how to fix wood gate to iron gate

[howardino]

Hi,

I'm struggling to find out what type of screws or the best method of fixing a wooden gate to an existing iron gate frame.

Currently we have an iron gate (side gate), to make it less easy to climb over, I'd like to put a wooden gate on the front of it (just one you get ready made from wickes/homebase).

From what I can gather on the internet, do I need a self-tapping screw? and do these need any special drills/driver bits - I currently own just a standard drill.

Thank you for your help.

 

[alan333]

If you use self tapping screws the pointy end will be sticking through the other side and could injure someone. I'd use small bolts and nuts with washers. A standard drill with good sharp metal bits should drill it unless it's really thick.