{"product_id":"black-brenton-padbolt-6-inch-john-george","title":"Black Brenton Padbolt 6 Inch by John George","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Black Brenton Padbolt 6 Inch by John George is a medium-duty pad bolt designed to secure doors, gates, and outbuilding entrances with a padlock. Finished in black, it offers a straightforward, cost-effective locking solution suitable for timber gates and garden structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJohn George\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inch (152 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrenton padbolt (pad bolt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade \/ Duty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium duty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecuring timber garden gates where a padlock is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFastening shed, workshop, or outbuilding doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding additional security on field and farm gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting to close-boarded or framed fence panels with a gate leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFix the body plate to the face of the door or gate leaf using suitable wood screws through the pre-drilled holes, then align and fix the staple plate to the frame or post so that the bolt slides cleanly into the keep. Check that the bolt runs freely before final tightening, as timber can swell slightly in wet weather, so allow a small amount of clearance. Store any unused units in a dry environment to keep the black finish in good condition prior to installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size padlock shackle fits a 6 inch Brenton padbolt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost standard padlocks with a shackle diameter of up to 8 mm will fit the staple on this padbolt. Check the internal diameter of the staple loop before purchasing your padlock to confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this padbolt be used outdoors on a timber gate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The black-coated finish provides a degree of weather resistance suitable for external use on garden gates and outbuilding doors. For prolonged exposure, ensure any bare fixing points are touched up or protected to reduce the risk of surface rust over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a 6 inch padbolt suitable for a heavy close-boarded gate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bolt is rated as medium duty, making it appropriate for domestic garden gates and lightweight outbuilding doors. For heavier agricultural or security-critical applications, a heavier-duty bolt or additional fixing points would be advisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What size padlock shackle fits a 6 inch Brenton padbolt?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Most standard padlocks with a shackle diameter of up to 8 mm will fit the staple on this padbolt. 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For heavier agricultural or security-critical applications, a heavier-duty bolt or additional fixing points would be advisable.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cp\u003eNottage Timber Merchants stocks a full range of gate and door hardware alongside fencing materials. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ironmongery\"\u003eironmongery collection\u003c\/a\u003e for bolts, hinges, and catches. We serve customers across Bridgend and South Wales, with next-day delivery available to many local areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John George","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52578594357585,"sku":"L14239","price":4.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1467\/1697\/files\/john-george-6-black-brenton-padbolt__12193.1719400044.1280.1280.jpg?v=1765370019","url":"https:\/\/www.timberonline.co.uk\/products\/black-brenton-padbolt-6-inch-john-george","provider":"Nottage Timber Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}