Requesting a Gate Sample or Mockup Before You Order

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Yes, you can ask for a sample or mockup of a gate before placing a final order. A mockup lets you check finish, design, dimensions and build quality in person, which reduces the risk of surprises after installation.

Why a Gate Mockup Is Worth Requesting

A gate is a large, permanent part of your home, so it pays to be sure about the design before production starts. Seeing a small section or a mockup in real materials shows you the actual profile thickness, weld quality, and how the finish looks in daylight. Photos and drawings are helpful, but they rarely show how metal feels, how the paint or coating reads in your light, or how the infill pattern sits in the frame.

A mockup is also useful for checking how the gate will relate to your wall, fence or gateposts before anything is cut to final length.

What a Sample or Mockup Can Show You

Depending on the project, a sample can cover different things. Common checks include:

Frame profile size and wall thickness
Infill pattern, bar spacing and decorative details
Welds, corners and how clean the joints look
Surface finish, color and texture
Hardware such as hinges, latches and locks

Not every detail can be reproduced in a small piece, so tell us which points matter most to you.

How the Request Process Works

Start by sending us photos of your entrance or yard and a rough idea of the size and style you want. We will then arrange an on-site measurement and discuss what kind of sample or mockup suits your project. Once the drawing and written specification are ready, you review them and approve before any production begins.

Please keep in mind that a mockup is a tool for evaluation, so the more clearly you describe what you want to check, the more useful it will be.

Questions to Ask Before You Approve

Before you sign off, take a moment to compare the sample with your expectations. A short checklist helps:

Does the height and width match the measured opening?
Is the infill spacing comfortable for children and pets?
Does the finish suit the color of your building?
How will the gate open, and is there clearance for the swing?

If anything is unclear, ask before approval rather than after installation.

Finish and Coating Samples

Finish is one of the most noticeable parts of any gate, and it can look different on a small sample than on a full-size gate in sunlight. Where possible, look at the finish outdoors, at different times of day, and next to the surfaces it will sit beside. Our work is finished using hot-dip galvanizing or powder coating, depending on the design and the environment. We can discuss which option suits your location, and whether a sample of the coating color is practical for your project.

After Approval: From Factory to Installation

Once you approve the drawing, specification and sample, production begins in our factory at Rival Street 37 in Tel Aviv. After finishing, the gate is delivered and installed. Because the sample has already confirmed the key details, the final result is much more likely to match what you pictured. For safety-related dimensions such as railing heights or spacing, we check the relevant requirements, including the Israeli railing standard SI 1142, with the engineer on your project.

Frequently asked questions

Can I request a sample before ordering a full gate?

Yes. Contact us with photos and your requirements, and we will advise what kind of sample or mockup is suitable for your project.

Is a mockup the same as the finished gate?

Not exactly. A mockup shows design, finish and construction details, but it is a smaller piece, so some dimensions and behaviors are best confirmed on the drawing.

Do I need to be present for the measurement?

Being present is helpful, since you can point out the exact opening, gateposts and any obstacles that affect the design.

When should I give final approval?

Approve only after you have reviewed the drawing, the written specification and the sample or mockup. Approval starts production, so it is best given once you are fully satisfied.

Common mistakes to avoid

Approving a design based only on photos, without checking the finish or dimensions against the real opening. Skipping the sample review and discovering a clearance or color issue after installation.

Our recommendation

Ask for a sample of the finish and frame profile, and review it outdoors in the same light your gate will face. Confirm all dimensions against the on-site measurement before you approve the final drawing.

Summary

Requesting a gate sample or mockup is a practical way to check quality, finish and fit before you commit to a full order.

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