Homeowners considering installing wrought iron gates in their garden will have a host of designs to choose between, but they broadly fit into three categories.
There are endless patterns to pick from within this attractive sub-category of outdoor furnishings, so a lack of inspiration is not likely to be a problem, but the first question people must answer is what type of gate they want.
Once you have made this decision, it will narrow down your options to a more manageable level; it can be overwhelming when you start your search and there are too many great options.
So what are your options and how should you choose between them?
Tall
A tall wrought iron gate will tend to reach above head height and provides your garden with more security when attached to a wall. As well as potentially making you feel happier about leaving things in the garden, taller gates – and the walls that tend to go along with them – will also be better suited to those who value a sense of privacy.
Short
Conversely, a shorter gate offers a much more relaxed feel to a garden, almost tempting passers-by to look in; whether it is attached to a high wall or a lower structure. A low gate is essentially a symbolic door, since it could easily be hurdled or jumped over, but this is not always an issue – if you live in a quaint village, your security concerns will be different to an urban environment.
Doubles
Doubles can come as tall or short gates and are particularly useful if you store a car or some other vehicle in your garden or yard. The effect of installing a double gate can be very grand, but such furnishings need not be used only for majestic settings – they are equally attractive in front of unassuming cottage and a stunning mansion.
