And just like we hang pictures on the walls, family photos and bright posters, we can decorate the fence with different works of art. Perhaps these solutions will prompt you to think about your own creativity.

The owner of this plot bought metal flowers, painted them with bright spray paint and placed them on garden fence. Simple and effective.

This one is decorated with a pattern of colored glass beads. To replicate this project, first draw the outline of the design with a pencil, marking the location of the hole for each ball. The drill you will use to make holes in the fence should be just a little smaller than the diameter of the ball. Then the balls will sit tightly in the holes. Before drilling, test the drill on some scrap piece of wood.

The letters are made from small branches glued onto plywood templates. Probably, every family has its own important words that deserve pride of place in the garden.

An old window from a country shed and two glass jars together they create a work of contemporary art. In order for the cans to stay on the fence more firmly, it is recommended to fill them halfway with clean small pebbles.

This is, of course, an option for those whose hands grow out of right place. On a white fence, a tree is skillfully painted with dark paint (we think it’s

For most residents of large cities, the dacha is the only place where they can not only take a break from their usual hectic life, but also, in a sense, recover and get the necessary supply of energy. Of course, it’s not possible to visit the dacha as often as we would like. But even in those short moments, it is necessary to find an opportunity not only to work in the garden or repair some element in the building, but also to relax. Sometimes it’s the work fresh air allows you to escape from any worries and forget about fatigue.

A wooden fence often gives way and loses appearance, so they put up a new fence and treat it with antifungal agents.

Coping with repairs is sometimes quite simple, but sometimes it is completely impossible to do something on your own. Most often, repair problems concern such building elements as fencing, roof and sewer system. Depending on how serious the damage is, as well as on the materials from which a particular structure is constructed, you can cope with the task yourself or resort to the help of professional workers.

Do-it-yourself fence repair at the dacha

In order to do slight recovery one or another part of the fence, you don’t have to resort to hiring workers, your own will be enough own strength. So, in order to replace several boards in one of the links, you must first completely dismantle the damaged materials. The same must be done with other materials. For example, if a chain-link fence has been damaged by something or has rusted, it is necessary not only to level it or put a patch on it, but to replace the entire damaged area.

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Do-it-yourself wooden fence repair at the dacha

There are several options according to which the need for restoration arises wooden fence. Most often this is due to the fact that this material is not very strong and reliable; it is exposed to moisture, harmful microorganisms and, quite naturally, is one of the most flammable materials. Therefore, even at the first construction stage, care must be taken to prevent the fence from being repaired too early.

So, the condition of a wooden fence can be affected by its long period of operation, damage by fungus or natural phenomena.

Boards or poles damaged by fungus must be replaced. To do this, you need to use materials such as:

• nail puller;
• saw;
• hammer;
• nails;
• plane.

First of all, using a nail puller and a saw, you need to disconnect with your own hands the part of the fence that was damaged. After this, you will need to prepare new materials to fill the resulting void between the boards or bars. If the lower part of the fence is damaged by fungus, this means that the soil is too wet. To ensure that neither the soil nor the fence gets wet later, it is necessary to avoid planting too bushy plants near the fence. In addition, it is necessary to leave a small gap (about 5-10 cm) between the lower edge of the fence and the ground surface, which will ensure ventilation of both the soil and building materials. If this event is not possible, it is necessary to trim the lower part of the fence waterproofing material. Roofing felt or roofing felt are suitable for this. This must be done at a distance of approximately 20-30 cm from the bottom edge of the boards.

In order to avoid exposure to insects or mold, you need to treat the wood with your own hands in advance with antiseptic solutions that counteract the above damage. Thus, you can restore one or another part of the fence with your own hands. But you can also hire professionals.

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Do-it-yourself brick fence repair at your dacha

Often, fence repairs are necessary not only due to the statute of limitations. There are also situations that force homeowners to begin some alterations even before certain fencing elements fail. The reason for such a quick repair may be any flaws made during the construction stage. Thus, in a brick fence, work on installing support pillars is often carried out incorrectly. Most often, these poles have a metal rod inside. It is used to strengthen the entire structure, which is subsequently finished with either metal or brick. In most cases, stone is used only on the surface of the earth. If a given metal rod (for example, a pipe) is completely bricked, then this is normal for the fence itself. If the same thing is observed in the place where the gate should be, then attaching metal doors to such supports will not work.

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How to remake the support pillars of a brick fence?

Many people mistakenly believe that the gate can be attached to 2-3 logs, which were previously welded to a metal pipe and removed from the brick lining. Such a small amount of metal is completely insufficient for the gate to be securely attached to these posts. In addition to smudges that leave rusty marks on brickwork, these lags will not allow you to do anything.

Therefore, if the metal rod still remains inside the brick post, you will have to dismantle the post and then make new brickwork, but in such a position that one side of the metal pipe protrudes from the brick. If you are not going to take such radical actions, you will have to use additional supports for the gate. To do this, you will need at least 2 more long pipes, which will be dug into the ground next to the brick pillars. They must be dug at least 70 cm into the ground when the height of the fence is 2 m. In order to prevent these supports from wobbling due to poorly compacted soil, you will need to place another pipe in the ground between them.

It is welded at both ends to the pillars already installed vertically. This pipe must be filled with concrete. It consists of:

• sand;
• cement;
• water;
• crushed stone;

First, cement and water are mixed, after which sand and crushed stone are added to the mixture. The first 2 ingredients must be taken in 1 part, and the next two – in 3 parts. Fill a pipe lying horizontally in the ground with this solution and let it dry for at least a day. After this, it will be possible to fill the resulting ditch with earth, sand or gravel. But even if after such measures you doubt the reliability of fastening the gate, you will need to secure these supports from above. To do this, you will need the same length of pipe that was lowered underground. It is also welded at both ends to the tops of those supports that are installed vertically next to the brick pillars. Do not forget that all untreated materials must first be cleaned of rust or other damage.

Thus, if you organize the repair of a wooden fence, then you will probably be able to successfully cope with this task even alone. When repairing brick fences, you will most likely have to seek help from specialists. After all, for example, when remaking gate posts, the work of a welder will be required. You should not undertake this activity unless you have the appropriate qualifications.

Repair or replacement of the fence is required after several years of fencing service, when the entire structure or its individual parts become faulty. Choice of restoration or complete replacement fence depends on the degree of wear and damage, but repairs still take less time and cost, which is why restoration of the destroyed section is often chosen.

Why are fences destroyed?

It must be remembered that fences break not only as a result of mechanical impact. The main destructive factor is environment, in particular - moisture. It is constantly in the air, in rain, fog and snow. Getting on a fence made of any material, it penetrates its body and begins corrosive or putrefactive processes. As a result, the boards turn into dust over time, the concrete crumbles, the brick softens, and the metal rusts. Of course, this is subject to the violation of the protective layer of materials used in construction. What if there was no waterproofing treatment?

Another reason is more obvious: mechanical stress and damage. The list is long:

• A car accidentally drove into the fence. In this case, it does not matter what the fence is made of - metal, concrete, wood, the degree of destruction depends on the power of the collision;
• Any blows are detrimental to corrugated sheets, mesh, wood;
• Unsuccessful section dismantling in case of repair work communications, etc.

The damage and method of restoration are determined based on the degree of damage and destruction:

• If one or more sections are damaged, it is advisable to carry out local repairs of the fence yourself without the services of professionals.
• If deformation occurs throughout the fence, the scale of the proposed work should be assessed. If the boards are rotten, they must be replaced completely along the entire perimeter, leaving only healthy ones.
• Repair of reinforced concrete and concrete fences has a reliable foundation. If the lower tier is intact, there is no need to completely demolish the structure.
• If a fence made of individual sections made of corrugated sheets has collapsed, an assessment should be made based on the condition of the supporting frame.

Now we’ll talk about the defects of individual fences and how to restore them.

Wooden fences

Fencing made of wooden picket fence or boards - a classic of the dacha genre. Well-made fences look neat and complete, reliably protecting the territory from prying eyes and dishonest thieves.

To prevent destruction in advance, everything wooden elements Before building the fence, it is necessary to carefully treat it with stain and antifungal compounds. This will protect the wood from getting wet and rotting.

If decay processes have begun, a number of measures must be taken:

• 1) From surviving but partially damaged boards, it is necessary to remove foci of putrefaction, clean out the defects with a spatula and brush;
• 2) Fill the cleared recesses with putty;
• 3) It wouldn’t hurt to prime the wood and cover it with enamel or a new layer of stain.

If the picket fence was covered with paint, it must be cleaned off as much as possible before painting.

In case of total damage to the boards or crossbars, it will be necessary to complete renovation wooden fence. To do this, you will have to dismantle the destroyed parts and replace them with new ones. If the picket fence is intact but the supporting beam has begun to rot, carefully remove the cross members, replace the horizontal beam and reattach the picket fence.

Repair of metal fences

Despite the strength of the metal, fences made of corrugated sheets, metal picket fences and forged sections also fail. What kind of damage may occur:

• Section failure. This occurs as a result of corrosion of the weld or disintegration of the joint (a washer flew off, a bolt broke, etc.).
• Tearing off of a metal picket fence. This can happen for the same reasons as section failure: welding corrosion or mechanical impact (caught by a machine, for example).
• Less often, fences collapse due to unreliable fastening of the supports to the ground.

Repairing a fence made of corrugated board or picket fence begins with the complete removal of a section or a separate rod. Then the welding site is cleaned. You can use a wire brush and sandpaper, the process is faster electric tool- Bulgarian.

A new or straightened corrugated sheet is fixed onto the cleaned guides by welding or bolting.

The same is done with torn rods, corners, and pipes: vertical enclosing elements are reattached to the previously cleaned guide by welding. For a wide picket fence and pipe, fastening with metal screws can be used.

To prevent corrosion metal fence all its components must be coated with primer-enamel and updated as necessary every few years. The resulting rust is cleaned off with sandpaper or a grinder, and an anti-corrosion compound is applied on top.

Another problem with fences made of corrugated sheets is the violation of the integrity of the polymer protective layer, which is why steel corrosion begins to develop. To eliminate this defect, it is better to seek help from professionals: they will carefully remove the pathology and restore the color of the damaged area using enamels from the RAL table.

Concrete and reinforced concrete

Repair of a reinforced concrete fence is necessary when potholes form on the structure and exposed reinforcement. Chips occur due to weather conditions, mainly due to water, which is absorbed into the concrete, and in cold weather, expanding, disrupting the structure of the stone. As a result, the working fittings become wet and rust. If you notice such damage, immediately begin repairing the concrete fence, no matter the size of the defect formed.

What you will need to restore the integrity of a stone fence:

• Wire brush and sandpaper;
• Primer for outdoor use on stone;
• Concrete mortar or repair mixture;
• Devices for formwork.

How to carry out repair work:

1. We clear the site of destruction from loose stone. There should be a strong surface left.
2. Next, we remove corrosion from metal fittings. We use a brush and sandpaper. In this case, a grinder can remove too much of a healthy surface, so you should give preference manual method. Although, this is rather a matter of skill.
3. When both materials are cleaned, processing can begin. Cover the base with primer street use. Optimally select soil deep penetration for stone - it goes better with a concrete base. It is better not to use a primer for metal separately - it has similar properties to regular enamel and reduces adhesion between the reinforcement and the stone. Moreover, the rods will be hidden under a layer of concrete; this protection will be sufficient. Apply 2 layers of primer, allowing each to dry according to the instructions.
4. In case of significant destruction, the construction of small formwork will be required to restore the shape of the concrete fence. For this you can use sheets of plywood or a board. The frame should be assembled separately, attaching it to the base using reinforcement. Formwork is not required if the potholes are minor and the external contours do not need to be restored.
5. We prepare cement mortar or mix the repair mixture.
6. We put the solution into the formwork or distribute it over the defective surface.
7. All that remains is to wait for the concrete to set and proceed with further finishing, if any.

The most important thing in repairing a reinforced concrete fence is not to miss the moment and do the work on time, before the structure loses its load-bearing capabilities irrevocably.

Brick fence

What the owner of a brick fence may encounter:

• Peeling of bricks and partial crumbling of walls;
• Rolling of a section or the entire fence.

In the first case we're talking about about changing the structure ceramic bricks under the influence of moisture and weather factors. The front walls gradually peel off, and it is virtually impossible to prevent the process that has begun. To reduce the risk of this phenomenon, during the construction stage it is necessary to equip the top of the fence with drainage devices that will not allow rainwater to flow down the walls.

How to repair a brick fence when the walls are peeling:

• 1) Clean the surface from loose material;
• 2) Prime with a compound for exterior use;
• 3) Plaster. This is the only way to save the appearance of the fence. Another option is to paint the brickwork with a weather-resistant compound, but the exterior of such a fence will definitely not please you; this is an economical option to urgently stop the destruction.

It is necessary to fill the seams regularly - they also tend to weaken. To do this, fill them with cement mortar and embroider with a curly tool.

Things are more complicated with the tilt of the fence. There are 2 options here:

1. If the foundation has a solid base along the entire perimeter, the only way out is to demolish the old structure and build a new one.
2. If the foundation is made pointwise only for the supports, you can try to level the leaning ones. To do this, they are leveled with a jack and the base is strengthened.

In the case of a tilted brick fence, you should seek help from specialists: only they can identify the cause of the tilt and determine the feasibility of repairs, because in the case of such a massive structure, an error will result in significant financial and time costs.

Bases and supports

For any fences, the frame is the most loaded part of the structure. Special attention pay attention to foundations and support posts.

It is easy to detect a violation in the functioning of the foundation - the fence will tilt or shift relative to the originally laid plane. Then the corrugated sheet will bend like a sheet of paper, the wooden crossbars may crack and break, and cracks will appear in the concrete and brick. Correcting defects in the foundation is not easy - the decision in each case will depend on the type of foundation and fence.

It's easier with supports:

• Wooden posts must be carefully treated with antiseptics and water-repellent enamels. If the stand begins to rot, it is better to replace it with a new one, because the loss bearing capacity is already happening.
• Metal pipes and channels are coated with primer-enamel to prevent corrosion.

For reliability, the supports are concreted at the base.

To correct the position of the tilted support, fence crossbars and sheets should be removed to prevent them from breaking.

Most restoration work can be done independently without the help of professionals. But if the defect is complex, for example, in the case of a massive structure or a broken foundation, you should contact specialists: you will have to pay for their work, but this measure will help save money on possible mistakes made if the work is carried out incorrectly.

The need to update a fence comes when it has served you well for several years, is in good condition, but looks like an old fence. Instead of building a new fence, you can upgrade your fence by giving it a new life. You need to take a walk along the fence and evaluate general state. Highlight any damage to the fence that can be repaired or replaced. new panel. Make sure the fence posts are still in good condition and firmly in the ground. If you can rent washing machine high pressure, then applied to the fence, you can use this solution to remove mold and insect damage. Wash off dirt and dust from the fence twice to identify hidden damage. After cleaning, you will find that the concrete fence looks much better than it seemed at first glance.

Swipe Maintenance

While the fence is drying after pressure cleaning, you can work around the fence and install missing fence panels or replace galvanized nails (screws). Cracked and split panel elements, fence posts, can be repaired using construction adhesive. You can make a thick glue mixture that can be applied even to large holes. If you're going to paint your fence to give it a fresh, updated look, you'll want to cover the plants that grow next to the fence. protective film or cloth. You can also use newspapers and unfolded carton boxes However, do not leave the coating on for too long. While you are covering plants, you may discover rare and protected plants in your yard. The correct solution would be to note and inform your local botanical garden. If you want to protect any metal fence elements, such as hinges and latches on gates, you can use construction tape. On the other side, the best solution It may be necessary to paint metal elements, since paint prevents rust. If you decide to cover metal elements, do not forget to remove the construction tape when you are finished. You can also take additional care of the metal elements by coating them with wax.

Painting the fence

While painting the fence provides significant protection from weather conditions, it is worth taking care of an additional layer of sealant. An effective solution will be the use of paint based on sealant, which will save you a significant amount of time. Painting a fence without sealant, only for short term will protect the fence, after which you will have to repeat the work. The wood will likely be dry. It means that wooden surface the fence will absorb significantly more paint than you might expect. Be careful when purchasing paint; be sure to take extra paint. However, there is also good news, dry wood dries faster. One good coat of paint should be enough, but if you see some areas that you think need more paint on the fence, paint. Remember that sealant and paint perform different functions, however, only combined use guarantees a long service life of the fence.

From this article you will learn how to carry out routine repairs to a brick or stone fence. We will tell you what tools and materials you will need for this, give advice on repairing the foundation and masonry, and list methods for eliminating cracks, sealing and undoing joints.

Foundation condition analysis

As a result winter frosts, thaws and spring melting of snow, the foundation of a stone fence can be flooded, sag or swell. The appearance of such serious problems usually means that the following mistakes were initially made when constructing the foundation:

• ignoring the structural features of the soil and topography on the site;
• insufficient foundation depth;
• incorrect base (cushion) arrangement;
• lack of reinforcement;
• lack of drainage;
• low quality of the filling itself.

Visually, all this manifests itself in the form of deep through cracks across the entire width and height of the foundation, displacement of rows and noticeable deformations (deflections or swelling) of the brick or stone masonry.

Attempts to repair such a section of the fence using piles, backfilling and soil compaction, or additional concrete pouring will, at best, lead to further destruction of the foundation and masonry only being delayed for several months, and at worst (which happens much more often) - to uneven redistribution load and the beginning of destruction of adjacent sections of the fence. Therefore the only thing the right decision usually involves complete dismantling and replacement of the entire section of the fence with careful adherence to technology.

Repairing foundation cracks

If the foundation and masonry are not visually displaced, then to determine the nature of the crack (active, expanding or passive), it is necessary to examine this section of the fence using a level and plumb line, and also apply a thin layer alabaster or cement mortar(lighthouse). If after a week the lighthouse remains intact, and the crack itself is short and not through, then it is enough to seal it with a solution of the same brand as when pouring the foundation.

Attention! It is necessary to repair even the smallest and most harmless-looking cracks in the foundation immediately after they are discovered, since moisture entering the cracks and plant roots will tirelessly work to expand them.

Required tools:

• chisel;
• hammer;
• metal brush;
• trowel;
• device for washing cracks with water under pressure.

Work order:

• widen the cracks with a chisel, remove crumbled pieces of cement along its edges;
• remove cement and stone chips, clean cracks using metal brush;
• rinse with water under pressure, remove dust;
• fill the cracks with cement mortar.

Repair of support pillars

Due to the presence of a foundation, ordinary supports of a stone or brick fence primarily perform not a load-bearing, but a decorative function. The only exceptions are support pillars, to which gates and gates are attached. Being made of the same material as the main masonry of the fence, the supporting pillars must either have a support inside metal pipe, or be reinforced externally along the entire height with a welded frame made of metal corners and stripes. The gate is attached to such an internal or external frame.

If it is stone or brick pillar has already cracked, unable to bear the weight incorrectly installed gates, then any attempts to seal the fasteners back into the masonry will be useless. In this case, it is advisable to completely disassemble the pillar (including dismantling the foundation) and reassemble it, installing a metal pipe inside it and welding the gate fastening elements directly to it. Regardless of the depth of the foundation, the support pipe must be buried at least 70 cm into the ground.

A compromise option for repairing load-bearing brick or stone pillar(without disassembly) includes the following steps:

• complete removal of metal fasteners from the masonry;
• replacing damaged bricks;
• sealing cracks and holes in masonry;
• strengthening the post at all four corners with a frame of metal corners (they need to be connected to each other using metal strips welded or screwed every 40-50 cm).

Identifying cracks in masonry and the causes of their occurrence

Before starting to repair any crack in the masonry of the fence, it is necessary to find out and eliminate the cause of its occurrence, otherwise the repair will be useless. Cracks in brickwork occur for the following reasons:

1. Combined exposure to moisture, frost and sun.
2. Problems with the foundation of the fence (their elimination is described above).
3. Use of unsuitable types of bricks.
4. Poor foundation waterproofing.
5. Use in one masonry different brands bricks and types of stone.

It is obvious that problems caused by the use of materials that are completely unsuitable for laying a fence (for example, unfired, hollow, silicate or insufficiently frost-resistant bricks), as well as the use of different types stone in one masonry can only be solved by dismantling and replacing the entire problem area of ​​the masonry. The same applies to cases where the waterproofing substrate between the foundation and the masonry was not initially installed correctly.

Classification and elimination of cracks, replacement of cracked bricks

Let's consider repairing cracks in the masonry of a fence that are not caused by problems with its foundation, that is, arising as a result atmospheric influences and natural deterioration of brick and concrete.

Required tools:

• chisel or scarpel;
• hammer;
• perforator;
• metal brush;
• flushing tool;
• trowel;
• injector tube and syringe for pumping solution;
• drill and hacksaw for metal.

Work order:

• installation and subsequent testing of beacons (see above);
• widening the crack with a chisel, cleaning it with a brush and rinsing with water under pressure;
• manual filling with mortar (for shallow cracks up to 8 mm wide);
• drilling a hole with a hammer drill and pumping mortar into the masonry (for deep cracks up to 20 mm wide);
• removal of crumbled or split fragments of masonry and installation of a lock from new bricks (for cracks more than 20 mm wide);
• installation on both sides of the fence of overlays made of metal strips or profile sections attached to the masonry with through bolts or anchors (in the case of particularly long and deep cracks).

In the latter case, strip steel with a width of at least 50 mm and a thickness of at least 5 mm is used as linings, and metal rods with a thickness of at least 20 mm are used as anchors. The distance between the anchor points should be equal to twice the wall thickness.

Final stage: cleaning, sealing and jointing of masonry joints

Required tools:

• for cleaning seams - the same as those used for cleaning and sealing cracks;
• for filling the joints with mortar - a trowel, vertical and horizontal jointing, wooden slats, plaster falcon.

Work order:

• cleaning damaged seams from dirt and remnants of old mortar to a depth of 15-20 mm;
• wetting the masonry with water;
• filling the joints with mortar;
• compaction of the solution and creation the desired shape the seam using jointing of a suitable size (after the solution has set a little to a plastic state);
• remove any remaining solution using a brush or cloth.