How Do You Build Gates For Wood Fences?
A swinging gate is a must-have for any fenced-in area. At least 1 gate is always necessary and sometimes 2 or 3 are needed to do the job. Wooden gates are usually constructed with a water-resistant wood, such as cedar or cypress, and then attached to a solid post with 2 or more strap hinges. Design of the door is fairly standard with vertical planks on the front braced with a Z-pattern on the back side. A well-made wooden gate is a nice way to finish off your backyard building project. Make sure the post that supports the gate is solid and strong. If the swinging gate is attached to the side of the house, support is rarely a problem, but if you are placing a post in the ground, from which to swing your gate, then you need to be sure that the post is firmly entrenched in the ground. This means you will need to dig a hole, fill the whole with concrete and then set the post in the concrete. Measure the opening for the gate. This includes height and width. Don’t forget to allow for gaps on
