Welcome to the Iron Guys Horizontal Ironworks Gallery
Today, we would like to talk a little about horizontal ironwork, the different materials and designs available, and how the right combination can completely change the appearance, security, and character of your property.
When people think about a gate or fence, they sometimes think only about closing an opening or creating a barrier.
We look at it differently.
Your front gate, driveway gate, pedestrian entrance, and fencing are some of the first things people see when they arrive at your property. They can make an ordinary entrance look modern and sophisticated, provide additional privacy and security, and give the entire property a more finished and valuable appearance.
Good ironwork should do more than protect your property. It should become part of its architecture.
That is what we want you to see as you explore our Horizontal Ironworks Gallery.
Different Materials, Shapes and Designs — One Property That Is Uniquely Yours
One of the advantages of custom horizontal ironwork is that we are not limited to one material, one size, or one design.
There is an enormous variety of combinations we can work with.
We can use different sizes and shapes of steel tubing, rectangular tubing, square tubing, flat bar, solid steel, sheet metal, perforated materials, expanded metal, aluminum, wood accents, and other materials depending on the particular design and application.
The horizontal sections themselves can be narrow, wide, evenly spaced, separated by different gaps, combined in different patterns, or arranged to provide more privacy in certain areas.
And this is where custom fabrication becomes interesting.
We can work together to create something that belongs to your property instead of simply installing another generic fence or gate.
You may already have an idea.
You may have seen a photograph of a gate you like.
Maybe you prefer a very clean contemporary design with straight horizontal lines. Maybe you want something heavier and more private. Or perhaps you want to combine modern horizontal steel with wood, glass, masonry, stone, or other architectural elements already present in your home.
Bring us the idea.
From there, we can look at your entrance, your architecture, the dimensions, the level of privacy you want, and the security requirements of the property and begin developing the right design.
More Than Appearance — Security Is Part of the Design
A beautiful gate should not make you sacrifice security.
Horizontal iron gates and fencing can create a strong physical boundary around a residential or commercial property while maintaining a clean architectural appearance.
The size of the steel, spacing between sections, height of the gate or fence, frame construction, posts, hinges, rollers, locks, and other hardware all matter.
For driveway gates, the construction becomes even more important when an automatic gate operator will be installed.
A gate that looks beautiful but is poorly fabricated, excessively heavy, incorrectly balanced, or badly aligned can eventually create unnecessary stress on the automatic gate system.
That is why we think about appearance, fabrication, security, movement, and automation as one complete project.
Privacy Without Making Your Property Look Like a Fortress
Security does not mean your home has to look industrial or uninviting.
This is one of the reasons horizontal designs have become so popular throughout Los Angeles.
By changing the width and spacing of the horizontal material, we can create different levels of visibility and privacy.
Some homeowners want airflow and an open feeling while still establishing a secure perimeter.
Others want considerably more privacy from the street.
And some want almost complete visual coverage while maintaining a sophisticated modern appearance.
The design can be adjusted around the way you actually live.
That is the advantage of custom work.
A Touch of Class That Can Transform the Entrance
There is something very different about arriving at a property with a well-designed entrance.
The gate becomes part of the first impression.
Clean horizontal lines can complement modern and contemporary architecture especially well, but the design does not have to be limited to one architectural style.
The proportions, materials, finish, colors, columns, walls, landscaping, lighting, and surrounding architecture can all influence the final design.
Sometimes a relatively simple horizontal gate is exactly what a property needs.
Other times, combining materials and adding carefully selected details can turn the entrance into a true architectural feature.
The goal is not to make the gate complicated. The goal is to make it look like it was always meant to be part of that property.
Your Gate Can Be Beautiful and Automatic
A horizontal driveway gate can also be integrated with an automatic gate system.
Depending on the property and available space, the entrance may use a sliding gate, swing gate, or another appropriate configuration.
Automatic access can then be combined with remote controls, keypads, telephone entry, intercom systems, cellular access controls, safety devices, and other technology.
Imagine arriving home and opening a beautifully designed custom gate without leaving your vehicle.
Or being away from the property and allowing an authorized visitor or service person to enter through an integrated access-control system.
The gate provides the physical security.
The access-control equipment gives you control over who gets through it.
Residential and Commercial Horizontal Ironwork
Horizontal ironwork is not limited to luxury homes.
These designs can work extremely well for apartment buildings, multi-unit properties, commercial buildings, offices, warehouses, modern developments, and other properties throughout the Los Angeles area.
For an apartment property, a new entrance can improve security while helping modernize an older building.
For a commercial property, horizontal fencing can create a professional perimeter without making the business look like an industrial compound.
For a homeowner, it can provide privacy, security, and an architectural upgrade all at the same time.
Every property has a different purpose, which is why we don’t believe every customer should receive the same design.
An Investment You See Every Day
When you improve the entrance of your property, you are improving something you and everyone who visits will see every day.
A properly designed custom gate or fence can enhance curb appeal, improve security, provide privacy, and contribute to the overall desirability and perceived value of the property.
But there is another part that is difficult to put into numbers.
It is the feeling you get when you arrive home and see an entrance that truly belongs to your property.
Something strong.
Something clean.
Something with a touch of class.
And something that was designed specifically for you instead of selected from a catalog.
Explore the Iron Guys Horizontal Ironworks Gallery
As you look through our gallery, don’t think that you have to choose one of these projects exactly as you see it.
Use them for ideas.
You may like the horizontal spacing from one gate, the frame from another, the privacy of another design, or the combination of materials from a completely different project.
That is where we can begin.
We can take different ideas, materials, shapes, proportions, colors, and architectural details and work together to develop something beautiful for your property.
Whether you are considering a horizontal iron gate, modern driveway gate, pedestrian gate, privacy fence, automatic gate, or custom horizontal iron fencing in Los Angeles, Iron Guys can help you explore the possibilities.
Take your time looking through the gallery.
Look at the different lines, materials, spacing, finishes, and combinations.
And when something catches your attention, show it to us.
From there, we can start creating something of your own.
With over 40 years of experience in the Los Angeles area, we understand the local architecture and security needs of Santa Monica properties. Every project is built to order in our local shop, ensuring the highest quality and a perfect fit.
