Archive for July 20th, 2022

Gates are one of the first visuals seen by guests arriving at your home. Also called courtyard gates, driveway gates, and access gates, they can be an amazing addition and focal point for adding curb appeal . Depending on the design preferences one has, a front gate can be made to stand out or blend in with an attached fence or wall. Choosing a modern gate will offer security and aesthetics for residential homeowners, while defining their individual and architectural styles. All types of residential properties can benefit from installing an interesting and attractive gate. An access gate will generate a first impression about the rest of a home and property contained within. The gate design should be appealing, however it should also maintain continuity with the surrounding landscape and home. Modern gates installed on coastal homes will require durable materials to combat salt air and UV exposure at the beach. Whether your home is on the coast or in a rural setting there is really no limit to constructing a more modern design. Horizontal rods, cables, hardwood slats, glass and custom pattern infill are commonly used in modern gate designs. Durable Modern Gate Designs At San Diego Cable Railings we furnish primarily stainless steel cable gates and horizontal wooden or steel slat designs that are popular in southern CA and coastal areas. In addition to being beautiful to look at; materials like stainless steel and Ipe are extremely durable. We can also construct hybrid gate designs, integrating tempered glass, wood, steel, etc. Although modern gates can also be constructed from soft wood species and other types of metals, we prefer to use high grades of stainless steel and/or hard woods for our gate installations. Installing a New Gate at Your Home Modern gates are often hung on cinder block columns with rock or other natural veneers. They may also be mounted to walls, fences, or large wooden and steel posts imbedded in concrete. Sturdy mounts are required for successful operation and longevity of a your gate. Custom hardware and latches may also be necessary in order to get highly desirable results. Large entry gates utilize motorized arms, rails, electrical connections, solar etc. Often times our customers will elect to hire professionals for the installation of their modern gates. The larger in size and the higher the value of the gate, the more necessary it is to use a professional installer. Masonry mounting, custom hardware and large gates can be challenging for DIY installation. For customers looking to hire out a gate installation, our preferred contractors have specialized experience installing our gates. All of our contractors are licensed, insured and bonded; with decades of experience hanging our gates in Southern CA. If you have questions or would like pricing and availability for a modern gate at your home; give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit the quote request page today.