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4Ft W X 5Ft H XCEL Black Steel Anti-Rust Fence Gate - Easy Installation Kit For Residential, Outdoor, Yard, Patio & Entry Way Review

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

At this price point, this gate is pretty amazing.

The hinged side of the gate was hung on a cinder block wall using three concrete anchors and 5/16” x 4” construction lag screws with button heads and ceramic coating. The latch side of the gate was attached to the side of the garage using four 5/16” x 3” construction lag screws with button heads and ceramic coating.the gate is solid and spring hinges work well. My only criticism is with the instruction sheet. It could and should be improved. Aside from that, the gate is excellent quality for…

Pros
  • ✔ COMPACT SIZE FOR EASY LOADING AND LIFTING Compact box allows for an easy load for going directly to a jobsite and an easy lift at the jobsite.
Cons
  • The gate may not offer adequate security or privacy, as the steel slats may be easily seen through or climbed over

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Instructions might help

Pro: Sturdy, would probably be attractive if I could assemble it. I am pretty sure the "instructions" were included just to baffle the user. Drawings were unclear, with cute little pointy fingers which one might conclude were there to call your attention, but to WHAT? If there is a right way and a wrong way or maybe several wrong way for a part to be assembled, you might want to tell one. trial and error is loaded with plenty of the latter.Like stated, if you have a yen to mess with the things…

Pros
  • ‎Vail
Cons
  • The gate may be difficult to operate for people with physical disabilities or limitations, as it requires a certain level of strength and agility

Revainrating 1 out of 5

I’m telling people never to buy this gate.

Worst instructions I’ve ever seen and I’ve put together many structures with great success. Now the gate is worthless and thrown in with the junk. I have to spend more money to buy a gate from Home Depot. Couldn’t disassembled to send back. I worked for a week trying to assemble. A neighbor even tried to help without success. I’m 77 years old and living on a fixed income so this is a heart ship I didn’t need.

Pros
  • ‎XCEL
Cons
  • The gate may be prone to bending or warping if it is not installed properly or if it is exposed to strong winds or other external forces

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Posts too light for gate weight

Mounted mine in the ground 20 inches, with concrete around the posts, as per the directions. I let the concrete set fully before putting the gate on, but found that the metal gate is so heavy it caused sagging of the hinge post towards the other post. Fortunately the hinge post was right beside an outbuilding, so I used two metal tie plates to the building to help hold it in place, but might be an issue if out in a yard away from an independent secondary support. Perhaps could buy an extra…

Pros
  • ✔ OUR QUALITY Built from strong wrought iron, pre-galvanized inside and out, double-powder coated, black.
Cons
  • The gate may be difficult to install for people who are not experienced with fence or gate installation

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great DIY Fence Gate

I had an an old chain link fence gate that just was ugly, old and bent up. Found this on amazon and called Xcel customer service before taking the dive as I was trying to avoid ripping up all the old concrete/posts, excellent customer service from Angelica by the way and another gentleman onsite as I did local pickup. Turns out Xcel had some hinges that might just work, bought the 2 3/8 hinge for round pole and use Xcel's square gate hinge on the other side, couldn't have worked better. Only…

Pros
  • Backyard
Cons
  • The gate may not be suitable for areas with extreme weather conditions, as the steel material may warp or become damaged

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Waste of money-DO NOT BUY

The whole thing seems sturdy - terrible design and they cheaped out on the bolts, making it impossible to assemble correctly. Total waste. Am totally pissed - had to add my own metal screws just to make it work! Do NOT buy this. Totally crap.

Pros
  • Very nice
Cons
  • The gate may not be very durable or long-lasting, as some customers have reported issues with rust and corrosion within a few years of installation

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Could be great, but is not for everyone

Do not buy this unless you are very experienced in assembling complicated kits. Too many holes to drill and poor instructions. Otherwise not a bad product when finished. If I were running this company I would provide clearer instructions and pre-drill holes, which do not seem to be subject to alternative choices.

Pros
  • Building Materials
Cons
  • The gate may be too heavy to move or adjust once it is installed, which could be problematic if it needs to be moved for any reason

The gate is one of the best I've seen. It takes time to assemble but worth it in the end. It's shipped in a small package marking it easy to move around. I like the double hinges with the spring tension adjustment for closing the gate.

Pros
  • ‎53 pounds
Cons
  • The gate may not be very attractive or aesthetically pleasing, as the steel slats may be seen as too industrial or utilitarian

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Comes with sturdy posts and all gate hardware

Excellent customer service. Very responsive and helpful. I will buy another one when they are back in stock That's my review.

Pros
  • ✔ SAVE YOUR MONEY WITH EASY INSTALLATION Patented SecureSnap assembly design enables you to assemble a gate in the matter of minutes.
Cons
  • The gate may not be suitable for households with small children or pets, as they may be able to climb over the slats or get their heads stuck in between them

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Beware: Contents are not as advertised

The gate itself is sturdy, except the hedges are plastic, and not metal. Assembly took hours, with well over 50 pieces. The real problem, and one that I consider unforgivable, is that it came without anchorage for the two posts that hold it up. The picture, and the instructions, say that the posts can be buried and cemented, or they can be can be fixed on top of cement footers. However, no anchor was provided to affix the poles to the footers, although the original product photo shows them…

Pros
  • Tools & Home Improvement
Cons
  • The gate may be expensive compared to other types of gates or fences, which could be a prohibitive factor for some consumers

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Good price; hard to assemble

The manufacturer goes to great lengths to assert that the gate is easy to assemble. The pieces do fit together fairly easily. But assembly also requires drilling more than 20 bolts into metal. That is not "easy." And it took quite a while. But once assembled, the gate is relatively sturdy and does the job.

Pros
  • ✔ OFFER YOU SECURITY AND DURABILITY 1 year manufacturer warranty, like them or return them. no questions asked!
Cons
  • The gate may not be a good choice for homeowners who prioritize sustainability and eco-friendliness, as it is made from metal that requires significant resources to produce

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Flange and Anchors (NOT INCLUDED)

FYI The flanges and anchors are not included as shown in the picture. If you plan on mounting the gate to concrete YOU will need purchase 2-2”x2” Flanges and covers and 8-concrete anchors. It does state in fine print that hardware is not included. Picture and description misleading

Pros
  • Building Supplies
Cons
  • The gate may be noisy and clunky when opening and closing, which could be a nuisance for neighbors or family members