Timber movement

Understanding natural timber movement

Understanding natural timber movement   Wooden gates are made from natural timber, which means they are constantly reacting to the environment around them. Changes in temperature, sunlight exposure, and moisture levels can all influence the way wood behaves over time.    During periods of hot, dry weather, it's [...]

2026-08-11T15:27:22+01:00July 30th, 2026|Gate maintenance|

Why Wooden Gates Warp in Hot Weather | Prevent Gate Twisting

Why Wooden Gates Warp in Hot Weather (And How to Prevent It) Wooden gates are a natural timber product, which means they respond to the environment around them. Changes in temperature, sunlight and humidity can cause wooden gates to expand, shrink or move slightly over time. In hot weather, wooden [...]

2026-07-31T13:10:47+01:00May 26th, 2026|Why do gates warp|
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