6 Care Tips for Your Iron Gate or Fence

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Whether it is at home or working place, gates play an indispensable role and keeping them in pristine condition is imperative because they are the first thing people see when they get into your premises. The gate adds aesthetic value to your property but you need to keep it looking awesome. This means you should carry out regular maintenance on your fences and gates. To achieve this, you should keep the following points in mind:

1. Take protective measures

Iron gates and fences can easily rust in the presence of various weather elements like humidity and rain. While this may not be a huge problem in certain states, it is still wise to take the initiative and avert damage. To keep off rust, you can apply a coat of wax to the gate thus protecting it. The other option is to cover the gate with a tarp when there's a rainstorm. If the iron fence is close to a pool, the chances of rust developing on it are high. Therefore, you need to apply a protective sealant; you can easily buy it from the nearest hardware store.

2. Painting:

To further protect your gate or fence from damage, you should paint it. This is because paint often creates a certain barrier between the air and iron. This reduces oxidation (the reaction between the iron and moisture) and hence decreases the possibility of rust developing. Additionally, a fresh paint coat will certainly make your gates and fences more attractive.

3. Cleaning

Using a mixture of dish detergent and warm water, you can clean up the dirty iron gates and fences. After washing away rust and dirt spots (you can use the toothbrush to clean the hard-to-reach places), use water to rinse off the fencing. Allow the fencing to dry completely. A clean fencing will not only look great but it will also help you to identify potential problems with ease.

4. Regular inspection

Regularly inspect your iron fences and gates to spot any places that require repair. During inspection, look out for any signs of cracks, rust, loose fittings, and other forms of damage. For already painted fences, find out whether the paint has chips and then take the necessary steps to fix any damage that you will find. For complex problems, you may hire an expert to fix them.

5. Repair the rusty spots

If the fence has small rusty sections, you can take some measures to reduce the damage. For example, use steel wool or sandpaper to eliminate the dust and then apply wax to stop the corrosion. However, if the fence has major rust, you may contact a company specializing in fixing iron fences.

6. Adjust the bent parts

An accident can easily bend a section of your iron fence. This is something you can fix if you have time. Using a blowtorch, you can heat up the bent sections on your fence or gate and hammer them back into position. Always be careful when handling tools. If the damage on your gate is severe, you can call a reliable fence repair company to fix it.


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