ALU40 wood grain gate in a matching wood grain fence
Wood grain aluminum double swing gate on a paver driveway
ALU60 T&G dark wood grain full privacy gate beside a hedge
Vertical wood grain aluminum gate at a garden entry
ALU40 wood grain gate between brick pillars
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25 yrLimited warranty, covered aluminum

Aluminum vs composite gates

Aluminum vs Composite Gate: The Wood Look on a Real Frame

Frame Ā· Fire Ā· Motor Ā· Finish A board is not a gate. Compare the system.

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Aluminum gate kits from $758.15ALU20 from $765.54, ALU50/60 T&G from $808.75. The shop always shows the current price.

  • A real aluminum frame, not a board on hinges
  • Wood grain finishes: Ipe, Walnut and Yellow Oak
  • Aluminum is a noncombustible base metal; composite is not
  • Heavy-Duty frames for driveways and motors
  • 7-stage pretreatment and AAMA 2604 powder coat
  • Matches ALU20, ALU40 and ALU50/60 fences
  • 25-year limited warranty on covered aluminum materials
  • Factory direct, any size, shipped nationwide

Composite boards can give a gate a wood-like face, but a gate moves every day, carries hardware, catches wind and may carry a motor. Aluglobus builds the same wood look on an aluminum frame with aluminum slats.

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ā€œI have had 2 projects done with Globus Gates. Both had fences and gates. So happy with the finished work! Even my neighbors have knocked on my door to ask who did the work.ā€
Suzi Fisher Ā· Homeowner
ā€œWe use Aluglobus 100% with every fence/gate job we have. As a contractor I can say they are working very hard and their product is highest quality I can find and the best price.ā€
Valley One Gates & Access Ā· Contractor
ā€œAluGlobus was extremely helpful with my order, answering all my questions and delivering everything to Texas in perfect condition. The products were well-packed in a solid wood crate, and excellent quality.ā€
Jim Monahan Ā· Shipped to Texas
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At a glance

Aluminum vs composite gates, in short.

A composite gate is usually wood-plastic boards on a separate frame; NIST fire tests found severe fire behavior from two of three composite fences. Aluglobus gates are an engineered aluminum frame with aluminum slats in black, bronze, white or Ipe, Walnut and Yellow Oak wood grain, 7-stage pretreated and powder coated to AAMA 2604. DIY gate kits start at $758.15 and Heavy-Duty frames handle driveways and motors, with a 25-year limited warranty on covered aluminum materials.

Material
Composite: wood or cellulose fiber, plastic and additives. Aluglobus: 6063-T6 aluminum frame and slats
Fire
NIST TN 2357 (2025): severe fire behavior from two of three composite fences tested. Aluminum is a noncombustible base metal
Frame
Universal DIY frames, or a 2 x 4 in HD frame (.090 or .125 in wall) with double-support hinges
Gate types
Pedestrian, double swing and sliding; motor-ready HD configurations
Finish
7-stage pretreatment, AAMA 2604 powder coat (AkzoNobel, TIGER)
Looks
Black, bronze, white; wood grain Ipe, Walnut and Yellow Oak
Price
From $758.15; ALU20 from $765.54; ALU50/60 T&G from $808.75; HD sliding from $3,895.44
Warranty
25-year limited manufacturer warranty on covered gate and fence aluminum materials

Composite to aluminum

What made you look at a composite gate?

Pick the reason. We show the Aluglobus aluminum gate that gives you the same thing, with a real installed photo and the current shop price.

ALU40 wood grain gate in a matching wood grain fenceReal Aluglobus gate
1 Ā· I want
2 Ā· The aluminum answer

    CompositeWood-plastic boards on a separate frame
    AluglobusAluminum frame and aluminum slats

    Prices as listed in the shop. The shop always shows the current price.

    Aluminum, not compositeGate kits from $758.15

    Aluminum vs composite, point by point

    Same wood look. A completely different gate.

    The board is not the gate. Compare the frame, the hinges, the motor plan, the finish and the warranty, then the look.

    ALU40 wood grain gate in a matching wood grain fenceāœ“ Aluglobus
    Wood-look aluminum: a wood grain finish on aluminum slats in an aluminum frame.
    Not an Aluglobus product. Field photo: composite gate with uneven fading on the boardsāœ• Composite (wood + plastic)Not an Aluglobus product
    Composite gate: uneven fading on the boards.

    Point by point

    Tap any row for the details and the question to ask.

    Aluglobus, published specComposite gateAsk the seller

    Aluminum is a noncombustible base metal, but no complete gate should be called fireproof. Composite products and fabrication methods vary. Fire facts: NIST TN 2357.

    Five checks, in pictures

    Infographic: fully framed Aluglobus aluminum gate compared with an imported composite gate system
    Infographic: Aluglobus gate lockset and engineered impact strip compared with an imported lockset
    Infographic: wood-look aluminum compared with a brown wood-plastic composite fence
    Infographic: Aluglobus architectural powder coat finish compared with a composite gate
    Infographic: 25-year limited aluminum warranty compared with a composite gate

    Field photos and graphics show other products for illustration, not any named brand. The 25-year limited warranty applies to eligible Aluglobus aluminum materials.

    Find my aluminum gate

    Already have a composite gate quote?

    Send it with the opening width, height and photos. We reply with the aluminum gate and a factory-direct price to compare.

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    The gate frame

    The fence stands still. The gate moves every day.

    Open, close, stop, lock, repeat. A gate carries its own weight through the hinges, rollers, tracks and posts, while wind pushes on the infill. A composite board can be attractive infill, but it is not the structure.

    Aluminum gate frame corner with Aluglobus badge
    01

    Perimeter frame

    The frame keeps the leaf square and resists sagging or twisting. Profile, wall thickness, corners and reinforcement matter more than the surface.

    Black Aluglobus aluminum gate frame with heavy hinge and Aluglobus badge
    02

    Hinge side

    Every cycle loads the hinges, post or wall. Heavy-duty entries need attachment points designed for repeated movement.

    Keypad lever lock mounted on a black aluminum gate frame
    03

    Latch and closure

    Latches, closers, stops and access hardware need solid attachment on the lock-side frame for alignment and daily reliability.

    ALU40 black double drive gate over pavers
    04

    Wind and privacy

    A solid gate acts like a sail. Width, height, gaps and wind exposure should shape the frame and posts.

    A gate without a frame is a fence with hinges.

    Built Different Ep. 1: Why gate frames matter

    Heavy-duty and DIY framed gates vs no-frame gates.

    Universal DIY vs Heavy-Duty: which gate system fits

    The two Aluglobus frame systems, side by side.

    Gate configurations and automation

    The right gate depends on how it moves.

    Planning a motor? Start before fabrication. The operator must connect to a suitable structural member, with stops, travel limits, hinge geometry, safety devices and power coordinated.

    ALU40 wood grain gate at a front entry

    Pedestrian gates

    Side-yard and pool-area gates need alignment, latch support and self-closing hardware where required.

    DIY swing kits 4 x 6 and 6 x 6 ft, from $758.15

    Wood grain aluminum double swing gate on a paver driveway

    Double swing gates

    Each leaf of a wide driveway opening still loads its hinges. Grade, center stop, wind and operator arms shape the design.

    Heavy-Duty, built to order

    Black horizontal slat aluminum sliding gate across a driveway

    Sliding gates

    Sliding entries need runback, a track, rollers, guides, stops and operator coordination.

    HD sliding kits 12 and 18 ft, from $3,895.44; DIY sliding 19 x 6 ft

    Measure the opening as a system

    Finished clear openingGate heightBottom clearanceSlope and drainageSwing clearanceSlide runbackWall or post structureWind exposurePower and conduitSafety devices

    Double swing gate built to your specs

    How to measure a gate opening between two walls

    Configure a gate

    Composite gates, fire & Zone 0

    What connects the fence line to the home?

    A side gate often sits right next to the house. That makes the gate material one of the most important choices in a wildfire area.

    1. 01

      What a composite gate is made of

      Many composite boards combine wood or cellulose fiber with thermoplastic polymers and additives. Formulations vary, but it is not the same material category as noncombustible aluminum.

    2. 02

      What NIST found

      In NIST full-scale tests (Technical Note 2357, 2025), two of three composite fences showed severe fire behavior, with flames extending above and well downwind of the fence. One composite melted and dripped.

    3. 03

      The gate next to the house

      Fire Safe Marin: the safest approach is a noncombustible gate or end section nearest the structure, and breaking that connection is one of the most important upgrades you can make.

    4. 04

      Where Zone 0 stands

      The state Board of Forestry has adopted a Zone 0 package that would bar new combustible fencing within 5 ft of a structure. It is not in force yet and may change before it takes effect, so check the current rules with your local fire authority.

    Los AngelesMalibuPacific PalisadesAltadenaPasadenaOrange CountySan Diego CountyBay AreaNorthern California

    Sources: NIST TN 2357; Fire Safe Marin, fences and gates; BB&K on the Zone 0 package.

    Fire-smart fence guide

    Most fences fail Zone 0 rules. Here is a non-combustible solution

    From the Aluglobus YouTube channel.

    Wood-look gate alternative

    You do not need composite to get a wood-look gate.

    Real Aluglobus gates: wood grain on aluminum slats, in an aluminum frame. Pedestrian, double swing and sliding, horizontal or vertical, with matching fences.

    IpeWalnutYellow OakBlackBronzeWhite+ other colors made to order
    ALU40 wood grain gate in a matching wood grain fence
    Vertical wood grain aluminum gate at a garden entry
    ALU60 T&G dark wood grain full privacy gate beside a hedge
    Wood grain aluminum double swing gate on a paver driveway
    Vertical wood grain aluminum gate and fence on a hillside
    ALU60 T&G dark wood grain double gate
    ALU40 wood grain gate at a front entry
    ALU60 T&G wood grain gate with black frame
    ALU40 wood grain gate between brick pillars
    ALU40 wood grain gate in a wood grain fence
    ALU60 wood grain double gate with black frame
    ALU60 wood grain gate with black frame

    Wood look that does not burn? Designers are asking for this

    No wood, no fuel. Just aluminum built for life

    7-stage architectural powder coating

    Seven stages before the powder touches the aluminum.

    Every profile is pretreated and powder coated before assembly, so gate frames and slats are coated 360°, inside the channels too. AAMA 2604 architectural finish with AkzoNobel and TIGER powders.

    TIGER CoatingsAkzoNobel
    Rinse, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 1

    Rinse

    The first rinse clears dust and loose contamination from every profile.

    Degrease and rinse, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 2

    Degrease and rinse

    360° spray nozzles reach every face of every piece of aluminum.

    Acid wash, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 3

    Acid wash

    Cleans the surface down to bare aluminum, ready for the next stages.

    Water rinse, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 4

    Water rinse

    Washes the acid off completely.

    Rinse, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 5

    Rinse

    A second rinse leaves the surface clean for conversion coating.

    Zirconium coating, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 6

    Zirconium coating

    The conversion coat the powder bonds to. One of the most important stages of all.

    DI and reverse-osmosis rinse, Aluglobus powder coating line
    Stage 7

    DI and reverse-osmosis rinse

    Final rinses with deionized and reverse-osmosis water for a fine, clean finish.

    Then

    Powder, inspect, bake

    Clean, pretreated aluminum moves on to the dry-off oven, the powder booths and the cure oven.

    After pretreatment

    Dry-off oven, Aluglobus powder coating line
    After pretreatment

    Dry-off oven

    A 40 ft oven at 400 degrees dries off every rinse. Primer is applied here when specified.

    Electrostatic booths, Aluglobus powder coating line
    After pretreatment

    Electrostatic booths

    The aluminum is grounded so the powder is drawn onto it. Two booths, left and right, for 360° coverage.

    LED inspection, Aluglobus powder coating line
    After pretreatment

    LED inspection

    Every piece is checked under LED light. Anything missed comes off the line and is recoated.

    110 ft cure oven, Aluglobus powder coating line
    After pretreatment

    110 ft cure oven

    The powder is baked on at 400 degrees in a 110 linear foot oven.

    Cooling room, Aluglobus powder coating line
    After pretreatment

    Cooling room

    Pieces cool under LEDs for a final check, then come off the hangers to be wrapped and shipped.

    Inside the factory

    See where your gate is actually made.

    Inside the Aluglobus aluminum extrusion line, where the frames and slats for your gate are made. From there every piece goes through the 7-stage pretreatment line, the powder booths and the 110 ft cure oven. Factory direct, no middlemen.

    6063-T6 USExtruded architectural aluminum
    7 stagesArchitectural pretreatment before powder
    110 ftCure oven, long enough for gate and patio beams
    NationwideFactory direct shipping to your site
    Manufacturing warranty

    No Factory Proof.
    No Manufacturing Transparency.
    No Warranty You Can Verify.

    Know who manufactures your aluminum and who stands behind it.

    U.S. company
    U.S. warranty support
    Powder coating warranty

    No Coating Brand.
    No Preparation Proof.
    No Finish Warranty You Can Verify.

    Know the coating manufacturer, the preparation process, and who's responsible for the finish.

    TIGER CoatingsAkzoNobel

    Inside our U.S. machine shop

    Engineered first. Manufactured in-house. Built with precision.

    At Aluglobus, we don't just supply aluminum systems. We engineer and manufacture the components that make them work.

    Inside our U.S. machine shop we make custom aluminum parts with CNC aluminum machining, precision laser cutting and aluminum sheet metal fabrication: engineered brackets and connection plates, specialized mounting hardware and custom components for our gates, fences and architectural aluminum systems. Making them ourselves gives us more control over quality, fit and customization.

    U.S.-manufactured componentsEngineered aluminum gate components, custom aluminum brackets and aluminum fence hardware, made in our own machine shop.
    Precision machining of an aluminum bracket and connection plate in the Aluglobus U.S. machine shop
    Precision machiningCustom aluminum components machined for accurate system connections.
    Precision laser cutting of aluminum sheet into mounting plates and brackets in the Aluglobus machine shop
    Laser-cut aluminum partsPrecision-cut brackets, mounting plates and fabricated components.
    Laser cutter control station and live cutting camera in the Aluglobus U.S. machine shop
    Engineering and designTechnical design comes before precision manufacturing.
    Laser-cut aluminum connection plates for engineered aluminum gate components and aluminum fence hardware
    Custom componentsPurpose-built aluminum brackets, connectors and mounting plates.
    U.S.-based manufacturing facility

    Our American machine shop manufactures aluminum components and custom parts for Aluglobus systems.

    Engineered before manufacturing

    Components start with technical design and engineering before they move into precision production.

    Precision CNC machining

    Custom aluminum parts are CNC-machined for consistent dimensions, accurate connections and dependable fit.

    In-house laser cutting

    Precision-cut aluminum sheets, mounting plates, brackets and specialized components.

    Custom aluminum fabrication

    Specialized brackets, connectors, mounting solutions and custom-designed parts made to your project requirements.

    Quality control through direct manufacturing

    More oversight of production for consistent components, accurate tolerances and reliable system compatibility.

    Built for contractors and custom projects

    Our fabrication supports aluminum gates, fencing, patio systems, architectural applications and specialized installations.

    A manufacturer behind the system

    We show the process. So you know who stands behind the product.

    Not just a supplier. From engineering drawings to finished aluminum components, we make the parts that make the system work.

    Build your gate
    Daymond John shaking hands with the Aluglobus team at the Aluglobus booth
    At the Aluglobus booth

    Seen at our booth

    Daymond John put his hands on our gate.

    The entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor stopped by the Aluglobus booth, shook the gate to test it, and talked about how strong it is.

    ā€œThis thing is a real deal.ā€

    ā€œExcellent stuff.ā€

    Daymond John, at the Aluglobus booth
    Find my gate

    Price and long-term value

    What does an aluminum gate cost compared with composite?

    There is no honest universal price without the opening and hardware. The visible boards are only one part of the total.

    The gate itself

    Size, frame profile, reinforcement, infill, privacy and finish set the price. A composite board price does not include the frame and hardware. Aluglobus gate kits start at $758.15 (ALU40), $765.54 (ALU20) and $808.75 (ALU50/60 T&G).

    Hardware and automation

    Hinges, rollers, tracks, latches, closers, operators and safety devices can be a meaningful part of the project. HD sliding kits for 12 and 18 ft start at $3,895.44.

    Ownership

    Count service, alignment, hardware replacement, finish care and repair access. A gate planned as a system avoids costly field changes later.

    Quote comparison tip: ask whether fabrication, posts, hinges, latches, stops, motor brackets, operators, safety accessories, electrical work, freight, unloading, permits and installation are included or excluded.
    Price my gate

    A balanced answer

    Is every composite gate a bad gate? No.

    A composite-faced gate can work when the complete assembly is properly designed, framed, reinforced and installed. Just do not pick a moving gate by the board sample alone.

    If you have a composite gate

    Keep the hinges, latch and frame aligned, and keep debris away from its base. If it sits next to the house, consider a noncombustible gate or end section there.

    If you are choosing a new gate

    Start with the frame, the hinge side and the motor plan, then pick the look. Aluminum gives you the wood grain without a wood-plastic board.

    Contractors and gate fabricators

    Factory-direct aluminum gate systems with contractor pricing: HD frames, matching fence systems, custom finishes and nationwide shipping.

    Not sure yet?

    Send the opening, photos, swing or slide direction, finish and hardware needs. We reply with the right aluminum gate and a factory-direct price.

    Find my gate

    Reviews

    Real installs. Real reviews.

    Builders, homeowners and contractors on their Aluglobus gates and fences.

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    Daymond JohnDAYMOND JOHNCEO, Entrepreneur and Investor
    Spencer and PandaSPENCER & PANDAHomeowners
    Homeowner with ALU60 T&G sliding gateHOMEOWNERALU60 T&G sliding gate
    Mike, homeownerMIKEHomeowner
    ContractorCONTRACTORCustomer
    Philip, Empire GroupPHILIPCEO, Empire Group
    Craig, homeownerCRAIGHomeowner
    David, customerDAVIDCustomer
    Roadstarr MotorsportsROADSTARR MOTORSPORTSBusiness
    DesiignerDESIIGNERArtist
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    Installed projects
    ALU40 wood grain gate in a matching wood grain fenceWood grain aluminum double swing gate on a paver drivewayALU60 T&G dark wood grain full privacy gate beside a hedgeBlack horizontal slat aluminum sliding gate across a drivewayALU40 wood grain gate between brick pillarsALU60 bronze double gate with slatted topVertical wood grain aluminum gate and fence on a hillsideALU20 black double gate at a driveway side yard
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    Araceli U.

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    ā€œChris was amazing. He was very professional and guided us to get the perfect gates for our home. The installers were here when they said they would and worked diligently and efficiently. They cleaned up after themselves and left my property looking like no one was ever there. We only did our 2 side gates to start but will be doing more to our home very soon.ā€

    Valley One Gates & Access

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    ā€œWe use Aluglobus 100% with every fence/gate job we have. As a contractor I can say they are working very hard and their product is highest quality I can find and the best price.ā€

    Contractor

    Albert Torcaso

    17 Sep 2025

    ā€œAluGlobus delivered a custom gate that is not only gorgeous but also highly functional. We love it!ā€

    Google review

    Jim Monahan

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    ā€œAluGlobus was extremely helpful with my order, answering all my questions and delivering everything to Texas in perfect condition. The products were well-packed in a solid wood crate, and excellent quality.ā€

    The Royalty Family

    @royaltyfamily

    ā€œWe absolutely love our gate from Globus Gates! The quality is amazing, the design looks incredible, and the whole process was super easy.ā€

    Tiffany Salguero

    28 Aug 2025

    ā€œI’m thrilled with the custom gate AluGlobus made for us. The team’s attention to detail was amazing.ā€

    Google review

    Benjamin Javaheri

    @benjaminjavaheri

    ā€œThe craftsmanship is top-tier: clean welds, solid materials, and a finish that looks premium in person. Communication was fast and professional, timelines were clear, and the install was smooth and precise.ā€

    Cynthia Dalessandro

    10 Sep 2025

    ā€œThe AluGlobus team was fast, friendly, and professional. The gate looks beautiful, and we are very satisfied.ā€

    Google review

    Suzi Fisher

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    ā€œI have had 2 projects done with Globus Gates. Both had fences and gates. So happy with the finished work! Even my neighbors have knocked on my door to ask who did the work.ā€

    Semra Sevim

    8 Sep 2025

    ā€œAluGlobus was able to create a custom gate that matched our vision. The quality is outstanding!ā€

    Google review

    Michael Sharp

    16 Sep 2025

    ā€œI’m beyond impressed with the custom gate AluGlobus made for us. They delivered exactly what we asked for.ā€

    Google review

    Wendy Van Den Berg

    29 Aug 2025

    ā€œVery professional and efficient installation by AluGlobus Fence. Our new gate is sturdy and looks fantastic.ā€

    Google review

    Warranty
    25-year limited manufacturer warranty on covered gate and fence aluminum materials.

    Written terms and exclusions apply. Finish and hardware coverage differ; ask for the written terms with your quote.

    Powder coating
    Pretreated in 7 stages. Powder coated before assembly. Coated 360°.

    AAMA 2604 architectural finish with AkzoNobel and TIGER powders, baked in a 110 ft cure oven.

    TIGER CoatingsAkzoNobel

    Locations

    Showrooms, wholesale and partners near you.

    See wood grain aluminum gates in person at an Aluglobus showroom, pick up from a wholesale location, or work with an authorized partner. Nationwide U.S. shipping from the factory everywhere else.

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    Specifications

    The facts behind the comparison.

    Aluglobus aluminum gates
    Material6063-T6 extruded aluminum frame and slats
    Finish7-stage pretreatment, AAMA 2604 architectural powder coat (AkzoNobel, TIGER)
    Slat modelsALU20 (2 x 3/4 in), ALU40 (4 in), ALU50/60 tongue and groove
    Gate linesUniversal DIY kits for pedestrian and side-yard gates; Heavy-Duty for driveways, wide leaves, sliding and contractor projects
    HD frame2 x 4 in HD frame (.090 or .125 in wall) with double-support hinges
    Listed sizesSwing kits 4 x 6 and 6 x 6 ft; HD frame kits up to 6 x 8 ft; sliding 12 x 6 and 18 x 6 ft; DIY sliding 19 x 6 ft
    FinishesBlack, bronze, white; wood grain Ipe, Walnut, Yellow Oak; any powder-coat color made to order
    Warranty25-year limited manufacturer warranty on covered gate and fence aluminum materials; written terms apply
    Gate prices
    ALU20 gate kitsFrom $765.54
    ALU40 gate kitsFrom $758.15
    ALU50/60 T&G gate kitsFrom $808.75
    HD sliding kits, 12 and 18 ftFrom $3,895.44
    Double swingHeavy-Duty, built to order

    The shop always shows the current price. Configure your gate.

    Composite gates: facts and sources
    MaterialWood or cellulose fiber, thermoplastic polymer and additives; formulations vary
    Fire testsSevere fire behavior from two of three composite fences in full-scale tests; effective heat of combustion higher than wood or vinyl in cone tests (NIST TN 2357, 2025)
    Next to the houseA noncombustible gate or end section nearest the structure is the safest approach (Fire Safe Marin)
    California Zone 0The proposed package would bar new combustible fencing within 5 ft; not in force yet (BB&K)
    What we need for a gate quote
    1. Clear opening width and desired height, with photos.
    2. Swing or slide direction, posts or walls, slope.
    3. Finish, privacy level and hardware; for automatic gates, the operator, power location and access control.

    You came here looking at composite. Now look at the complete gate.

    Send the opening, photos, swing or slide direction and finish. We reply with the right aluminum gate and a factory-direct price.

    Configure a gate

    FAQ

    Aluminum vs composite gate FAQs.

    Have a composite quote? Send it and we will put the aluminum gate next to it.

    What is a composite gate made from?

    The visible boards are usually wood-plastic composite: wood or cellulose fibers, thermoplastic polymers and additives. The gate also needs a separate frame, posts and hardware.

    Can composite boards be used as the gate frame?

    Do not assume the decorative board is an adequate frame. A gate needs a frame designed for its width, height, weight, wind exposure, hinges, latch and use.

    Is a composite gate fireproof?

    No. In NIST full-scale tests (TN 2357, 2025), two of three composite fences showed severe fire behavior. Aluminum is a noncombustible base metal, though no complete gate should be called fireproof.

    What gate is best next to a house in a wildfire area?

    Fire Safe Marin says the safest approach is a noncombustible gate or end section nearest the structure. An all-aluminum gate keeps the frame and slats noncombustible, in a wood grain look if you want it.

    Can an aluminum gate look like wood?

    Yes. Aluglobus gates come in Ipe, Walnut and Yellow Oak wood grain finishes on aluminum slats, as well as black, bronze and white.

    Is an Aluglobus gate motor ready?

    Heavy-Duty swing and sliding configurations can be planned around automation, structural connections and hardware from the start.

    How much does an aluminum gate cost?

    Aluglobus gate kits start at $758.15 (ALU40), $765.54 (ALU20) and $808.75 (ALU50/60 T&G); HD sliding kits for 12 and 18 ft start at $3,895.44. Double swing driveway gates are built to order. Configure your gate.

    Can the aluminum gate match the fence?

    Yes. Slat model, orientation, gaps, privacy and finish can match Aluglobus ALU20, ALU40 and ALU50/60 fences. See aluminum fences.

    Which is stronger, a composite gate or an aluminum gate?

    Compare complete assemblies, not material names. Frame profile, wall thickness, corners, reinforcement, hinges, posts and installation decide performance.

    Does an aluminum gate need maintenance?

    Yes, some. Clean it and inspect hinges, closers, latches, rollers, tracks, stops, fasteners and any automation per their manufacturers.

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