National Hardware V852 Anti-Sag Gate Kit

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The Gardenista editors provide a curated selection of product recommendations for your consideration. Use a Good Quality Sealant or Paint: If your gate is made of wood, use a high-quality sealant or paint to protect it from the elements. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. With the gate still clamped, install corner braces on the upper left and lower right corners of the gate.

Remove the screw, measure its length, then purchase screws of the same diameter but 1/2 inch longer.It's formulated to withstand the harshest weather conditions and stand up to the corrosive effects of pressure treated lumber. A turnbuckle is a metal tensioning device with two threaded bolts that draw together when turned with a wrench. This hardware is ideal for gates up to 6′ high and 4′ wide, forcing a distorted gate back into its proper square shape.

Secure each bracket to the gate by driving the metal fasteners from the kit into the pilot holes using your power driver.You’ve also learned preventive measures to keep your gate in top shape and answers to common questions about sagging gates. After checking the hinges and the post, you should be able to identify the root cause of the sagging. In this comprehensive guide about how to fix a sagging fence gate, we’ll walk you through the process of fixing your sagging fence gate. The definitive guide to stylish outdoor spaces, with garden tours, hardscape help, plant primers, and daily design news. You get comprehensive step-by-step instructions, which enable average homeowners to construct a professional-looking gate on their own.

If the screws are still viable (as in not stripped or rusty), then simply tighten the screws using a power driver to pull that sagging gate back into place. Understanding the root cause of your sagging fence gate is the first step towards a successful repair. Adjusting a sagging metal heavy gate can be challenging, but there are several ways to fix or reinforce it.

Specialty: Nuvo Iron anti sag kit works well with inward, outward, left or right gate configurations. The Adjust-A-Gate system comes with all the components needed to build a sturdy, reliable gate that will serve you for years to come. A simple remedy to this problem is to install an anti-sag kit and they make a perfectly good repair on small- to medium-size gates.

If the gate still sags, checking the gate hinges for rust or bending is another cost-effective solution. To install these, you don’t have to be skilled; you only require a hand drill to complete the installation process. Extend the turnbuckle to its maximum length by unscrewing both ends, then attach the hook end to the eyelet on the bracket you installed on the upper hinge side of the gate. The following video demonstrates how to install the Adjust-a-gate Steel Frame on your gate, plus potential problems you might run into and how to solve them.Depending on the type of gate you have, you may need some help holding it up while you remove the old hinges and install the new ones. The gate brace is manufactured from durable, tubular steel, and is powder-coated for years of reliability. We’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide, preventive measures to avoid future sagging, and answers to frequently asked questions.