How Do You Build A Gate For A Deck?
A deck with a handrail should have a fence. If the deck is higher than 18 inches, you should install a gate instead of gaining access to the yard beyond the deck. A few things should be pointed out before beginning to build your gate. The first is to assess your woodworking skills. This project rates about a 5 on a scale of 1 to 10, so know what you’re getting into before you begin. Measure the distance between the posts where you will install the gate. Subtract 1 inch from that measurement and cut two 2-by-4’s to that length. Divide the measurement from Step 1 by 5½ inches. This will give you the number of pickets needed for the gate. For example, if the gate is 30 inches wide, it will take 5 pickets and will leave you with 2½ inches to cover. Two pickets 1¼ inches wide placed on either side of the gate would be needed for balance. Determine the height of the pickets and mark them accordingly from the bottom side to leave the top of the picket intact. Place the carpenter’s square on t
