When we think of gates, we usually think of wood or metal finishes or whether it opens as a side slide or a bifold, but did you ever think about the different styles of automatic gates? The two main categories of gate styles consist of traditional and modern or contemporary. Did you know that you can pick many specific styles within the traditional and modern or contemporary categories? Today, let’s explore five different unique automatic gate styles for your home.
1. Garden or Cottage-Style Gates
Do you want to live in a rustic fantasy? Do you want to feel like you’re living in the countryside, even if you are in a city? A garden or cottage-style automatic gate can make you feel like you’re living close to nature and the comforts of the country. Garden or cottage-style automatic gates consist of metal or wood and might even have stone on the sides too. If you are looking for a classic rustic aesthetic for your home, then a garden or cottage-style automatic gate is for you.
2. Craftsman-Style Gates
Are you looking for an entry gate that has the appearance of a personal touch? A craftsman-style look might be what you need for your automatic gate. Many craftsman gates are made of wood, whether it’s composite, cedar, or redwood. You can also have these gates painted to match the style of the rest of your home. If the appearance of a personal touch is what you want, a craftsman-style gate is one way to go.
3. Industrial-Style Gates
Industrial-style driveway gates can give you that sleek modern look if that’s more to your taste. While “industrial” might evoke images of dull metal structures that create a feeling of confinement, industrial gates can come in any material or design. They can be traditional industrial, which is the classic iron or metal bars running horizontally or vertically, or they can be solid in style with aluminum framing. Industrial-style gates work whether you are seeking a traditional or modern style.
4. Victorian-Style Gates
Do you want your metal gate to catch everyone’s eyes? Do you want to add a flourish to your gate, whether leaving or returning, or do you just want to feel like you live in an old English estate? Victorian-style gates can include all sorts of metallic flourishes and designs evocative of a classic bygone era. These cast-iron gates have vine-like ornamentation that will make your home the envy of your neighborhood.
5. Hog-Fence Style Gate
Do you want a gate style reminiscent of an idyllic farm? Do you want a gate that has a more simple charm that also does its job of keeping your home safe? A hog-fence style gate brings rural character and effective protection. This gate design consists of a wood frame with wires filling it in to resemble a hog fence. This gate style is particularly popular for DIY projects. If you are looking for your next DIY project or are just seeking something simple but effective, then a hog-fence style automatic gate might be what you need.
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While the five automatic gate design ideas explored above are not the only options for gate styles, we hope that they still provided inspiration for what you want for your automatic gate. When deciding what style of gate you want, consider the following questions: What style works best with my home? Which style do I think will be most effective for security purposes? What is my budget and how do I plan to save for the gate of my choice? How do I want my gate to open? If you need help answering these questions while you select your gate, contact us at Garage Door Repair Santa Fe so we can help you install your new gate.