Tuesday, 14 August 2012

Double Gate



Fence and Gate season is HERE! This project was a blast. What was once an obscure side yard is now converted to a secure dog run.

Dog door trimmed out



I combined the simplicity of the half-lap joint + some tough outdoor wood glue and added a triple hardwood dowel on each joint to ensure a long, happy life for the gate.

Aligned
The thick gauge galvanized 4"x4" grid was procured from an Agricultural supplier. The layout went off without a hitch and the gates practically put themselves together. . . .

Half-lap pre sanding




Lots of sanding. Lots of careful staining. Cedar is a tricky material and likes to fracture and splinter--but really performs well in outdoor conditions with a little chemical help to make it shine!

Simple and secure





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