Designed with coastal living in mind.

Aluminium avoids the iron rust associated with steel, which can make it attractive for coastal projects. It can still corrode, and a coating does not make damaged edges or incompatible joints irrelevant.

The material needs to work with the span, frame design and movement. An aluminium leaf is not automatically the right answer for every opening, just as a steel leaf is not automatically unsuitable near the bay.

A design may call for the stiffness or section arrangement offered by steel. The question then is which preparation, protection and maintenance system is appropriate for that site. Ask for the proposed specification rather than assuming powder coating alone resolves all corrosion risks.

Our fabricated gates and panels are powder coated at our Dandenong workshop. Preparation, product selection and application all matter. For an exposed site, the chosen system and any warranty conditions should be discussed before the colour is finalised.

Follow the care instructions for the coating and hardware used on your job. Cleaning needs can vary with exposure, and sheltered areas may retain deposits. Avoid abrasive or unapproved cleaning methods and seek advice when damage is noticed.

Ask what the written warranty covers, which exclusions or care conditions apply, and whether different components have separate terms. We do not describe a coastal gate as corrosion-proof or assume a standard warranty covers every exposure.

For your Beaumaris address, confirm any relevant fence, planning and vegetation controls with Bayside City Council. A tree near proposed post holes or a design overlay can affect the project as well as fence height.

This is general information. Requirements and site conditions need to be checked for the individual property before work proceeds.