Why a bespoke gate can save bother
Sized for the actual opening
Made to measure fitting avoids the gaps, dragging and compromise of off the shelf sizing.
Access kept genuinely usable
Width, swing and latch position are planned around how you move through the space.
Works with the boundary design
The gate can match nearby fencing, brickwork or walling instead of looking separate.
A gate should suit the opening, not fight it
A standard gate can be fine if the opening is standard too, but many are not. Sloping ground, tight clearances, older walls and awkward fence runs often need a gate that is sized around the actual space rather than squeezed in and hoped for the best. We look at what the gate needs to do day to day, whether that is simple pedestrian access, privacy, security or a wider opening into the garden. The opening direction, ground clearance and supporting structure all matter. With RL Paving & Construction, the gate is planned with the surroundings in mind, so it looks right and works properly instead of becoming the bit that catches, drags or never quite shuts cleanly.
Measured with the boundary around it
A made to measure gate works best when the adjoining boundary is part of the conversation. Fencing, brick piers and garden walls all affect the proportions, the hinges, the latch position and the way the gate swings. If the ground falls away or rises through the opening, that needs allowance too. Choosing RL Paving & Construction means the small practical details are not brushed aside. We talk through clearances, support, access width and the finish you want, so the gate feels like it belongs with the fence or wall rather than like a near enough replacement that never quite sits comfortably.
Frequently asked questions
When is a made to measure gate worth it?
It is usually worth it when the opening is an awkward size, the ground slopes, or the gate needs to match an adjoining fence or wall neatly. Off the shelf sizes can work in simple situations, but many garden openings are not as standard as they first look.
Can a new gate be fitted with existing fencing or walls?
Often, yes, but we need to look at the condition and position of the supports first. The strength of posts, piers or wall ends can affect what is practical. A gate only works well when the surrounding structure can carry it and keep the opening square.
What details affect how a gate works day to day?
Opening direction, ground clearance, hinge position, latch type and the slope under the gate all make a difference. They are easy things to overlook when looking at style alone, but they are exactly what decide whether the gate feels smooth and useful or becomes an everyday annoyance.