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 [...]
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 [...]
Timber gates are a natural product and respond to the conditions that they are in, particularly heat and humidity. This really hot weather that we have been experiencing, can cause wood to twist especially if one side of the gate receives more sunlight than the other. Wood is a hygroscopic [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
What sort of gate latches do I need? The type of latch you you need depends on the type of gate that you are buying. See our guide below to the more popular choices. Ring latch These are two-sided and work on gates that swing both inwards and outwards. [...]
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. [...]
