Wooden Sliding Gates

Sliding Gates

Sliding Gates are produced similarly to swing gates. Likewise they are designed to look the same from the outside and if they are bigger than 2.7m wide, are constructed in two sections. These sections should then be bolted together on site therefore making them much easier to handle during delivery and installation. Also the longer a piece of timber, the larger possibility of twisting and moving. Moreover this means that a wooden sliding gates made in this manner should have a longer serviceable life in contrast to one large section. For larger sliding gates in addition to the standard sliding gate kit, metal angle irons may need to be engineered to ensure the gate works correctly, but this is in very extreme cases, Call Pete on 020 8054 7535 for more info

Main differences are as follows:-

• Uprated bottom rail which makes a solid rail at the bottom, which is recessed to accept the gate track wheels.
• The stiles (each end of the gate) are made 4 inches wider on each side so the produce an overhang on each side, but look like a normal gate from the front.
• An extra section normally around 500mm long to help support the gate when opening and closing. Likewise this section allows for a motor.
• We will always work our best with you to ensure the correct measurements are used and you will be supplied a CAD sketch prior to manufacture to ensure you get the best from your sliding gates.