Wrought iron gates and wickets – photo

An ideal way to add an element of luxury and enhance the curb appeal of a private home is by installing a wrought iron gate. Now anyone can order such gates, since their prices are affordable. You can choose forged gates that perfectly match the existing fence of your dacha or a wooden country house in the Art Nouveau style.

How to choose wrought iron gates

Buying forged gates is a complex and expensive process. Sometimes buying truly high-quality gates seems like a lot of work, so it’s worth listening to the advice of professionals:

• If the price of the gate seems too low, refuse it. High quality forging cannot be cheap.
• Pay attention to functionality. If you need doors in front of the garage of your dacha, order automatic sliding fences controlled from a distance.
• If you want the gate of a private house to be visible from afar, order forged openwork gates in bright colors with original decorative elements. You can order forging with your initials or specially created decorations, this design will make the doors a reflection of your taste.
• If you live in northern areas where there is a lot of rainfall, it is better to buy galvanized metal gates.
• If you don’t have the money for expensive metal fencing for your dacha, but really want it, choose a budget option made from cheap aluminum.
• If you need a sliding wrought iron gate, don't skimp. Buying cheap gates will mean that you will soon have to change them again.
• When you decide to install wrought iron sliding gates, choose them responsibly, because these fences will serve you for a long time.

Tips for choosing wrought iron gates for your home

It is very important that the design is combined with the design of the site and the buildings located on it. But still, the main selection criterion is the functionality of the gate. The individual needs of the owner must be fully satisfied, otherwise there is no point in using this design option.

The main criterion when choosing a gate is functionality

It is always recommended to pay attention to the features of a particular type of product: swing, overhead and forged sliding gates. Prices for these designs can vary greatly. Experts do not recommend purchasing the cheapest options, since their quality is most often very low.

If such a design is purchased in order to emphasize the individuality of the site, then it is necessary to pay attention to products that have an original design. But in any case, do not forget that they must be combined with the environment. The most beautiful gates are those that are made according to individual sketches.

It is not recommended to buy cheap gates as they may be of poor quality

The gate material must correspond to the climatic conditions of a particular region. If the weather conditions in your climate zone suggest high temperature fluctuations, then it is recommended to buy fences made of galvanized steel. This material is characterized by increased resistance to humidity and other unfavorable factors that can reduce the service life of the metal.

Note! To save money, you can order a structure made of aluminum. However, in this case it is worth considering that this material is extremely unreliable and has low strength. Aluminum gates and fences are suitable for decorative purposes only.

The material from which the gate is made must correspond to the climatic conditions

When choosing a sliding gate, special attention must be paid to the sliding roller mechanism. It must be made of durable metal and be resistant to corrosion. Otherwise, such a mechanism will not last long and will cause a breakdown of the sliding forged gate. Photos of sliding systems show their advantages over conventional structures.

How to distinguish artistic forging from stamped forging

To distinguish real artistic forging from pseudo-products, you need to know the features of making forged products:

• Most elements of artistic forging are connected with clamps. Their section thickness has the same dimensions as the main elements. In fakes, the clamps are replaced with thin metal strips, or, in general, welded. Therefore, they can break quickly. These products also do not shine with the beauty of their design.
• The tips should be well drawn. A good pattern is achieved using a blacksmith's hammer and forge.
• Tips and crowns are made with a forging hydraulic hammer, weighing from six tons.
• The workpiece is heated red-hot and rotated around its axis on special equipment.
• Bending shapes on special patterns.
• There are a lot of elements of artistic forging: leaves, trellises, cones, flowers, special openwork monograms. If there is no such option on the gate, then it is not forging. During forging, the metal acquires plasticity, so a wide variety of artistic patterns, various elements and lattices are formed from it.
• The most beautiful and durable fences are obtained when iron is forged by hand, using special tools. They have a refined appearance, are reliable and durable.

A less expensive alternative is products that are made in special molds by pouring molten cast iron into them. Gates made from them look beautiful, but the design of hand-made patterns is much more sophisticated.

Equipment and list of tools for creating

Today, the most popular method of producing metal openwork doors is considered to be the cold forging method, as it is easy to perform without any special equipment. It is accessible and can be mastered by anyone. But it is obvious that you cannot give steel a special shape with your bare hands. To make a forged product, specialized tools are used.

Required Tools

A grinder or angle grinder is needed for cutting strip metal to prepare templates of the required size, as well as for grinding corners, seams, and cleaning them from rust before painting. It is recommended to use a low-power angle grinder - approximately 600-800 watts, because the forging process is practically jewelry work with high precision. Full compliance with the developed sketch is in the interests of the home craftsman himself. Therefore, take care of convenience in advance - so that the machine fits well in your hand while working and can make neat cuts.

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An electric arc welding machine is an indispensable device for assembling all structural elements - welding the fabric from forged elements and connecting it to the frame and base. It is through welding that these problems are best solved. Remember that there are a lot of elements, and you will have to cook a lot accordingly. Therefore, if you cannot purchase a device, then rent a professional one.

Before starting work, practice so that you have the skills to work with electric arc welding, since a forged product is considered decorative; in order to achieve this result, all elements must be flawless, including welding seams.

Modern welding machine

Devices and various machines for giving metal various shapes - spiral, longitudinal and transverse twisting, making various ruffles and component parts of patterns. Machines can be of different shapes and purposes:

• Snail;
• Torsion;
• Factory;
• Made with your own hands.

In any case, the issue of forging equipment must be resolved at the design stage of the blade pattern.

Machine "Snail"

Spray bottle for priming and painting the finished product. You can do without this device and use a brush or roller, but then you cannot avoid drips and streaks. In addition, it is extremely difficult to paint a large number of elements of various shapes with a brush - it will take a lot of time.

You also need a vice for final fitting of parts, and small tools - tape measure, hammer, pliers, files, etc.

Attention! Cold forging technology has limitations; it does not make it possible to make elements such as flowers and other plant and animal figures. They can be ordered from skilled blacksmiths who work in hot forging forges. When it comes to cold forging, these are just various ruffles and patterns. Therefore, if you want to decorate the structure with flowers or three-dimensional figures, then purchase them in advance and decorate the forged gate during assembly. By welding the purchased beautiful parts with your own hands, you will save a lot and transform your simple pattern.

Part templates and parameters

Variations of forged gates with other decorative elements

You can choose different types of wrought iron gates for your dacha: decorative, sliding, sliding, sliding in the modern or classic style.

Prestigious and elegant sliding wrought iron gates - look solid and expensive. They improve the appearance of the fence and make a pleasant first impression of a private home. After all, this is an important indicator of the wealth and style of the owner of the house. Often, many people’s country houses are associated not with a wooden dacha, but with luxurious old mansions.

Forged gates are often perceived as a decorative element, as they look quite fragile. But in fact, after forging, metal acquires additional strength. By installing an openwork metal gate with sharp tips and a high wooden fence around your dacha, you will protect it from intruders.

It’s beautiful when forged gates are combined with the fence and decoration around the site. If the house is white, then it is better to make a white gate.

Gates for Art Nouveau style

For a private house in the Art Nouveau style, forging can only be performed by high-class professional blacksmiths. Nothing enhances the prestige of a private home like automatic swing wrought iron gates in the Art Nouveau style. Such gates will perfectly complement a wooden fence; they are ideally combined with corrugated sheets and other materials used to construct the fence.

Forged fences in the Art Nouveau style are painted in various colors. White gates look very elegant. Complex openwork elements of various shapes help to create a modern design.

By ordering forged sliding gates, you will receive not only a convenient design that helps you move the gate to the side, but also elegant, beautiful grilles for your garden, made in a modern design. If you would like your wrought iron sliding gate to not show your garden plot, this unique decoration is covered on the inside with polycarbonate.

Types of the most beautiful wrought iron gates, see photos

Forged gates and wicket with rivets placed around the perimeter Gates from the “Forging Studio” from Kazan

The variety of wrought iron gate models allows customers to choose the optimal solution in terms of shape and type. Each individual type of structure has its own pros and cons.

Metal structures with a gate

Forged gates with a wicket are a composition of two products , which are made in a single design. To decorate structures, identical elements or parts with similar shapes are used. A popular solution is to place the gate and wicket in close proximity to each other.

Forged sliding gates with a nearby wicket door. Photo Deroy

Often there is an option in which the gate is located at some distance from the gate . In addition, some owners prefer to have the entrance for cars and the entrance for people on different sides of the house .

Forged gates with a built-in wicket. Photo by TNV Kovka

Gates with a wicket built into the leaf save space and have an interesting appearance. Various modifications of structures with a gate are suitable for any landscape.

Recoil

Forged sliding gates are without a doubt a chic, reliable and high-quality solution. Such designs, as well as the specifics of their opening and closing, allow you to save free space.

Thus, sliding gates are suitable for small households. The only disadvantage of the structures is the need to install automation, which is quite expensive.

Swing

Swing gates, i.e. designs with two doors are the most popular option. This is due to the advantages of such structures:

• ease of use;
• the possibility of both manual and automatic opening and closing of the doors;

Forged transparent swing gates. Photos of Kuznechny Dvor

• functionality, harmonious addition to buildings with different architectures;
• a wider selection of styles for swing gates compared to sliding gates;
• the ability to decorate the product with volumetric elements that may interfere with the movement of sliding structures.

Garage

Wrought iron garage doors add originality and provide visual and actual protection . Such products are located not only directly in the garage, but are also often part of a fence, complemented by a carport. The structures can be sliding or swinging.

Wrought iron garage doors. Photo by MetalExpert

Welded (iron), simple

Forged-welded gates are structures for which the components are made by hot or, more often, cold forging. Then the parts are assembled into a single composition, while the master uses the welding method.

Sliding gates with stamped elements. Photo THREE MARIES

In addition, gates of this type should include products whose frame and grille are assembled together by welding and decorated with forged elements . Most often, such products are not particularly decorative. But it is possible to create quite original patterns from ready-made elements.

Transparent and deaf

Transparent forged gates are a classic version of the product. The openwork and visual lightness of the designs attracts attention. But some clients prefer privacy and peace.

Transparent wrought iron gates and fence. Photo ArtMetal+

Such customers should purchase a blind design. To achieve opacity of the gate, elements from various materials are used . The leader in popularity are parts made from corrugated sheets, which are also called metal profiles and corrugated sheets.

With corrugated sheets, corrugated sheets, metal profiles

Corrugated sheeting has many advantages , among which the most notable are low price, durability, strength, variety of configurations (corrugation sizes) and colors.

Gates and wickets made of corrugated sheets with forged elements are made in the same style. Photos Oboron-stal

Covering forged gates with profiled sheets reduces the cost of the project and simplifies the manufacturing and installation process. Structures with corrugated sheets are reliable, stable and aesthetically pleasing.

Wooden, with wood

A harmonious combination is a combination of forged and wooden elements . Natural wood perfectly complements cold metal. There are various design models:

• wooden gates decorated with individual forged elements or an entire metal composition;

Wooden gates with forged elements. Photo Artistic forging workshop

• forged gates with wooden inserts of various sizes and shapes.

Forged gates with wooden inserts. Photos of Kuznechny Dvor

Regardless of the type chosen, it is worth remembering that wooden gates with forging are distinguished by their unique design and special attractiveness.

Elements for decoration: vines, curls and others, pictures

Decorating gates with forged elements allows the designer and craftsman to demonstrate their imagination and innovative thinking. Various details are used to decorate structures, the most popular are:

• grapevine, shoots, leaves and grapes;

Gate, wicket and fence with grapes, vines and leaves. Photo Iron Age

• curls;

Forged gates and wickets with peaks, torsioned profiles, rivets, stripes, clamps, curls

• balls;

Forged gates with balls of different diameters. Photo KovArt

• peaks;

Forged swing transparent gates with peaks. Photos of the Estate

• zhikovina;

Wrought iron closed gate with wood and gates. Photo by IP Ninety

• pens.

Gates made of corrugated sheets and forged elements with handles. Photo MetalStyle

Some forged elements perform only a decorative function, others also serve to solve practical problems. Customers have the opportunity to purchase similar products from employees of companies presented in the “Where to buy forged elements” section.

Styles: modern, baroque and more, photo gallery

The style in which the gates are made is another important criterion for classifying projects into separate groups. Each direction has certain features. It is worth remembering that each master has his own vision of a particular style.

To create a harmonious composition, you should choose gates made in the same or similar style to the surrounding environment. Despite the general recommendations, there are areas that are in particular demand :

• Art Nouveau is distinguished by a synthesis of features of different styles, harmony of details, asymmetry of design, smooth lines, and the predominance of natural motifs;

Forged gates with a wicket in Art Nouveau style. Photo by Archi-M

• Baroque is characterized by splendor of forms, a large number of complex elements, and splendor of design;

Forged gates with a wicket in the Baroque style. Photo ForgingStroy

• hi-tech is a modern style, characterized by strict and simple lines and forms, restraint and functionality.

Forged gates in high-tech style. Photo Stroykomlex-M

Thus, forged gates are made in historical and modern directions. This allows you to choose the optimal solution for both conservatives and lovers of new trends.

Artistic and cold forging, exclusive and standard projects, samples

Metal processing technology directly affects the design and cost of the finished product.

Hot forging is a method of manual work with metal blanks. As a result, the product has an exclusive (one of a kind) design and significant value. Such unique designs have artistic value and are most often the central decoration of the space.

Exclusive handmade forged gates. Photo by Alexandr & Sylvester

An affordable solution is to purchase cold forged gates. This technology involves bending and stamping of blanks on special equipment (machines). The use of equipment allows you to save time and minimize human participation in the production process. The only drawback of such products is the lack of exclusivity of design, since the components of the gates have standard shapes and lines.

Reference. Any blacksmith or forge can send us a photo of their forged gates (how to send a photo), here they are a clear demonstration of the beauty and practicality of metal products.

Advantages of forged gates

Forged garden gates are very practical; they will last much longer than other types of fences. Their advantages:

• High strength. As an alloy, wrought iron has higher corrosion resistance than pure iron because it is mixed with fibrous material.
• Wear resistance. Forged metal is not afraid of even strong impacts; it is almost impossible to damage it.
• A wide range of wrought iron gate styles are available to complement any landscape design.
• Through such metal gates the yard is visible, some consider this a disadvantage, but many do not want to “brick up” their yard completely and open the magnificent design of a private house through openwork grilles and allow passers-by to admire the landscaping of the yard of your dacha.
• Wrought iron is impervious to rodents and other pests that often damage wood.

The uniqueness of products created with a hammer

Individuality is not easy to achieve with sliding panel gates made of sheet iron, corrugated sheets and other modern materials. All these materials are full of advantages, but they are completely devoid of originality, this is reflected in the serial production.

In the case of forging production, products are produced both in standard versions and to order. Individual elements open up wide possibilities for imagination. The customer may wish to give the forged gates any shape, create any patterns on them that are already available in photo catalogs of forged gates, and create new compositions from ready-made motifs, as well as paintings, inscriptions, and coats of arms. Many interestingly play with the shape of gate doors or shutter panels.

Rolling forged door panel

This sliding panel is almost entirely made by blacksmiths. The welders only welded additional parts to it for the automation to work.

Forged solid gates, made in antique style

In this arrangement of passage to the yard there is the idea that one’s home should be a fortress sealed with seven seals. This idea is suggested by the lions located on massive sections.

Gate doors made of corrugated sheets with forging elements

The forged structure, superimposed on corrugated sheeting, created an excellent, solid, durable, swing fence for access to the estate.

Forged gates, in addition, are a universal part of the entire design of the ensemble of the land and the house. The texture of the fence, the design of the gate and the facade of the house should be well thought out.

Retractable wrought iron door

Sometimes it is quite difficult to make a choice of design for the entrance to the yard so that, in addition to utility and comfort, the gate is successfully combined with the overall appearance of the architectural and general visual range.

The versatility of forged structures

Forged gate structures have a universal look that surprisingly harmoniously complements and reconciles the façade of a house in any style; with a little coordination, they are suitable for any fence, supplemented with forged elements, and made of brick, or wood, or corrugated board, or maybe material , stylized as stonework.

There are currently a great variety of materials for constructing fences. If desired, you can make a fence similar to a fortress wall, or, on the contrary, a light, durable fence that allows you to see the entire neighborhood from the windows and the entire neighborhood to be aware of what is happening in such a yard.

There is also a hidden function of gates, especially outside the city. Nowadays, country houses and mansions are not only a place where your family can comfortably and safely live, it is often also an indicator of your social status, and expensive hand-made blacksmith gates will become an indicator of financial well-being.

Forged gates with gold plating

Such a large passage to the courtyard makes it clear to others that the owner of the mansion can afford a lot with his income, however, he is not ready to share his secrets with others.

Fence with concrete supports

Wrought iron gates allow owners to show off what they are proud of. This could be the facade of a house or a beautiful, well-groomed part of the yard, that is, the beauty that you want to share with others. Thus, beautiful forged gate structures give your estate a touch of respectability, will help your house fit well into any surrounding landscape, and will give the estate a special look.

How much do wrought iron fences cost?

Wrought iron products are one of the most expensive fencing materials. The price of forged gates depends on many factors: size, design, quality of material and other features.

Large sliding gates have a higher cost. Due to its durability, the cost can be economically justified, because even simple gates will serve for a long time.

Wrought iron is heavy and requires a strong base and careful installation. The process of installing metal sliding doors is very labor-intensive and incurs large additional costs, since they require a properly organized foundation.

Forged swing metal gates

Fencing is an important element of any suburban area. First of all, this is related to the safety of property, but it also carries an aesthetic load. One of the popular solutions when making a fence is the use of metal structures decorated with forging elements. A special place in such a fence is occupied by gates and gates, being the calling card of the site and an indicator of the status of its owner.

Forged elements add sophistication to even simple gates

Advantages and disadvantages of forged gates

The art of artistic hand forging is gradually becoming a thing of the past. This is due to the complexity of the work and the need for a large number of plumbing tools. Therefore, the cost of products is very high.

Fencing in this style has certain positive qualities:

1. Metal gates and wickets are very reliable. If you need to make a blind gate, the frame is covered with a metal sheet, on top of which forged parts are installed. A good craftsman can create unique compositions from iron, and such products look truly rich.
2. Forged products are so durable that they will be admired by more than one generation. Fears that iron will rust are in vain. Currently, there are quite a lot of means of protecting the surface of metal products from corrosion.
3. Forging elements can be combined with almost any fence materials. Naturally, with certain restrictions. A fence made of unplaned boards with such a gate will look strange, to say the least.

   
   Forged metal gates are reliable and original

Among the disadvantages of forged products, the following points can be noted:

1. Heavy weight. It is almost impossible to install gates with your own hands without using lifting and transport machines. It will also require powerful supporting structures that can withstand significant loads.
2. Individual order development and long lead time for decorative details.
3. The need for regular care. An annual preventive inspection and elimination of defects in the form of swollen paint or cracks in welding areas is required. Every two or three years the protective coating must be completely restored.

   
   The protective coating needs periodic updating

Wrought iron gate maintenance

This durable and heavy material will serve for many years. You don't need to constantly clean, wash and paint them.

The only downside to wrought iron gates is the appearance of rust spots when they sit unattended for a while in damp or corrosive environments. Typically, rust stains from chips and scratches in paint can be easily cleaned up with sandpaper. Then a protective layer of paint is applied to the treated area.

It is recommended to inspect forged products annually and carry out timely maintenance. In this case, you will have to completely repaint the gate or fence of your dacha after many years.

To prevent your wrought iron fences from rusting, you can treat them with special waxes that prevent its appearance. They create a kind of protective film on the surface and add shine.

Forged gates are the most win-win option for any home. A creative approach to creating gates will open up completely new dimensions.

Types of forged gates

There are two main types that can be found today:

• Fully enclosed forged products. In this case, no one will look through the gate into the territory of the summer cottage. This is a big plus for those who want to maintain privacy in their personal lives.
• Open forged products. This implies free access to view the territory inside the site.

Forged sashes also differ in their design characteristics. For example, entry. In this case, the gate has a relatively large width, about three meters. Also, the gate can only be an entrance gate with a width of up to 1.5 meters.

Advice! Although some make the gates too wide, this is not recommended. Why? The reason is the rapid wear of the hinges and the gate lock.

Among other things, forged gates also vary in height, for example, low up to 1000 mm, medium up to 1800 mm and high over 1800 mm. As for the last option, it is important to understand that the higher the sash, the greater its weight. Accordingly, a strong load is created on the hinges of the structure and other important mechanisms. So, we have looked at the main features and advantages of forged gates. Now let's pay attention to the details of its manufacture.

Preparatory work

The process of making a forged metal gate with your own hands should begin with marking and drawing up a sketch. As for the forging itself, it can be done using the cold method. For this, a special machine is used to give the metal workpiece the required shape. As for the machine, it can be a twister, bender, snail, template and others. A vice can also be used. Thanks to this device, you can bend parts into different shapes and sizes.

To work you will need the following tool:

• Hammer.
• Pliers.
• File.
• Welding machine.
• Ticks.
• A machine for giving original shape to metal products.

Advice! Individual forging parts can be purchased ready-made in a specialized store or ordered from a specialist. This will greatly simplify the forging process and the manufacture of the entire wicket in general.

At the stage of producing a diagram or sketch, you should also decide on the dimensions of the future structure. The height of the gate and the wicket must match. Therefore, also build on this indicator. Moreover, it is recommended to use the same material for the frame of one and the other, for example, a pipe with a cross-section of 30x30 mm.

If you want large elements to be used in the design of the gate, then rods with a diameter of 12–14 mm are used for forging. If the forging elements are small, then square or round rods up to 10 mm are sufficient. Having designed the entire frame, you can proceed directly to cutting all the elements.

Forging and welding are an important stage in the manufacture of gates

First you need to weld the general frame of the future forged gate. After this, you can begin manufacturing forging elements. So, to weld the frame, lay out all the cut elements on a flat horizontal surface. After making small tacks in the corners, check for evenness and compliance with the dimensions according to the sketch. If everything matches perfectly, then you can weld each joint well.

Next, you can make forging. At home, it is most realistic to use the cold method. This work is labor-intensive and requires great strength. Moreover, the elements of a forged fence must be of exact dimensions. Therefore, during the forging process, you should constantly check the dimensions with a tape measure. As already mentioned, the work is simplified if you purchase ready-made forged elements. However, in this case, your gate will be made according to the template established by the forging manufacturer.

Advice! When cold forging, do not twist the product. It is almost impossible to return it to its previous size. Therefore, regularly check the dimensions of the workpiece with the completed project/sketch.

When all the forged elements are ready, distribute the forged pattern along the inner frame of the gate as you wish or as specified in your sketch. After this, they can be welded to the main frame.

Installation work

The next step is to install the support pillars. For a forged gate, it is best to use metal support posts. They go deep into the ground and are concreted to a depth of 1000 mm. This depth will be enough to provide the necessary strength to the entire structure.

Sand and crushed stone should be placed at the bottom of the pit and compacted thoroughly. A kind of “paw” should be welded onto the lower part of the support, which is immersed in the hole, which will give stability to the support. A metal corner or sheet of metal can act as a “paw”. Next, the post is set strictly according to the level and pre-fixed. At the next stage, the pit is concreted.

Advice! After pouring the concrete, do not remove the temporary spacers. Otherwise, the support column may deviate to the side. They are removed after the concrete has set.

Installation of a forged gate

When the support pillars are installed, the forged gate is welded, all that remains is to install it. For this purpose, special wicket canopies are used. If the total weight of the gate is small, then two hinges are enough; if the gate is relatively powerful and large, then install 3 hinges on one leaf.

The loop consists of two elements. Weld the first part directly to the frame of the sash, and the second to the support post. Everything is important to measure carefully. After welding, check whether the doors open well or not.

The next step is to install a lock with a handle. To do this, choose a reliable design that can successfully cope with precipitation and constant moisture. You can buy such a lock in a specialized store.

Painting a forged gate

When the gate is ready and the hinges are already welded, it should be removed and painted. First, grind all welded seams with a special grinding wheel with a grinder. You can also clean all structural elements with a stiff wire brush. After this, apply primer. The most common painting option is black with gold or silver painted elements. Here everything is done according to personal taste.