Aluminium Driveway Gates

Wall thickness varies depending on the gate model, overall size and design. Contact us with your chosen style and dimensions, and we can confirm the exact section sizes and wall thicknesses used for that gate.

Aluminium is a strong alternative to steel, though it is generally slightly less strong and more expensive. For wider openings, we can adjust the frame design, bracing and section sizes to suit the span — contact us with your opening width so we can recommend the right construction.

This is often possible provided your existing posts or pillars are structurally sound and suitable for the weight and size of the gate. We can check compatibility based on your post dimensions, material and how they are built before you order.

Aluminium gates are lighter than equivalent steel gates, which can reduce the load on posts and hinges. However, the hinge type and post fixing still need to be matched to the gate size, leaf weight and usage — we can advise on the correct hardware for your specific gate.

Yes, the lighter weight of aluminium generally makes it easier to automate. Lighter leaves place less demand on the motor and gearbox, and aluminium gates can often be paired with a wider range of swing gate automation kits. Automation can be added at the point of order or retrofitted later.

The required ground clearance depends on the gate design, the lie of your driveway and whether the gate opens over a slope. We discuss exact measurements and tolerances with each customer before production so the finished gate clears the ground correctly at every point of its swing.

Yes, our driveway gates can be hung on either side to suit your access layout. Tell us which way you need each leaf to swing — inward or outward — and we will build the gate accordingly.

Aluminium gates are powder coated in a RAL colour of your choice. Popular finishes include matt black and anthracite grey; other colours are available on request. Powder coating is the standard finish applied to the aluminium.

Yes, we can supply aluminium gates suitable for coastal and exposed locations. Contact us to discuss your site conditions so we can recommend the best design and construction for your area.

Planning permission requirements depend on the height of the gate and any existing structures, nearby roads and local authority rules. It is your responsibility to check with your local planning department before ordering, and we can provide dimensional drawings to support any enquiry.