The gate is the one thing on your property you use literally every day — in the morning as you leave, in the evening as you come home, every time someone calls round. And that’s exactly why the gate is the quickest to “give away” whether something was made properly or in a hurry. A gate that squeaks, sticks or barely closes turns into a daily irritation; a gate that runs smoothly and looks good is a small pleasure you feel every single day, often without even realising it.

At Alu kramil we’ve been making aluminium gates since 2003 — every type of them: sliding, swing, cantilever and gates with an electric motor. Aluminium is close to ideal for a gate: light enough to open easily and to spare the posts and the motor, yet strong and, most importantly, rust-proof. Where an iron gate starts to rust and “sag” after a couple of winters, an aluminium one stays exactly the same, with a colour that doesn’t peel.

Aluminium gate at the entrance to a yard – Alu kramil

Which type of gate is right for your yard

Choosing a gate is less a matter of taste than of space and habits, and it’s easy to get it wrong if you don’t think it through in advance. That’s why we always start with one question: how much room do you have, and how do you want the gate to work?

A sliding gate opens to the side, gliding parallel to the fence, and takes up no space in front of it or behind it. That’s the ideal solution when you have a narrow approach, when you park close to the gate, or when the ground slopes. A swing gate opens like a door, on one or two leaves, and feels classic and warm — but it needs clear space to open into, so it isn’t right for every yard. A cantilever gate is a type of sliding gate that “floats” and never touches the ground, so there’s no track for snow, leaves or mud to collect in — perfect for uneven terrain and regions with hard winters.

If you’re not sure what suits you, that’s exactly what we clear up on site. We come out, look at the approach, the slope and the way you move around, and suggest the type that will work for years without any bother. Five minutes of conversation on the spot beats a gate that fights a lack of space every day.

Security, comfort and automation

A gate has two jobs: to let you in easily, and to keep the uninvited out. We build aluminium gates to do both. A sturdy structure and quality fittings mean the gate stands stable and secure, while properly sized posts and guides mean it won’t wobble or stick even after years of use.

Real comfort, though, comes with automation. A gate with an electric motor opens at the press of a remote, from the car, without stepping out into rain, snow or mud. It sounds like a small thing until you have it — but once you’ve tried it, going back to opening it by hand is hard, especially in winter or when your hands are full. The motor can be fitted to sliding, swing and cantilever gates, and it comes with safety features such as photocells that stop the gate if something or someone gets in the way, so it’s safe for children and cars alike.

We choose the automation to match the size and type of gate, because the motor has to suit the weight and the way it opens. We don’t sell a “one-size-fits-all” solution — we match the gate, the motor and the way it runs so everything works as a single whole, for years and without any aggravation.

Aluminium sliding gate with remote opening

A gate that matches the fence and the house

A gate rarely stands alone — it’s part of the entrance, alongside the fence and the house behind it. When gate and fence share the same style and colour, the entrance looks considered and valuable; when they’re “cobbled together” from different parts, it shows at once and lowers the impression of the whole house. That’s why we most often make the gate and fence together, in the same tone and with the same type of infill.

We choose the colour through powder-coating, in any RAL shade — anthracite grey and black lead the way because they look modern against both light and dark façades, but we also do warmer tones for houses in a more natural style. The gate’s infill can follow the fence’s: vertical for a classic look, panel for privacy, or a combination with glass for a contemporary note. The point is that the gate shouldn’t be a “stranger” at its own entrance, but a natural continuation of everything around it.

For those who want something special, there’s also an anodised finish with a natural metallic sheen. Whatever look you have in mind, our goal is the same — that every time you come home and walk up to the gate, you think, “this is mine, and it looks good”.

How we work, and with what warranty

We run the whole job so that you have as little to worry about as possible, and a gate is a more serious undertaking than a plain fence because it involves moving parts and, often, a motor. So we start by coming out to the site free of charge: we measure the approach, look at the slope and the space, assess the best type of gate and advise on automation. You get a clear quote with no hidden items straight away.

We make the gate to your exact measurements in our workshop, and our crew installs it and commissions it — checking that it opens smoothly, that the motor runs as it should, and that all the safety features are in place. We explain how to use it and how to sort out the little things should they ever come up. All of that comes with a 20-year factory warranty and two decades of experience. We install across Serbia — Belgrade, Novi Sad, Niš, Kragujevac, Subotica, Čačak and other cities.

Aluminium, iron or a wrought gate — an honest comparison

When you’re choosing a gate, you usually compare it with two things we’re all used to seeing: the classic iron gate and the “blacksmith’s” wrought gate. It’s worth saying a few honest words about that, because you don’t replace a gate every year, and it’s best to make the decision fully informed.

A wrought gate can be a real beauty, and on older, traditional houses nothing can take that away from it. But it comes with two things many people underestimate: weight and rust. A heavy gate “drops” on its hinges over time, starts to stick and strains the motor if it’s automated; and iron rusts the moment the paint cracks somewhere, so every two or three years you’re out there with a brush and a spray can. That’s a cost in time and money that adds up over the years.

An aluminium gate gives the same solid, serious impression while solving both problems. It’s lighter, so it runs more easily and lasts longer without “dropping”; it doesn’t rust, so there’s no painting and no streaks; and with powder-coating it keeps the same colour for years. When you add up the initial price and the cost of maintenance over ten years, an aluminium gate almost always comes out the better value. And if you really love the look of wrought iron, we also make aluminium gates with decorative elements that give a similar impression — but without the rust and the hassle.

How much does an aluminium gate cost

The price of a gate depends on the type (sliding, swing, cantilever), the dimensions, the choice of infill and colour, and of course on whether it comes with a motor and what kind of automation. A sliding gate with a motor and a cantilever gate for uneven ground are nowhere near the same job in either material or installation, so there’s no sense in quoting a “flat” price that wouldn’t hold in your case.

What you always get is an accurate quote broken down item by item and honest advice — for example, whether a sliding or a swing gate pays off better for your space, and whether a motor makes sense right away or can come later. We don’t push the most expensive solution; we push the right one, because we want you to use the gate happily for years and to recommend us onward.

A gate is something you touch every day — it deserves to run smoothly and look good. ☎ Call +381 62 384 667 or send an enquiry through the site, and we’ll arrange a free site visit, so you’ll have a concrete quote with no obligation.

Aluminium gate matched to the fence and façade

Frequently asked questions

Which type of gate is best?
It depends on the space and the terrain. A sliding gate saves room and is good for a narrow approach and a slope; a swing gate is classic but needs space to open; a cantilever gate is ideal for uneven ground and hard winters. On site we’ll suggest the right solution.

Why an aluminium gate, and not an iron one?
Aluminium doesn’t rust, it’s lighter (so it runs more easily and strains the motor less) and it needs no painting. An iron gate rusts and “sags” over time, while an aluminium one stays the same.

Can the gate be opened by remote?
It can — we fit an electric motor to sliding, swing and cantilever gates, with a remote and safety photocells.

Is a gate with a motor safe for children?
It is — thanks to photocells that stop the gate if something gets in the way. We choose the safety features to match the type and size of the gate.

Can I match the gate to the fence?
Of course, and that’s exactly what we recommend — the gate and the fence in the same tone and style, so the entrance reads as one piece.

What colours are possible?
The whole RAL palette through powder-coating, matte or gloss. Most often anthracite and black, but we do every shade.

What if the approach is on a slope?
Then a sliding or cantilever gate is usually a better choice than a swing gate. On site we assess what works best for your slope.

Can a motor be added later?
It can, but it’s best to plan for it in advance so we can prepare the gate and installation for automation from the outset. We’ll advise you on the spot.

How long do manufacturing and installation take?
Usually two to four weeks from confirmed measurements; gates with a motor may need a little more preparation. You get the exact deadline with the quote.

How do I get a quote?
Call +381 62 384 667 or send an enquiry. The site visit and quote are free and with no obligation.

Made-to-measure aluminium gates