Wooden Gate Maintenance

Like many things in a garden, a gate must be taken care of. Although it sounds like a big job, gate maintenance is usually very minimal and is recommended in order to ensure that your gate survives for its guaranteed lifespan. Here are a few tips when it comes to the...

Benefits of Cast Aluminium

Here at Cheshire Metalcraft, our mail boxes are made with a cast ammonium alloy, which can provide numerous benefits for manufacturers and consumers alike. After all, the manufacturing process is faster with cast aluminium, yet the finished product is still as strong...
Swinging vs Sliding

Swinging vs Sliding

There are so many kinds of gates that it’s hard to make that all important decision. Will it fit correctly? Will it look right? Will you regret the decision? Nightmare horror stories creep into the mind like parasites. Here at Cheshire Metalcraft, we have gates for...
Single file, please

Single file, please

In the last blog we talked about double gates, however this week it’s time to go back to basics. We’re talking about the infamous single gate. Simple Navigation Single gates present an opening which is fairly easy to control. Since there is only one opening, usually...
Make it a double

Make it a double

Double gates are often preferred due to their versatility however many are scared or hesitant to make the switch. Here at Cheshire Metalcraft, we’ve compiled a short and snappy piece to give you the low-down on why you should go double… Driveways Double gates tend to...
Is automated the way of the future?

Is automated the way of the future?

So you’re thinking about making your house a home with a brand new set of automated gate? Perhaps you’re worried whether the automated route is for you? Whatever the case, Cheshire Metalcraft have got you covered! In general, gates keep people outside and you inside....