Metal picket fence - photo of eurofences made of iron corrugated board

Modern types of fences meet all the necessary requirements. They are of high quality, beautiful and affordable. One of them is the eurofence. A fence made of high-quality metal picket fence is ideal not only for enclosing a house area, but also for zoning flower beds and lawns.

Metal picket fence - a worthy alternative to the traditional wooden counterpart

Advantages and disadvantages of a fence made of euro shtaketnik

Galvanized steel sheets are used in the production of euro shtaketnik. To protect them from the effects of weather conditions, they are often covered with a layer of polymer. Protection with an anti-corrosion compound gives additional strength to the metal fence.

When installing the fence, there is no need to cut the metal lengthwise - with the help of separate pickets, it is easy to adjust the length of each span

This type of product has many advantages:

• durability of the material (does not require replacement up to 30 years);
• it is possible to replace a separate part of the fence (a new element of a similar structure and color is easily installed);
• optimal ratio of quality and price;
• good air circulation and light transmission;
• simple installation process due to simplified assembly;
• do not fade in the sun, moisture resistant and do not rust;
• do not require regular antiseptic treatment;
• aesthetic appearance and various designs;
• versatile (suitable for any architectural style);
• look beautiful both independently and in combination with a stone or brick base;
• the possibility of painting metal strips in a different color;
• material safety (fire-resistant iron picket fence);
• does not shrink (with correct installation work, the evenness of the picket fence is maintained for a long time).

To replace a damaged section on such a fence, it is enough to unscrew a self-tapping screw or drill a rivet, and then put a new element of the same color

The picket fence for the fence also has disadvantages, which you should familiarize yourself with before installation:

• the presence of gaps opens access to viewing the territory of the house for unauthorized persons;
• in the presence of sharp edges and the absence of rolling, it is traumatic;
• difficulty in identifying good quality;
• installation requires laborious and expensive fasteners - rivets or self-tapping screws with a press washer;
• does not protect plants from wind gusts.

The appearance of a fence made of a metal picket fence depends on the shape and color of the plates, as well as on the method of fastening and the arrangement of the pickets

How to choose a picket fence

Fence manufacturers offer more than 20 types of fence materials. They differ in the type of profile, manufacturing method, color and dimensions.

The main types of profiles for a metal fence

How to choose the size

The size of the picket fence for the fence from the profiled sheet is determined based on the personal preferences of the customer. The height of the metal pickets is limited by the size of the corrugated board. Most manufacturers offer products up to 3 m in length, in rare cases up to 6 m.

Scheme of a fence section made of a metal picket fence

Standard sizes are provided for the picket fence: 1.5 m, 1.8 m, 2 m and 2.2 m. The picket fence thickness ranges from 0.4 to 1.5 mm (running size 0.5 mm). The width of the slats varies from 70 to 128 mm. The parameter depends on the type of profile sheet and the installation method. However, at the request of the customer, a fence of any size is made.

There are two ways to place the picket fence - on one side of the vein or on both sides.

Mounting options

There are several options for fixing the picket fence. The most common ways of mounting a fence from different types of picket fence:

• Vertical. Installation of strips does not require strengthening the rigidity of the structure. Therefore, there is no need for additional transverse lags.
  

  Fencing of a summer cottage from vertically placed picket fences fixed to a profile pipe between steel pillars

• Horizontal. Requires fastening of additional non-standard pillars. Their absence can lead to sagging of the slats and deformation of the fence.
  

  Fence made of horizontally arranged picket fence with decorative coating

• Double row (staggered). The checkerboard provides for the installation of the plank to the transverse lags on both sides so that they overlap each other by at least 1 cm. For this, the distance between the metal strips is made less than their width.
  

  The checkerboard fence will not show through, but will require much more material

• Single row. The fixation of the pickets takes place in one layer. Often, the gap between the strips is about ⅔ of their width, which makes the area well visible.
  

  Material consumption directly depends on the distance between the pickets

• Combined. A metal picket fence in combination with corrugated board gives the design originality. One of the options is a fence with concrete posts made of alternating picket fences and corrugated sheets.
  

  The photo shows an example of a combined fencing of a suburban area

Other design options are possible: in the form of a trapezoid, wave, ladder, herringbone or arc.

I use a picket fence of different lengths, you can assemble sections in the form of a "ladder" or "herringbone"

To protect the picket boards from bending, use a U-shaped bar

Color scheme

A large selection of color palettes allows you to choose the most optimal option. To choose the right color, you need to adhere to some rules:

• the combination of a fence with a roof looks good;
• the application of the principle of contrast between the color of the roof and the building material is relevant;
• the use of a metal picket gradient (the color does not matter, a smooth transition from light to dark and vice versa is possible).

A metal picket fence for a fence is sold ready for installation and does not require preliminary painting. During operation, the color of the stripes can be repainted on your own.

White picket fence on green posts

Orange picket fence between dark brown pillars

Blue fence with decorative brick pillars

Types of colors euroshtaketnik

The color scheme can be very different, with a matte, glossy effect or with a textured finish. The classic colors are brown, green and dark red. However, there is a picket fence in neutral tones, chocolate shade, wet asphalt, black, white and other bright colors.

The color assortment of the picket fence is very wide - everyone can choose the appropriate option

The most harmonious look is the color imitation of natural materials - stone, brick, wood or the texture of a coniferous board.

Fence-checkerboard with imitation of natural wood

Solid fence under a stone from a picket fence, fixed without gaps

Methods for painting euroshtaketnik

Painting not only decorates the appearance of the eurofence, but also performs a protective function against an aggressive environment. There are several options for galvanized metal coating:

1. Unilateral. The coating is applied on one side only. In this case, the colored part of the fence will face the street with its front side, and the inside will remain a light shade.
2. Double-sided. The metal is painted on both sides, which increases its cost by 10-15%.

Coloring is polymer and powder. In the first case, the coating is made on special equipment in a production environment. With the correct application technology, the metal can withstand high mechanical stress and sudden temperature changes. If the material is damaged, the surface will not rust.

Multilayer protective coating, rolled edges - signs of good quality metal picket fence

A powder-coated picket fence is a more budget-friendly option, but with a shorter lifespan. Even a small scratch can cause rust.

The metal picket fence goes well with brick or stone-faced pillars

Conclusion

A wide range of building materials enables the buyer to choose an original and high-quality option. Everyone can find a suitable product that meets all the necessary characteristics. The picket fence is a reliable fence that will last for more than a dozen years.

Video: Building a fence from a metal picket fence

Photo of fences made of metal picket fence