Wide Driveway Gate DIY- Never Sag - Free Plans

Wide Driveway Gate DIY- Never Sag - Free Plans - 119

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119 - Driveway Gate
This video is about how we built our new driveway gate.
There were a few things we wanted our gate to have. The gate is about 8’ wide. We wanted it to be a single and not a double gate. We wanted it to open both inwards and outwards.
We wanted to make sure it would never sag, and we did not want to add a wheel for support.
The posts are cedar, 8”x8”x10’ long. They go 3’ into the ground. They were installed when our concrete patio was poured. The rails are 2”x8” cedar and the pickets are 1”x6” cedar. This is a very heavy gate, so we had to use three massive strap hinges.
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@dgoddard 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you took the time to build a mock up of that diagonal support. Most people just try to explain it and it can be tough for non-mechanical people to wrap their heads around. But I see so many put in wrong, even by fence companies.

@Thyme2sea 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you indeed for that!

@steve-o6937 2 жыл бұрын

This has been the biggest help, out of all the videos we have watched this is by far the best one. Thank you for taking the time to build the model. It really drove the concept home to us.

@pcngo1 Жыл бұрын

That model was GREAT!!

@earljenkins6278 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way you go the extra mile to explain the WHY! You are one of the few that actually do that. Very nice build sir, you and your team do great work, thank you!

@KingsFineWoodworking 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a kind comment.

@heaven-is-real Жыл бұрын

Yes Kings has a great crew helping.

@gerritvandijk425 Жыл бұрын

Still like to know where I can get those hinges ? @@KingsFineWoodworking

@KingsFineWoodworking Жыл бұрын

@@gerritvandijk425 GATE HARDWARE: Heavy Duty Double Strap Hinges for 3" Thick Wood Gates - Central Eye: (I used the 24”) www.hooverfence.com/heavy-duty-double-strap-hinges-3-in-thick-wood-gates-central-eye?gclid=CjwKCAjw_L6LBhBbEiwA4c46unne4HQ-Mi2RwuQ0C_t8lk7oB2cna2EofvhZ26Hb_JxfRXYzLkFihBoCV5EQAvD_BwE 3/4" Threaded Adjustable Pin Male Hinges for Wood Gates: (I used the 12”) www.hooverfence.com/threaded-adjustable-pin-male-hinges-wood-gates Abbey Trading 2-3/4" Double Cylinder Keyed Long Throw Rim Lock: www.thehardwarehut.com/catalog-product.php?p_ref=287494 Abbey Trading Gatemate 8" (203mm) Rim Lock Handle: www.thehardwarehut.com/catalog-product.php?p_ref=310967

@Itstheoutputs 2 жыл бұрын

And he’s back!! I’ve really missed your videos. Or, I’m back. That’ll be embarrassing. 😍😍😍

@zerofiz 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing, was just thinking last week that we hadn't heard from you in a while (or at least what seemed like a while). Glad you're back! Awesome job explaining the diagonal support. My dad taught me that many years ago, and it always bothers me when I see them done incorrectly.

@hdwoodshop 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy seeing your girls working with you. They’re learning great skills and helping you build things faster. I like seeing them pay close attention to details. It shows you’re a good teacher. Thanks for sharing.

@M-J-P 2 жыл бұрын

As always, awesome tutorial and an example for novice like me. I always wait for your videos. Thank you for taking time in creating a mock up to educate us the importance of bracing done right..

@Remmes 2 жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful beefy gate! also it's so great to see your daughter is still helping and not afraid to get dirty.

@EduBroncano 2 жыл бұрын

How beautiful is to watch people loving what they do, and even more loving to teach and help other people. Congrats for this awesome gate and thanks for sharing.

@cursivart 2 жыл бұрын

I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to explain sag avoidance in the gate structure. I'm coming into this as less than a professional, but I'm trying to learn from the best. : )

@williamsteward3499 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos and I really needed this one. I made a gate last year and it sags. My bracing is all wrong. Thanks for taking the time to make that demo gate, it helped me understand why my gate sags. Now I can fix my gate.

@rotomblack8389 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t own many tools but I love your content James; through watching your videos I can see you are a masterful craftsman, a passionate creator and adorably huggable teddy bear of a man. Thank you for helping me see the beauty in practical trades and the entertainment of the maker side of KZfaq. Wishing you all my best from Canada 🇨🇦. God bless you and your family.

@territodude Жыл бұрын

Good work and nicely explained. Pretty heavy-duty hinges and those massive 8x8, should hold it all nice and straight. I like that your wife and daughter are so good to help with the project.

@ambientgravy2866 2 жыл бұрын

I so much appreciate the detail put into your builds. I enjoy seeing a little extra time put into what might seem like overkill to ensure that it’s done right the first time, for a long time. I don’t remember who said it, maybe Larry Haun, something along the lines of, “If you don’t have time to do it right the first time, what makes you think you’ll have time to fix it later?”

@SawdustmakerLori 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to see you put a video out! That is a very substantial looking gate and thanks for doing the mock-up to explain the proper way to install the diagonal brace. You give great tips and explain everything so well. The "girls" did a fantastic job as usual and your dog is as cute as can be. I always think it's adorable how she lays in her bed on the workbench. Nothing seems to bother her. Best wishes from AZ!!!

@davidshaw2846 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great looking gate, and the mock up was perfect for explaining where to put the bracing. Thanks for posting!

@tonywheelybarrow 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! A video that explains bracing! I’ve changed my pair of 8ft x 6ft driveway gate bracing because of this, thank you

@josh_watson 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic learning experience. This video is proof that I built my shed door supports backwards. Thank you!

@jamescooley7849 2 жыл бұрын

It's about time someone explained the reason for diagonal bracing in the correct direction 👏. You are truly a professional sir!

@filamphibian2980 2 жыл бұрын

This gate looks incredible. Thankyou for showing it to us. I really liked your mock up explaining placement of diagonal bracing.

@mrcastro8740 2 жыл бұрын

You have a family that so many people wish they had my friend. You are my hero beautiful daughters with all due respect.

@appostbs 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I have ever seen on building a gate. How I will go back and make some adjustment to my gate, especially the direction of the main board to weight of the gate. Mine did sag a little. Thank you.

@harrystokes1412 2 жыл бұрын

Great, I have to replace 10; gate and a 4; one think Ill scale up and down this type of gate. Love watching your family working together.

@tree_carcass_mangler 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool build. I really appreciated the mock up of the diagonal support. Glad to see a vid from you after all this time. Thanks for posting this, and thumbs way up!

@josephgraham1065 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you back again. Hope all is well with you and your family.

@claywilliams4134 2 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you for this video. I had to build a double gate that spanned 17' 6" and I used the hinges that you did. I would not have known about them without you.

@tcrowejr82 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! That gate is a beast, and I enjoy seeing the family work together!!!

@markturbitt8807 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see you and the family back at it. That is one well built gate. I plan to use this design/method in building two smaller gates. Thankyou

@susandernick2515 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot thank you enough for posting this video. Now after watching your video I have the right information to go out and rebuild our 10ft gate that a contractor built 2 years ago that has sagged so bad you can hardly open a gate. And yes the cross support is running the wrong way!!!

@njbaquatics4827 2 жыл бұрын

That’s the best explanation I’ve ever heard or seen for the cross price outstanding as usual. I hope everything is okay with you guys have noticed you’re not uploading as much as you used to hopefully it’s because you’re busy with other projects all the best and looking forward to your next upload👍

@rickyhawkins 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful gate & grateful to you for sharing your knowledge & precise measurements. This definitely creates a statement.

@larryfinfrock4857 2 жыл бұрын

So nice to see you and the girls doing what you do best!

@nailkarzoun7446 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing, I love this gate, I have been looking around KZfaq for 8 feet gate, I don’t have the tools you have, but I am going to try to copy this, I love it thank you and your team

@briannelson4122 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Glad to see you're posting video's again! I was wondering why I haven't seen much from you hope things have been ok for you.

@georgeyoakum1861 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the detail explanation and your small scale mock up could serve well in a physics or statics class. We have very porous soil so I am likely to modify the post footer similar to some of your comments below. Great piece of work!

@dennishinkle5010 2 жыл бұрын

I build some work benches, tables, some porch swings, etc. It is my good fortune to run across your channel. Since my funds and tools are in short supply it's nice that a lot of your builds are done with very few of both of these things. The more exotic woods I don't get mostly oak, pine, and cedar and on occasion some mesquite. You now have a new subscriber. Good luck and good day

@stomperthemixer1 2 жыл бұрын

An amazing build and looks awesome, saved in my Woodwork Projects for maybe future build. thank you for sharing. Best wishes to you and your loved ones.

@adama1294 2 жыл бұрын

looks fantastic. With all the expense and grandeur of the gate, I would sand it to 120 and weather seal it. It is just esthetics for me but I hate pocket screws so I would do dowels or dominoes instead of any screws. Great gate you have there. and thanks for the bracing demonstration. Urethane glue would also do well instead of the epoxy.

@hassanal-mosawi4235 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing those tips and the make! nice to see you again.

@chrisnash2154 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo! First time I’ve seen someone take the time to make a mini mock-up so we can see what happens!

@VinnyWithaV Жыл бұрын

You have many gifts , your ability to teach is off the charts! You my friend are an inspiration . You deserve your own T.V. show. Thank you for sharing :)

@KingsFineWoodworking Жыл бұрын

You are very kind. Thank you!

@RonniesWorkshop 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the tips. I need to replace my fence gate (much smaller). As far as figuring the angles out, I built an app that figures every angle and board length if you're interested. That way one doesn't have to lay out and trace.

@larrynelson7839 Жыл бұрын

Great example of why it is important to have the brace on a certain side. I like pictures versus words, and your picture is worth a 1,000 words!

@vinferrante3676 Жыл бұрын

Great gate and lock and great detailed explanations of what and why you do things. I love the double key deadbolt and will be looking into ordering one for my gate. I have put the middle or opposing hinge pin upside down to prevent the gate from being lifted off it's hinges and gaining entry. I know it is heavy but very short pins holding the hinges in place would make it easily wedged up and off the pins.

@joebutner8118 2 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video! Very good engineering also! So nice to see you your wife and daughter doing this project together. The really have a workman like ability, of should I say a workgirl like ability. :)

@timkozak6106 2 жыл бұрын

You and your family do beautiful work. Looks like you all work very well together.

@loucinci3922 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the structure and design of the gate. looks great. Nice job. Thanks for sharing.

@victordegn 2 жыл бұрын

Love the look of beefy wooden gates. Great job!

@morrisolmsted1316 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely excellent video with fantastic explanations as usual. I have missed your content so much, glad to see more. Thanks for your videos.

@caravellecreations9290 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual James. I really missed seeing them and I love the fact you have the wife and daughters in on the build.

@BriceFernandes 2 жыл бұрын

Badass gate! Thank you for sharing such detailed walk-through of how you built it and for taking the time do do such a good job of explaining brace orientation. Always a pleasure to watch your videos.

@jerryshoe7827 6 ай бұрын

Great gate, I really like the way you explain things in you videos, sometimes I can get a little lost on other channels. Thanks for teaching woodworking so it's understandable for beginners.

@annastanfield5473 Жыл бұрын

Wow what a great looking gate. Thank you for the mock up demonstration gate. That really explains how the brace works. You would be a terrific teacher for young people in how to do carpentry. I hate that young people are not very interested in woodworking. It gives such a satisfying experience when you build something with your own hands. God has truly blessed you in your skill. Thank you again.

@KingsFineWoodworking Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You are very kind.

@lvisitor99543 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent job Sir, While on quarantine I found your channel today and immediately subscribed. I'm very impressed by your workmanship and your famiy's hard work and dedication. The gate is awesome and will make a much improved replacement for my vinyl piece of junk that came off it's hinges. Reading through the comments i was able to find the links to the hinge hardware [thanks for that] and the mockup explanation was excellent. Thank you and i wish you the best

@chrisp7957 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice build. Thank you for the explanation of the gate bracing. I am one of the people that did not know there was a difference.

@kcebdl 9 ай бұрын

Love the "little" gate display. GREAT!

@nramirez314 Жыл бұрын

This gate is definitely overbuilt. It will last forever Great job 👍🏽

@beverleythomas5708 2 жыл бұрын

Now that's a massive gate! Very nice build and tutorial sir. However, since I personally tend to be a bit paranoid about security, I would have added 2 more sturdy bolts. One above and one below the main lock. And I would find a way to add some spikes to the top of both the gate and the gate posts as a painful deterrent to any one attempting to climb or jump over.

@MetalMayhem1978 Жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation on the bracing James ! You are the man !

@DesertBumWoodWorkn 2 жыл бұрын

That's a real strong gate, thanks for the gate supports and sagging.

@carmelitasabugo 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the visual/explanation about the sag.

@patmash 2 жыл бұрын

Even built a mock-up for us to understand it. Thank you for all these informative video’s.

@_Rick_S 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video, and thanks for making the mockup model to really drill the concept home

@jkzas715 Жыл бұрын

Sir you did a wonderful door gate! I love to see your daughter helping you! I’m going to try to make a door like yours!!!!!

@josephbailey435 8 ай бұрын

Excellent work, great teacher, and like the fact that you involve the family. Well done.

@sonyaheath4332 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely gate! Thank you so much for the video on building it, I learned so much.

@kstewart3657 2 жыл бұрын

Great gate. Your build description, as always, is clear, concise and easy to follow. Looking forward to your new series of projects. 👍👏

@KingsFineWoodworking 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That’s very kind.

@thehawkc 2 жыл бұрын

Always great stuff, especially the support explanation. And of course the build looks great.

@klg642002 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work, great job, I learn every time I watch you all work. Happy holidays!!!!!

@luisbvs 2 жыл бұрын

Wow man, that demo with the mock-up was awesome. Thank you! So neat. Cheers from Costa Rica.

@xxxvcvv 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful 👍 loved the geometry! Drives me nuts when it's wrong🙃 lovely craftsmanship too!

@aaronmccann3246 2 жыл бұрын

Great job on the mock up; that is gonna help a lot of people!!

@triplex86 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, packed with great advice as usual. Always enjoy your videos - thank you.

@johnwalters1887 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos allways put a smile on my face. Keep up the good work

@cliff5240 2 жыл бұрын

Was glad to see one of your videos pop up. Have missed seeing your content and family.

@joselacera8716 2 жыл бұрын

thank you sir for this video yes I did that mistake put the support in the wrong corner and my gate is sagging and warping outward this video is a great help and glad explained everything clear

@joeforster5503 2 жыл бұрын

Fasinating build! Going to aply some of these ideas to a new fence gate i need to build. Love the furry photobomber too!

@TilTherWasU4Me 2 жыл бұрын

I am actually going to build a gate twice as wide. This would be an excellent design for me!

@NFL1976 2 жыл бұрын

LOL

@Kkuts37 2 жыл бұрын

So good to have a new video from you, Mr. King!! Just love the way your family works together!! Is that the young gal who used to photo-bomb the videos? She has grown into a lovely looking young Lady! Glad you all are safe and well...

@KingsFineWoodworking 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you. That is indeed the photobomber! My youngest daughter. Her name is Sai. She will be delighted that you asked about her.

@richardclack4972 2 жыл бұрын

I love the gate James! And I’m a little jealous of all your great helpers! I wood love a set of plans for this!

@yosef8138 2 жыл бұрын

שמח 😍😍אני שסוף סוף חזרתה 👏👏כי מאוד חשבתי 🤷‍🤷שיצאת לחופשת מחלה לקיצור כיבה על כול מקרה שתהיה בראי וחזק 💪💪הצפייה 🤳🤳בסרטונים נותן השארה ורעיון למי שחושב 👍👍לעשות כך שיהי בהצלחה בהמשך ותודה מקרב לב 💕💕

@grahamrankin4725 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation of the diagonal brace placement.

@stevenoglesby7843 2 жыл бұрын

The mock up was a great way to demonstrate the construction technique

@alb5753 2 жыл бұрын

Super nice gate, you guys made it look much easier than it really is I’m sure.

@danielgrabske3545 Жыл бұрын

That's a great project , thinking one for driveway next to my house. This has given me some ideas how to construct it.

@kevinhowes3803 2 жыл бұрын

Very simple construction and looks great.

@jasonsnell708 6 ай бұрын

Gotta love kids that help with home projects!! Great Gate!

@jeffreywhite7657 9 ай бұрын

My man, that is one beautiful bad ass gate!! Got to be the best one I've seen that's hand built. BRAVO 😊

@streetkombativesystem4704 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work, once again. I really like you vids and explanations mate, also love the fact that your daughters work with you, keep em coming. Cheers.

@mwilliams4545 2 жыл бұрын

You are a excellent teacher, thank you

@angelolautchang9667 Жыл бұрын

I love this gate, it last forever, great job

@dannybrand5045 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job thanks for sharing love the gate . great info thanks again and God Bless Always.

@MrExNavy 2 жыл бұрын

I was going to build a pipe gate for my front entrance but I think I'll make this gate instead. Looks much better and easier to build, not as heavy and provides a little more privacy.

@kevinemde9603 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice sturdy gate. LOve the visual model explanation of the brace to control sag.

@KingsFineWoodworking 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rafaelxenes2034 2 жыл бұрын

That’s one strong gate. Great work!

@shaw8535 Жыл бұрын

well explained ! thanks for putting so much effort making all those demo's.

@benc1927 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is a masterclass in gate building

@Monieboy700 Жыл бұрын

Man I love this gate man. You guys did an amazing job. I bought my house a year ago and I'm really gonna use this plan. Thank you man!

@rasdre179 9 ай бұрын

Where did you find the plans?

@keithsherman8362 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Gate.Excellent Craftmanship.

@nickbailey202 2 жыл бұрын

We've missed you sir, good to see you back

@noelgreen9381 2 жыл бұрын

The dog can probably get underneath the gate. You could solve that with a rubber baffle across the bottom, or even a brush. Great explanation of the sag and brace effect.