Only subtract half an inch if you re making 1 gate.
Build a gate for deck stairs.
Procedure for building a simple gate.
I cut 4 2x4s to half the width of my opening.
How to build your own deck stair gate.
Start at the base of the stairs and use a tape measure to determine the desired width of your gate.
Nov 17 2013 how to build your own deck stair gate.
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Making the measurements for your deck gate requires you to anticipate a few things.
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In this quick and to the point video i show you how to build a deck gate.
Subtract one inch from this measurement to allow space for hinges and a latch.
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Total cost is under 50.
Simple easy to follow instructions if you can use a drill you can build this gate.
The top rail and each square foot of baluster area must be strong enough to support a force of 125 pounds.
The gate should open onto the deck not onto the stairs or the ground and be hung with strap hinges that can support its weight.
Here is how to build a deck gate in eight easy steps.
From this point forward all directions will be for 2 gates.
Since i was making 2 gates to fill my opening i took the width of the opening subtracted an inch for the hinges and a little breathing room and then divided by 2.
Subtract an inch to allow the gate to swing as well as making room for the hinges and latch.
Attach the hinges to the gate s top and bottom rail.