Should You Repair or Replace a Wooden Garden Gate
A wooden garden gate does more than simply open and close. It keeps your garden secure, adds privacy and is often the first thing visitors notice as they approach your home. Because it lives outdoors all year, it has to cope with rain, cold weather, sunshine and constant changes in temperature. Even high quality timber will eventually show signs of age. When a gate starts to look tired or stops working as it should, the same question always comes up. Is it worth fixing what you have, or is it time to start again with a new one. The answer depends on what has actually gone wrong and how far the damage has spread. Do Not Judge a Gate by Its Appearance Alone The first signs of wear are usually cosmetic. Paint may peel, timber can fade and the surface may feel rough to the touch. While this can make a gate look past its best, these issues are often easy to put right with a clean, a light sand and a fresh finish. What really matters is the strength of the gate itself. A solid fr...
