How do you choose your entrance gate?

The entrance gate, regardless of whether it is being installed in a newly built house or replaced after many years of use of its predecessor, should be chosen wisely and it is worth thinking about several important issues before ordering it. We use the entrance gate frequently and making a wrong choice will affect the comfort of its use for many years. Therefore, it is important to consider before making a final decision, how to choose an entrance gate.

Low price=low quality

Good entrance gate should be made of steel profiles of the appropriate size, which are skilfully welded together, then aesthetically sanded and finally powder coated in the chosen colour. This is, of course, an abbreviated presentation of the process of creating the door, but quality is needed at every stage of its production in order for the door to function faultlessly for many years.
If the wrong components are used, the buyer will very quickly become convinced of the quality of their choice. The gate is an external component that we are reluctant to replace and its failure rate can be troublesome. A gate is an investment and we should treat this purchase as such. Good steel, quality accessories such as hinges or locks, proper welding and galvanisation will ensure that the gate will not rust, creak or have a very long life. Any saving will cause our gate to be a cause for concern in the future.

Best door type

On building groups and forums, you may come across opinions that if an entrance gate is only a sliding gate and any other is a relic and a hassle in the future. As a manufacturer of swing and sliding gates, we have to say that what type of gate you choose often depends, not on your preferences, but on the conditions of the plot of land.
What options are available? Below we will try to outline all possible situations on the plot and the solutions available:

• in the fence line there is no space for the door leaf and counterweightand the distance between the fence and the house is large - Bet on a swing gate. Traditionally, two leaves are installed, but we have also made single-leaf gates. The appearance of the gate does not matter to the manufacturer. We will make one that you design;
• in the fence line there is no space for the door leaf and counterweightand the distance between the fence and the house is small - This is a typical situation for town houses with limited plot size. Usually in these situations there is no entrance gate, but if there is a need to install one, we recommend our > folding gates <. Jej składane skrzydła usprawniają otwieranie oraz użytkowanie przestrzeni podwórka;
• there is space in the fence line only per door leafbut without a counterbalance - you can consider either a swing gate or a sliding gate without a counterbalance, which slides on rollers and a track mounted in the ground. The disadvantage of the latter solution is that sand in summer and leaves and snow in autumn and winter can block the track of the gate;
• in the fence line is Sufficient space to mount any size of door - choose a sliding gate additionally equipped with a drive for easier opening and closing;
• along the fence line there is room for a gate leaf, but only on one side - We have already made a gate that was a combination of two systems - a swing gate and a sliding gate. Such a solution, usually dedicated to industrial customers, is also available for individual customers;
• sloping drivewaywhere the slope is towards the road - according to Polish regulations, you cannot install a gate that opens towards the public road. It is also worth remembering that the gate should be positioned in such a way that the entry and exit takes place safely and as far as possible without interfering with pedestrian and car traffic. If the terrain from the house to the gate is sloping, we suggest our solution, i.e. gate for sloping driveway. The leaf gently lifts on its hinges above the driveway when opening. This option is also available with full automation;
• no place at all Neither along the fence nor between the house and the gate - in this case, we recommend a gate that goes up. The faces of the neighbours watching the opening and closing sequence are priceless.

Incorrect door dimension

When building a house, it is worth considering at an early stage the right place for the entrance gate. It is essential to know that the gate should be at least 2.5 wide in order to be used comfortably. The wider it is, the more convenient it will be to enter the property. In addition, once the wings have been opened on the driveway, it is a good idea to leave yourself space for possible manoeuvring of the car or even free communication. Another aspect is the exit from the public road. If space permits and the house is located on a busy road, you might consider reversing the gate itself in relation to the road. Such a manoeuvre will allow you to enter safely and not clutter the road with your car.
The wrong door size can also be a problem if you order the door from the manufacturer and measure the entrance light yourself. Often a mistake at this stage can have costly consequences during installation.

Lack of improvements to increase the comfort of the door

When ordering a gate direct from the manufacturer, it is worth considering fitting it together with an operator to make it more pleasant to use. A properly made gate should be able to be moved on rollers or opened without too much trouble, but the lack of the need to get out and open or close the gate will be particularly appreciated by fellow passengers, who usually act as the gate opener.

Design aesthetics

For some, the robustness of the door will be the best selection criterion. Others will pay close attention to the aesthetics of the connections, which will translate into an elegant appearance of the gate. And still others expect technological innovations from the gate and its full automation. Fortunately for our customers, they will find everything in our gates. The steel we use and its parameters are selected so that the gates can last for years. The quality of the welding and the appearance of the gates are also our focus. We know that a job well done translates into the longevity of our products and thus they are our advertisement. Technological innovations are also nothing short of amazing. Whether you require automation for special tasks that works faultlessly in dust and dust, or you dream of a gate with a drive that works with your smart home, at Rakstal you will find a partner to talk to.

The entrance gate to a house has the task of guarding uninvited guests' access to the property. This is its first task. The gate itself can have a number of other functions, and the large range on offer on the market makes it possible to choose an aesthetically pleasing gate which, in addition to providing security, will also have a decorative function. Matching the appearance of the gate to the overall appearance of the house is not problematic, and is even becoming more common with purchasers. Aesthetics and reliability are two features of the gates that you will encounter in our realisations.