Before buying them, you must always make sure that the gratings have been treated in an autoclave, an impregnating agent that makes the wood particularly resistant to atmospheric agents and impacts. The grates in oiled pine wood and the electro-forged and pressed metal ones are certainly among the best in terms of quality and resistance. On the market they are found in various colors and models: from green, to mahogany, to cherry color, or in the fashion colors white, ash and wenge suitable for modern or country environments.

Thanks to these characteristics and its multifunctional qualities, the grating on the terraces is increasingly used as a piece of furniture. Its function in this particular type of environment is to act as a natural perimeter, discreetly closing the open spaces to give shade and privacy to that part of the terrace where deckchairs or a table with chairs are usually placed where you can spend pleasant moments. hours of relaxation. Therefore, if well thought out, in size and composition, the grating can create a new wall and also perform the typical functions of sunshades, windbreaks and the like. This wing of wood and plants obviously does not require authorizations or licenses unlike other fixed or precarious solutions that must always be reported to the municipality of residence, as they do not constitute structural changes to the house.

The cost of gratings depends on the model you buy, the material it is made of and the shop that sells it. In shopping malls or brico centers, the cost is generally lower than that of specialized shops. Online grills can be purchased at very affordable prices on various sites specialized in furnishings and structures for gardens and outdoors.

Be careful, in this case, not to choose only based on product images. First of all, it is necessary to carefully read the technical data sheet and verify that the model, material and measurements of the modules available for that article allow us to carry out our project. The same is true if you buy individual modules to be DIY assembled. With modular programs you can certainly save money. Furthermore, the elements of the grating are prefixed and drilled to facilitate assembly operations using only screws and some simple household tools but it is necessary to be very precise and careful during the assembly phase. Prices also vary according to the material. Gratings made of wood and iron are more expensive than those made of plastic or pvc but are also more resistant. On request, the wood can be treated with a specific varnish to change or customize the color. Prices can start from 50 euros for the smaller sizes and reach 150-200 for the larger ones.

To save money and to customize the grill, you can do it yourself which is within everyone’s reach because it is not necessary to resort to drills or other dangerous equipment. In gardening shops you will find modular elements for sale individually, available in various sizes or standards, painted or rough to be painted at will, which allow you to easily create customized and exclusive solutions. For the assembly you need only brackets, a pencil to mark the points of the modules to be fixed with the screws, a level to check that the strips are mounted straight. On the web you can find many guides, tips and ideas useful for performing the assembly of DIY gratings.