If you want a wrought iron gate or fence in Adelaide it’s important to understand the difference between a genuine wrought iron product that will last a lifetime and a cheap and inferior product which will never look the same or last as long. The more Farmweld’s reputation grows, the more we hear about “fake wrought iron”. A large percentage of Adelaide fencing businesses advertise wrought iron gates when in fact all they supply are thin tubular steel panels adorned with cast aluminium spears. It’s surprising how few people recognise the difference between genuine wrought iron gates & fence panels and these cheaper tubular products labelled as ‘wrought iron’.
Large wrought iron gates grace the entrance to this Adelaide Hills property
Traditionally hand forged courtyard gate designed by Tricia Hood
8 Reasons why wrought iron offers better value & quality
Farmweld makes genuine wrought iron gates and fence panels in our workshop in the Adelaide Hills, with each made from solid steel. True wrought iron gates have the following qualities:
- Wrought iron gates are very heavy and last decades even if neglected.
- Wrought iron scrolls, are hand made to fit each individual gate.
- You are not limited to any particular design. The options available are endless.
- The lines of a well designed gate will flow smoothly and look balanced. It is very difficult to get this look using pre-fabricated products.
- Depending on the style, spears are either hand forged or made from cast steel and securely welded to the bar.
- Bars are evenly spaced from one end to the other.
- Minor hammer marks add to the handcrafted look, which is so synonymous with wrought iron gates & fencing.
- Wrought iron gates & fence panels are made to any height or width. You are not limited to any particular size.
Forming the scrolls for the top of the wrought iron gate, to match the centrepiece
Hand forged wrought iron scrolls have minor variations. Each scroll is checked to ensure consistency in size and shape.
Scrolls for a gate top are laid out before welding.
A customer’s art deco piece inspired the design for this Hand forged courtyard gate.
Why not just buy a tubular fence or gate?
Inferior tubular products use mass-produced aluminium spears that are inserted into thin tubing. These are easily removed and vandalised. Most tubular fences use pre-manufactured rings and scrolls of inferior quality, from Asia. They are welded on ad hoc so they look tacked on. Fixed size components are used so the bars are spaced to fit them. Depending on the length of the gate or fence panel, unsightly gaps are left at either end or you’re stuck with a standard sized panel or gate. Cheaper tubular fencing does not look as good, or last as long as true wrought iron. Therefore, it needs regular maintenance and is often replaced within 10 years.
If you want a wrought iron gate to grace the entrance of your home, contact Farmweld today. A design service is available to create a gate unique to you. Once you decide on a design, a site visit will be arranged for our Adelaide customers. Let us help make your dreams a reality.
HI
I am looking a having a wrought iron gate and fence made and was looking for a basic price (rough idea). the gate will need to be 1m wide and the fence is .5m widenot fussed if it is a double gate. I just want a basic design
any help would be appreciated
Hi Lina, I’ve sent you a couple emails but haven’t heard back from you. Not sure if it’s the work spam filter? Please send me an email at [email protected] Thanks, Tricia.