A deck isn t just a safety implement but a chance to punctuate the overall style and quality of your backyard deck.
Diy rolling deck gate.
Sliding gate for deck materials from lowe s.
All that s left to procure is a deck gate worthy of welcoming your guests in and keeping your cherished space safe.
I looked at several options.
It was less than 60 to make and took less than 2 hours to buil.
Our previous method of deck gating could be considered a little lacking.
Measuring tape table saw drill lumber pressure treated 2x4s and several 2x2 balusters depending on the desired width wood screws two gate hinges one gate latch four metal corner braces.
Kastforce kf4011 20pcs deck railing brackets connectors for 2x4 1 5x3 5 railing wood post with 120pcs black coating stainless screws 4 4 out of 5 stars 190.
Extra wide and extra tall this dog gate from jennifer maker is perfect for keeping leggy doggos at bay while the standard freestanding design is great for portability it can also be wall mounted if you install a hinge kit or similar hardware.
I needed a gate that was easy to use for my deck.
To keep new puppy safe.
The folding motion makes it easy to use this gate in tight quarters avoiding the wide swing seen in some gates.
Diy extra wide pet gate.
The nice weather has accentuated a shortcoming of our deck once.
Couldn t find a gate to buy that really matched our deck in terms of appearance.
I ll have to keep my eye on the gate kit.
They take up too much room and they always wind up sagging no matter how well they are built and supported.
Jan 25 2019 i ve never been a fan of swinging deck gates.
Aleko dwgd11x5 diy arched steel dual swing driveway gate kit with lock athens style 11 x 5 feet 3 5 out of 5 stars 51.
Picket fence or pacific beach house there are countless options for those who appreciate the finer notes.
Saved by gale conner.
When it was all said and done including figuring out the modifications this rolling deck gate build took me a little over one afternoon to build and install.
That s not too bad for a functional gate that isn t as obtrusive as a swinging gate and it shouldn t have any of the sag issues either.
This gate slides easy and takes up no room.
This diy instruction solved a lot of problems i had when wishing to replace two plastic baby gates that were keeping our dog confined to the deck and out of the backyard.