Properties near the coast face accelerated corrosion from salt air. Standard gate materials can fail in just a few years without proper protection.
Salt Air Challenges
What Salt Does
- Accelerates rust and corrosion
- Damages standard finishes
- Affects electrical components
- Degrades hardware faster
Distance Matters
- Within 500 feet: Severe exposure
- Up to 1 mile: Significant exposure
- Up to 5 miles: Moderate exposure
- Beach cities: Assume exposure
Material Selection
Best Choices
- Aluminum (naturally corrosion resistant)
- Stainless steel hardware
- Hot-dip galvanized steel
- Marine-grade finishes
Avoid
- Standard powder coating alone
- Unprotected steel
- Standard hardware
Operator Considerations
Protection Needed
- Sealed enclosures
- Stainless steel components
- Protected electrical connections
- Corrosion-resistant lubricants
Maintenance Requirements
More Frequent Service
- Rinse gate with fresh water monthly
- Inspect for corrosion quarterly
- Touch up finish promptly
- Lubricate more often
Coastal Gate Specialists
Standard Gate Co uses marine-grade materials for coastal installations. Call (323) 488-GATE for coastal property solutions.