By Design the best and most long lasting driveway gate by getting proven design tips on colors, styles, and features. Click here to find out how we can help you design, install, and inspect your fence and gate from end-to-end. The article features tips and examples for each section helping you come up with the right design for your family or workplace.
Custom Driveway Gate Design Tips
Thinking of designing your own driveway gates? Here are some great ideas and tips for designing your own driveway gates for your property or workplace. Working with a qualified installer can help you choose the right design for property or site.
Know the Bylaws in your Area
Knowing your city’s bylaws and designing your gate to ensure there are no infractions will help you save time and money. It is advised that relevant bylaws are consulted prior to designing the height and swing radius of your gate as industrial, commercial, and residential zones have varying requirements. Above is a great example of a compliant driveway gate. Note that there are usually differing regulations for commercial and residential zones, as well as nuances to enclosing a property with a pool. For more details on how to build a compliant fence see here.
Choosing the Right Color
Choosing the colour of your gate can be simple but surprisingly difficult. To find the right contrast with or complement to your property, look at the surrounding pillars and the color of your home to help you narrow the list of potential colour choices. Based on best practices, it is recommended that you choose versatile and adaptable colors like black, Gainsboro (light grey), or even an Alice (pale) blue. Ensure that the color you select balances aesthetic appeal and durability. Fences can fade and decolor over time due to weather and wear/tear.
Know what Vehicles will be Using the Gate
Gates are designed not merely to be an exclamation point for a property but primarily to manage who comes in and out of your property. This factor has an impact on how wide your gate should be.
For those expecting entrants to include commercial vehicles like trucks or if you own nautical vehicles this means you need a wider gate. If you’re only expecting foot traffic the gate can be designed more narrow, allowing for a significant reduction in your costs.
How it works: Typically fencing posts are entrenched with concrete for added stability, but there are cases where the interiors of the fence will also need to be buried to prevent entrance through digging.
Know Who You’re Trying to Keep out (Style/ Height)
If you are wary of unexpected visitors coming into your property, ensure that you design the right height and style for your gate. Having forked or elevated heads on your gate often serves as an effective deterrent, even on a shorter fence, for those unwanted visitors. Other styles of gates with less security offer a smooth gate top that allows for a differentiated aesthetics and a more welcoming atmosphere.
Automated versus Manual Entry
On a chilly or rainy day, having an automated gate will certainly provide convenience. If a design is intended to utilize automated (sliding or swing) gate options then it needs to take into account additional components such as a gate opener and contact points in which the gate will be automated and controlled. A manual entry gate has fewer additional components, but you’ll need to hone in on the specifics of where the lock/latch should be placed. A gate closer should also be considered when opting for manual entry, to reduce the impact to the lock/latch of the gate while also providing noise reduction on entry and exit. If you aren’t sure which brands to look at when buying a gate opener, start here.
Hire an Experienced Designer and Installer
Hiring an experienced advisor is the fastest way to design, and optimize life span, and ensure the durability of your driveway gate. Having an experienced designer to help you anticipate maintenance and security challenges will help you build a lasting security fence solution. An experienced fence professional can also help you design for maximum life span and optimized security and privacy profiles.
How it works: Call Jay Fencing to schedule an appointment or consultation. This hassle-free service is quick and convenient to setup. A 10 minute conversation can extend the lifespan of your fence by up to 5 years, even in the extreme Ontario weather conditions.
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