How to Measure Wooden Garden Gates

Gate Width

1. Measure the Distance between the posts/pillars

2. To determine what clearance is needed to calculate your gate width, you must decide how you would like your gate hung. Please see below for the options:

Gate open towards property, with hinges on rear of post

Reduce width by 20mm. This is to allow 10mm for the hinges and 10mm for the gate latch.

Example: Example: If your posts are 3600mm apart, you will need a gate pair with the total width of 3550mm for 3 leaf to make the necessary allowances.

Hinges

For our lighter-framed Side Gates, such as our Wellington or Instow gates, you will need to use Tee Hinges.

For our Mortise & Tenon Garden Gates, such as our Highampton Side Gate, we recommend using Band and Hooks hinges. This is due to the gate being heavier and having a thicker frame, so requires more support.