If you want to partially hide your privacy, but do not want to be completely isolated from the surrounding space by blank walls, then the option of lining the veranda is suitable for this purpose as well as possible. The article discusses this indispensable design to create a private territory, types and materials, do-it-yourself installation of the structure.

Types of lathing for verandas

Wood lattice panels are a great way to refresh the look of your veranda. The crate performs not only a decorative function, decorates the house, makes it cozy, but also protects from prying eyes - the room is hidden from view from the outside, which creates privacy, but everything is clearly visible on the street. At the same time, the movement of fresh air is preserved, and the veranda takes on a complete look.

Did you know? The term "porch" is of Indian origin, which means "a place that leads out", that is, a long, open room with a roof.

You can add a decorative grill on all sides of the structure or select only some openings. It is easy to install a mosquito net on it and protect yourself from annoying insects. In the summer, it will provide shading of the internal space, and the climbing plants planted nearby use it as a support.

According to the form of construction

You can mount the crate directly on the pillars of the veranda or first make a frame with trims, and then install it in the opening.

According to the form of placing the rails on the crate, you can choose several options for the drawings that form the planks:

• diagonal placement - with this set, a decorative lattice is obtained with diamond-shaped cells, the size of which depends on the initial marking, the thickness of the rails, the distance between the strips. When alternating short and long steps, an interesting form of a dense mesh is obtained, and the arrangement of the rails at different angles of inclination forms a simple and expanding diamond pattern;
• direct dial - the cells are rectangular, their size depends on the number of strips in the connection, this option is simpler to manufacture and is suitable as a trellis for climbing plants;
• chevron - the drawing consists of two strips, the strips are connected by the ends at an angle with a graphic sign in the form of a Latin letter V;
• mill - fan-shaped connection from one base point.

Having the experience of woodcarving, you can make a lace lattice that will decorate the veranda in oriental or ethnic style and will become a stylish element of decor.

By material

You can make the crate of wood or metal.

A tree is more often chosen for such purposes, since it:

• easier to handle;
• It is presented in a wide range of lumber with different price categories;
• has an aesthetic appearance;
• does not require special skills, and such a design is quite realistic to assemble yourself.

You can paint a wooden crate in any color, which gives scope for design solutions. The softness of wood can be used to create rounded shapes and carved elements.

For the manufacture of lumber of different species of wood:

• oak - has high strength and durability, but processing requires certain skills, and the price of wood is high;
• larch - resistant to moisture, in density not inferior to oak materials, but more malleable in processing;
• ash - moderately strong and resistant to rotting wood, has an attractive appearance with a light shade and pronounced texture, is easily processed;
• beech - It has pink wood, which is attractive in design, but will not last long;
• coniferous wood - resistant to decay due to resinous substances, has a pleasant aroma, easy to process.

Based on the price category, the most expensive are larch or oak, medium - beech, walnut, acacia. With limited material capabilities, you can choose a cheaper pine.

Inexpensive hardwoods (for example, linden) are not suitable for lining on the external veranda - they will not last long in street conditions even if there is impregnation and painting. A correctly made and carefully crafted wooden structure will last a long time, perfectly coping with atmospheric conditions in the form of sun, snow, rain. The disadvantage of a wooden block is only the need for periodic updating of the protective coating.

Plastic constructions can also be made independently - they are quick and easy to assemble., they are convenient in the form of support for climbing plants, the material does not decay and does not corrode, but the natural lightness and attractiveness of the tree, the solidity and solidity of the metal are lost. The metal crate is more durable and stronger, but it is an expensive material, and such a design is more heavy and bulky, which requires a powerful base of the veranda. In addition, when working with metal, certain skills and experience are needed, and sometimes additional equipment and tools.

How to make a lattice of wood

You can make decorative elements in the form of a lattice yourself, having the most elementary skills in working with wood. At the same time, the process is not burdensome, satisfies and allows you to save finances. Buying expensive materials is cheaper than purchasing finished lattice frames.

Important! It is advisable to paint the parts before assembly, since after fixing there are difficulties with this process due to the large number of angles and joints.

Start work by measuring the dimensions of the openings that will be covered with a crate, and preparing a sketch in size. Having made the necessary calculations, you can significantly win as a finished product and save material on it. The project approach will determine the size of the openings, the number of elements, the method of attachment, the order and shape of the connection. It is advisable to make a schematic sketch of the veranda to imagine how the selected mesh pattern will look on the finished product and fit into the general view. The preparation stage also includes sanding of all surfaces, impregnation of wood with antiseptic compounds.

Video: making the lathing for the veranda

Necessary materials and tools

Before completing the task it is necessary to prepare everything you need.

For the high-quality implementation of the project, the following materials and tools will be needed:

• dry planed rail 2 × 2, 1 × 3 or 1.8 × 3.5 cm, wooden block 2 × 2, 4 × 4 or 5 × 5 cm (sizes are chosen as desired);
• antiseptic composition;
• paintwork;
• a hacksaw or an end saw to create a cut at an angle of 45 °;
• pencil;
• chisel, hammer;
• screwdriver;
• nails or self-tapping screws (5 × 90 for the main corner mounts of the uprights and 4 × 70 for other joints - and here options are possible depending on the thickness of the slats and timber);
• stapler with staples;
• glue for wood;
• square, measuring ruler or tape measure;
• individual protection means.

The sizes of the strips are selected individually, but they must be dry, clean, without knots. Freshly sawn wood is not suitable for outdoor use - it is deformed and cracked.

Frame manufacturing

The frame is the base on which the grille bars are mounted. Traditionally, it is made from the same timber as the individual trims. The most important thing is to keep the shape right. The frame beam is connected at right angles and fastened at the ends with a screwdriver and, using a square, check the 90 ° slope. Special strength is not required here, since the design will also be strengthened by the fastening of the slats.

Important! In the manufacture of the frame structure of the crate, its dimensions should be 5–10 mm smaller than the dimensions of the opening itself.

You can make a double frame. In this case, the strips are mounted on one and the fastenings are closed on the other. As a result, the design looks the same on both sides and more accurately. The dimensions of each paired frame should be equal. A double frame is used in the crate of an open opening to hide the attachment points. If there is a window platband, then it will close unsightly places, and you can do with an ordinary design by placing the connection of the strips outward.

Rail mounting

After the frame is ready, proceed to the set of prepared trims in accordance with the selected grid pattern. The most common are perpendicular or diagonal arrangement at an angle of 45 °. First, the frame is marked with segments, providing a constant step, parallelism, position and direction of the individual strips. The accuracy of the layout will determine the correct location of the crate elements and the appearance of the finished product.

They begin to fill the frame with pre-prepared rails, cut to the desired size. The shortest planks are located at the corners, and the longest along the diagonal. With direct filling, all elements are the same length. Parts are attached to the inner surface of the frame with nails or self-tapping screws. First they fill the rails in one direction, then in the transverse. Between themselves at the connection points they are fastened with nails. If a double crate is provided, then the resulting structure is covered from above with a second cooked frame and fastened together. In the future, the visible places of cuts and caps of nails should be painted over.

Installation of the crate without a frame

You can mount the crate directly on the pillars or fill the base of the bar on them.

Further, the filling principle is the same:

1. The rail is cut at an angle of 45 °.
2. They begin to fill from one corner so that the slats create a diagonal pattern. Having filled one direction, they move to another while maintaining the diamond-shaped crossing of the planks.
3. The place of abutment of the strap to the column is lubricated with glue.
4. Finally connect the rail to the pole beam using a stapler or nails.
5. The joints of the rails of different directions are marked with a pencil and glue is applied for fixation.
6. When installing individual planks with control bars, check the distance between the rails. Then the stapler or nails are finally fixed.
7. To hide the fasteners, they are drowned inside a wooden beam, and then covered with putty and painted over.

The construction method of the lattice "groove in the groove"

In the manufacture of crates by the method of "groove in the groove" produce cutting acquired rails.

To do this, you need additional equipment:

• slot milling machine;
• circular saw for cutting;
• surface gage for marking elements of the same thickness.

With this method of building crates, cuts (grooves) are made at the intersections of the rails to a depth of half the thickness of the plank and a section equal to the width. After joining the groove into the groove, the design is monolithic and holistic.

After harvesting the rails in an amount sufficient to fill the entire size of the opening, the strips are disassembled in turn, the grooves are smeared with glue and reconnected, which gives the grate additional strength. The entire structure should be placed under the press in order to avoid deformation of thin rails and for more reliable bonding. If the farm does not have the necessary equipment, then you can order slats with grooves in a woodworking workshop, and then assemble the structure yourself.

Did you know? There are compounds of wood structures called dovetail. They are known for their resiliency and can be used to fasten furniture items without any mechanical parts.

You can apply another reliable method - the "thorn groove" and assemble the crate elements into a single design. The essence of this fastening: at the ends of two connected elements, a spike is made (on one), which is inserted into the cut-out groove (on the other). For the purpose of better fixation, the attachment point is coated with wood glue and the correct angular position is checked. Additional strength can be provided by strengthening the joints with screws. In this way, the entire crate is formed. To make the connecting elements, you can use a milling cutter or do with a conventional hand tool (chisel, hacksaw, ruler).

Wood processing and painting

The durability of wood products gives proper processing and painting. Special coatings provide protection against negative climatic factors (moisture, heat, frost, temperature changes) and from damage by harmful insects.

Important! During the manufacture and assembly of individual elements, processing and painting, personal protective equipment must be used: clothes with sleeves, gloves, glasses, a mask.

To this end, antiseptic impregnation is carried out using means available on the market. These substances differ in the content of biocides and the ability to penetrate deeply into wood. They can be based on oils or solvents. The choice depends on the operating conditions. If the grill will be used in a dry room, a simple antiseptic for biosecurity will do. If the crate is exposed to atmospheric factors, then it is necessary to choose drugs that can provide the tree with water-repellent properties. You can give the wood a shine, preserve its natural look and texture, or completely change the color depending on the chosen processing method.

Oil-based impregnation is the simplest, because the drug penetrates deeply, leaving no outer layer, and emphasizes the natural beauty of the tree, effectively protects the wood from dirt, water and ultraviolet radiation. In the next treatment, oil can be applied again without cleaning the surface.

Painting or varnishing performs not only protective functions, but also decorative ones. The choice of funds should also be based on the stability of the product to adverse factors - the better the coating materials, the longer the crate will last without additional processing. On sale are mixtures of protective preparations that combine the characteristics of paints and varnishes (coatings)

Processing and painting of individual elements of the crate is carried out at the initial stage in a disassembled form, which provides a more thorough application of protection. The wood surface must be clean and dry. The assembly is started after the parts have completely dried.

The manufacture of metal lathing

There is another option for manufacturing lattice structures using metal materials. They differ from wooden crates not only in strength or quality, but also in high price; they are made of a metal bar of square or round cross-section, profile or forging elements.

According to the manufacturing method, there are crates:

• welded - An inexpensive and convenient option where the parts are connected to each other by welding;
• forged - the forging method requires skill and allows you to create an original design, the design is durable and beautiful, but is performed in a forge.

For the manufacture of such a crate, metalwork skills and additional tools and materials are necessary:

• welding machine;
• metal rod or profile;
• brackets, screws for fastening;
• cutting tools (hacksaw, metal scissors).

Work sequence:

1. In accordance with the size of the opening, calculate the required number and size of elements.
2. Cut metal parts for the crate.
3. Form the structure in accordance with the selected pattern.
4. Connect the elements at the points of contact with each other by welding.
5. Install the finished grill in the opening and secure with brackets.

After completing the installation of the grill, the openings can be glazed, laid with polycarbonate, installed mosquito nets or decorated with ampelous plants. A self-made lathing of the veranda will bring satisfaction to the master and faith in his own abilities, and the construction will make it more stylish and individual.