Gate Hooks to Build – Hot Dipped Galvanised

Gate Hooks to Build – Hot Dipped Galvanised are heavy-duty hinge pins designed to be built into brick or blockwork as you construct the pier. They provide a robust, long-lasting bearing for hook & band hinges on driveway, field or garden gates. The hot-dip galvanised finish delivers excellent corrosion resistance outdoors and a tidy, professional look.

Key Features & Benefits

• Built-in strength: “To build” pattern embeds into fresh brick/blockwork for a solid, permanent fixing.
• Smooth gate action: Precision-formed pins suit standard hook & band hinges for reliable swing.
• Durable protection: Hot-dip galvanised steel resists rust for long service life.
• Sized for your pier: Options for single or double brickwork and a wide range of band sizes.

Available Sizes

Pin Ø (inch)	Pin Ø (mm)	L (mm)	To Suit Brickwork	To Suit Band Size (mm)
1/2	12	180	Double	250 – 400
5/8	16	180	Double	450 – 600
3/4	19	180	Double	450 – 600
1/2	12	60	Single	250 – 400
5/8	16	65	Single	450 – 600
3/4	19	65	Single	450 – 600

Product & Technical Details

• Type: Gate hook hinge pins “to build” (for hook & band hinges)
• Material: Carbon steel
• Finish: Hot-dip galvanised
• Applications: Driveway, garden and agricultural gates on single or double brick piers
• Compatibility: Match pin diameter and band length to your hinge bands and gate weight

Instructions for Use

1. Plan gate handing and hinge positions; mark heights on the pier as you build.
2. Bed the hook unit into fresh mortar at the marked courses, ensuring adequate embedment and full mortar cover.
3. Set pin projection and plumb/level alignment so the gate will hang true; allow mortar to cure fully.
4. Hang the gate on matching hook & band hinges; check swing and adjust final course joints if needed.

Limitations & Precautions

• Install only into sound, properly laid brick or blockwork; ensure full mortar encapsulation.
• Select pin Ø and band size appropriate to gate size and weight; use pairs at top and bottom.
• Not intended for fixing to existing, fully cured masonry—use bolt-on plates or resin anchors for retrofits.

A professional, long-life hinge solution for new piers—galvanised, strong and sized to match your brickwork and hinge bands for smooth, reliable gate operation.