Fancy Up Your Walk Gate Design

A walk gate is a wondrous thing. You can add so much character to a garden or front yard with the installation of an iron walk gate. Walk gates usually measure about 3' - 0" wide, like the size of a standard door opening, although they can be custom made as wide as 4' - 6" (We usually don’t recommend a walk gate that is any wider than 4' - 6" because it becomes too heavy and sags on the hinges).  If your opening is wider than 4' - 6" then a matching fence panel can be implemented to fill the gap.

In view of the fact that walk gates are not large, this is the time to really fancy up your iron design without having to spend too much money. There are many iron components that can be added to a walk gate that will transform it from simple into something magical. This is the time to combine spears with scrolls and maybe even twisted pickets with baskets. I know that sounds like a lot of iron design in one small gate, but the end result of adding so many different design components is often amazing.

I receive calls from people needing fencing, maybe to go around the perimeter of their yard or surround a pool area.  When installing fencing, there’s normally a need for at least one walk gate in order to complete the project.  Installing fencing can be expensive, so a basic design is the most cost effective way to go, but if you're going to install a walk gate, or two, this is your opportunity to place your stamp on your project.  Changing the walk gate design from basic into ornate or whimsical can make the outcome fabulous and you can still keep within budget.

Designing a walk gate is such a fun part of an iron design project. Talk with your fabricator and explain your desires for the "look" you want to achieve, show him pictures of designs you love. Let your fabricator know what your budget is and then he can guide you in designing something unique and cost appropriate.  Designing a walk gate really is your opportunity to create something that says "wow" without having to refinance your home to pay for it. Go a little wild, design a walk gate that interests you and compliments or enhances your outdoor landscaping and the architectural design of your home. You won’t regret it, and as a matter of fact, I think you’ll thank me for it.