Until recent years, wood was one of the most popular materials on the market for gates and fences. It is well known for its beautiful classic design and can be found on countless properties across the United States, but this material has a few major downsides that caused the industry to evolve.
Wood gates are vulnerable to weather, they naturally absorb water and over time will begin to rot. This means that anytime it gets wet, whether it be rain, snow, or a sprinkler, it is losing its strength and durability. This is especially an issue in high humidity areas, where the gate is constantly absorbing water from the air.
There are steps that can be taken to try to prevent this, but it requires careful attention during the fabrication process and throughout the entire time it is installed on your property. This means you will regularly have to either do the maintenance yourself every year or hire someone to do it. Due to these major downfalls, Aluminum gates have become much more popular for those looking for a low maintenance solution.
There are many benefits to choosing aluminum over wood, among those are its strength, durability, and beauty. Aluminum is naturally weather resistant, so there’s no need to regularly recoat it, all it needs is an occasion hose down and it will remain strong and beautiful for years to come.
It can be customized and designed to match any look, even wood, so you can have the classic style without sacrificing anything. Another plus of its ability to be customized is that you are not limited by any standard style. You can truly design something to match your home and you dream property.
Another important factor of any gates and fences project, even with aluminum, is using a company that is experienced and has you best interest at heart. When steps are skipped during the fabrication or installation process it can cause many issues for you down the road. When searching for the perfect company, make sure look at their previous work, schedule a time to view their products in person, and do your research.
Mulholland Brand is an industry leader when it comes to aluminum products. They focus on offering the highest-quality products, and take extra steps during the fabrication process to ensure your products is heavy duty and durable for many years to come. They offer a wide ranges of gates, fences, pergolas, and railing, all of which can be designed and customized to your exact vision. Contact them today to setup a time to tour their factory and showroom, to learn more about their products.
