Help & Installation Guides for Double Driveway Gates
Everything you need to measure, choose and install your double driveway gate with confidence.
Find quick guidance plus downloadable PDF guides for common fitting methods.
Everything you need to measure, choose and install your double driveway gate with confidence.
Find quick guidance plus downloadable PDF guides for common fitting methods.
Use the guides below to confirm measurements, fixing methods and installation requirements for aluminium double driveway gates. Download the correct PDF for your setup.
Double Driveway Gates Between Walls or Existing Posts
Use this guide to check the key specifications and fixing requirements when installing between walls or existing posts.
Double Driveway Gates Between Aluminium Posts (100mm / 150mm)
Use this guide to check the key specifications and fixing requirements when installing between 100mm or 150mm aluminium posts.
Use the step-by-step guides below to fit your aluminium double driveway gates. Choose the option that matches your site setup.
Double Driveway Gates Between Walls or Existing Posts
If you’re fixing the gates to walls or existing posts, select the correct guide for your hinge type
Double Driveway Gates Between Aluminium Posts (100mm / 150mm)
If you’re installing with new aluminium posts, use this guide for 100mm and 150mm posts
Double Driveway Gates Automation
If you’re unsure which gate is right for your project, our team is happy to help.
Choose from solid infill, semi-privacy and decorative designs in ready-made sizes. Built from powder-coated aluminium for low maintenance, long-lasting performance, and a clean modern finish.
If you have a question about sizes, installation or delivery, our team is here to help.
Use the live chat button below during office hours or send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Product & installation questions
We don’t provide an installation service or site surveys. Our gates are designed to be straightforward to fit, either DIY or by your chosen installer.
To help, we provide clear installation guides for each product. If you have any questions during planning or fitting, our team can help — please reach us via live chat, WhatsApp, phone or email through our Contact Us page.
You’ll find the relevant installation guide on the product page for the gate you’re viewing.
If anything is unclear, contact us via the Contact Us page (live chat, WhatsApp, phone or email).
Getting the measurements right is important for smooth operation and a clean finish.
Width
Height
For model-specific details and drawings, check the Installation Guides page.
Our gates aren’t set up for combination locks as standard.
The usual lock option is a keyed handle set using a Euro cylinder (typically 70mm with a 50/50 split). If you need something different, speak to your installer first — and feel free to contact us via the Contact Us page for guidance.
Our double driveway gates are typically 55mm thick.
For exact dimensions for your chosen size and style, download the dimension drawing from the Installation Guides page.
Yes, we can supply gates in custom RAL colours on request. If you would like a non-standard colour, please contact our customer service team with the RAL code from the RAL colour chart and the product details. We’ll confirm availability, lead time and pricing before you place your order.
All Readymade Gates products are covered by our standard 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.
For full details on what’s included and the warranty period for each product range, click here to download our Warranty Guide (PDF).
Gate weights vary by model and size. The most accurate weight is shown on the relevant product page under Gate Weight Table (in kg). This is useful for planning lifting/handling and choosing the right hinges/automation.
Standard delivery for ready-made gates is normally 7–14 days.
If your order includes custom modifications (such as custom width cutting or special colours), delivery is usually 7–21 days.
Lead times can vary by postcode and order size, so please see our Delivery Information page for the latest details.
Yes — our double driveway gates can be installed for manual use or prepared for automation.
Manual operation (recommended):
Automation-ready:
We supply hinge sets to suit different fitting situations:
This ensures you have the correct hinge solution for your setup.
Aluminium posts are only needed if you don’t have suitable supporting walls/existing posts, or if you need to make up the correct opening width where the available gate sizes don’t fill the gap.
Delivery
We deliver to Mainland UK only, covering England, Scotland and Wales. We do not currently deliver to Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, the Isle of Wight, the Channel Islands, or the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
We offer free UK mainland delivery on all gates.
Gate posts, accessories and gate hardware are delivered free when ordered with a gate. Delivery charges apply when purchased separately.
Estimated lead times from order date are:
Where possible, we use our own Readymade Gates delivery team rather than third-party couriers, helping to ensure your products are handled carefully and placed where needed at your property. We’ll send you an update as soon as your order has been dispatched.
If an order is placed for an excluded area, we will contact you to cancel and refund it. Any non-refundable transaction or payment processing fees may be deducted from the refund total.
For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns policy. You have 30 days from the date you receive your order to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, items must be unused, in their original condition, and in their original packaging. Proof of purchase, such as your order number or receipt, is required.
To request a return, please email sales@readymadegates.co.uk. Returns must be approved before any items are sent back. Items returned without prior authorisation may be refused.
If a return needs to be collected, we can arrange collection from the original delivery address.
A collection fee may apply for returns of non-faulty items. Refunds are processed once the returned items have been received and inspected.
Non-returnable items
Custom cut-to-size gates, modified size products, and custom colour orders are made to order and cannot be returned or cancelled once production has started.
This does not affect your statutory rights if an item is faulty, damaged, or not as described.
Damaged or faulty items
Please inspect your order on delivery and contact us as soon as possible if your item arrives damaged, has a manufacturing fault, or if you receive an incorrect item.
Please email sales@readymadegates.co.uk with your order number and photos where possible. We will assess the issue and arrange a repair, replacement, or replacement parts as appropriate.
Refunds
Once your return has been received and inspected, we’ll notify you of the outcome. If approved, your refund will be issued to your original payment method. Please allow up to 10 business days for the refund to appear, depending on your bank or card provider.
If more than 15 business days have passed since your refund was approved, please contact sales@readymadegates.co.uk.
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