Double Timber Gates

What it is

A double gate splits the opening into two leaves that meet in the middle.

Because each leaf is roughly half the width, each one is lighter, easier to hang and less likely to drop than a single leaf spanning the same opening.

Each leaf also needs less room to swing, which matters where there is a wall, planting or a parked car close to the opening.

The pair is set out so the palings and, on a capped fence, the capping line run across the opening as one continuous face.

Style and finish

Built to match single paling, lap & cap, lapped only or hardwood single paling fencing. On a capped fence the capping line is carried across both leaves.

What we work out on site

• Total opening width and how it splits between the two leaves
• Swing direction, and clearance for both leaves to open fully
• The fall of the ground across the opening, which affects the gap under both leaves
• How the two leaves meet and latch in the middle
• Whether a drop bolt is wanted to hold one leaf while the other is used

Hardware

• Hinges sized for each leaf, with gate posts concreted to carry the load on both sides.
• A drop bolt into the ground commonly holds one leaf closed while the other swings.
• Latches, locks and stops fitted to suit how the gates are used day to day.