Why should I buy sliding gates for my home?

What are sliding gates?

A sliding gate doesn’t need much explaining, apart from the fact it slides rather than swings and is mounted on rails aka ‘runners’, which allow for it to slide open and closed, whether manually operated or automated. One of the key things to remember about a sliding gate is that it will require space to retract, and unless it’s a cantilever gate, will also require a firm footing for the runners to be installed.

Is a sliding gate a good choice for the home?

Yes. A sliding gate is a great choice as a domestic gate, for a variety of good reasons, which include:

• A sliding gate looks fantastic

  To start with the basics – a modern sliding gate, whether constructed from wood, aluminium or steel, looks great, and the range of styles available means it can be adapted to suit any style of architecture, from classic to contemporary. A well (and professionally) constructed and designed gate at the front of your home, as well as adding curb appeal, also has the potential to raise the overall value or the perceived value of your property.

• A sliding gate is simple to install

  When we say ‘simple to install’ – this means a sliding gate is simple to install when done by a professional gate installer, trained and experienced in ensuring the installation is carried out safely and correctly. For you as a customer, this means when you order your new sliding gate, after a site survey, the installation process shouldn’t take long at all – sometimes just half a day, and at the most a whole day, unless there are unforeseen issues.

• A sliding gate doesn’t need swing room

  You might not think this is a huge benefit unless you have a very small front garden or driveway, with a narrow pavement out the front. In this situation, a sliding gate is ideal, as it doesn’t risk blocking the pavement or road when opened.

  This lack of required swing room is also a massive benefit for those that don’t have the space for a swing gate, such as a property with a gate that’s entered from a narrow alleyway or pathway.

• A sliding gate is easy to operate

  If you’re blessed with good upper-body strength, there won’t be many gates you struggle to operate. But, for people that have restricted upper-body strength or movement, the process of opening and closing a large gate can be difficult.

  A well-installed, modern sliding gate however, requires very little effort to operate manually, and can also easily be automated, making the opening and closing process a simple matter of pressing a button on a remote control.

In conclusion

We’d recommend a sliding gate for a domestic property, but we’d also recommend ensuring you find a reputable gate specialist, who should provide a free site survey and let you know the best option for your property.

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