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? [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Charltons recommends that a qualified installer fits automated gates and supports Gate Safety Awareness. For more information click the links below http://www.dhfonline.org.uk/about.htm http://gate-safe.org/ An automatic gate is ideal for high levels of convenience as well as security. The majority of Charltons Courtyard Gates and some 5 Bar gates can be [...]
Choosing the right driveway gates can help to define your property. They can make your home stand out or they can make your home look similar to the houses in your street (which ever you prefer). A wooden gate can be used to compliment your property and complete your homes [...]
I am sure you will all agree that the first installation of our new Farleigh hardwood driveway gate design looks fantastic! It creates great kerb appeal and aesthetics for the house behind. When it comes to creating a driveway gates, you are hard to better the effects that Iroko produces. [...]
