most pleasant pictures. But rough concrete tile panels are a thing of the past, thanks to people who thought of bringing aesthetics to the fencing industry. And now decorative concrete fences are becoming more and more popular. Of course, no one will make a decorative concrete fence for the industrial zone, but yards in residential areas are increasingly equipped in the same way as the private sector - with an attractive concrete fence. They surrounded the territory of kindergartens and schools, private enterprises and banks.

Do not rush to buy reinforced concrete panels, you can make them yourself if you stock up on forms, tools and patience. To do this, select those types of plates from which the fence should be equipped:

pillars and supports (reinforced concrete, stone, brick, metal);
decorative panels (solid, openwork);
decorative finials for a concrete fence.

The panels are made one-sided (with a pattern in the courtyard or on the street) and with an imprint on both sides. With regard to ready-made blocks produced in an industrial way, they can be made lighter and more openwork. It depends on the height of the fence, the functionality and desire of the owners. Someone wants to isolate themselves from the outside world with a high solid fence. Others like a light openwork fence - landscape design is visible through its pattern. Carved shaped blocks are one and a half times lighter than solid ones, and much less consumables are used.

No matter how beautiful the future decorative fence is, there is nothing complicated in its construction. Together with an assistant, it is easy to cast slabs of various configurations in a week, using ready-made molds - for the base, filling and tops. Additional whitewashing or coating with facade paint will help to give individuality to such a fence. A few good examples are a decorative concrete fence, photo:

For the installation of finished fencing slabs, a team of 3-4 people is invited to prepare holes for the supports. According to the markup, they will prepare a line for installing columns, after which, together with an assistant, it is easy to install a decorative concrete fence. A hole drill or other suitable technique will help to make holes on your own. Large monolithic sections are lifted by a crane.

Advantages and disadvantages of a concrete fence

Many paid attention to how the aesthetic concrete fence and its decorative panels compare favorably with other fences. And those who installed it managed to appreciate this durable fence for ennobling the site, especially when its panels are with a double-sided pattern.

Tip: There is no point in the labor-intensive manufacture of a decorative concrete fence, when part of it goes to the utility part of the yard, goes along a blank wall or tall bushes. On this segment, limit yourself to ordinary panels without a pattern, while maintaining the dimensions and the distance between the columns. On the site along the smooth panels, in order to improve the appearance of the fence, plant decorative climbing plants or hang ampelous flower forms in flowerpots - photo:

The main advantages regarding stone, wooden, metal fences and a transparent fence made of a chain-link mesh:

relatively low cost relative to other capital fences with high quality;
it is possible to do all stages of the process with your own hands;
quick installation, thanks to the prefabricated structure;
strength of reinforced concrete structures;
reliable and stable fencing;
fire resistance, frost resistance and high resistance to adverse weather factors;
long service life (about 50 years);
the possibility of replacing damaged sections (for example, if a car drives into the wall in an accident) without a radical repair of the entire fence chain;
sufficient choice of design solutions;
a budget update or a change in the appearance of the fence by replacing the top sections or re-painting.

The only drawback is that a solid decorative concrete fence does not let in the sun's rays, slowing down the development of flowers and plants. So that the site in the place of a high blank wall is not empty, tall trees or shade-tolerant climbing plants are planted. In Britain, such fences are ennobled with evergreen ivy. As an option, in this place of the garden to equip a platform for barbecue or barbecue.

Attention: If heat-loving and sunlight-demanding plants should grow along the concrete fence, then choose a low openwork option, ensuring the full development of the seedlings. Behind a high solid fence, light-loving sprouts wither away.

An important advantage is changing the height of the concrete eurofence without compromising the appearance. Can choose:

one decorative section - with low partitions inside the site;
two sections - for a low wall, so that animals on the back side of the site do not wander into the site;
three sections - standard equipment, where the lower solid, middle openwork and elegant upper sections of intricate shape are harmoniously combined;
four sections - heavy fences where a foundation may be needed, used for a high decorative concrete fence, photo:

The cost of prefabricated concrete fencing: calculation features

Do-it-yourself decorative concrete fences cost almost half as much as orders from a profile company. But at the same time, it is difficult to name the exact amount of what the Eurofence on the site costs. It is important to consider:

1. The final cost is less affected by the difference in individual panels from the manufacturer and the complexity of the patterned finish, as well as the equipment and installation method. The exact price tags for finished panels are specified by region or selected from catalogs. Do not forget about the columns to fix the sections, which should be more than one, and the tops on the columns. From the total number of sections subtract the gap for the gate and the gate.

Attention: If it is unprofitable to install a fence around the entire perimeter of the site, then they are limited to the facade facing the street. Along the rest of the length, columns are installed and a chain-link is pulled, which will stand for more than one year.

2. You can save a lot on installing a concrete fence made of decorative blocks. If the minimum price of a running meter of an eurofence is from 1000 rubles, then installation services are priced at half. Installing a heavy solid fence with a foundation costs about the same as the fence itself. The cost of self-installation of the fence depends on how heavy the concrete sections are - whether there will be a need for lifting equipment. An important factor is excavation for columns that are being dug:

shovels by hand;
with the help of technology;
garden hole drill or other device.

3. The cost per linear meter depends on its height (the number of decorative panels for the fence in one section between the columns). Usually choose fences in 3 sections with the end point of the arch above eye level.

4. In case of self-manufacturing of decorative concrete fence posts, finials and stacking blocks, their cost is affected by:

type of reinforcement of sections and the cost of metal inside them;
the cost of molds for casting openwork blocks and formwork for solid sections;
the cost of the components for the concrete solution (river sand can sometimes be washed and sifted on its own);
complexity of the relief on the site;
the total number of elements.

The costs for the forms for solid and openwork sections and columns will pay off if, after the successful manufacture of a decorative concrete fence with your own hands, you start a mini-production. Surely, such a fence will be a little cheaper by someone in demand among friends or relatives. Used forms can also be purchased from ads and sold.

Tip: If you are not confident in your abilities, but you want to have an exclusive decorative fence on your site, develop your own version of the sections and let specialists make them to order. But a one-time work on an individual design, not stamping, will cost more.

Forms for decorative concrete fence

Forms for a decorative eurofence are easiest to buy ready-made, since there are many enterprises that specialize in their development and production. Solid sections are cast using formwork. Matrices for curly sections are also made independently - video at the end of the article.

Finished forms after purchase do not need additional processing. It is not difficult to choose a print for the most liked drawings - with such a large assortment. To date, about 30 matrix design options have been developed for casting sections, decorative elements and posts.

Forms and panels that seal them are produced from ABS plastic with imitation of a different pattern, for example:

wooden plank;
vine;
muslim side;
chip;
rope;
Kremlin wall;
convex brickwork;
concave masonry;
ancient mosaic;
rocky mountain;
Chinese Wall;
lock bars, etc.

There are also composite options for sections, where different materials are combined. The designers have also developed sections with jigsaw puzzle connection. The most common types of panels:

unilateral and bilateral;
solid (monolithic) lower smooth or textured (under wild stone, brickwork, cobblestone, tile, wood bark);
openwork (lattice, patterned, columnar) middle and combined (transitional);
top arches.

Making panels with your own hands using ready-made forms

For self-production you will need:

ready-made forms for a decorative fence made of concrete and for finials;
formwork for stamping pillars;
vibrating table for compaction of the mixture;
small concrete mixer;
apparatus for welding the reinforcing frame;
pallets or shields for drying ideas.

Tip: Buy ready-made forms, and there will be no problems with manufacturing. This is the best option for quick assembly of a standard design fence. The directory contains the following forms:

from silicone;
from plastic;
from polyurethane;
fiberglass;
from light metal.

There is a desire to do something exclusive - make matrices for the blocks yourself. There are several technologies for self-issuing forms, a good example is in the videos at the end of the article.

For the manufacture of panels and decorative finials on a concrete fence, consumables will be needed:

river sand;
small-sized crushed stone;
metal rod for reinforcement;
high viscosity cement;
plasticizers (to obtain a solution of the desired texture);
frost-resistant additives;
ready forms.

The basis of the mixture is an ordinary cement mortar, where crushed stone is added for stabilization. If there is a desire, the form can be sprinkled with granite chips, then on the front side it will have a more interesting texture, sparkling with crystals in the sun. When forming thin concrete products, one cannot do without a frame, and metal trimmings and rods that are connected by welding are suitable for reinforcement.

Tops or caps can be rounded or faceted, but you can do without them. Columns for fixing panels are cast using formwork. It is imperative to provide recesses in them, which are designed to hold the fence blocks.

Some of the materials used to make precast molds give some adhesion, making the finished product difficult to remove. To do this, you will need a stripping lubricant or a special liquid sprayed from an aerosol.

When the forms are prepared, the components for the mixture are poured into the concrete mixer in proportion - 2 parts of sand, 3 parts of fine gravel, 1 part of cement and water. In order for this base to be better mixed, it is better to add crushed stone and a plasticizer to the cement mixture, about half a percent of the total volume. The water repellent will increase the frost resistance of the blocks and water resistance, which is especially necessary for the lower blocks.

The vibrating table gives the best results - the blocks are uniform, without air inclusions. Do not forget to put a reinforcing frame on the mortar, which will drown itself during vibration.

Attention: If turning angles are to be made, then it is necessary to cast posts with grooves at an angle of 90°.

The base is poured in an open and closed way, but it is laborious for home conditions. It is used for casting double-sided decorative panels. Open pouring is much easier, it allows you to see preliminary results and eliminate air inclusions. To represent the entire casting process, watch the master class on the video:

Installing a decorative fence

After all the elements of the future eurofence have been prepared, it remains only to prepare the holes for the poles, marked out along a stretched rope. Places of fixing points for supports are marked with pegs. Pits are dug at an equal distance, while taking into account the shape of the column, into the grooves of which the panels will enter. It is important to accurately observe all the calculations so that you do not have to redo it. It is very convenient to dig holes with the help of mechanical devices.

To dig in the pillars, you will need crushed stone and sand for compaction, and the holes are poured on top with concrete for hardening. Be sure to check the verticality of the installation with a plumb line before the mortar sets. A foundation is laid under high heavy fences, but you can limit yourself to supports dug in the center.

The final stage is the laying of concrete slabs between the pillars. It is important to consider how these plates will rise and fall into the grooves. If the panels are light openwork, then two people are enough, and monolithic heavy blocks are understood by a crane. Upon completion of the work, the horizontals and verticals of the structure are checked, and all defects are eliminated. The finished fence can be whitewashed or painted with facade paint on concrete after priming. It is easier to work with a spray gun, but if you need to paint over individual parts, then this is done with a brush and roller - over smooth parts.