I need to fix a 4x4 post to the side of my house. This will hold a timber gate which will be approx 1.8m Tall by 1.1m Wide. Planning on making frame out of 4x2 with a diagonal brace and then will have vertical fence boards. So I am guessing it will be heavy enough.
Whats best fixings to use for the post? I was going to use Thunderbolts, but now I am worried that it will not work with the weight of the gate pulling on the thunderbolts?
Also should I be leaving a gap at bottom of post so its not touching ground or should I just place on ground?? Tarmac will be below it.
Finally what sort of hinges would you recommend for this gate?
Thanks
Whats best fixings to use for the post? I was going to use Thunderbolts, but now I am worried that it will not work with the weight of the gate pulling on the thunderbolts?
Also should I be leaving a gap at bottom of post so its not touching ground or should I just place on ground?? Tarmac will be below it.
Finally what sort of hinges would you recommend for this gate?
Thanks