As with fences, there are numerous gate designs you can choose from to customize the property. The one you pick should complement the fence and add to the structure’s purpose, whether you need greater privacy and security or want to boost the overall aesthetic. Here are a few popular designs that might serve your goals.

What Are Some Popular Gate Styles?

1. Board-on-Board

If you have a privacy fence, a durable board-on-board gate completes the refined look. This construction design overlaps the vertical pickets by attaching every other one to the opposite side of the rails. This creates a gap between the front and back sides, but keeps the boards close together to withstand the elements and prevent people from entering the yard.

The unique look of this option makes it a prime choice for two-door, wood, and vinyl fences. Depending on the width and height requirements, you may need a rolling track to open and close this setup easily, which tends to be heavy. However, if you plan on installing a single-door, consider a self-closing and self-latching mechanism so that the gate stays shut.

2. Spaced Bar

Often, an aluminum or wrought-iron spaced-bar gate is an excellent choice for private entryways because it maintains the elegance of the location and blends with any surrounding stone or metal fencing. This design also works well on a track mechanism that slides open from either the bottom or top. However, an inward or outward swinging door can also be convenient, especially if you want an arched or scalloped top.

3. Picket

The classic, white picket gate is still a favorite decorative way to show off your landscape while protecting pets and children in the yard. While the accompanying fence maintains the evenly-spaced vertical boards, the rails that hold the pickets are often placed at a diagonal–instead of a horizontal–position to offer extra support.

Many people opt for a single, swinging door for this look. However, if you have a wide walkway, a double-door is an impressive feature that might be more appropriate. Also, while wood is the material of choice, many homeowners opt for vinyl that mimics the look but requires less maintenance.

No matter what style of fence and gate you need, contact A & B Fence. For over 50 years, these contractors have been providing commercial and residential fence installation and repair services throughout Newark, OH, and Licking County. They use the highest quality products from trusted brands like Specrail® and Armeristar®. Visit the website to learn more about their fencing solutions. Call (740) 344-7943 to schedule a consultation.