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 [...]
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 a [...]
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 [...]
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: In most cases you will not need to apply for planning permission if you wish to erect a new; [...]
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 [...]
There are a large range of wooden driveway gates available on the market: You need to ask yourself what type of gate are you looking for? What is the purpose of your gate? Where is it going? Do you require automation? Do you need pedestrian access? These are a few [...]
Garden sleepers are extremely versatile and budget friendly. They are a fantastic choice for garden landscaping projects. Garden Sleepers can be used for borders, raised beads and all sorts of landscaping projects and can be a perfect way to add a contemporary or rustic look to your garden. The [...]
Charltons has invested in a 350 KWp solar panel system thanks to a six-figure funding package from HSBC Equipment Finance (UK) Ltd. The new ‘Solar PV System’ will generate around 35 percent of the business’s energy each day, with predicted future cost savings in excess of a million pounds as [...]
Quality hand selected materials expertly crafted by our team to create stunning range of quality wooden gates. All Made in Britain! Most driveway gates are a 50/50 equal split however, this does not have to be the case. One gate can be smaller than the other. Split gates are an [...]
Adding a garden gate to a property is not just fitting any gate into a gap. It really depends how you intend to use the entrance. If it a well used entrance with lots of traffic then the gate will need to be a stronger more robust gate. [...]
Charltons are an once again an official supporter of National Home Security Month - Keeping our homes safe! Home is the place where you make treasured memories with your family and loved ones. National Home Security Month is here to highlight the importance of preventative measures. Not only to protect [...]
Should Driveway Gates open in or out? A question that we are often asked. There are lots of things that you need to take into consideration when installing pair of driveway or garden gates. The type of material, the design and whether you want them automated or not. However, you [...]
Wooden Gates Made in Britain Quality wooden gates for driveways, entrances, gardens and fields Charltons has been manufacturing wooden gates in Somerset for many years, combining traditional joinery skills with modern manufacturing techniques. Our wooden gates are designed for different properties, applications and budgets, from made-to-measure driveway gates and [...]
If you want a quality made garden gate that lasts, then buy a Charltons garden gate! There are many cheap imported gates that look to be good value out on the market. However, there is often poor timber quality, poor machining and poor workmanship. Our Pedestrian, side & garden gate [...]
Protecting your gate from the sun is as important as the wet wintery weather. Having spent your hard-earned money on a gate for your property it is important to keep your gate healthy and looking good. You are going to want to make sure that the investment is protected [...]
Iroko weathers over time like any timber. It is a hardwood is rich in natural oils with a ‘Very Durable’ classification. Therefore, it is relatively stable, hard wearing and resistant to decay. Iroko is the timber that we use on our Hardwood Courtyard & Driveway gates plus some 5 Bar [...]
Firstly a few simple facts before looking at how to look after your wooden gate; Timber will absorb moisture when it is wet When it is dry, timber will dry out as moisture evaporates Hardwood’s can bend and twist as well If your wooden gates face south then one side [...]
