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Pierced Brick Walls: A Classic Screen Alternative

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Pierced brick walls are a great alternative to traditional screens, such as lattice or some type of natural hedge.

Homeowners also use them strictly as walls around the borders of their property rather than screens.

This is the classic version of a pierced brick fence

Brick walls are definitely more durable and they lend permanence to your landscape. A well-planned landscape with complimentary hardscapes can create an attractive garden.

Pierced brick provides privacy and air flow while providing only a hint of what’s in your garden by passersby.

This particular style of masonry has been around for quite awhile. I see the pierced brick wall style every once in awhile and it’s interesting to see the slight variations that each homeowner has chosen for their wall. It happens to be one of my favorite configurations when using brick.

Basically, the differences seem to be the height of the base for the pierced portion of the wall, the pierced configuration itself (alternating half-bricks vs. using all full-sized) and having either an integrated column or a traditional one.
here's another variation of a brick fence designclose up of brick fence

Another variation is the choice of colors used for the bricks. I personally prefer variations in tone of the same color group vs. one single color used for all courses. I might as well list the other two variances that I tend to notice with pierced brick walls.

do you like the look of this brick fence? I love this picture of a brick fence in Hopeland Garden

The color of the mortar. Red mortar…nope…don’t like it. Just use the standard gray.

Please don’t add oxide pigments to your mix, people. Natural looks best in this application.You don’t want the mortar to attract attention.

It’s much more attractive when it blends with the surrounding material.

what do you think about this pierced brick wall?here's a view of the brick fence being laidhere's the brick fence about mid-way through the project

The surface of the bricks themselves. Smooth vs. Rough. I prefer rough bricks as they seem less formal and lend character…as in instant aged. If you are going for a more formal look, definitely choose smooth over rough or pitted. My favorite….handmade and/or reclaimed bricks. Go Green! Choose reclaimed bricks!

i love the look and design of this brick fence here is the back side of the pierced brick wall

Old Mississippi Brick Co. is a great source of reclaimed bricks if you’re looking for the ultimate in getting the instant aged look. Old Carolina Brick Co. is another great source. There are many others that you should consider. Look in the phone book… yes… the phone book, as well as looking online.

Buying reclaimed bricks is a great green choice these days and it’s plentiful. Look into it before making your choice.

this pierced brick wall makes a bold statement

 

More About Including A Pierced Brick Fence Into Your Landscape

  • Step By Step How To Build a Brick Screen Wall
  • Brick Walls And Steps Photo Gallery
  • The Garden Designer by Robin Williams

Robin Williams and Associates photo gallery. This is a great idea site. Mouse over the Our Work tab to view the galleries.

Variations Of Handmade Bricks were used in this large project at the English Cottage I featured in 2006 here on The Fun Times Guide To Home Building.

Randy
Randy

I started as a home-stalker… visiting brand new homes under construction in the neighborhoods near my house. That inspired me to write about home building and home renovation projects — chronicling homes during different phases of construction from a consumer's point-of-view. Basically, the tips you'll find in my articles are a collection of checklists for what I think should (and should not) go into building or remodeling a quality home.

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RandyI started as a home-stalker... visiting brand new homes under construction in the neighborhoods near my house. That inspired me to write about home building and home renovation projects -- chronicling homes during different phases of construction from a consumer's point-of-view. Basically, the tips you'll find in my articles are a collection of checklists for what I think should (and should not) go into building or remodeling a quality home.

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