Keep Your Property Safe and Private with Sliding Composite Gates
When it comes to protecting your home or business, gates matter more than most people think. A secure boundary not only deters intruders but also gives you peace of mind. At Cheshire Composite Gates, we’ve worked with homeowners and business owners who want both privacy and protection, without sacrificing appearance. That’s why we bring them stylish, strong, and practical sliding composite gates.
Composite gates are a brilliant match for today’s needs: they combine tough materials with sleek finishes to look good and last for years. Whether you’re looking to increase the security of your property or simply want to stop passers-by from seeing into your space, sliding composite gates can do the job reliably.
What Makes Composite Gates Different?
You might be wondering what exactly a composite gate is. Composite is a mix of recycled wood fibres and high-quality plastic. This combination creates a material that’s strong, weather-resistant, and durable, perfect for items that live outdoors all year.
Sliding composite gates have gained popularity over the last few years. While traditional wooden gates often rot, warp, or fade, composite gates stand firm in all weather. They don’t need paint or varnish over time, which cuts down on maintenance. That’s a game-changer for many families and businesses.
We design all our composite gates to perform well while looking professional. Unlike regular wooden or metal gates, you won’t find these rusting or growing mould over time. Every part of the gate is built to keep working and looking smart for the long term.
Why Choose Sliding Composite Gates?
We often recommend sliding composite gates for properties where space is limited or driveways are on a slope. These gates glide open sideways rather than swinging outwards, which saves room. That makes them ideal for modern homes, urban driveways, and commercial sites.
Here are just a few reasons people pick our sliding composite gates:
- Great Design: They look clean, neat, and modern.
- Easy to Use: They glide along a smooth track or can be fitted with an electric opener.
- Strong Materials: Our composite boards won’t bend, split, or sag like timber.
- Low Maintenance: A simple clean now and again keeps the gate looking good.
- Privacy Guaranteed: No gaps means no nosy neighbours.
Because they slide rather than swing, these gates work brilliantly in places with limited turning room for vehicles. Whether on a domestic driveway or outside a business car park, they open quickly and close tightly for full protection.
Built for the British Weather
Living in the UK, we all know how wet and windy things can get. That’s where our gates really prove their strength. The composite boards are waterproof and UV-resistant, which means they won’t soak up water or fade in the sun.
We build each gate with a strong aluminium frame too. This metal doesn’t rust, even when it’s soaked in rain year after year. That’s something traditional metal gates struggle with.
People are often surprised at how solid these gates feel. They’re not flimsy or hollow. When the wind picks up, they stay closed and silent, no rattling or shaking. You can count on them to hold up in all seasons.
Stylish Yet Secure
Looks matter when it comes to your entrance. That’s why we offer composite gates in a range of finishes and colours. Some people go for a dark grey wood effect, which feels modern and matches many homes. Others prefer natural tones, which blend in nicely with gardens or brickwork.
No matter which finish you choose, the gate keeps its colour and shape with hardly any effort on your part.
Let’s not forget about security. A solid composite sliding gate is hard to penetrate. Unlike wooden slats or wire fencing, there are no obvious weak points. If you’re adding an electric opener or magnetic lock, it gets even tougher for anyone to open from the outside.
To find out more about how our gates can meet both your style and security needs, take a look through the options at Cheshire Composite Gates.
Where These Gates Work Best
We’ve fitted sliding composite gates in lots of different locations. Some customers live in busy residential areas and want full privacy. Others own country properties and want a smart-looking entrance to welcome guests. Then there are shops, warehouses and garages that need tough gates to keep tools, stock or vehicles safe.
Here are some ideal places for these gates:
- Domestic driveways
- Rural private roads
- Commercial loading bays
- Car parks and garages
- Side or rear entrances at business units
In places with heavy use or regular traffic, these gates go the distance. You won’t need to replace them after a few winters or hire someone to fix them every few months. They’re built for daily use and long-term reliability.
Low-Maintenance Living
One of the biggest reasons people love composite gates is how little looking after they need. Wood gates need regular sanding, painting, or staining to stop them from going grey and flaky. But composite doors only need a wash to keep clean.
We suggest giving them a wipe with warm, soapy water every few months. That’s all it takes to stop dust, leaves or bird mess from making a mess of the surface.
Because there’s no flaking or warping, the gate keeps working properly over time. You won’t wake up one morning to find the gate stuck part open or hanging off its hinges like old timber gates sometimes do.
And since all our sliding gates are made from non-rusting aluminium and solid composite boards, there’s almost nothing to go wrong or break.
How They’re Installed
We take care of the whole fitting process ourselves, from measuring up to checking the final alignment. Every gate is custom-built, so it fits your space perfectly. We even include all the tracks, rollers and supports needed to make sure the sliding system works smoothly.
If you’d like to automate the gate, we can also add motors and remote controls. That means no more getting out of your car to close up in the rain. You press a button and watch the gate glide shut.
If you already have a post or wall that you want us to fit to, no problem. We’ll take a look and let you know what’s possible. We’ve installed gates onto brick posts, rendered walls, metal poles, and concrete tracks.
To browse more styles, materials or fitting advice, visit our main sliding composite gates section.
FAsked Questions
Do sliding composite gates need a power supply?
Not always. Manual gates are easier to fit and cost a bit less. But if you’re planning to add electric openers, a nearby power source makes things smooth and fast.
Can I choose the height of the gate?
Yes, we can build gates taller or shorter based on your needs. Common heights are 1.8m and 2m, which gives good privacy.
What if my driveway isn’t flat?
No problem. Sliding gates often work better than swing gates on sloped driveways. We base the track on the flattest part, and plan your gate to match.
How long does the installation take?
We usually complete most installs within one or two days, depending on size and access. We’ll talk you through the schedule before we book in.
Do I need planning permission?
In most cases, no. If you live in a conservation area, near a public road, or want a tall gate (over 2m), it’s worth checking with your council first.
Smart, Secure Sliding Gates Built Around You
Our sliding composite gates offer strong protection and full privacy while still looking smart. At Cheshire Composite Gates, we build everything to last using solid materials and hardware you can count on. Whether you’re shielding a driveway, controlling access to your business, or just want a gate that doesn’t need constant fixing, we’ll help find a match that suits your space and style.
If you’d like to talk through some ideas or see what’s possible, head over to Cheshire Composite Gates and get in touch. Let’s make your entrance safer, smarter and stronger with a gate built for your life.
