Made to measure driveway gates; a classic choice. Wooden made to measure driveway gates can bring a timeless, classic charm to your property. They are an effective barrier to the entrance of your driveway. They are a relatively cost-effective long term solution for protecting your home, whilst improving the aesthetics. [...]
How Charltons transport has changed over the years from the horse and cart in the 20's to Artic lorries in the 2010's 1920's 1940's 1950's 1970's 2010 2018 [...]
A quality wooden driveway gate is an great investment providing your home with security as well as kerb appeal. Regularly treating your wooden driveway gate will keep it looking at its best; Therefore it is recommended that you perform maintenance annually. It is important to know how to look [...]
Electric automatic driveway gates can beautifully compliment your property. Automating driveway gates enhance security, privacy, and convenience as well as adding kerb appeal. They act as a significant physical deterrent, discouraging intruders from accessing the property. Privacy is ensured as automatic driveway gates conceal entrances and the [...]
Introducing .... The Farrington made to measure driveway gate A new addition to the Charltons Courtyard & Driveway Gate Range, the Farrington Driveway gate is a stylish gate available in slow grown Scandinavian softwood or Iroko Hardwood. The design allows visitors to see though the gate with the elegant [...]
Wooden gates are a natural product responding to the conditions that they are in, especially heat and humidity. In hot weather wooden gates can twist especially if one side of the gate receives more sunlight than the other. Wood is a hygroscopic material, which means it [...]
Choosing the right driveway gate for your property needs some careful consideration. A quality wooden gate can add value and change the aesthetics of your property. What sort of gate is right for my property? What do I need to consider when installing a gate? Planning permission? [...]
Why do wooden gates warp? It is woods nature to do so. The characteristics of wood affects how it reacts in different circumstances. However, certain easy measures can be taken to minimise the effects of this happening in the first place. - When it is wet wood will absorb moisture [...]
There are several benefits to buying a made-to-measure wooden gate, including: Perfect fit: Made-to-measure gates are crafted to fit your specific measurements and requirements. This ensures that the gate fits perfectly, looks aesthetically pleasing, and functions properly. Personalised design: With a made-to-measure wooden gate, you have the freedom to choose [...]
This year, Charltons celebrate our landmark 120-year anniversary. From humble beginnings in 1903, when Frank Charlton started supplying pit props to Somerset coal mines, to supplying Royal Households, Glastonbury Festival and even exporting gates all the way to Australia. As you may have seen in the Fencing News, in [...]
When it comes to spending money on your property you need to ask yourself which driveway gate is best for me? How big is my driveway entrance? How often will the gates be used. What aspect will the gates be in? Do I need privacy as well as security? [...]
Hanging a wooden garden gate correctly is essential to help maintain the life of your gate and to prevent future problems. When it comes to hanging a wooden garden gate there are a whole range of gate hinges available to purchase. Two of the most essential things in [...]
Wooden Driveway Gates A wooden driveway gate can add value to your property as well as improving security. A beautifully crafted gate can create a memorable first impression of your property. Each wooden gate will have its own unique experience due to the natural differences in the grain of wood. [...]
Caring for your wooden gates in Winter should not be an arduous task. Now Autumn is well and truly here it is worth spending a small amount of time caring for your gates as the weather turns cooler and wetter. If your wooden gate is unprotected, any rain, sleet, or [...]
Are driveway gates a good idea for home security? If you are looking for ways to improve the security of your home a wooden driveway gate is a great option. There are many benefits of having a quality driveway gate and [...]
Charltons Driveway Gates and 5 Bar gates are made using Mortice and Tenon Joints. This time honoured and proven method of construction. It is one of the most vital parts of a gate, however it can never be seen! Woodworkers around the world have used it for many thousands of [...]
Which gate hinges should I use? Choosing the right gate hinges is very important because the functionality and strength of your gate depends on the hinges. The type of hinge that you will need will depend on the type of gate that you are hanging. The list below shows [...]
Do driveway gates need planning permission? In general, the answer is no however, the Government's online Planning Portal details when you would need to apply for planning permission: You will not need to apply for planning permission if you wish to erect a new; or alter, maintain, improve or [...]
How long do wooden gates last? This is not a straight forward question to answer as it depends many factors but generally as long as a gate is treated correctly it should last years. It is, however, worth remembering that the same gate fitted in two different locations or [...]
With Spring upon us it's time to treat your wooden gate. The good news is that it is relative simple to treat your wooden gate. A small amount of effort will maintain and protect your wooden gate. The Importance Of Gate Care All gates will need treating each [...]
