Corten Steel Gates: A Guide to Custom Steel Garden Gates

A custom steel garden gate should be specified around three things: the opening it needs to fill, the level of privacy or security you need, and how it complements other materials already in your garden or on your house frontage. Here's what to think through before ordering.

Getting the size right

Measure the full opening width and height, and account for any ground slope across the opening — gates need to clear the ground evenly through their full swing. Edensteel's Flat Top Steel Gates are built to your exact specification rather than off a fixed size range, so accurate measurements at the enquiry stage save time later.

Style options

• Flat top, vertical bar — a clean, contemporary look that suits most modern house frontages.
• Solid or semi-solid panels — for greater privacy, at the cost of some airflow and visibility through the gate.
• Combination designs — mixing bar and panel sections for a balance of privacy and light.

Security considerations

Steel gates offer a strong deterrent simply through their material and weight. For added security, consider a five-lever mortice lock, hinge bolts to prevent lifting, and self-closing hinges for gates that need to stay shut behind visitors.

Coordinating with other garden features

A steel gate finished to complement Corten steel planters or steel edging elsewhere in the garden creates a coordinated, considered look rather than a mix of unrelated materials at the front of the property.

Frequently asked questions

Can steel gates be made to an unusual opening size?

Yes — custom steel gates are built to your exact opening, including sloped or irregular ground conditions.

Do steel gates need painting?

Depends on the finish specified — painted, galvanised and Corten weathering finishes are all options, each with different maintenance needs (see our material comparison guide for the general principles).

How long does a custom gate take to make?

Bespoke fabrication takes longer than an off-the-shelf product — get in touch for a current lead time estimate for your specification.

Can a steel gate be automated?

Yes, steel gates can be specified with electric operation — discuss this at the enquiry stage as it affects the frame design and hinge specification.

Start your enquiry

View the Custom Steel Gates range and get in touch to discuss your exact requirements.