Deciding which style of gate to purchase for your home can be an incredibly important decision, especially if you like to take pride in the appearance and functionality of the property’s exterior. With such a wide range of gates available on the market, however, it can be easy to be overwhelmed by the choice. If you’re struggling to decide which gate would suit you the best, take a look at our short summary below to help inform your decision!
Manual Gates
Driveways come in a range of different shapes and sizes and sometimes you may not have the space available house the mechanical components for an automatic gate, or perhaps the driveway space you have simply too cramped to fully open your gate. In these cases a manual gate is ideal as you can decide to what extent you open it when entering or exiting your property. The main downside to manual gates is convenience! Nobody wants to jump out of their car in the rain to pull open their gate when automation is an option.
Automatic Swinging Gates
On the other hand, if you do have enough space for an automatic gate, you would likely benefit from an automatic swinging gate. Automatic swinging gates are cheaper than their sliding counterparts, but come with all the convenience! Swinging gates can be programmed to open towards or away from the house, depending on space available and nearby roads etc.
Automatic Sliding Gates
Automatic sliding gates tend to be a touch more expensive than swinging gates, but the result is a sleek, seamless operation with an opulent aesthetic. Sliding gates are also best suited for properties that have a short driveway or busy traffic nearby that makes a swinging gate unsuitable, or those looking for an extra wow factor for their home. The most attractive feature of a swinging gate is their ability to take up such little space!
When you are purchasing a gate, it is important to factor a range of different considerations into the decision. To find out more information, get in contact with the best gates Manchester has to offer today and speak to a member of the Cheshire Metalcraft team!