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Metal Gates Direct - Instructions For Installing Aluminium Driveway Gates Onto Brickwork

Instructions for Installing Aluminium Driveway Gates onto Brickwork


To install your new aluminium driveway gates correctly, you must follow the instructions detailed below.

Before you begin, we recommend that you make sure that the brick wall is strong enough to support the weight of the gates. If you are unsure of its strength and structural integrity, it is wise to seek a professional opinion or consider using gates posts as a stable alternative.

Check the gate width diagram

Mark and drill lower bracket diagram

Pre assemble lower spiggot diagram

Fix lower hinge to brickwork diagram

Load the gate diagram

Assemble the upper spigot diagram

Mark the upper bracket diagram

Drill holes for  top bracket diagram

Fix upper hinge diagram

Repeat for second gate diagram

Adjust upper hinges diagram

Fit hinge covers diagram

Project complete diagram