Double Arched Scalloped Top Gate
All our gates are produced with care and attention to detail, and subject to continuous development.
The timbers we use are 56mm x 95 mm for the main frame, and all held together with mortice and tennon joints. We then clad the gates in boarding which provides maximum strength, with minimum weight. Remember that boarding adds no strength to the gate, it is only to stop anybody looking through!
The top rails are rounded to act as a water shed, and the gates are sealed in the areas most likely to get attacked by water. There are a variety of timbers you can have your gates made from, all with their own qualities, so the descriptions are worth a quick read!
Reference: WGC28
Choosing your wood:
Redwood - This timber is classed as a moderatly hard timber suitable for outside use, takes a stain well , but does need attention during its life. more
Siberian Larch - VERY DURABLE - Its one of the toughest and hardest softwoods in the world, and is ideal where physical damage may occur ie knocks and scapes. more
Idigbo - Hardwood that looks very similar to Oak. Durable, but will benefit from a regular protective coating of oil, If left to the elements it will turn silver grey. more
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