Hi,

I would like to put a gate across the passage that leads to our
garden. I would like a solid "door style" gate, about 3'3" wide and 6'
tall.

I know you use a Z shape brace on the back to hold it all together but
do you just butt the planks together or is it better to use tongued
and grooved wood? Would you glue them or would nails/bolts be enough?

I know 18mm T&G is readily available and often used as floorboards; is
T&G available in thicker sizes?

What's the best way to mount it? Onto a stout fence post?

What is the best way to lock it shut? Would you use a padlocked bolt
or could you somehow incorporate a mortice lock?

BTW would you cramp the wood together whilst the glue sets and if so,
is it worth paying for Irwin cramps? They seem to cost twice as much
as the other makes. Are they worth the extra or are you just paying
for the name?

TIA