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3.0–7.3 m: Fit Your Driveway Gate Right for Australian Homes
Get a custom fit driveway gate for Australian homes. Learn post to post measurement, add 150–600 mm turn margin, and check council setback rules.
From $200/m: Vertical Slat Fence Choices for Australian Homes
A practical guide for Australian homeowners on vertical slat fences: choose material, set gap ratios, meet AS 1926.1 pool rules, and compare $200–$500/m...
Pro Installer Checks for Telescopic Sliding Gates in Australia
Pro installer advice to fit telescopic sliding gates on tight Australian driveways: run back checks, correct motor sizing, safety requirements, and...
Photo Ready Gate Lighting Ideas: 8 Durable, Easy Upgrades
Eight practical, photo ready gate lighting ideas homeowners can copy, with durable fixtures, tips, and Gatecon's design first advice.
Avoid Costly Rework: Installer Rules for Gate Keypad Height and Finish
Installer advice for gate keypad height: when to set 42, 48 or 54 inches, pedestrian and wheelchair mounts, and mounting tips to avoid rework.
Avoid Rework on Luxury Driveway Gate Designs in Australia
Gatecon's designer led, architecture aware approach to luxury driveway gate designs in Australia. See CAD templates before fabrication, specify motors and...
Keep Privacy Within 1m: Front Fence Designs for Australian Homes
Privacy front fence designs that meet one meter front yard rules while keeping curb appeal. Compare material tradeoffs, permit-aware solutions, and when...
Driveway Gates: Powder Coat vs Paint, Insist on AAMA Specs
For driveway gates, powder coat usually lasts 15 to 20 years versus paint's 5 to 7. Insist on pretreatment, an AAMA 2604/2605 data sheet, and a written...
On Slopes Over 15°: Stepped Fence Methods Contractors Use in Australia
Measure the drop, set full-length posts, cut to a level line, and finish gaps the contractor way. Australia-focused advice on materials, drainage, and...