Sturbridge Vinyl Yard & Pool Gate
Before You Begin
- Before driving your pipe anchors, check for underground utilities. In the US, call 811 or visit www.call811.com. In Canada, visit www.clickbeforeyoudig.com to find your provincial one-call centre. This gate needs two posts (BL19042) driven into the ground.
- See your Sturbridge Fence (BL19103) Install Guide for full panel assembly and layout.
- Pre-assemble your gate frame first — do a dry run before permanently screwing anything together, to confirm you have everything you need, the frame goes together in the right order, and the gate's height and width match the dimensions below.
- Install your gate posts before your fence posts — fence panels are more forgiving for a custom fit than a gate is.
- You should not need excessive force when assembling components.
Returns: Please let us help resolve any issues before initiating a return. If a return is still necessary, it must be initiated with the retailer where the product was purchased.
Need Help or Replacement Parts?
Our US-based customer service team is available Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm EST.
- Parts Website: https://parts.nychbrands.com
- Email: hmmm@wambamfence.com
- Phone: 704-892-5222 or 877-778-5733
- Text: 704-892-5222
For faster service, have your item number (BL19104) and part name ready. A batch lot number (found on the end of the box) is also helpful if available — it helps us identify and resolve any production issues on our end.
Finishing Post: BL19042
Gates do not come with their own posts
You will need two Posts — one to finish the fence run, and one to support the gate.
Buying Guide
Product Specifications & Dimensions
Required Tools
Drill
Measuring Tape
Stringline Reel
Stakes (for stringline)
Mallet (Optional for Stakes)
Pencil
Large Level
Small Level
Wood Block
Wrenches
Hinge Post Support
Your gate will perform best with complete fence panels on both sides. At minimum, the hinge post should be part of a connected fence run — tying it to a panel that continues to another post lets that post help carry the gate's swinging load, instead of the hinge post bearing it alone. If space restrictions make this impossible, contact us for alternative solutions.
Note on Hinges
Hinges only open one direction. Decide which way you want your gate to open before mounting your hinges.
Part Identification
A
Corner Bracket (4)
B
Vertical Stile (2)
1½in x 3½in x 41½in
C
Thin Picket (4)
⅞in x 1½in x 45in
D
Wide Picket (3)
⅞in x 3in x 45in
E
Horizontal Rail (2)
1½in x 3½in x 47¾in
F
Hinge (2)
G
Latch Finger (1)
H
Latch Catch (1)
I
1¼in Self-Drilling White Stainless Steel Screw (20)
J
1¼in Self-Drilling Black Stainless Steel Screw (38)
K
4in Tension Pin (2)
Step 1: Assemble Gate Bottom
Parts Required
A x2 E x1 B x2
Insert a horizontal rail (E) all the way into a corner bracket (A) at each end, until it hits the back of each bracket. Measure between the brackets to confirm the width is 48in.
Insert both vertical stiles (B) into the bottom brackets until they hit the bottom rail.
Step 2: Assemble Top Rail
Parts Required
A x2 E x1
Insert the second horizontal rail (E) all the way into both remaining corner brackets (A), one at each end. This is your gate frame top.
Step 3: Insert Pickets and Top Rail
Parts Required
C x4 D x3
Insert thin pickets (C) and wide pickets (D) into the bottom rail as shown.
Slide the assembled gate frame top down over the pickets and vertical stiles.
Step 4: Fasten Gate Frame
Parts Required
I x16
Fasten the gate frame together using (16) 1¼in white self-drilling stainless steel screws (I). Skip the two corners marked in the diagram — those are needed for hinge installation later.
Step 5: Loosen Hinge Tension
Parts Required
F x2 K x2
Optional, for a slower self-close. For each hinge, insert a tension pin (K) into a hole at the top of the hinge (F) and rotate it fully to the right — this takes moderate force. Hold it there, remove the smaller pin, let the tension pin ease back to the left, and reinsert the smaller pin into a new hole.
Step 6: Adjust Hinges for Spacing
Parts Required
F x2
Using your two wrenches, loosen or tighten the nuts on each hinge to adjust the spacing between your gate and hinge post. This can also help you moderately level your gate later on.
Step 7: Fasten Hinges and Latch Finger
Parts Required
F x2 G x1 J x14
Fasten both hinges (F) onto the corner brackets using (8) 1¼in black self-drilling stainless steel screws (J).
Fasten the latch finger (G) onto the upper corner bracket using (6) more screws (J).
Pool Code Notes: For swimming and other child safety gates, most safety standards specify: fence height of 4ft minimum; the gate should open outward, away from the pool; and the latch-releasing mechanism should sit a minimum of 54in off the ground. Your local municipality or HOA may require a "top pull" latch for pool gates — top-pull MagnaLatch hardware options are available at hardware stores or online.
Step 8: Fasten Hinges to Post
Parts Required
J x6
Use temporary spacers or blocks to rest the gate on. Fasten the hinges to the fence post using (6) 1¼in black self-drilling stainless steel screws (J).
Step 9: Secure Hinges from Inside
Parts Required
J x12
Fasten the hinges to the inside of the fence post by swinging the gate out as illustrated, using (12) more screws (J).
Step 10: Level Your Gate
Level the gate to the fence post by adjusting the nuts on the hinges. Check the gate to make sure it functions correctly. Mark where you need to install your latch catch.
Step 11: Install Latch Catch
Parts Required
H x1 J x6
Align and fasten the latch catch (H) to the fence post using (6) 1¼in black self-drilling stainless steel screws (J). The latch works for both left- and right-hand applications — to reverse it, temporarily remove the spring and bolt, then reverse the paddle portion as needed.
Need Help?
- Email: hmmm@wambamfence.com
- Phone: 704-892-5222 or 877-778-5733
- Text: 704-892-5222