Best gate hardware according to redditors
We found 60 Reddit comments discussing the best gate hardware. We ranked the 41 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 60 Reddit comments discussing the best gate hardware. We ranked the 41 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
If you absolutely must have a gate for the time being and you aren't too fussy about it, you can just build a new gate with a couple treated 2x4s, some treated pickets, and a gate kit.
Hang it from the house side (the hinges on these kits are nice and skinny), and stick a temporary post in place of the old one with one of these, and affix it to the existing fence.
Though you might not be able to get the spike in if the roots are in the way.
Take a look at the iSmartGate: https://www.amazon.com/ISMARTGATE-Gogogate2-Compatible-Controller-Smartphone/dp/B07Q2CTKCY/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=ismartgate&qid=1569363337&sr=8-9
Use direct burial ethernet, and seal the NAS in an underground enclosure. For power, chop off the end of the DC power supply and extend it with this. Voltage drop may become an issue, so an AC outlet may need to be installed in the box using this cable.
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Sure, online backup sites are pretty cheap compared to doing this. I use OneDrive myself. But if you want both privacy and physical security; This is the way to go.
Looks great. At some point, your gate will sag. When that happens, install one of these to fix it permanently http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Hardware-76-0828-Anti-Sag-Gate/dp/B00004Z109/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1398628557&sr=8-11&keywords=gate+kit
I think that this one is a great deal.
IC3 TACTICAL SHACKLE GUARD System by Commando Lock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01107CH5C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qq.Axb0GKTYT4
Short version- it's probably cheaper to buy a 2nd robot vacuum, unless you go total DIY route.
Medium version- Unless the hallway is an outside hallway (IE one of the hallway walls is on the outside of the house) you probably aren't wasting any money heating it. If the hallway is surrounded by heated rooms, then the hallway itself won't bleed much heat except maybe through the ceiling and that's probably to another apartment.
Long version: Locking and unlocking doors is fairly easy. Unlatching doors is a bit harder- motorized doorknobs aren't really a common thing so you'd need an electric security strike plate. That would probably require cutting out a lot of the door frame to mount it. Then you have the issue of actually opening and closing the door. It has to open and close with enough force that it pushes the latch through the strike plate, but also should have some safety mechanism so it can't cause any harm to a human or pet. That's one reason why automatic door openers (like you see at the supermarket) are quite expensive- you need a powerful motor but you also need a bunch of sensors to stop the motor before it does any damage. Those things are quite expensive and require custom mounting. They're also fugly- this is the smallest most attractive one I could find and it's $530. You could use something more like an automatic gate opener but that's still $289.
If you were to do this, the DIY route is probably the way to go. The strike plate is easy enough, you can get that on Amazon for $23. That just needs 12vdc to unlock it. The opener is the harder part. You'd probably want something like a long stroke linear actuator. Alternatively you could make something using some gears and stuff- there are a few ways to do that.
But when you put all this together, you are still spending a good amount of money. Even if it's just $100 (which I'd put as the absolute bare minimum for this) how long will it take you to realize $100 worth of energy savings vs just leaving the hallway doors open?
This is what I installed on my back gate to the alley:
Keystone Black Zinc Diecast Metal Key Lockable Latch | 2-Sided | Keyed Alike | KLADV-M2-BK-KA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K7YIMMQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Vkf5CbXTM2S1C
I feel like all the double sided locking gate options suck and are more expensive than you’d expect. Overall I am happy with how it works but it does get stuck in the winter when water freezes in the lock cylinder. I might try covering it with a flap or something to prevent that this year.
I’ll be interested if there are better options someone else suggests. I have heard of just using a standard deadbolt lock but that doesn’t incorporate a latch to catch the gate when it closes. I have dogs so on the off chance I forget to lock it, I wouldn’t want it free swinging.
Self-locking gate latch -- This amazon link even shows where the spring goes https://www.amazon.com/Self-Locking-Automatic-Gravity-Lever-Fence/dp/B07F8LRVB7
You’ll need to install a piece of wood, attached to the wall on the left, from the floor to underneath the trim, which may be installed perpendicular to the resting door, hallway and opening, onto which you will install an 8 foot tall door with self closing hinges. You can use a faux door knob or a pull to open it. No locking mechanism to buy or bother. The door will cover the entire opening or entrance, and will come to rest against the wall or piece of trim on the right hand side, again, from floor to ceiling.
1--http://www.doorclearancecenter.com/8-foot-doors/door-interior-assortment-8.html
2--https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Spring-Hinges-Square-Stainless/dp/B00IC82PIM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1475100316&sr=8-2&keywords=stainless+self+closing+hinge
3--https://www.amazon.com/Rustic-Cast-Iron-Gate-Handle/dp/B01KKVBO4O/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1475100344&sr=8-12&keywords=antique+door+pull
I like my commando padlocks and Brinks Shrouded Max Security.
The commando you need to pick twice to open or use a plug spinner. The Brinks is a solid lock, it is a 6 pin.
Brinks 172-44831 Home Security 44 mm Solid Steel Shrouded Padlock
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C5TEAF0/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_2tFtybCCXRHR3
Commando Lock 44IC3BKD IC3 Tactical (Ichange with Shackle Guard), Black, 44 mm
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01107CH5C/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_FuFtybKAM9S6C
Just do this and it will fit nicely with the SHITI sticker: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PZKZJ4R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_aVhYDb5C55BQP
I’d use this type of hinge. Specifically made for this application.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N1PNTEW/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_60_of_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EAF13RD3FBATVTA5MVG1
Something like this will be easiest
Put self-closing hinges on your gate, and make sure it engages the latch when it closes. Here's one
https://www.amazon.com/Closing-2-Pack-Finish-Adjustable-Dragging/dp/B00NETPZN6
Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Opener for Light Duty Single Swing Gates Up to 12 Feet Long or 300 Pounds (MM260) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IYB3G0W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HoyvDbQZCP7CT
Honestly, they will all do the job. The problem is your gate, not the lock. You need to use use brackets:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Homax-EasyGate-No-Sag-Gate-Bracket-Kit-2614/100020199
or a tension rods and a turnbuckle:
https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Hardware-S760-828-1273-Anti-Sag/dp/B00004Z109
Once you do that, you can use any of those latches with confidence. You might also consider replacing the hinges with a spring loaded self closing feature. Will cut down a lot on the banging:
https://www.amazon.com/Closing-2-Pack-Finish-Adjustable-Dragging/dp/B00NETPZN6
We had this problem and a toddler as well. We went a lazier route—because, you know, who has tine for anything with a toddler? Nesha Antique Style Cabin Door... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BY0ZSCO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Yeah I installed one of these on the inside
https://www.amazon.com/Thicken-Stainless-Security-Privacy-Bathroom/dp/B07Q43HC1D/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=hook+lock&qid=1562267978&s=gateway&sr=8-5
You want a knob with a privacy lock on the inside of the bathroom and a hasp or latch on your side. Your brother WILL forget to unlock the door when leaving the bathroom, the privacy lock allows you to bypass it without breaking anything. You might already have one there.
Maybe something like this for your side? Somewhat less permanent than a deadbolt but will still keep someone from casually entering.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1PNTEW
And do yourself a favor and get one of these instead. Then you can run a small string over the top through a couple of eyelet screws and leave a pull string on the other side so your gardener can get in.
You in the states?
https://www.homedepot.com/b/Hardware-Gate-Hardware/Gate-Latch-Slide-Bolt/N-5yc1vZc2f1Z1z0xd80
https://www.amazon.com/Alise-10-Inch-Padlock-Stainless-MS9200/dp/B074WNT3HT
Edit: those would be for interior. For exterior you’d want something like https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-in-Zinc-Plated-Double-Hinge-Safety-Hasp-15128/202033920
https://www.amazon.com/Action-Suitable-Display-Stand-Gundam/dp/B06WGNBXPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487015191&sr=8-1&keywords=9.3cm7.3cm+Easily+Replace+Transparent
recently looked for some of these and found this, maybe someone else has a link to somewhere cheaper
I was thinking of something like that for locking it in place. The inspiration was even the same - the cam locking fence on my tablesaw, but I wouldn't find anything that was small enough, and the fact that anything I found would have to be drilled into the edge of plywood made me nervous about the idea.
I did also think about having something that was flush with the bottom of the french cleat, and rotated out like a sliding latch, but again I just found size to be an issue, along with attaching to the bottom edge of plywood. Some of the things I thought about using:
https://smile.amazon.com/Alise-Rotate-Latches-MS220U-Brushed/dp/B01N1PNTEW/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=sliding+lock&qid=1554823301&s=gateway&sr=8-9
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XZ6LV2Z/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=A1COAUT1Y8EGRY&psc=1
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DRBB8P4/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_2?smid=A4IGQ3LQP26MX&psc=1
Both of the "latches", I wouldn't use the part that goes on the other side. I think the little figure 8 fastener with maybe an insert nut and a thumbscrew might be the simplest solution.
Looks like one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/Keystone-Diecast-Lockable-2-Sided-KLADV-M2-BK-KA/dp/B01K7YIMMQ?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2
Yes. This is the motor I installed with my sliding gate:
CO-Z Automatic Sliding Gate Opener Hardware Sliding Driveway Security Kit (Sliding Gate Opener) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0197V3OD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_883vCbX8V7ZSF
Thanks for the advice. I'm actually thinking of buying these CO-Z Automatic Sliding Gate Opener Hardware Sliding Driveway Security Kit (Sliding Gate Opener) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0197V3OD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_f7dXAbG2G81FT
for now, if and when they break, I'll invest in something more heavy duty.