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HOW TO MEASURE FOR A DRIVEWAY GATE
Accurate measurements are essential when measuring driveway gates, ensuring the correct fit, smooth operation, and the appropriate clearances for safe and reliable use.
First of all, you will need to establish the width & height of your entranceway. Tolerances are given for using hinges supplied by Charltons.
If your gates are to be automated, please make sure you consult a qualified installer as requirements may be different depending on the type of equipment used. Automated gates must be installed by a fully qualified installer who must ensure it complies with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Check out our guide to gate automation.
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Measuring the width of a gate
Take three measurements of your entranceway; the top, middle & bottom of the walls/pillars as these may vary. Always use the narrowest measurement. For manual gates we recommend three pairs of 2 way adjustable hinges per gate to allow for seasonal movement, so small adjustments can be made using the hinges.
Using the narrowest measurement subtract the fixing posts, the hinge and closing gaps and you will have the overall physical width of your gates. Divide by 2 to get individual gate widths (gates can be an uneven split e.g. 70/30 so divide accordingly to get the gate widths).
Measuring the height of a gate
The height of a gate depends the height of your walls/pillars
Planning permission will be needed if gates are over 1m high and next to a highway used by vehicles or be over 2m high (from ground level) and sited elsewhere, such as a back garden. For more information check the Planning Portal
Measure the height from the ground at each side of the opening adjacent to the walls/pillars. Make sure that any high spots in the entranceway are allowed for in your measurements, as opening and closing gates over these high spots may cause damage. Use the smallest measurement. Subtract 50mm clearance to calculate the height of your gate.
