24 - How to Build a Wooden Gate in a 6 Foot Cedar Fence

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[@stacearmstrong]

Love this helpful video! As I'm about to begin my project, though, I'm wondering if I can use the same method if I want to build a shadowbox fence and gate? Just wondering how to place the pickets correctly so that I'd be able to "cut out" the gate. Suggestions?

[@willjones5816]

I noticed your socket was coming off repeatedly. Get some electrical tape and do a wrap where it meets with the socket. Squeeze the trigger and let the driver do the wrapping for you (taping the adapter and socket together). Socket won’t come off anymore. When you are done reverse the drill and pull the tape while unwinding.

[@silveraudio74]

I love how youre so reasonable and caring for your kids... The world needs more of you bro! GJ dad!

[@jonlewis7140]

Love the life hacks! I never would have thought to build it all attached and then cut it loose after installing the hinges. I was stressing building a new gate, not now. AWESOME!!

[@lowgascostsorangeman2688]

Thank you so much. I'm a novice; never did learn carpentry but after I price a fence, I decided to do it myself. These videos sure are a life saver so you get a thumbs up and subscribed.

[@yogatoesandthensome6093]

I have to tell you: your video is refreshingly clear, easy to follow, and motivating. I don't know that I planned to build a fence/gate...but I expect to do so NOW! Thanks!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you. You’re very kind.

[@chriswilson1098]

Awesome having your kids involved. They’ll remember this moment forever.

[@HarlyGuy13]

James I've said it before but it's worth saying again. Your Family values are outstanding as are your woodworking skills.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you. You are very kind!

[@josephmadden2067]

Your many years of experience doing real carpentry really show in your techniques. Keep up the great work.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you.

[@jdmitchell6995]

Thanks so much for this how to vid. Helped greatly for me. One note: the latch you used can be taken apart and reversed so that the locking side is on the inside of the gate. Also, you can flip the mechanism upside down so it rests on the latch most of the time preventing sag (for sloped gates). Great vid and thanks again for your effort.

[@BLACKMONGOOSE13]

Well done vid! I am building an identical gate and fence. For those watching and reading this; if you want to dress this style of fence and gate up just a bit you can run a 1 x 4 across the top on both sides and cap it with a 2x4 or 2 x 6. That will add weight to your gate so plan accordingly. I would also recommend always using metal poles. Anyone who’s ever dug holes for posts will tell you you only want to do that job once! Great vid.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@garybush2106]

I can honestly say I have never thought to hang a gate like that, makes perfect sense, great video

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Gary! Thank you!

[@sergs3605]

Damn you got 3 people putting 1 post!!! I had just myself lol

[@robertblahnik]

I think your best advice was the cone around the base of the post. I set fences and build gates once in blue moon as a handyman. However, I don't have any help so I defer big jobs. Since the guy who built my neighbors fence never came back to finish installing the gate, my neighbor hired me to do it. Now the span was two great to use the house to hinge it with and or hinge it using the the end 4X4 securing the fence. So with a 6 foot span, I chose to use a 4x6 anchored around 30" down with 1.5 bags of cement. But before I set it, I mark just above the base of the 4x6, pull it back out, then using some painters tape and some cheap roofing tar, I smeared the base with it before putting it back in the hole. 13 years later, my gate is as solid as ever but the fence is a mess. More than half the posts rotted at the base and the sagging between the spans was embarrassing because the builder didn't use not diagonal center supports, or turn his 2X4's vertically

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Robert. Thanks, and thank you for watching.

[@trippleaaaaaaaaaa]

I see you use an Estwing 24oz hammer. Good man. mines about 38yrs old and still the best ever made.

[@TeranRealtor]

THANK YOU!!!! Have been meaning to rebuild my gate for (far longer than I care to admit on here) and finally did it! I did it using your method, and it is level, no hanging, no binding, just smooth! Thank you!

[@Jestunes]

Your diagonal 2x4's on the gate are going in the wrong direction. If you flip them in the other direction you gate will NEVER sag. Not sure if you will fix it but if others read this they won't make the same mistake...

[@nonparticipant4671]

James does it again! Nice work. I ended up putting the spring loaded hinges to close the gate automatically. Well worth the money in my opinion- especially if you have dogs. BTW, if you have sagging issues down the line, using a turnbuckle with some 1/8" wire rope from top hinge to lower corner will repair and prevent future issues.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi. Thank you, and thanks for the great tip.

[@mailmanx69]

5:01 - That is REALLY good advice! I battle a little depression on a regular basis. Mine is related to teenagers. Concrete is so much easier to deal with! But seriously, this was an EXCELLENT video! I loved your thorough, easy-to-understand presentation. I've built gates before. They've all sagged over time. I needed your video a LONG time ago!

[@babyjjnels]

You saved my life with this video thank you. Well done my friend! My gate started sagging right away though and it rubs a bit but I'm not going to redo the end. I should have left a bigger gap where it closes.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@nat8843]

Very nice. I like how you speak both to expert builders and to beginners like me. You are a humble man.

[@KiD_ViCiOuS]

Seriously elegant procedure in the steps. There's always more than one way to skin a cat but you don't ever start from the tail

[@derail412]

Thanks for the excellent videos. I think it is great how you are passing this skill down to your family! Something I'm trying to do as well! Thanks again!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much.

[@laylamiranda419]

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[@miakrauss555]

I just used your technique....BRILLIANT!!!!!! Wow, I wish I had seen this several gates ago!!!! Sooooo easy!!!!

[@georgelennon3618]

I don’t know if you still read your comments, but I’m going to write it regardless. This is top notch work! I’m “sorta” handy, but building a gate has intimated me. I have one that’s sagging and butt ugly, and I’ve wanted to replace it for years. THIS video is concise, accurate and worded excellently for novices. Thank you! Now, I guess I’ll take out a second mortgage on my house before heading to Lowe’s to get some outrageously priced pickets and 2X4’s. 😂 Great job!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

I do read the comments. Thank you! 😁👍🏻

[@salowoonton9922]

The pre drill we call a pilot in Australia 😎👍 really fine work.

[@Kenny_K2323]

I like the idea of cutting the gate out of the fence after built. Gonna do that tomorrow! Except we are dropping ours to 5'6" and putting lights on top of the posts! 😁

[@BrettClayton84]

By far the best video that I’ve seen for making a gate. Thank you so much. This was sooooo helpful!!!

[@jimjohnson7681]

That was a phenomenal video. I learned so much, and loved seeing your family involved. You have so much great experience in construction. However, my favorite thing about this video is your voice, so calm and informative. I’m actually sad that it’s over! I’m building my gate tomorrow, so glad I found this! Thx so much!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! That’s very kind.

[@rightbro]

Sounds like he's in love with you

[@chuckedone]

Thankyou from Australia. Fabulously presented and so informative. So nice seeing your family working together.

[@WilliamCobbGodsman]

Thank you it was very helpful to me. I was building a wooden gate, just like yours. Without watching this video I had no idea how I was going to do it. Thanks again.

[@mikemcclintock8086]

That is the smartest way to do a gate! Well done!

[@melonxlord]

This is such a wonderful, wholesome, and educational video ❤ I watched a few other videos on repairing a gate but they were just confusing. I learned more about repairing a gate watching this video than the others. I also gotta say, you're an amazing dad. I truly love that you are teaching your daughters(and me 😊) how to be more handy. My dad taught me what he knows and its helped me so much. As a military spouse, it really helps knowing how to make home repairs on my own since my husband often is out training and stuff. You're raising strong, independent women 💪🏼 Keep up the good work ❤

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

You are very kind. Thank you!

[@davidrosowski3161]

I'm replacing my entire fence this week. The old gate was always a problem. Your design will be a great improvement.

[@mera5038]

This is how DIY videos should be made with all the tips and tricks you need to know along the way. Thanks

[@tracybrislin]

Great Ideas and solutions! Best video i've seen ! Love the Daughters helping!

[@Jaxsolo]

I found this video at exactly the right time. Have to replace 2 gates and 8 foot fence panels next week! Good vid, kept it simple.

[@thepromrk]

This was the most informative video on building a gate that I’ve found. I am about to build my second or third fence and gate (diy) and am now going to try this method. Never seen or thought to build the fence and cut the gate out. Probably something professionals all know but first for me. Thank you for the amazing videos. Keep ‘em coming!!

[@fred4513]

Another fine vid James! And you hit the most important thing, bevel up that concrete so the post doesn't rot prematurely!!! Here most fence is pressure treated pine. and fences don't last because nobody bothers to do that!!! Glad to see your keeping your crew busy!😀

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Haha, thanks!

[@Tinayoureffinmotha]

A billion videos later and FINALLY some tips I needed. Thanks!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@abajhalghamdi9219]

Very great job and very great team working especially the young girl. she seems that she is talented . . thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Abajh Alghamdi, thank you! And thanks for watching and commenting on the video.

[@DCRose051156]

I'm building a gate on my new fence today. This was very helpful. Thank you!

[@CanadianImmigrationInstitute]

I love this. I think the best part was teaching your kids how to do it. Keep up the great work.

[@weddingphotok]

Thank you for making this video!! This was so good and helped me and my son with our fence project. You made it so that anyone could follow alone and build a fence!! The gate came out great!

[@mimz1704]

I only needed to learn the hinge installation, but I watched the whole video haha very well done. I already built my fence, but this will come in handy later

[@lorimccrackin]

Thank you and great video. I watch a lot of DIY videos. Your video is peaceful. I like how you narrated later after the fact and quieted some noise while doing so. Easy to watch and learn. Thanks so much!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you. That’s very kind.

[@AndrewR74]

Thank you very much for this video. It is a very timely one. I am getting ready to replace a small section of fence, and put in a gate.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome. Thank you for watching.

[@globeforever9777]

Very few people understand the bracing of a wood gate. The bottom brace, while the right way, is far too flat to be effective. The braces should have been (in two pieces) from bottom hinge side to top open side in a diagonal line.

[@mrordinary28]

Thank you for this video. While my project was not exactly the same, I used the steps to make a 2 1/2 ft gate attach to my garage. Without this video I would have struggled!

[@bigdaddy19821111]

Man has every DeWalt tool made. I like!

[@hildamaughan7796]

I was so mad, i saw this then asked a guy to put cement in. I tried to tell him how but he did hs own thing. He added so much water. Now there are cracks on the cement. Another only did 12 inches of cement. I say, do it yourself. Great video. Middle sawing still stumps me.

[@ericwiatrowski8574]

Awesome detailed explanation. I was going to pay somebody to do it but I'm plenty capable, just never messed with fences. I'm a new home owner and there's plenty to do so saving $ on the things I can handle myself is imperative. I think I'll save time and buy a fence section and 2 posts and knock this out in a day. Thanks!

[@melaniepotter3951]

Wow, that was such a practical way to build your gate! I enjoyed that!

[@eliasvigil]

Great info. I’m glad I watch this. I’m building a gate based on your info. Thanks.

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

Very well done, I wii give it a try Stratton tomorrow.

[@adammockinghorse6488]

I really enjoy your videos. Your presentation is excellent and explain everything at just the correct depth and speed. I also think the way you involve your family is great. The family that saws together stays together. Kudos.

[@gatormomlol]

Many of years of building custom fences......best way of stoping this type of gate from sagging, is to put a 2x4 stop/scrap, nail to the bottom of the pole latch side so the gate rest on it. Also gate should of had a z pattern for braces...but hey still a nice job keep up the good work. Not to many good helpers out there to do this kind of work...let alone the young like yours.

[@crrusher]

Could you describe the stop/scrap in a little more detail. I would like to do this to my gate, but can't quite understand what you mean.

[@pablitocodes]

This video is as fire as the Texas heat bro & for that I thank you.

[@solorzano5810]

Excellent video, lots of tips for the gate I’ll need to make, the only thing am missing is my shop helper, she grew up got married and moved out of state

[@tonyg2859]

Well done. My only recommendation is bolts nuts and washers instead of lag bolts, which come loose. Definitely stronger and there's little to no sag depending on how wide.

[@autumnwoe6356]

I fill the hole half dry concrete and fill the other half with dirt. The moisture from the ground absorbs in . My fence has been up 20 years.

[@rwdillard1]

Really nice instructional video. You showed every step and took the time to explain everything very well

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@bignastyyufel]

Your a good pops. I build fences and I normally do custom gates. I'm doing this method on my fence im building this week where I build it out and then cut and add hinges.

[@DennisHicks78749]

Nice to get tips from a pro. So many how-to vids on youtube really show how *not*-to. Thanks!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jimwyatt6652]

Looks like you have a very nice family, good job by all. Thanks for the information and effort it took to do a great video. Have a good day 👍👍👍🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@MrHighflyingclive]

I'm afraid that that gate will certainly sag. The upper brace is going the wrong way and appears to be less than 45º, so it is doing nothing. The lower brace is correctly installed, but again looks to be less than 45º so will do very little to prevent the gate sagging.

[@DCRose051156]

Thanks for your video. I've always struggled with gates and this was very very helpful.

[@bryanstark324]

Thanks that's really the best and most thorough video on making a gate I have found.

[@alanlau3278]

Wonderful video. I love your methods and explanations. Thank you so much for posting.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you. You are very kind

[@shanethompson4865]

James, you do outstanding work.

[@Zoofactory]

Hey Man!! You’ve helped save my Saturday! 👍

[@bsjm1958]

This is just what I need, thank you so much for this awesome video, now I can build my own gate, and photo boom is beautiful as always.

[@AROD500500]

Great video, We already installed two panels and now we have to cutout for the gate door.. Sadly it's raining today in Central Florida.. Thanks showing us how to really secure that gate..!

[@NZErehwon]

Ah building Fences & Gates one of my favourite tasks Good work team !!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Andrew! Thanks! Weather is getting hot here nowadays. So I'm going to maybe pick up some outdoor projects to do & film. I'm trying to figure out if that's something that people want to see.

[@NZErehwon]

Out & about good idea. Nice to see how you did a gate & fence We use mainly H4 ground treated posts here 100x100mm 4"x4" And 150x25 or 150x 19mm palings here I normally get rid of my helpers ( family ) ;-) unless holding posts or rails

[@tonyryma1219]

Wow. A detailed gate video. Well done. I really enjoyed it.

[@TheKlk1997]

Exactly the video I was looking for! Thanks for the detail and making it look easy.

[@cosudu3002]

Excellent job!! We need to do this for the backyard fence.

[@westcoast7185]

Such a detailed description. Thank you!

[@MegaGsizzle]

Awesome awesome awesome video!! Loved you made it a family project

[@sikskillz2186]

really great job, looks awesome.

[@douglaslovell8722]

Thank you very easy way to build the gate. Great job.

[@jeffreymueller7397]

its always a good idea to cut the top of the post for water repelling water and rot or coating it with a repellant

[@BUTGOD-j1x]

Thanks for takin your time creating this "peaceful and informative video. I love how you had the kids 'bird watchin" story as a storyline as well. I had to watch it five times to get how you made gate with wood already attached. It's better than having to build it from scratch and put up But how do you make it to swing INTO the yard?

[@chipshot442]

Nice job James and family!! Enjoyed watching as always.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@H-thusle]

Thanks u made my work easy

[@TailTaleOutdoors]

This has been extremely helpful. Thank you!!

[@tomwaldenofficial]

Very helpful video. Thanks for making and posting. -Tom

[@Egam]

This is a real working family. Congratulations, wishing for an awesome birdwatching to the ladies.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Eduardo. Thank you very much!

[@IdRatherMakeItMyself-Net]

Nice tutorial. I'll be building some gates pretty soon so it was good timing. Thanks.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! I hope it helps in some small way.

[@anval1257]

Great job.....!!! Well explained. !!! Thank You !!

[@pauljohn5554]

Fantastic job. Thank you

[@cruepprich]

Excellent video. Thanks!

[@robertgutheridge9672]

A little trick I use to keep post from roting out. Paint the bottom 2 and a half feet of the post with Roofing asphalt emulsion the real running stuff it's soaks into the wood and protects it forever I have post in the ground that are 35years old and zero rot.

[@tony123456789fuck]

Just about to do the same,thanks for the video I got it. This weekend I am going to be busy, ain't no cheap wood nowadays.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@Mega_Casual]

Brilliant how you created the gate portion out of the built fence.

[@shanesmaineshop]

That came out great.

[@chizilla1985]

Super user friendly... awesome

[@sssfff5058]

Great explanations throughout.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@az242az]

This is extremely helpful. Thank you

[@SergioSanchez-iu5hf]

Thanks simple and to the point

[@sarojinidevithambapillai9146]

Nice family project