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Gate materials list & cut list
Single or double swing gate with anti-sag hardware. Below is the standard parts list and cut list for a typical gate, generated by the same engine that powers our free calculator. Quantities scale with your dimensions — this is the baseline shopping list before you customize.
Estimates only — not a quote. Baseline total: $353
Materials list
| Item | Qty | Unit cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate posts (6×6 × 9ft) | 2 ea | $42 | $84 |
| Frame boards (2×4×8) | 5 ea | $9 | $45 |
| Pickets | 10 ea | $4.5 | $45 |
| Hinge pairs (heavy-duty) | 1 pair | $28 | $28 |
| Gate latch | 1 ea | $22 | $22 |
| Concrete mix (50lb bags) | 10 bag | $6.5 | $65 |
| Exterior fasteners | 4 lb | $8 | $32 |
| Anti-sag kit (turnbuckle + cable) | 1 kit | $32 | $32 |
Cut list
| Part | Qty | Size | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate posts | 2 | 6×6 × 9' | Bury 3ft in concrete. |
| Frame top/bottom rails | 2 | 2×4 × 3.88' | Cut to leaf width. |
| Frame vertical stiles | 2 | 2×4 × 6' | Full gate height. |
| Diagonal brace | 1 | 2×4 corner-to-corner | Low corner to hinge side — critical for sag prevention. |
| Pickets | 10 | 5.5" × 6' | Space ~0.25" apart. |
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This list is a common-size baseline. Run the calculator with your dimensions for an exact materials list, cut list, and cost estimate.
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