Common questions about the Tongue & Groove Privacy Gate

What does tongue and groove mean on a fence gate?

Each board has a tongue on one edge and a groove on the other, so boards interlock instead of butting against each other. The result is a continuous face with no gaps that moves as one unit.

Why is it quoted rather than sold off the shelf?

Openings and swing directions are unique to each job. Confirming width, swing, and hinge and latch hardware before fabrication is what makes the gate fit on arrival.

Anything special about the gate post?

Yes — a no-gap gate takes full wind load, so set the gate post deeper than line posts and in concrete. We will advise specifics when you send your opening size.

How long is lead time?

Made to order, typically 4-6 weeks from quote confirmation.

Do you install?

Around Wilmington, NC, yes. Everywhere else we ship the materials — free on orders over $500.