Instructions / Assembly

 Pedestrian gates are up to 4’ wide and up to 7’ tall.
 Gate and posts should be aligned as needed to ac-
commodate hinges and / or latching mechanisms.
Refer to appropriate installation instructions and / or
design documents prior to beginning installation.
 Pressure treated posts are recommended for sub-
grade post installation.
POST INSTALLATION
Install posts before gate and hinges are installed.
1) Post size for pedestrian gates: 4x6 minimum; 6x6
preferred (actual dimensions: 3.5” x 5.5” and 5.5” x
5.5”). If using a 4x6 post, the 5.5” face must be in line
with the gate (if looking at the gate in the closed posi-
tion, you will see the 5.5” face). See Fig A. If your
gate is 4’ - 5’ wide and 4’ - 7’ tall, use a 6x6 post,
minimum.
2) Footing Depth for Post: the footing should be equal
to the greater
of A or B.
A: 1/2 of exposed post height.
If exposed post height
is 72”, A = 36”. Minimum 20”.
B: Local Frost line +2”
(the local frost line can be
found by contacting your local building department).
3) Hole diameter: 14” minimum; 16” preferred, for 4x6
or 6x6 post. See Fig B.
4) Footing: set post in a concrete footing over a 3” thick
bed of gravel to allow for drainage and inhibit rotting
of wood post. See Fig B.
5) Posts must be plumb. If you have ordered a gate
from us, refer to your approved design documents for
the appropriate post-to-post (opening) distance.
Depth = greater of:
1/2 exposed height or
Frost Line + 2”.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please review ALL diagrams and instructions in full prior to beginning installation.
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Gate in closed position,
5.5” face of post aligned
with face of gate.
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