Timber Gates for Sloped Driveways: What Irish Homeowners Need to Know

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Sloped Driveway? You Can Still Have a Perfect Timber Gate

Not every driveway is perfectly level — especially in rural areas, older homes, or properties built on hilly ground. That doesn’t mean you have to settle for a poorly fitted gate. With the right design and installation, a custom timber gate can be built to work beautifully on a slope.

At Grogan Timber Products, we regularly craft timber gates for sloped or uneven driveways across Ireland — offering solutions that balance strength, security, and style.

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Why Timber Is the Best Choice for Sloped Entrances

Unlike some off-the-shelf or pre-fabricated materials, timber gates can be shaped and hung to suit the exact gradient of your driveway. Here’s why timber excels:

• Customisable to your exact slope angle

• Strong enough to span uneven gaps

• Stylish and natural-looking for any home

• Available in single or double-leaf formats for flexibility

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Timber Gate Solutions for Sloped Entrances

1. Timber Side Entrance Gates

Perfect for narrow side access where the ground drops slightly. We adjust:

• Gate height to follow the slope

• Latch positioning for clean closure

• Hinges to swing freely without dragging

All while keeping your gate solid, private, and secure.

2. Timber Driveway Gates (Double Gate Setup)

For wider entrances, a double-leaf gate is often the best solution. On a slope, we can:

• Fix one side in place with a drop bolt

• Leave the other side operable with enough clearance to open fully

This setup is strong, symmetrical, and ideal for homes with vehicle access.

3. Custom Bottom Edge Cuts

In cases of steep slopes, we can shape the bottom edge of the gate to match the angle of the ground — giving you better fit and clearance without leaving large gaps.

This is especially helpful when you want a neat finish without needing to raise the whole gate.

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Key Things to Consider Before You Order

• Which direction the gate will swing (in or out)

• Where water runs during rain — important for rot prevention

• Post height on both sides — taller posts may be needed on one end

• Locking or drop bolts — to anchor the lower side of the gate

Our team will guide you through these factors and advise on the best setup for your slope.

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Built for Irish Weather — and Irish Terrain

Whether you’re dealing with a slight incline or a steep gradient, we’ll make sure your gate is:

• Made from pressure-treated Irish timber

• Fitted with galvanised hardware

• Designed to last through wet winters, heavy winds, and uneven ground movement

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Need a Timber Gate for a Sloped Entrance?

We’ve fitted gates on everything from farm lane entrances to tight, modern driveways. Tell us what your layout is — and we’ll build something that works, lasts, and looks fantastic.

👉 Contact Grogan Timber Products today for a custom quote.🪵

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Grogan Timber Products — Irish Made. Gradient Ready. Built to Last.