View our full range of gate designs, styles, and laminates here — ADL Metal Gate Catalogue. You can even pair your metal Designer Gate with a digital lock and enjoy the convenience of a keyless experience. In Singapore, it is common for HDB flats to have a metal gate on top of a wooden door. It is an additional layer of security for homes when the entrance door is open. As Singapore’s climate is warm and humid, most people prefer to open their main doors for more air ventilation, which makes the metal gate an essential item for their homes. For those who live in condominiums, you will need to seek management approval on the design and color before you purchase the metal gate. It is to ensure that you adhere to the façade of the condominium. Failure to do so can result in a fine or removal of the metal gate. What to Take Note Before Replacing Your Metal Gate: Before replacing your metal gate, please read up on the HDB guidelines you need to adhere to: The width of the gate, the number of panels, and its swing distance have to be the same as the original gate provided by HDB, so it does not obstruct escape routes. Units must allow at least a clearance of 1m from the gate to the corridor parapet wall when it is open. Units by the staircase must not block the staircases when it is open at all angles. Corner units should not have gates that hit the neighboring flat’s window. Read more