Why Aluminium is the Smart Choice for Your Gate
Your gate cops it - standing outdoors in the hot sun and wet rain for years on end. It needs to be constructed from something tough, and you don’t get much tougher than aluminium.
Australians gravitate towards steel, timber and aluminium for their gates. At Top Screens, we’ve opted to work exclusively with aluminium for several reasons. We’re going to go over those today so you can see why an aluminium gate is the smart choice for the Brisbane climate.
Lightweight But Tough
The beauty of aluminium lies in its weight - it’s very light, without compromising on strength. This makes it easy to work with when installing your gate. Way easier than a steel gate, which would be about three times heavier. The clincher is that it’s just as tough as steel and will give you many years of use.
An aluminium gate won’t put extra stress on your hinges and gate motor either. This means they won’t be working as hard, so their working lifespan won’t be negatively affected. The aluminium will hold its shape well too - no twisting or rattling around.
Aluminium Gates Don’t Rust or Rot
If you live close to Moreton Bay or on the Gold or Sunshine Coast, rust and rot are constant factors in your life. Rust attacks steel quickly and it doesn’t take long for rot to set in on a timber gate - continuous maintenance is required to keep it at bay.
Aluminium is built differently - it doesn’t rust and naturally resists corrosion. It stands up to the salty air and gives you one less thing to worry about around the house.
At Top Screens, we can powder coat your aluminium products too, which gives them an extra layer of protection. The surface will stay smooth and sealed in the colour your choice - no relentless sanding, staining or painting.
Modern look, plenty of options
One reason aluminium gates are everywhere now is the clean, modern look. You can choose vertical, horizontal, louvred, or solid panels. They’re easily matched with your fence or building's colour schemes, thanks to the wide range of powder coating colours.
Every Top Screens gate is custom-made; you’re not stuck with standard sizes or designs. Want tighter slat gaps for privacy? Need a framed pedestrian gate to match your driveway entrance? Consider it done.
With aluminium, we can get you the look you want and the performance you need.
Aluminium is Easy to Work With
Aluminium is a favourite amongst tradies and DIYers as it’s easier to work with. If you’re tackling a gate project, it’s not going to be the backbreaking work of a steel gate. You can save on time and labour.
It’s also compatible with most gate hardware and automation systems. Whether you’re running a basic latch or a full motorised setup.
Good for the Planet
Aluminium is a very sustainable product. Because it’s recyclable, it can be used repeatedly without losing its quality.
It’s also tough and resilient, so it won’t require regular replacement. Less manufacturing means less waste, less energy, less transportation - all little things that add up and make a difference.
Contact Top Screens For Your Aluminium Gates
Top Screens make aluminium gates and other products right here in Brisbane. We work exclusively in aluminium and are huge advocates of the benefits of using it in your gates and fences.
If you’re a fencing contractor, installer or handyman, we’d love to hear from you. We manufacture our gates to your specs, and then you take care of the installation process. It’s a fast and affordable way to get the gate you need for your project!
Everything is made onsite at our Virginia warehouse, a convenient location where you can pick up the finished product. We can also deliver to inner-city Brisbane suburbs.
For made-to-measure aluminium gates, get in touch with Top Screens today.