Whilst we are well known for our quality timber and galvanised farm products did you know we also supply standard stock and custom made timber gates?
We provide our standard stock gates alongside bespoke made to measure gates in almost any design. Whether it is a garden gate, field gate or a decorative gate for your driveway we can provide a high quality, well-made solution!
What do we stock?”
Wooden Field Gates
At W. Burton and Sons we supply wooden field gates to numerous fencing contractors, landscapers and farmers around the Midlands area. We pride ourselves on offering top quality gates which is why we have a regular client base. All our gates are handmade to give the very best possible finish. They are made using a softwood, Softwood is a type of wood that is cut from trees belonging to gymnosperms, such as coniferous trees.
Softwood trees, such as pine, cedar, larch, spruce and fir keep their leaves throughout the year and grow faster than hardwood. Consumer and contract law require that any product offered for sale must be fit for its intended use and impregnated with preservative to a specific standard.
Our gates are treated to a user class 3 (UC3) these are designed for outdoor use. and are treated to prevent wood decay or insect attack. The preservative must have been penetrated the wood at least 3mm depth.
The UC3 tanalising process itself consists of 5-stages.
- The timber is loaded into a large treatment tank and put under a vacuum
- The tank is then filled with the wood preservative
- The whole tank is then put under hydraulic pressure forcing the preservative deep in to the timber.
- The tank is then drained, and the vacuum broken, allowing the low pressure inside the timber to draw in any remaining preservative
- The timber is then left to dry naturally
Once all these steps are carried out we are then in position to begin making the gates.
Our wooden gates are rough sawn 5 rail gates which offers both strength and sturdiness, they look just as good in a field gateway or in front of a property as they offer style and security.
The rails themselves are made using a Swedish redwood. This wood is selected to use specifically on the rails at it does not bend or twist meaning that the gate will stay strong and not bow over time. Hardwoods grow a lot slower making them more dense and therefore stronger.
It is crucial to use the correct wood for to produce a quality product fit for purpose and longevity.
All of the bolts and screws used on the gates are zinc coated to ensure they stand up to the elements outside.
Wicket Gates
Also known as Picket Gates, we stock a range of round top and pointed top in a variety of sizes and are the perfect addition to any garden setting. Our Wicket Gates are made using pressure treated timbers to aid against decay and insect attack, stocked sizes are listed below…
| Height | Width | |
| 900mm / 3ft | x | 900mm / 3ft |
| 1200mm / 4ft | x | 900mm / 3ft |
| 900mm / 3ft | x | 1200mm /4ft |
| 1200mm / 4ft | x | 1200mm / 4ft |
| Height | Width | |
| 900mm / 3ft | x | 900mm / 3ft |
| 1200mm / 4ft | x | 900mm / 3ft |
| 900mm / 3ft | x | 1200mm /4ft |
| 1200mm / 4ft | x | 1200mm / 4ft |
Closeboard Doors
Closeboard Doors are a simple door typically used on garden side entrances and are manufactured using vertical feather edge cladding.
We stock a 1800mm / 6ft high x 900mm / 3ft wide in a sawn finish.
Made to Order Gates
We are able to offer a bespoke, made to measure service on almost any style of gate- made to the nearest millimetre. Below are some of the most popular styles we can offer… If you do not see the style of gate that you are looking for or would like to order, please feel free to call us on 01538 753184 or email us at info@wburton.co.uk and our team of experts will be happy to assist you. As these gates are made to order they come with a lead time which can vary, please contact us for an estimate of this.
Wooden Field Gates
The exact same style as mentioned above, however these can be finished to PAR (smooth finish) providing a more luxurious finish. These can also be manufactured using Meranti or Iroka, which are high quality hardwoods.
Wooden Ranch Gates
All of our Ranch Gates are made to order regardless of size or finish. These gates have a number of uses, however are most commonly seen on driveways as they provide a greater presence and are very elegant! Available to order in Swedish Redwood in a sawn or PAR finish, Meranti or Iroka.
Essex Tongue and Groove Gate
Constructed using vertical tongue and groove boards and can be hung as a pair or hung in singles.
These gates are commonly used at the entrances of driveways and gardens and feature a convex or concave top and can also be made with a rebated centre or no rebate at all, the choice is yours!
Please note that these gates are made untreated due to their design so would need to be coated with a type of timber treatment once hung.
Norfolk Tongue and Groove Gate
This style of gate is also made using vertical T&G boards and has a slightly simpler design featuring a flat top and can be made using Swedish redwood or kilned dries Iroko.
Our Norfolk gates can also be made with a rebated centre or no rebate if they or going to be hung as a pair, or these can also be made to be hung in singles.
How to Measure for Your Bespoke Gates
To measure for your bespoke gate, follow these simple steps:
- Where possible we highly recommend installing your gate posts before taking your measurements.
- Once your gate posts are installed take 3 measurements between your posts- one from the top, one from the middle and the final from the bottom.
- Reduce the smallest measurement by 30mm and driveway gates and reduce by 15mm for single gates. This will provide a neat fit, whilst leaving room for natural swelling of the timber during different weather conditions.
Further Information or To Order.
If you have any questions or would like to order one of our gates please contact our knowledgeable team by calling 01538 753184 or email info@wburton.co.uk and we will be happy to help.
