Sketches of patterns for metal gates. The visiting card of a country house is a wrought-iron gate

A neat fence with a beautiful gate and a wicket is a memorable business card of the owner.

Their appearance characterizes the owner, shows his viability and economy, because the fence and gates are the first things that guests and passers-by see.

A good gate, and if it is also with decorative elements, it is not cheap. The price depends on the selected material and on the price for the work, usually the work comes out as material.

To save on work, you need to know how to make metal.

Material selection

If the fence is brick, then the material from which the gate will be made is not important, if the fence, then it is better to make the gate from it.

The gate should stand out against the background of the fence, but at the same time be in harmony in color and material. In order to immediately know how much material is needed, you can first sketch out the drawings of the future gate.

Wicket material:

1. Billets are metal, the metal must be high-carbon, this will prevent rapid corrosion.
2. For pillars, pipes or a profile with a diameter of at least 100 mm are suitable.
3. Profile pipe or angle for the wicket frame.
4. Metal sheet with a thickness of 1.5 mm or a sheet of metal profile for cladding.
5. Metal curtains, preferably with a bearing mechanism.
6. Lock.
7. Primer.
8. Dye.
9. Anti-corrosion treatment fluid.

Tools for the job:

1. For marking, you will need a thread, a plumb line and a tape measure.
2. Semi-automatic welding machine with a power of 220 W.
3. Manual drill, if any, or a shovel.
4. A sledgehammer for driving in posts.
5. Screwdriver and drill for fastening the sheathing to the frame.
6. Grinder for cutting metal and cleaning seams from welding.

Installation of poles

The pillars are the supporting part that supports the entire structure of the gate or wicket. The length of the posts must exceed the height of the overall structure by 1 meter so that they can be buried in the ground for reliable stability.

With a drill in the ground, it is necessary to make two wells at a distance of about 1 m, with a depth of about 50-70 cm.Pillars are inserted into these wells and an additional 30 cm is driven in with a sledgehammer.

After that, the pillars are set vertically in level and at the base are poured with concrete. To give additional rigidity to the posts, in the upper part they are welded with a transverse profile.

Assembling the frame

The size of the frame of the future wicket must be made less than the width of the opening of the posts by 5-8 cm for a comfortable swing of the sash. The distance from the ground to the sash of the wicket should be from 15 to 20 cm, this is necessary in case of snow.

The metal frame is welded from a profile or corner with a metal thickness of 3 mm or more. The profiles are welded together at the corners of the frame. To make the frame rigid, an additional transverse bar is welded in the middle.

In the resulting frame halves, they are additionally welded on one profile obliquely in such a way that they resemble the Latin letter "Z" to each other. After that, to all the racks of the finished frame and additional stiffeners, sheathing made of metal profiles or iron will be attached.

The preparatory work is a very important part. Before starting to cook the frame, it is necessary to cut the workpiece with a grinder to size, remove burrs at the cut points, degrease the cuts with gasoline or a special solution. And then start cooking on a flat, prepared surface.

The surface on which you are going to assemble the frame with your own hands must be even, if this is not the case, it may bend at one of the corners, and the frame will take the form of a propeller.

After the frame is ready, the curtains are welded to it. They consist of two parts, one part is welded to the door frame, the other to the posts. It is desirable that the curtains have a bearing mechanism.

Frame sheathing

For cladding, it is best to take a sheet of galvanized metal or a painted sheet of metal profile, it does not corrode and will last a long period.

From a sheet of metal that has been prepared in advance, a whole piece is cut to the size of the welded frame of the gate. If there is no such large piece of metal and you cannot cut a whole piece, then try to cut it so that the seam of the joint between the pieces of metal falls on the middle cross bar of the frame.

Further, with your own hands, pressing the sheet of metal tightly to the frame, grab it around the perimeter. If you chose a sheet of metal profile or galvanized metal, then attach it with rivets or self-tapping screws using a drill and screwdriver.

Insert lock and handle

After you have finished with the cladding, you need to embed the lock. For gates, it is best suited for three bolts that slide out into the locking part of the frame. The handle can be selected complete with a lock or separately, all at the discretion of the owner.

Decorating

To decorate the resulting gate, various forged products can be welded to the outside. There are a large assortment of such products in various hardware stores and supermarkets. You can choose what you like and make any pattern or composition with your own hands.

The final stage

When the new wicket door is in place, all the parts are screwed on, the decorative forging pattern is welded, it is necessary to clean all metal surfaces and welds from traces of rust, and open it all with a rust converter. After the transducer is taken with a white film, it must be wiped off with a rag, and all metal parts must be primed. When the primer is dry, apply over the paint in two layers.

That's all, our gate is ready!

The above method for assembling a wicket door with your own hands is also suitable for a gate. The assembly principle is the same for almost all materials.

Look very attractive, wood and metal. If you decide to make a gate or a gate made of wood, then you need to provide tools for processing wood in advance and at the end take the necessary measures to protect it from pests and the influence of natural factors.

Despite the variety of building material for fences and fences, when choosing a wicket for a summer residence, it is rather two types - a wicket made of metal and a wicket made of wood. A gate in a country house or in a private courtyard is not only an entrance to the territory. This is protection against unwanted intrusion and theft of property. But besides all these functions, the gate also serves as a decoration of the site.

This is what classic metal wickets of a simple design look like.

Metal wickets have a number of advantages and positive qualities:

• Metal is stronger and more durable than wood;
• A metal gate serves as a more reliable protection;
• A variety of options for cost, appearance, purpose and material.

These wickets are made of a solid sheet of steel or aluminum. They are solid in appearance, and can carefully hide the territory of the courtyard from prying eyes and vandalism. The thickness of the metal can vary from 1 to 5 mm. Such gates are not highly decorative and need regular painting.

Welded metal garden gate
Each of these metals has its own pros and cons. Aluminum wickets are lightweight, but more susceptible to accidental damage. In addition, this metal is more expensive in terms of price.

A gate made of sheet steel is heavier and needs strong foundations. But in comparison with aluminum, it will cost much less for the family budget and has a long service life. Such a gate will not be damaged by a pebble accidentally flying out from under the wheels of the car. It is quite possible to make metal gates with your own hands. This requires a welding machine, a grinder and experience with such tools.

How to make a metal gate yourself

Wrought iron gates

And the gate is made by hand from metal by forging. They are distinguished by their aesthetics and rich appearance. The price of such gates is high, so they remain an inaccessible luxury for a large number of consumers.

Such gates are most often made to order. Handcrafted elements make each piece exquisite and unique. Wrought iron gates are an element of dacha decor, which indicates the status and strong financial position of its owner.

In order for the gate not to look too transparent, they are supplemented with a sheet of metal, corrugated board or polycarbonate. To make such an exhibit with your own hands, you need to have good forging skills and craftsmanship, so most often forged fences are simply bought.

Welded wickets

These wickets are widespread. They are often installed separately or in tandem with a gate to enclose a summer cottage. They can be solid or openwork, with handmade ornaments. A metal or aluminum sheet or corrugated board can serve as a cladding. Doors made in this way are reliable, durable and durable. They are easy to make with your own hands if you have the skills to work with metal or follow the instructions.

At the same time, you need to know that if the frame of a welded wicket is sheathed with corrugated board, it cannot be fixed to the base like ordinary metal. To do this, use special screws.

These gates include metal wickets made of welded mesh. But, if they are used in the fences of the summer cottage, then only to divide the zones within the site or, for example, to separate the recreation area from the garden or vegetable garden.

Strong bases are the key to the strength and durability of the wicket

Whatever metal gates or wickets are chosen for fencing the cottage, they all need a solid and reliable foundation. Indeed, the durability and beauty of the fence depends on this. A skewed gate is unlikely to please the eyes of the owner.

The metal is heavy enough to put a lot of stress on the posts. It will even have a significant weight thanks to the metal frame. Therefore, metal wickets and gates must be installed on strong posts that can withstand the load.

Stone or must be installed on. Depending on the type of fence, it can be tape, solid around the perimeter of the entire fence, or made in the form of glasses, providing strength to the posts.

Drawing and diagram for the installation of a foundation for a brick pillar

If you plan to install the pillars with your own hands from a metal pipe or concrete, then you need to know how to do it correctly. First you need to plan a place for future wickets and gates. After that, a hole is made in the designated place with the help of a drill to the depth of freezing of the soil.

A garden drill is best suited for this job, since the holes should not be much larger than the diameter of the supports, which, in turn, should enter there easily and freely. The bottom of the pit is covered with a cushion of rubble and sand. After that, the pillar is installed. With the help of a construction plumb line, its verticality is checked, after which the free space of the pit is covered with rubble or broken brick.

An example of an installed brick frame of a fence on a foundation

Crushed stone must be well tamped and poured with a cement-sand mortar, which is made in a ratio of 1: 3. The cement hardens for several days, after which you can safely attach a gate or gate to the posts.

Metal wickets and gates are very popular. They are often installed when fencing a summer cottage or a private courtyard. Some types of such gates can be made by hand, and some are better to buy. But they are all durable, reliable and durable.

Not a single suburban area or courtyard can do without a convenient entrance. But making a gate with your own hands from corrugated board, wood or metal is not difficult at all.

Do-it-yourself wicket from corrugated board

To install a gate from corrugated board with your own hands, you must:

Determine the location future wicket. Immediately when installing the fence, leave an opening between the two support pillars, to which the frame will be welded. So easily the problem of discrepancy between the size of the gate and the opening is solved.

Weld transverse crossbar, which will give the structure strength. For this, a piece of pipe is placed in the middle of the frame. Use a level to make sure it is level.

Cutting down excess parts of the frame. You should get an even frame, without the incoming pipe elements. After joining, they are welded and then cleaned using a grinding wheel.

Weld the tops loops... First, the attachment points are carefully cleaned with the help of a "grinder", the upper loop is attached, after which the frame is hung. It remains to weld the lower loop. At this stage, it is important to check if the installation is correct. If, when opening, the frame touches other parts of the structure, it means that a mistake has been made in the wicket scheme.

Fully weld the hinges... The frame is removed again and the hinges weld well. The resulting seams must be cleaned. If you do not want the material to be damaged during welding, cover the corrugated board from sparks and scale.

Do lock hole using the "grinder". The main thing is to correctly make all measurements and mark the desired place on the frame pipe in advance.

Install strike plate do-it-yourself gate lock from corrugated board. It is attached to the fence post with a screwdriver. The frame is pre-installed in place. When everything is ready, check if the lock closes well.

Protect the structure from rust... To do this, it is covered with special compounds and painted.

Mount sheets corrugated board... The material is first adjusted to the dimensions of the resulting frame, then installed using a drill and a rivet or self-tapping gun. Last but not least, pads and handles are mounted on the lock.

Install limiter... This is a piece of metal placed inside the opening and designed to prevent the gate from opening too much.

In this way, a do-it-yourself wicket made of corrugated board is installed directly on the fence posts, which allows you to get a reliable and durable structure without unnecessary effort.

Do-it-yourself wooden gate

The wooden gate also looks good. This design is no less durable and decorative. The stages are as follows:

Prepare tools and materials for work. You will need boards and bars, metal corners and hinges, self-tapping screws, bolts, a drill, a level, a square, a tape measure, a socket head and a ratchet, a construction pencil. Before starting work, it is advisable to impregnate wooden blanks with an antiseptic that will protect against insects, mold and drying out.

Make the right ones measurements... It is necessary to decide on what width the passage will be, and then calculate the required number of boards. Bars are required for the frame. It is hung on supports that are pre-installed using metal wedges. So as not to cut off the dos later ki, carefully determine the distance between the supports before installation.

Prepare the material for the frame. The bars should be about 5-10 cm shorter than the wicket boards.

Assemble the frame using metal corners and fasteners. At this stage, bolts will come in handy, the size of which should be much smaller than the width of the workpiece, which will allow you to perform the assembly efficiently without damaging the bars. You will get a rectangle, in the center of which the crossbar is installed.

Hang frame on ready-made supports. Try on if all the structural elements converge well, then install the frame using the props.

Fasten on supports loops... Pre-level all the elements, and do not tighten the bolts to the end. It is enough to adjust them and squeeze them all the way.

Mount boards wickets. They are screwed to the frame with self-tapping screws.

Color received wicket.

Install the top the bar. Such a frame looks very decorative, and it is easy to make it: you need to place the bar slightly above the top of the boards, placing a piece of timber between it and the support. Nail it down.

Install the heck. Small metal locks are well suited to wooden gates with their own hands, which are placed on the outer board from the opening side.

Thus, you can easily make a wooden gate with your own hands in just a few hours.

Wooden gate for giving step-by-step instructions with a photo

A wooden gate for a summer residence looks great - step-by-step instructions with a photo will help you make it quickly and easily. The construction will require larch boards. It is this type of wood that is preferable, since it is less susceptible to decay and has a decorative cut. If desired, you can replace it with pine.

Thus, you need to prepare:

• larch blanks 2000 x 140 x 20 (10 pcs.);
• pine boards 2000 x 150 x 50 (2 pcs.);
• loops (2 pcs.);
• metal-toothed plates (6 pcs.);
• brass plates (4 pcs.);
• brass screws (40 pcs.);
• corner;
• the heck;
• door handle;
• priming;
• protective agent;
• yacht varnish;
• chisel and hammer;
• hacksaw;
• drill;
• screwdriver;
• jigsaw;
• plane;
• bubble level;
• pencil and brush;
• skin;
• rope.

It is advisable to sketch in advance schema wickets to have an idea of ​​the installation steps.

The gate is made as follows:

Make pine blanks sidewalls... Hinges are attached to them.

Align items vertically using a level.

Support boards and attach to concrete pillars.

Treat wood with several layers antiseptic and protective composition, cover with yacht varnish.

Install support bar using self-tapping screws.

Collect frame, fastening the corners with brass strips and self-tapping screws.

Strengthen the structure with metal-toothed plates which are pressed into the wood and nailed.

Such a plate will make the gate reliable and durable.

Adjust the hinges for the wicket door.

Mount loops onto the support bar.

Insert the frame into the opening to check that the size is correct.

Make from the board brace, which will add rigidity to the structure.

Attach the brace to the frame with plates.

The result is a sturdy wicket door frame.

Fix the frame to the hinges, sheathe her boards. The first workpiece is set to the support, which is leveled.

There are 2 self-tapping screws for each planking board, 3 for the corner ones.

Sew all the boards.

Drill holes for self-tapping screws in advance and countersunk so that the caps sink a little into the material.

Mount pen. For the convenience of work, we advise you not to fix the second board from the edge yet - it is easy to reach through the opening to both sides of the wicket.

With a pencil and rope, forming a compass, draw circles at the top of the structure.

Make cuts along the lines obtained jigsaw, process the cuts in the same way as the workpieces, only finish with not one, but two layers of varnish.

Set brass corner to keep the hinges from aligning.

Fasten the rubber retainer with a self-tapping screw.

Such a step-by-step instruction with a photo of a wooden gate for a summer residence will help to make without much difficulty.

Diy wicket schemes

Wicket diagrams will help to cope with the work. You can see them in the pictures.

Wicket from corrugated board photo

A gate made of corrugated board with your own hands can be made in several versions. For example, designs are made in the same style as the fence or, conversely, contrast with it. The gate looks great in combination with brickwork or wide pillars of light stone. You can arrange it with the help of a visor over the opening, forged edging and other elements, even hang a mailbox. By connecting your imagination, it is easy to create a gate that has a strict, solid or, on the contrary, a bright and fresh look.

Wooden gate photo

To make a wooden gate with your own hands, boards or a picket fence of various widths are used, there are no gaps between them, or, conversely, large distances are left. The gate itself is painted in the same color as the fence, or made in contrast. Black hinges and locks work well for wood with natural wood grain. As for the frame, it does not have to be wooden - a metal profile will do. An interesting option is a wicket made of shields installed horizontally

Wrought iron gates photo

Forged gates look decorative. They have a light, airy, romantic look, which is achieved through the use of openwork weaving, mesh, metallic flowers and curls. Usually, such products are painted black, which goes well with light shades of the supports. The upper edge is made semicircular, curly, or the profile is decorated with decorative peaks. Above the opening, you can install a forged openwork visor, which perfectly complements the design.

Chain-link gate

For those who do not want to spend a lot of time on the fence, it is recommended to make a gate with their own hands from a chain-link. The simplest and most uncomplicated option: two supporting metal pillars are mounted in the ground, to which an ordinary rectangular frame with a mesh is fixed. All metal parts are covered with paint, except for the chain-link itself. To conveniently mount the handle, it is recommended to install a small piece of metal profile obliquely between the outer side of the frame and the cross member

A gate made of a metal picket fence photo

It is easy to make a gate with your own hands from a metal picket fence. The workpieces are painted in the desired shade, mounted with gaps at the same level or in a checkerboard pattern: some below, others above. To make the gate look more interesting, it is worth using unusual fittings, decorative strips, self-tapping screws with large hats that stand out against the background of the material, hang a mailbox.

Many owners of country houses prefer to make the wicket separately from the gate. Moreover, you can build it yourself from different materials, but most often they use wood or metal. Such a product will decorate any site, but before proceeding with its construction, you need to choose an installation site. You also need to take measurements and draw up a diagram.

Finding the installation location

The gate should be installed so that there is a free passage to the house. In addition, there should not be any pits next to it, otherwise dirt and water will accumulate in the recesses all the time.

You can do several gates with your own hands, for example, one will be input and the other will be rear to reduce the distance covered. Moreover, additional doors can be built from wood.

Design features of the wicket

To make metal gates with your own hands, you will need the following elements:

• The frame that serves as the base of the door in the fence;
• Sheathing;
• Sheds for fixing the product;
• Latches.

Particular attention should be paid to the cladding, since a variety of materials can be used for the construction of a metal wicket: profiled sheet, galvanized steel, mesh-netting or reinforcement. When choosing a cladding, it is better to first look at the photo of how the product will look with it, since there are many of them on the Internet today.

Installation of side posts

A metal gate is attached to posts, which are deepened one meter into the ground in order to prevent the product from sagging under its own weight. Then the markup is done and the place of installation is marked.

With the help of a grinder, you need to cut off the length of the post from the workpiece, adding one meter to it. Then the surface is processed: removes traces of rust with an anti-corrosion liquid and grinder. When everything is dry, a white bloom will appear, which should also be removed with a rag.

You will need a grout to fill the holes. To make it, you need cement mix with sand in a ratio of about 1: 3... You should get a homogeneous mixture. A little water is added to it, and the mass is brought to a liquid state.

The next step is to install the pillars. Crushed stone or any stones must be poured into the drilled holes - everything must be tamped. Then the supports are poured, but be careful about their exposure. The perpendicularity of the installation should be checked with a plumb line.

Do-it-yourself wicket frame creation

For the manufacture of the frame, as a rule, a metal corner is used. It gives the product durability and strength. Before proceeding to the construction of a door in the fence, you need to decide in advance on its size. By the way, the bottom of the gate should be slightly higher than its posts how it looks you can see the photo.

Several metal profiles will form the basis of the frame, one of which will be additional. The length of the last item should be the same as the width of the metal. This profile will create additional rigidity as it will be placed in the center. Such a frame will last for many years.

Product casing

For such purposes, any suitable material will do. In addition, the door in the fence can be made open with a pattern of bent reinforcement. But, if they make a blind gate, then they use:

• Edged board... It will go well with the corner base. Fix the boards to the additional profile and frame with screws.
• Fence netting... Most often, country gates are built from it. Fasten it with the ends of a wire or self-tapping screws with a wide head.
• Solid sheet metal... It is cut to the size of the frame, applied and secured by welding. It is also advisable to use rivets for fixing. It is not necessary to use sheets that are too thick - 2-3 mm will be enough.

It is better to sheathe the front side of the wicket made of metal with a galvanized sheet, since without galvanizing the material will quickly turn black.

Attachment of awnings and latches

The awnings consist of different parts. So, one side is attached to the door, the second should be fixed to the supporting pillars of the wicket, and the third should serve as a fastening part. True, such a gate will weigh a lot. For its installation, simple fasteners may not be enough. You need to fix the canopy with a weld, however, if the gate is not heavy, then you can use rivets, because with them the appearance of the product turns out to be more aesthetic.

The latch can be a metal plate. It will move out of the wicket, thereby holding the entire structure. Some also use a chain or a hook as a latch, but it's better to look at the photo, which looks prettier.

Metal wicket decoration

In order for this metal product to turn out not only beautiful, but also stylish, it is necessary to decorate it with forged details. They must be welded immediately after the wicket is assembled. Thus, it will be possible to accurately paint it. Decorative items are sold in any hardware store... In order to save money, you can make similar products with your own hands from a photo from a reinforcement or a thin profile.

If you plant climbing plants next to the gate, you will be able to create shading of the space. You can also decorate the gate with original handles, but they will have to be combined with other decorative elements.

After creating a wicket with your own hands, it is necessary to clean all welded seams and metal surfaces from traces of corrosion. Open everything with a rust converter, and remove the film that appears after the product dries with a piece of cloth. Metal elements must be well primed. On top of the primer layer, all that remains is to apply the paint in several layers. All metal wickets are ready!

Metal wickets and gates are the most common type of fence arrangement in a suburban area. Metal as a material has a number of undeniable advantages. This is an opportunity to make a unique design, and an affordable price, and the durability of the product. Choosing a gate made of metal, you can bring to life the most original design solutions. Your wicket can be the one and only that will make you stand out from the rest.

It is possible to make a metal gate with your own hands

You can try to install a metal gate with your own hands. This process is quite simple and straightforward if you approach it responsibly. The main thing that is required of you is the ability to use a welding machine. Stock up on the necessary tools, materials, choose the time and feel free to proceed with the installation.

Preparatory work

Choose a location and measure carefully. Decide on the pillars. They can also be metal, or they can be made of bricks. If a brick will be used, then its thickness is important.

The drawing of the gate must be done in detail on paper.

Please note that wickets with forging elements look very impressive. Models of such gates can be seen on the photo on the Internet. But you cannot make such a gate yourself; here you will have to turn to specialized firms. With your own hands it will turn out to make a gate from a metal profile.

Forged metal wicket

Tools and materials

To work, you will definitely need the following tools:

• welding machine
• protective mask or welder's mask
• angle grinder
• cutting and grinding discs for metal of the required size
• hammer, chisel, crowbar
• goggles, respirator, protective gloves

Be sure to use the protective equipment listed above to protect you from unwanted injury and burns.

Metal gates and wickets

Manufacturing and installation process

First, install the posts with your own hands. If you have them made of bricks, then special metal inserts are made in the masonry for welding the wicket hinges. If the pillars are metal, then each pillar must be poured with concrete separately. Do not forget to tamp thoroughly. This will help to avoid unwanted rolls and distortions of the wicket in the future.

Using a grinder, we cut off the side posts of the wicket from the profile pipe. Then we cut off the upper and lower parts, as well as a piece of pipe that will be attached in the middle. Let's start the welding process. The cut pieces must be placed on a flat surface and carefully welded together. You can see a photo of the finished frame below.

Creative forged wicket

Then we weld the hinges to the resulting frame or frame. Divide the loop into two parts. We weld the part with the pin onto the gate, the other part - onto the fence posts. The hinges must be perfectly parallel to the wicket and fit flush with the profile pipe. Use a hammer to beat off the excess weld and clean the weld with a grinder with a grinding disc.

To prevent metal corrosion, the gate must be treated with a degreaser and then with a primer. Attach a profiled sheet or weld a profiled pipe. Insert the lock and handles. In the photo you can see samples of ready-made metal gates made by hand.

And finally, we will give some useful tips from professionals.

1. The minimum width of the wicket should be at least 1 m. Be guided by the fact that you should freely pass through the opening, even with bulky things. For example, with a construction wheelbarrow.
2. If you will be using electrical wires, run the cable inside the pipes. There he will be protected more reliably.
3. Leave a gap of at least 10 cm between the gate and the ground plane. This is necessary for free opening in winter, when snow falls outside.
4. Fasten the corrugated board only with self-tapping screws. Do not use rivets, they will loosen very quickly.

Do-it-yourself metal gate is a reality

Well, we hope that this article will be useful for you if you decide to install a metal gate with your own hands. If you did not receive answers to all your questions, then we suggest that you carefully look at the photos and videos at the end of the article. Good luck!