Choosing the Right Driveway Gate: Tips and Considerations – Big T’s Fencing

As the adage goes, ‘first impressions count’. While this line is often used in the context of wearing a suit to a job interview, it can also apply to your house. What impression does your home give to visitors and passers-by?

In Australia, your home is your castle, so it makes sense to protect it as best you can. A driveway gate can do just that, and If you install the right one, it can also boost the street appeal of your home, adding value to your property.

Choosing and Installing a Driveway Gate

There are a range of options when it comes to choosing and installing a driveway gate: the material; style and colour; whether it is sliding or swinging; is the access manual or automated. So let’s go through the key considerations when choosing the perfect driveway gate for your home.

 

Choosing your materials

Driveway gates can be manufactured using a range of different materials, some of these include:

•          Timber

•          Steel

•          Aluminium

•          Wrought Iron

 

The look and function you want to achieve with your new driveway gate will determine what material you use, as they all suit different purposes and aesthetics. For instance:

• If you are looking for privacy or to block out nosy neighbor’s noise, a timber gate could be a suitable choice.

• If you want to achieve a more decorative look, a wrought iron gate is a popular choice, with the option to customize the designs or use an existing traditional design.

 

However, if you are looking for a material that is both functional and stylish, aluminium is a good option. Aluminium gates come in a wide range of traditional and modern designs and can be powder-coated in a colour that best matches the facade of your home. What’s more, aluminium can withstand the elements and secure your property for years to come.

Swinging or Sliding Gates? What’s more suitable?

Once you have decided on the material, you need to choose whether your gate is going to swing or slide. Swinging driveway gates are good on narrow blocks as they allow enough room for a car to drive through, while sliding driveway gates require ample room for the gate to slide when opening. Therefore, it depends on the space you have available on your property as to which choice you can make.

Access option (manual or automated)

Another important consideration is how you’d like to operate your new driveway gates: manually or remote automated. If your home is accessible via a busy street then an automated gate will offer quicker and safer entry, with gates opening via the use of a remote controller from your car. A more economical option would be choosing a manually opening gate and this may be the most suitable option for your situation.

Design and colour considerations

The final choice, and frankly our favorite part, is selecting the design and colour of your gate. Would you like your gates to blend in with your surroundings, or would you like it to stand out and be a feature?

Driveway Gates: customizable and locally-made

At Big T’s Fencing, we have a range of driveway gates to choose from:

•          Federation sliding gate

•          Heritage sliding gate

•          Nautilus swing gate

•          Pyramid spear swing gate

 

Looking for Laser Cut Screens

“Laser cutting” is a generic term we use today to describe a gate or screen that has been cut in a decorative way.

Looking For Laser Cut Screens in Melbourne.

“Laser cutting” is a generic term we use today to describe a gate or screen that has been cut in a decorative way. Here at Big T’s Fencing, we can build and design the gate that you want through laser cutting. Big T’s Fencing has been building durable and high-quality laser cut screens for our clients in Melbourne since 2013. We take pride in our craftsmanship. Our team works with great commitment and delivers top quality gates on time and within your budget.

Contact us now!

Any style you want, let us have it drawn and we can cut it. Enjoy safety while having gorgeous laser cut screens. We also have designs that we can offer you. Call Big T’s Fencing at 0438 880 220 or 0447 297 977 or fill out the contact form to get a free quote.

You can count on us for quality laser cut Decorative Gate Design, Fence and Balustrade

We understand the importance of having a strong and reliable laser cut screens. Whether you want to get privacy, keep intruders and nosey neighbours out of your property, add security in your home, or simply want some improvement in your home, Big T’s Fencing is here to help you make the right choice and give you value for your money.

Big T’s Fencing doesn’t subcontract our work. You can have the peace of mind that all materials used met industry standards and are crafted in-house by our highly trained and highly skilled workers.

We go beyond what is expected from us that is why we have happy and satisfied customers. We strive to be the best in the industry and keep our great reputation.

Why choose Big T’s Fencing to build your laser cut screens, laser cut decorative panels, fence & balustrade?

We build Melbourne’s most reliable and long-lasting laser cut screens. Our team consists of highly-trained and well-experienced workers. We can provide you everything– from the materials needed to the construction of the laser cut screens.

We have a remarkable reputation in the industry. Our happy and satisfied clients can attest to our honesty, attention to detail, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Having laser cut screens are a great added value in your property!

If you want to know more about the options that we offer, call Big T’s Fencing at 0438 880 220 or 0447 297 977 or fill out the contact form to get a free quote.