Our Range

I design, build and install custom timber gates from my factory at Factory 3, 2 Sovereign Drive, Hastings. I make them for homes across the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and Melbourne's south-east. Indicative design prices run from about A$3,600 to about A$5,850, depending on design and configuration. Text or call me, Sam, on 0418 170 729 to book an on-site consultation.

Each design below shows its own price range. Here they are side by side, from the simplest to the most detailed. These are indicative ranges. Your final price is based on your specification.

• Tubbarubba: A$3,600 to A$4,680

• Moonah: A$3,600 to A$4,680

• Fingal: A$3,800 to A$4,940

• No 16: A$4,100 to A$5,330

• Koonya: A$4,200 to A$5,460

• Marandoo: A$4,300 to A$5,590

• Flinders: A$4,500 to A$5,850

• One Chain: A$4,500 to A$5,850

What changes the final price of a custom timber gate?

The final price depends on size, design, timber selection, framing, site requirements, installation and automation. The ranges above are a starting point for each design. I then quote against the exact gate you want.

Size matters most because a wider opening needs more timber and more bracing (the inset pieces that stop a gate sagging). A more detailed design takes longer to make. Some designs cannot be built safely in solid timber alone. For those, I make a custom steel frame that sits discreetly behind the gate, and that adds to the cost.

The site plays a part too. On my visit I look at the opening, the slope and ground conditions, and the access. Automation is another cost if you want a motor fitted. I give you one quote for the gate as specified, so you can see what you are paying for before I start.

What timber do I use, and why does it last?

I use quality Australian timber, and I build every gate around why timber gates fail. One of my earliest jobs was replacing a set of Hamptons-style gates in Mount Eliza. They were hardwood, only about ten years old, and had badly deteriorated.

As I pulled them apart, I found the traditional joints had trapped water and rotted. That job shaped how I work. I design the bracing into the gate so the joints are pushed together, not twisted. Where a design needs more support than solid timber can give, I add a discreet steel frame.

Protection is the other half. Every cut surface is treated against rot. The gate is then primed and finished with at least two coats of quality exterior paint. If you would rather paint it yourself, I still treat and prime it before delivery. Timber outdoors still needs care, and about every eight to ten years it will need a repaint.

Can you build to my own design or a photo?

Yes. You can bring your own design or a photo, choose one of my designs above, or work with me on something new. Every gate is made for the specific property, so nothing is off the shelf.

It starts with an on-site consultation. I look at the opening, the slope, the access, the style of the house and how you will use the gate. We then talk through the gate style, timber, size, whether it swings or slides, and whether you want automation.

Before I quote, I check the design for weight, span and bracing. If a photo shows a gate that would sag in solid timber, I tell you and suggest a steel frame behind it.

I also make fence-matching gates, so a new gate can sit in line with your existing fencing. Past jobs include Blackbutt rural gates, an Ironbark gate for a beach house and the Polperro Winery project, all in my gallery.

Do you make sliding gates as well as swing gates?

Yes. I make both swing gates and sliding gates in timber, for driveways, entrances and side access. Which one suits depends on your driveway, and I work that out on site.

A swing gate opens on hinges, so it needs clear space for the leaves to open. A sliding gate runs across the opening, so it needs room along the fence line beside the gate. The slope of the driveway, the ground conditions and how you use the entrance all point one way or the other.

Both can be made in any of my designs or your own. Both can also carry a steel frame where the size or design calls for it. That frame gives solid attachment points for hinges and automation motors, and it is generally powder coated (a baked-on finish) to blend in. Sliding and swing gates can both be automated. I also have a page about sliding gates in Mount Martha.

How long does it take from enquiry to an installed gate?

Once the design is agreed, manufacturing typically takes around 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the design. Installation typically takes 1 to 2 days, depending on complexity and site conditions.

The steps are simple. You text or call me on 0418 170 729, ideally with photos of the site and any design ideas. I visit to measure and look at the site. We agree the design, and I assess the structure and send a custom quote. I build the gate at my factory in Hastings.

Before it leaves the factory, every cut surface is treated, and the gate is primed and painted. I then install it. If you want automation, motors and safety systems go in at that stage. You deal with me from the first visit to the final adjustment, not a salesperson and a subcontractor. Afterwards I can come back for alignment, damage repairs and servicing.

Can you automate my gate with a FAAC system?

Yes. I supply, install and service gate automation, including FAAC systems. That way the gate and the motor come from one supplier, and you have one person to call.

Automation works on both swing and sliding gates. On a timber gate with a steel frame, the frame gives the motor a strong attachment point. Electrical work is carried out by appropriately qualified professionals where required under Victorian regulations.

Electric gate motors need regular servicing. Gates should also be checked for damage, swing and alignment. I service the automation I install, and I can look at alignment and maintenance on your gate after installation. The cost of automation depends on the gate and the system, so I include it in your quote. My gate automation page explains more.

Questions people ask me about custom timber gates

Do you cover my suburb?

Most likely, yes. I work across Mornington, Hastings, Mount Eliza, Mount Martha, Frankston, Somers, Rye, Flinders, Sorrento, Red Hill and Melbourne's south-east. My factory in Hastings is my only location.

Is there a warranty?

Warranty follows the written terms provided with your specific gate, materials, hardware and automation system. There is no blanket lifetime promise, because each part carries its own terms.

Will my timber gate sag?

A gate sags when its bracing is wrong or its joints are left to twist. I design the bracing into every gate and add a steel frame where solid timber is not enough.

Are you insured?

Yes. I maintain appropriate business insurance for the work I do.

I have hands-on experience in custom timber gate design and construction since 2020. To start your custom timber gate, text or call me on 0418 170 729. My hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. You can also send photos through my contact page, or read more about me and my custom timber gates.

Reviewed by Sam, owner of Coastal Timber Gates, with hands-on experience in custom timber gate design, construction, installation and long-term timber protection.

Sam

Flinders

Its strength is derived from the cumulative effect of the small bracing elements. In testing, a single angled element was sufficient to support the weight of the gate. Light filtering through this gate may give the impression of two giant feathers.