Wicker fence

In private households it is customary to wall out their territory, protecting them from unauthorized eyes and uninvited guests. And today for this most often apply wood or brick. But if there is a need for a decorative fence in the country, wicker fences will do the trick.

They differ in their size (height), as well as in the material of manufacture. A braided fence can be from a vine, branches or rattan, artificial and natural. In addition, by the method of weaving, they can be not only horizontal, but also vertical. But first things first.

Types of wicker fences

If we consider the types of wattle fences according to the material of manufacture, then we can name such their main varieties:

1. A wicker fence made of willow or hazel is made from flexible sheds. He needs smooth, flexible, long shoots. They are cut in late autumn, when they no longer have leaves, but the juice has not yet stopped. After collection and before the beginning of weaving, they are pre-soaked to give additional flexibility. Then it will be easier to bind them and create beautiful patterns. In this case, thicker branches (about 4 cm in diameter) serve as supports.
2. Wicker fences made of wood (branches) are another kind of fence. For this, thicker and denser branches are used, but with a thin core. It is desirable that they do not have growths, knots and all sorts of damage. As a tree for the collection of sticks any kinds of willow are suitable, the best is considered almond (or belly). Fences from them are obtained not less decorative and attractive.
3. Wicker fence made of rattan . Natural rattan is cleaned and dried stalks of rattan. This tropical plant grows in the southeast of Asia and in Africa. The resulting lozin can be from 80 to 300 meters in length, they are very flexible and durable, so they often make not only fences, but also furniture. Look products made of natural rattan very attractive.
4. A plastic wicker fence is, if I may say so, a modern tribute to village traditions. For them, using artificial rattan and imitating other natural materials - boards, for example. The appearance of such structures is very attractive, they are quite suitable for the design of the site in a rural style. In this case, plastic is moisture resistant and very durable material, so this fence will serve you for many years.

As already mentioned at the beginning, a woven fence can be of two kinds depending on the direction of the weaving:

1. A horizontal braided fence is the most common type, can be made from any of the above material. In this case, the fence is padded by the passage of vines, sticks, boards, branches between pre-installed vertical pegs.
2. Vertical wicker fence - the original solution for decorating the site. In addition, such a fence with time can turn into a hedge, as the vine has the property to take root with the proper moistening of the soil.

Advantages of wicker fences

The main advantage of such designs is their great decorativeness. They sometimes become a work of art. Low and high, they are an excellent addition to the beautiful landscape design.

The second is unquestionable plus is environmental friendliness. Such fences do not contain anything harmful and dangerous to human health.

Also, their attractive low cost, and if you decide to weave the wattle, it will not cost you anything. In addition, this fence is very easy to assemble, so the process of decorating the local area will become simple and quick. And the received visual effect will pleasantly please the eye.