BUILDING A MODERN GATE FOR OUR 8 ACRE OFF GRID JUNGLE PROPERTY!
31 March 2024 · 30 min · 280K views
What this video covers
Matt and Kristen construct a custom wooden front gate for their off-grid property, utilizing heavy-duty metal hinges designed to prevent sagging.1:34 The project involves measuring the total opening width, dividing by two, and subtracting one inch to determine the final horizontal frame dimensions of 67.5 inches.2:42 Because the existing block wall is approximately a half-inch out of plumb, the gate initially appears to sag, though the hinges support the 250-pound structure.6:13 The pair uses a shadow-box technique to panel both sides of the gate, concealing all fasteners for a clean aesthetic.23:33 After an initial measurement error results in a botched cut, they raise the gate height by one to two inches to provide clearance for gravel and prevent debris from interfering with future automatic hardware.18:07 The build concludes with gluing and clamping the panels to ensure structural rigidity.23:18 A second chance at cutting the frame allows for a precise fit, demonstrating that careful planning and proper guides are essential for complex, heavy-duty gate construction.21:52
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