Tip: <\/strong>If you are attaching wooden posts to an existing brick\/stone wall or pillars, you can get away with using thinner posts.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nIf you are attaching the gate to concrete columns, 12\u201d x 12\u201d reinforced pillars are recommended for smaller gates while 18\u2033 \u00d7 18\u2033 columns are ideal for heavy and wide gates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are installing a metal gate attached to metal posts, the posts will be smaller compared to wood or concrete since steel is stronger than either material. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Metal post sizes start at 2\u201d x 2\u201d and can be as thick as 6\u201d x 6\u201d. Consult the gate fabricator or a pro for advice on what size metal posts to use depending on the width and weight of your metal gate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s most of what you need to know about driveway gate sizes. Make it wide enough that cars can fit through, make it as tall as you need for security and privacy (check city\/HOA laws for max height), and leave enough ground clearance to ensure the gate opens and closes easily. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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