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Metal Framed Wooden Gates
Whilst popularity in metal framed composite gates is on a steep rise there is still a large number of people and properties which wand a solid gate using traditional materials. Combing a metal frame with a wooden infill ticks that box.
Generally speaking when choosing a metal framed wooden gate over just a pure wooden gate you are seeking quality and longevity as you are investing in your gate and property as apposed to just having a gate because you prefer to have a gate rather than an open space.
A metal frame provides strength to you gate as well as protection and much more secure locking than a standard wooden gate. In addition the metal frame provides much more creative scope to allow decorative features such as featuring toppers such as spike or fleur de lis or additional metal bars or decorative features across the bulk of the gate to provide a vast range of styles and genres
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Metal Framed Timber Gates
There are a variety of woods that can be used for metal-framed timber gates, depending on personal preference and the desired aesthetic. Whilst timber can of course be painted the reason why a natural hardwood timber if chosen for metal framed gates it to show of the natural grain and shade of the wood with most protective finishes being a clear rather than coloured but with hardwood their natural rot resistance does not necessitate the need for a protective coating for a few years, although it will help with longer term longevity. Some common woods used for this purpose include:
Cedar: Cedar is a popular choice due to its natural resistance to rot and insects. It also has a beautiful grain and reddish-brown colour that can enhance the gate's appearance.
Redwood: Redwood is another durable and aesthetically pleasing wood known for its resistance to decay and pests. It also has a rich, reddish-brown colour that can be enhanced with a clear finish.
Douglas Fir: Douglas Fir is a strong and durable wood often used for outdoor applications. It has a lighter reddish-brown shade and can be lightly stained to a desired look.
Oak: Oak is a solid and dense wood known for its strength and durability. It has a light to medium brown colour and can be left untreated develops an attractive silver-grey patina over time.
Mahogany: Mahogany is a hardwood with excellent natural resistance to decay and insects. It has a rich, dark brown colour and can be finished with varnish or oil for added protection.
The availability of certain hardwoods will fluctuate as will their prices. So please be aware of this when looking at this as an option for your gates.
Metal Framed Wooden Driveway Gates
Metal framed wooden driveway gates do provide quite a statement entrance to your property. Whilst natural hardwood is the traditional option for wooden gates wood effect composites are also very popular. The quality and visual appeal of wood effect composite metal driveway gates as well as the price compared to real wood has made this a very popular alternative. With no treatment required, it is a cost effective alternative to hardwood with more colour or shade options.
With driveway gates we can install either hinged or sliding and we can automate either. For all driveway gates it is very important to carry out a survey to establish whether suitable fixings are available or whether we would need to install suitable ones, such as metal posts. As steel metal framed driveway gates will be a significant weight the fixings a vitally important. Establishing the slope of the driveway and also the opening space will affect fixing positions. The direction of the opening for hinged gates and the hinging itself will be influenced by the slope of your drive, and in some cases a sliding gate, or possibly bi-folding ones will be the only practical solution.
To fit a sliding metal framed timber driveway gate will required a guide rail to be fitted across the drive and along the wall in the directions the gate will be slide open. The wall should hide a number of additional bracing posts that will support the gate as it is slid open.
Whatever style of metal framed driveway gate you are after Metal Gates & Railings derby are well placed to provide to measure, make and fit the perfect gate for your property.