Your gate is the first thing guests see and the first thing a stranger has to get past. Iron Designs builds custom iron double gates for Santa Fe homeowners who want both: a strong, secure entry and a design that suits their home.

We fabricate each gate to your exact opening, so it fits your adobe wall, stone pillars or driveway layout and doesn’t look like a stock gate dropped in. We’re based in Albuquerque and serve Santa Fe and the surrounding area.

What Is a Double Gate, and Is It Right for You?

A double gate has two leaves that swing open from the center. It’s the standard choice for wider openings, because two lighter leaves put less strain on the hinges and posts than one giant gate.

A double gate is usually the right call if:

1. Your driveway or courtyard entrance is wider than a single gate can safely span
2. You want a formal, symmetrical entry that suits Southwestern, Spanish Colonial or Territorial architecture
3. You want to open one side for foot traffic and both sides for vehicles
4. You need to block off a long driveway, a private lane or a rural property entrance

Double Gate Styles We Build

Every gate is custom, but most Santa Fe projects fall into a few families:

1. Traditional wrought iron. Classic scrolls, finials and spear tops with timeless curb appeal.
2. Southwestern and rustic. Hand-forged character that works with adobe, flagstone and rough-hewn wood.
3. Modern and minimal. Clean vertical or horizontal lines for contemporary builds.
4. Privacy gates. Solid or partially backed panels for courtyards and entries that need screening.
5. Mixed material. Iron frames combined with wood or other accents to match your home.

Bring a photo, a sketch or just a feeling for what you want. We’ll help you turn it into a design.

Built for Santa Fe’s High-Desert Weather

Santa Fe’s elevation, UV exposure, snow, freeze-thaw cycles and monsoon season are hard on outdoor metal. A gate that looks fine in the shop has to survive all of that for years.

We build for it with:

1. Sturdy steel construction with welded joints
2. Protective finishes to slow rust and fading
3. Proper hinges and hardware sized for your gate’s weight and daily use
4. Correct post and footing planning, because even a well-built gate sags if it hangs on weak posts

Security Without Giving Up Style

A good iron double gate deters intruders, keeps pets and kids inside, and controls who enters your property. You choose the balance:

1. Vertical bar spacing to limit climbing and see-through access
2. Top treatments such as spears or scrolls that look elegant and discourage climbing
3. Solid lower panels for pets and privacy
4. Heavy-duty latches and locks for reliable closure

Sizing and Planning Your Gate

Every opening is different, and we measure on site. As a rough guide:

Things we look at during your consultation:

• 1. Opening width and height
  2. Slope of the driveway or ground (gates must clear it when they swing)
  3. Swing direction, inward or outward, and the space available
  4. Condition of the existing walls, pillars or posts
  5. Whether you want to add an automatic opener now or later

Our Process

1. Call or request a quote. Tell us your address, rough size and the look you want.
2. Free consultation and measurements. We visit, assess the opening and talk about design, finish and budget.
3. Custom fabrication. Your gate is built to size in our Albuquerque shop.
4. Installation. We hang it, align it and check that it swings and latches properly.

Santa Fe Double Gate FAQs

How much does a custom iron double gate cost in Santa Fe?
Price depends on width, height, design complexity, finish and hardware. A plain bar gate costs much less than a heavily scrolled or privacy-backed one. The most accurate way to get a number is to send us your measurements and a photo, or request an on-site quote.

Do I need a permit to install a gate in Santa Fe?
It can depend on your property, especially in historic districts or neighborhoods with design guidelines or HOA rules. Check with the City of Santa Fe and your HOA before building. We can adapt the design to meet their requirements.

Can an iron double gate be automated?
Many can be designed to work with an automatic opener. If you want automation, tell us during the quote so we can plan the frame, posts and hardware for it.

How wide can a double gate be?
Double gates are a common way to cover wide openings, but the right size depends on the design, weight and post support. We’ll tell you what’s practical for your property.

Will an iron gate rust in New Mexico?
Any bare steel can rust if exposed to moisture, and snow and sprinklers count. A quality protective finish and occasional touch-ups keep a gate looking good for years.

How long does it take to get a custom gate?
It depends on design complexity and our schedule. We’ll give you a realistic estimate with your quote.

Can you match my existing fence or wall?
Yes. We can design around your current fence, wall or architecture so the gate looks like part of the property.

Other Iron Services in Santa Fe

Planning more than a gate? We also build:

1. Fencing and topper panels
2. Porch enclosures
3. Sliding door security
4. Storm and screen doors
5. Window guards

See our main double gates page or browse the project gallery for ideas.

Get Your Free Double Gate Quote in Santa Fe

Tell us where you are, how wide the opening is and the style you like. We’ll help you design a gate that’s secure, durable and right for your home.

Call 505-357-7161 or request a free quote online.