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Sliding Wood Iron Driveway Gate in Houston, TX
A horizontal sliding gate with a black iron frame and wood slat infill — the wide-format driveway gate solution for Houston properties where swing clearance is not available.
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Overview
About the Sliding Wood Iron Gate
A sliding wood iron driveway gate combines an iron structural frame and wood infill panels with a horizontal slide-open mechanism. The gate rolls on a bottom track (or cantilever arm) parallel to the fence line, requiring no swing arc clearance. This makes it ideal for Houston driveways on slopes, urban lots with tight street clearance, or properties with fences close to the street where swing gates would conflict with sidewalks or traffic.
Sliding wood iron gates can span very wide openings — 12, 16, or 20+ feet — in a single panel that slides entirely clear of the opening when open. The iron frame supports the substantial panel weight without deflection. Wood infill provides the aesthetic warmth and visual privacy that a plain iron sliding gate lacks. Solar automation is the preferred power option for sliding gates because trenching is eliminated.
Materials & Construction
Iron frame: 2-inch square tube with horizontal mid-rails and vertical pickets as infill attachment points. Wood infill: 1×4 cedar horizontal planks, sealed. Gate rides on V-groove steel wheels on a flat bottom track (or upper arm cantilever system for cleaner appearance). Gate operator: LiftMaster or equivalent rack-and-pinion. Solar option available.
All Mustang Fencing wood and iron hybrid gates are fabricated in our Houston shop. Iron frames and posts are powder-coated black, dark bronze, or custom colors. Wood infill uses kiln-dried cedar or treated pine, sealed or stained to match. Posts are 4-inch schedule 40 steel set in 42-inch concrete footings. We offer manual, keypad, and solar-powered automated options.
Key Features
No Swing Needed
The sliding gate opens parallel to the fence — zero swing arc required. Perfect for Houston driveways where a swing gate would conflict with a slope, wall, or sidewalk.
Wide Span Capable
Single sliding panels can span 16-20+ feet in one continuous panel — no center post obstruction and no two-panel timing coordination required for automation.
Solar Compatible
Sliding iron wood gates pair especially well with solar automation — eliminating the trenching cost that represents a significant portion of automated gate installation budgets.
Dual Material Durability
The iron frame provides structural rigidity that outlasts wood-only gates. The wood infill is replaceable — the gate's structure remains sound while the wood panels can be refreshed at any time.
Automation Ready
Compatible with LiftMaster, Mighty Mule, and solar-powered operators. Keypad, remote, and app access control available. The iron frame structure supports automation without modification.
Free Estimates
Written estimates within 24-48 hours. 18-month no-interest financing available. We handle all permits on your behalf.
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Pricing in Houston, TX
Sliding wood iron driveway gates in Houston typically range from $3,200 to $9,000 installed, including automation. Free written estimates within 24-48 hours. 18-month no-interest financing available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How wide can a single sliding wood iron gate panel be?
Single sliding panel gates are practical up to 20-24 feet. Beyond that width, a bi-parting (two-panel) sliding system opening from center is recommended to manage panel weight.
What track system is used for sliding wood iron gates?
Standard residential installations use a bottom V-groove track with twin guide rollers. For a cleaner appearance with no ground track, a cantilever arm system (bottom-mounted counterweight) is available — at higher cost.
What does a sliding wood iron driveway gate cost in Houston?
Sliding wood iron driveway gates in Houston typically range from $3,200 to $9,000 installed, depending on gate width, height, track system, and automation.
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