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An outdoor metal gate is not just a way to cover a hole in the fence or the wall through which people pass to enter a garden or a backyard. Over the last centuries, metal gates for porches and gardens have become a piece of décor that homeowners use to define the style of a property from the very entrance, as well as an important tool to provide safety.

Gates come in a huge variety of shapes, materials, and designs: wooden gates are usually associated with rural landscapes and countryside, metal backyard gates and outdoor steel gates are common in urban homes and condos, while people see a small exterior wrought iron gate immediately think of Mediterranean villas and high-hand mansions.

Homeowners also choose their outdoor metal gates based on design and aesthetic – a light, see-through aluminum outdoor gate makes for a great introduction to a contemporary building. In contrast, a huge double-leaf black metal outdoor gate would be more appropriate to open onto a large, enclosed territory.

Types of outdoor metal gates

Generally speaking, outdoor metal gates can be divided into categories depending on their dimensions, the way they open, and their design. Driveway gates are larger and are also called double gates as they usually are double-leafed. In some cases, large outdoor steel gates only feature one pane that is connected to a motor and slides open to let cars through.

On the other hand, small metal gates for porches, courtyards, and gardens are single-leaf and have more variety in terms of design and style. Exterior wrought iron gates boast beautiful handmade decorations but are usually very heavy and thus commonly installed directly onto brick walls that can bear their weight. Other metal backyard gates, for example, aluminum outdoor gates, are much lighter and often equipped with a frame so that they can also be used for fences.

Other characteristics of outdoor metal gates

See-through gates have some advantages and disadvantages over full-panel gates. As pros, these models are lighter, easier to install, and can feature different designs such as geometrical patterns, flowers, and many more. They are also visually lighter and airy and are a good way to zone territories and even areas inside a property like metal gates for porches do. However, they are also easier to climb over, providing less safety and privacy, as everything that happens besides the gate can be seen.

Full-panel outdoor steel gates are often chosen as main gates and driveway gates by homeowners who cherish privacy and want to feel safe, as they are virtually impossible to climb over. Small black metal outdoor gates of this type can also be a stylish choice for industrial buildings.

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