Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
- Ensure you have appropriate gate hardware (hinges, latch, post attachments) suitable for the gate's weight and your post material.
- Install gate posts securely, ensuring they are plumb and at the correct distance for the gate width.
- Attach hinges to the gate and posts, allowing for proper swing clearance.
- Mount the gate and test its swing, adjusting hardware as needed.
- Install a suitable latch mechanism.
Compatibility:
This gate is designed for standard garden openings and can be fitted to timber, metal, or brick posts. Ensure post spacing is accurate for the 900mm gate width.
Care:
- Finishing: Apply a suitable exterior wood finish (stain, varnish, or paint) after installation to protect the timber from UV rays and moisture.
- Maintenance: Periodically inspect the gate for signs of wear, decay, or damage. Clean with a damp cloth as needed. Reapply protective finishes every 1-3 years, or as conditions dictate, to ensure long life and maintain the pressure treatment's effectiveness.