How to Build a Garden Gate | Easy Step by Step Guide

In this video i will be showing you how to build a garden gate. I will explain how to make a strong half lap joint and how to correctly cross brace a gate We will also be looking at hinge and latch installation. If you like the content leave a like and please subscribe for more content like this as I've got a lot more to come and there will be something that will help you out.
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[@TheDIYGuy1]

Now the better weather is finally here we can get outside and do jobs like this. What else do you want to see?

[@JJherne]

You in my back garden sorting out my summer house 🤣. Nice work on the gate, well explained about which side to run the cross braces from 👍.

[@patburke5740]

Outside timber structures like pergolas, how to close in a side entrance with timber with a perspex roof.

[@michaellord2844]

Great video as always. I guess outdoor jobs at this time of year would be reseal decking (proper way) and also fence post replacement due to weather or general decay.

[@Megagamer12312]

Maybe installing lighting in your shed I really don’t know how to do that

[@dannymccann]

​@@michaellord2844 Great shout, I've got rotting timber posts which I desperately want to replace with new ones but not confident to take the plunge! Would also be good if you could demonstrate how to cut fence panels and make good for smaller gaps

[@MikeBoardman-v9q]

Mate, you are by far the best I’ve seen so easy to follow, thank you so much, that was a top job, you learnt your trade very well.👊👍🙏

[@THDSCornwall]

A good tip to remember for anyone making their own gate, when drilling through to fit the latch, clamp a scrap piece of wood on the other side so you don’t get any blow out or splintering!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍

[@leestockton9367]

Or look for the pilot hole appearing and then drill back from the opposite side

[@Zjrhr]

@@leestockton9367 This is exactly how to do it

[@semilife]

Beautifully explained and demonstrated from an expert in wood working. So clear and to the point, no fluff nothing you dont need and well paced and detailed.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you very much!

[@shazattack3711]

Everything was shown and explained in a straightforward, clear, and concise way. I am willing to give this a try, thanks.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Please do!

[@vman2kay]

Nice gate. Would be nice to see one with a lock done well. I suppose that's why the stop would be put on the front so people can't lift the lock from the other side if it was a locking gate. Always excited to see more videos, keep it up.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks a lot and good idea

[@NealAndrews]

I don't need to build a gate, but really good vid and tutorial, I learnt a lot, thank you 👍

[@leestockton9367]

That bracing information is brilliant, never knew that! One thing I would say; if you haven't a spare bit of timber to clamp to prevent the blow out of wood when drilling through, is to watch for the pilot part of the bit coming through and then to stop drilling that side and locate the pilot hole on the other and drill back. It gives a neater finish and doesn't leave untreated wood exposed (even though the latch will cover it, it's still exposed untreated), but I'm super particular (or picky!)

[@cuebj]

Worth putting a cap on the top end grain. I use dowels to set it in place rather than screwing through from the top of the cap. Drip channel a useful groove in the under surface of the cap

[@bertbox69]

Even better, industrial adhesive like OB1 waterproof and strong

[@richardpender2428]

Brilliant vid. Am planning on putting in a small garden gate during the summer and this is most helpful. Especially the brace section. You my friend have earned a new subscriber.

[@cannontrodder]

I built this gate today and it is really worth checking for square and checking your measurements again and again because when you come to finally swing it, you will thank yourself as mine is now perfect! I just say, using timbers as suggested and decking boards creates a very heavy but super sturdy gate. Don’t cheap out on the hinges!!!

[@jent1437]

This is exactly what I needed to see, my gate flew off a few weeks ago and I’m wanting to make one exactly like this, great video, thanks!!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad it helped!

[@irons25]

Perfect timing mate, i need a new gate and youve just inspired me. Thanks

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad I could help. Brilliant

[@wp-my2rc]

i am a carpenter by trade been one for the last 40 years very impressed with your work and the way you put it across. video work is top notch also. well done and keep the videos coming ✌

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Wow, thanks!

[@RiminiVirage]

First class tutorial, great gate. Shame the housebuilders don’t take such a professional approach.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad you liked the guide!

[@abdoaiman]

What a beautiful clean job.. Many thanks & keep it up mate

[@Morbidia]

Magnificent perfect fitting i bet when you turn the handle and everything works its such a great feeling. I love your diy channel its so fascinating.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you very much!

[@adamstone4905]

As a fence and gate contractor, I can confirm, this is the perfect on site gate! We mortise and tenon our stiles in our workshop. We have had to use the half lap on site many times and never fails. Feather edge and tgv eliminates gapping. However decking boards do look good if you’re not after 100% privacy. Good work and keep up the good work!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks a lot for the comment 👍

[@darrenmackenzie1892]

Great video for this summer!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad you liked it!

[@Motivos77]

Great video, Beautiful fence. Thanks for this, i'm going to give it a try.

[@Baggy2482]

Just finished building my new fence. Something ive never done before . Managed to do a good job thanks to youtube videos like this. Really like this gate but more more to point my wife loves it. So this will hopefully finish it off perfectly. Wish me luck, ive never done a half lap join lol

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Good luck, you can do it

[@graveyard-shift]

I need a new gate and this video is amazing so much info on how to do it....think i might have to become a new member....great diy videos with great advice. Cheers

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks a lot and I’m glad you like the videos 🤗

[@satnamboll]

Cracking video. I've been umming and ahhing a side gate replacement as well, but I will build it. Now the decking is a great idea, many thanks for sharing.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Best of luck!

[@andymerrett]

The last gate we had (fitted by previous occupants) was decking but for various reasons it finally gave up. Had a new one fitted as tongue-and-groove and (as it's on a busy path) bolts as well (though they are super easy to fit if required).

[@marysiausa4688]

Perfect! You're so talented!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@radharcanna]

A great job. Clearly explained.

[@brianfarrelly7151]

Need to make an external door for an old stone cabin and will use your video as a guide. Thanks.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Have fun!

[@TheAntD]

Great end result and brilliant explanation!This has encouraged me to make my own gate. I just need to get everything together now and get the job done.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad it was helpful! Go for it

[@michaelsharpin3369]

Love that gate fantastic video it gives me the confidence to make a gate like that, keep the videos coming I really enjoy them.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Brilliant thanks

[@stevewilliams6191]

Excellent video. That gate looks really solid. Going to need to replace mine sometime soon, so great timing! Thanks 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

No problem 👍

[@AccountantDoesDIY]

Well that was pleasing to watch - literally exactly the same way I had a stab at doing our front driveway pedestrian gate last year :-) One thing I did debate with myself was whether to have both braces going all way to the hinge side or whether to have the top brace end half way across the middle horizontal brace and then the bottom brace start at that middle point of the middle horizontal brace and continue down to the bottom hinge. I guess either way works. Aesthetically you’d end up with just one long diagonal from top to bottom using my alternative way which might be preferable to some.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍👍

[@etienneE]

Great vid, need to build one in a few weeks. Had a few ideas how to, but will go with yours. Would love to see some exterior wood panelling. How to make your own using narrow boards.

[@kenhitchcock4075]

Amazing video again, nice and simple. Will have to give it a go when I'm ready to get the gate up at home.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Go for it!

[@stephendavies18]

I would say so much better than the cheap and nasty gates in diy sheds but they are certainly NOT cheap. Excellent gate and video 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Very true! Cheers

[@1701_FyldeFlyer]

Nicely timed vid as i need to make a new side gate! Cheers!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Nice one!

[@snappyfish]

Watch regardless of project I need help with. Excellent videos and always skills to take away. Thanks

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Awesome, thank you!

[@craigbuckley4832]

Absolutely brilliant video, I've learned alot, many thanks 💯👍👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Great to hear!

[@L2succeednow]

It's such a pleasure watching your videos. They are easy to understand and make me want to make a gate, even though I din't need one. Lol

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks 🙏

[@avtarchana609]

Thanks for the great insight into the art of gate making 👍🙏

[@TheDIYGuy1]

My pleasure!

[@macbook9084]

Another great, professional job Well done sir!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you kindly!

[@n54ll64]

That's a solid gate 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

You bet it is 😊

[@Ramblingpete]

Great teacher thank nice big hinges 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you too

[@jasonmart1081]

A few things...I would have fitted a centre hinge for that amount of weight and it would minimise any deflection/sag over time; I would have equalled up the space at each side of the gate when fitting it; Either drilled from both sides when fitted the latch (or used a backing board) to prevent spelching; Coated /treated panelling before fitting.

[@bertbox69]

Will refer to this for a bespoke size gate project soon. Since watching this channel I've completed a few jobs with the clear steps and info, not a load of mumbled vague instructions like some.

[@Johnjoization]

Excellent video, clear instructions and great tips. I will use to make my own side gate - cheers 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christycullen2585]

Great Job and video as usual Cheers

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@patburke5740]

Great video. Your channel has come on so well.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you very much!

[@sjfarrell2.03]

Nice. I need to make a new side gate for my place. I will be putting a lock on it as well.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Go for it! 👍

[@alanbacon62]

Brilliant video, just a week too late for me. Will follow this next time. Keep the videos coming.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks, will do!

[@andrewgibbs7279]

Nice 👌 Really informative and concise, thanks for the upload 👍

[@robertd-dh8qm]

another good video. enjoying them 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad you like them!

[@saarlann]

Great video. Thanks for the guide.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@originalMrRunninz]

No lie.. my garden gate is about 5 years past it's best before !! Great timing ❤❤❤

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Brilliant 😊

[@VINSCOT5]

Like alaways another SUPERB video.👏👏👏

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks again!

[@Ste2023]

That is a nice door ..very neat workmanship 💪

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks 👍

[@cprog]

Thanks a lot!

[@TheDIYGuy1]

You're welcome!

[@Bananaskin101]

Awesome tutorial 👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you 👍

[@DjGiluk]

Great job 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks as always!

[@cookiemonster2299]

Perfect thanks 👍❤️🇬🇧

[@TheDIYGuy1]

You’re welcome 😊

[@taiwaneil]

Very well explained.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Smithb83]

Another excellent video Cam! I like to use black exterior tite screws outside (so they won't rust but are much cheaper than stainless steel screws). I think the other name for that treatment is jappaned screws) thanks 🎉

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍 thanks

[@ImranKhan-dr8bb]

Damn good video, and at the exact time I was looking to find out how to do this particular thing.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍 I’ve got you

[@clemmcguinness1087]

Excellent video thanks

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@piee683]

That’s a tasty job may I just add if you have a track saw or do it with mitre saw put 15 degree cut on top of gate to shed water increases longevity of it

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍. Thank you

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thank you too

[@kiriladamski387]

Thanks

[@johnrigney7987]

Absolutely love the content mate, learned so much from your work. I'm about to undertake replacing a frame and door on a brick shed and covered side entrance. Both are framed both sides and on top so I'm wondering if you'd still leave 20mm short on the width and 100mm short on the height for this kind of job? Again, keep up the great content.

[@MrMJB]

Fantastic video, ive subscribed👍🏻 I was going to mention about a door stop, but you beat me to it at the end 👌🏻 The timber that was attached to the garage could be an L shape, giving you a built in door stop and a nice clean look from the front👍🏻

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks for the sub! And the thoughts on door stop 😊

[@lesthiele4921]

That is a grezt looking gate, the oak stain is a good colour for this type of gate, with some of your next few videos, what about tool care and some boxing/concrete work just to name two, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia, Les

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks. Good suggestions 👍

[@karenreynolds8903]

Good job. going tonuse video to make outside door...thanks

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Most welcome 😊

[@ttens1]

If, just before bracing, you'd found the corners weren't quite square, how would you have adjusted it? Great video, about to try and emulate it starting today!

[@richard_in_rayleigh]

I'm hoping to see some more work on the house. Maybe kitchen or bathroom installs. Appreciate cost wise that may be some way off yet. x

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Oh your in for a treat VERY VERY soon! 😊

[@davidzicho8174]

great video. Very good tips. Could you include the part number for the Dewalt anchor colts?

[@leebutler3178]

Cheers mate, great vid as usual :) I need to make a pair of gates for the driveway- what's the best way to have them meet in the middle? I'm thinking the construction would be the same as the side entry gate but making a left and a right? Just not sure how they will stay closed...Cheers mate for any advice you can give :)

[@porfess5063]

I like the content you place YT and am a subscriber. Very useful. However, it would be handy if you could spend some time on fixing issues we may encounter as in this video if the original gate frame is not square and requires adjusting. As expected, you got it right first time. Unfortunately, us part timers will probably need to make an adjustment :-)

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks for being a subscriber and thanks for the useful constructive feedback 👍

[@mattlanglands-tw4yh]

Like the vid. I’m going to do my garden gate soon so going to use this tutorial. But I do have a question, does the brick work need sds drilling? Cheers.

[@Rainkingbritt]

This is great - thinking about making one. Just concerned about the expansion/contraction of the decking board face over time. Does anyone know if this is gonna be a problem. I know if decking boards are laid flat they need about a 4mm gap between boards.

[@LeroyBrown84]

You could even add something like 400 mm of clearance between the fence planks. When your hinges are strong enough, you then use the fence planks on both sides. You should use a wider plank on the sides at the back. There is a Dutch saying called 'Meten Is Weten' which means 'Measuring is knowing'. I once purchased a metal frame myself, so I actually have no right to speak. 😅

[@paulhad69]

Excellent, next project sorted. One question: would this method work for a workshop door? Keep up the good work 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Andy-no1gc]

great job, the garden door is always there, so the workmanship should be correct

[@TheDIYGuy1]

🙌 thanks

[@karma3101]

Great video. I'll copy this design to make a replacement door for my shed.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍fantastic

[@garranstvall1442]

Hi Cameron, thanks for the video, great content as always! Just a quick question. I’m looking to make a gate myself this summer however not sure on how to avoid ripping down cladding pieces so the gate looks uniform. Is it just a case of measuring the opening and dividing that space by the width of the cladding, less the 10mm gaps at each end. Or am I missing something. Sorry if that’s a silly question… I’ve never made a gate before 😫 Really enjoy your vids.. looking forward to this years content 👍🏾👍🏾

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Hi, your welcome and thanks for the comment. Once you’ve chosen your cladding you can build your frame and set out your cladding either by diving as you suggested or simply ‘dry fitting your cladding to visually set it out’. Whatever works for you 👍

[@sebbiechu]

I added an extra lock on mine and as you said doesn't budge :)

[@gregcressey1791]

Quick 2 sec pointer pre drill screw holes it also helps prevent splitting

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Yeah you could pilot hole if you prefer.

[@keitho77]

Excellent instructional video Are there wedge type latches available, to prevent the gate rattling when it is windy?

[@TheDIYGuy1]

Thanks 😊

[@JorgeHernandez-ib1px]

Great video! Question. I'm not sure if you are located in a different country, but I live in the US NY where i have seasonal temperature changes would it be okay for me to attach the wood stud to a home's stucco wall? Additional info: I can only attach it on the stucco wall on my home and not the right side which is my neighbor's fence, I have a concrete slab, and I like to build a 6-foot High Gate. Thanks for your feedback!

[@sophiebryant9446]

Adding a cap to the top of the gate to cover the exposed end grain might help prevent rot.

[@Dalbayob69]

Since you already use Gorilla glue, have you used their epoxy glue(expanding one). Ever since I came across it I never use anything else. Brilliant for fixing creeks in stairs. Pulled carpet off. Put glue bottle in hot water to make it run better, used blunt tip syringe and squeezed the glue in every crack on stairs. Left to cure overnight and no more creeks. Happy days.

[@TheDIYGuy1]

I’ve never used it but will have to give it a go

[@leebennett3672]

Yep just don't get it on your hands it stains

[@Dalbayob69]

@@leebennett3672 should’ve seen my hands after first time I used it🤦‍♂️🤣

[@leebennett3672]

@@Dalbayob69 🤣🤣 I can imagine lol

[@reache777]

hi I'm planning to build a similar gate and I was wondering what sizes of deck boards and outer structure (such as posts and beams) would you recommend? Any specific measurements or guidelines I should consider? Thanks in advance!"

[@curiousjoe395]

My current gate, similar to yours is at the side of the house and is a wind tunnel, most of the times! My gate opens towards me and I then have to pull against the wind. It them slams shut with the force of the wind. Can I use a spring or something else to soften the close please?

[@waynekaladinskas4201]

Where do you get cladded deck boards from? Can you just use tanalised timber nailed up close together/touching? Tia

[@shayanchaudhary8613]

What stain brand did you use please?

[@dannymccann]

At some point my rear garage door (which is essentially a garden gate in a brick hole!) needs redoing so if i don't opt for a UPVC job this video may well come in handy

[@TheDIYGuy1]

🙌

[@roydodd4694]

❤❤it😊😊

[@TheDIYGuy1]

😊👍

[@alexmorgan3435]

How about heat and cold causing those decking slats butted up to each other to expand or contract if they are all screwed in, won't the gate warp over time? Where as shiplap can expand/contract more easily? Just a thought, I might be wrong. Nice work otherwise. You are a natural teacher/instructor. Also how about a lock(s)?

[@robbiem1987]

Could I do this on a garden shed made of breeze block

[@nabazhamad5988]

❤

[@snacklofter]

👍👍

[@TheDIYGuy1]

👍👍

[@andybrace4983]

Lovely old job

[@TheDIYGuy1]

🙌 cheers

[@soren83]

Hi, what length are these M6 concrete bolts you used? Thanks,

[@mugban6836]

Spot on, as usual! What mitre saw are you using?

[@TheDIYGuy1]

It’s the latest evolution 36v cordless mitre saw. Thanks

[@curiousjoe395]

I've done a similar gate (without the half-butt joints) but featheredge. I like yours! Would the decking boards make it too heavy or is this robust enough to not sag with that weight?

[@TheDIYGuy1]

This will never sag! The cross braces won’t allow it to.