“Thankyou for coming down and fitting the gate - it looks fantastic - bloody love it!”
— Michaela, Shropshire
“We’ve received our gate and it’s stunning. Today was gate day and we had it installed by a groundsman. He said it was spot on in measurements which made his job so much easier. It looks absolutely amazing! Thank you so much with everything, we are honestly over the moon with the gate and posts (and we are under 1 metre in height to keep the planners happy!)”
— Nicola, Plymouth
This is a great bit of workmanship. You should be very proud of your skills. I am a very happy customer”
— Paul, Cwmbran
“Wanted to say a massive thank you for the gate. The build quality and design are amazing - we’ve had several neighbours request your details already.”
— Andy
“Thank you to Dyffryn Designs for a brilliant job on our new bridge. All on time for Saturday for CFFI Llanfyllin YFC Afternoon Tea”
— Pete, Llanfyllin
I have just collected a garden gate from Dyffryn Designs and am so pleased with it. Excellent communication in the measuring up, design and specification and the finished product is really very high standard. Thanks Kelvin for an excellent job at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended!”
— Ian, Chester
“I’m really pleased with the gate. Thanks Kelvin for your excellent service”
— Sean, Newport
“Excellent service, communication and attention to detail, customised to suit. First class”
— Lawrence
“Thank you Dyffryn Designs for doing such a great job on the finishing touches to our stairs. Love it”
— Nia, Llanfyllin
“We ordered two bespoke gates and are really impressed with the quality and craftsmanship. We went with the black painted finish for both gates and they look great. I would highly recommend. Communication was really good, Kelvin really knows what’s he’s doing.”
— Ross, London
“The gate is a success, Kelvin. I can’t believe we put up with the piece of sh*t that was there 10 years prior to that. I find myself looking for other things I can ask you to build”
— Pete, Nottingham
“The gate we ordered is beautifully made, great quality and very sturdy. I am sure it will last a lifetime. Kelvin was a pleasure to deal with and the gate was great value for such a well made item. I cannot recommend highly enough.”
— Fiona, Arundel
“We are very pleased with our gates recently supplied and fitted by Kelvin. His attention to detail and care are second to none. Thanks Kelvin.”
— Anthony and Lana, Whitchurch
“We found ourselves in need of a set of heavy duty gates with a 14ft span. After spending a considerable amount of time searching unsuccessfully for a supplier in our area, we came across your website. We contacted you and arranged a visit to your premises. On arrival we viewed some gates which were being manufactured. We were very impressed with the workmanship, and after agreeing a design we placed an order. During the manufacture we found communication to be excellent and we received regular updates on progress.
The finish of the gates is first class and the quality of the workmanship and the design is outstanding. I would have no hesitation in recommending your company to anyone thinking of buying any of your products.”
— Sian and Charles Burke, Pontypridd
“I employed Kelvin to make some bespoke gates with return railings for me. He communicated well with me at all stages, agreeing each phase of the design as we proceeded. The end result was a set of high quality, well made gates with return railings and four posts made mm perfect. It would be difficult to match the quality for the price anywhere else on the market. The work perfectly and are a great addition to my property. I would not hesitate to employ Kelvin again should I need any more gate services. Thank you.”
— Fabien Steele, Guildford
“When I bought my terraced Victorian house 25yrs ago, I had always intended to replace the railings that had been cut down many years before to aid the war effort.
I researched for ages, trying to find photographic evidence of my street, but sadly I couldn’t find any. I then decided to research what similar properties of the period had. I also found the stubs of the original gate posts buried in the wall and some remnants of the backstay stubs, I was then able to use these clues to come up with a design similar to the originals. Next was to find how to get them manufactured, I had lots of people suggesting “I know someone who can make them” but they were almost always crude lightweight wrought iron that looked completely out of character, and cast iron was just way too expensive.
I was getting frustrated until I came across Dyffryn Designs on Instagram, and after looking at the photos realised that this guy understood precisely what I was after. I arranged a visit to talk through my project with Kelvin. Drawing on his experience helped enormously in finalising a design that is spot-on for the period and to help me navigate the planning application (even though I was just reinstating the original railings!).
I’ve just installed the first section of railings and the gate, and I am absolutely delighted with them. Kelvin completely nailed the brief. I rarely come across people who deliver work of this quality and attention to detail – he’s a real craftsman, I would (without hesitation), heartily recommend Dyffryn Designs.”
— Peter & Jenny, Cambridge
“Kelvin, I’d like to thank you for designing and manufacturing our new wrought iron gates. The workmanship and attention to detail was second to none and I have received a number of compliments regarding how great they look – including from the installer who says they are some of the best gates he has fitted in terms of design and manufacture. Kelvin was also very helpful during the build process and kept me informed and updated at each step. The price was also very competitive and I would not hesitate using Kelvin again and/or recommending him and his work to any potential customers.”
— Sanjay, Worcestershire
“After searching for the right company to take on the job, I finally found Kelvin on Instagram. His attention to detail and knowledge was incomparable.
He helped with not only the design and construction of the gates, but was on the phone to answer any questions and provide guidance throughout the whole fitting and install, which was incredibly helpful.
Would highly recommend Dyffryn designs. Best in the business for what he does!”
— Josh, Forden
A huge thanks to Kelvin at Dyffryn Designs for this magnificent Victorian style gate.
Made exactly to my design and dimensions the gate arrived as promised and to say we are thrilled with the result is an understatement.
Hand painted by ourselves, it looks as if it's been in situ for a 100 years and has completely transformed the look of our beautiful Victorian home.
Kelvin is a true craftsman and top of his trade, extremely skilled and a great communicator too. Highly recommended.
— David, Leicestershire
I was inspired by one of our neighbours who recently had their gates designed and made by Kelvin.
After looking up his details on the website, I made contact with him to set about having our own automated double gates and two pedestrian access gates designed and made.
Kelvin was very reassuring and knowledgeable, very professional with plenty of experience and expertise to share. He offered us many options and alternatives, so that all possible eventualities were catered for. He ensured no stone was left unturned.
He also kept us updated with pictures and further dialogue when needed during the manufacturing process.
In summary, the whole experience was very exciting, as momentum was gained and the joyous day when the gates arrived (well secured and packaged) on our driveway.
We cannot speak highly enough of Kelvin’s services and workmanship. He is very professional in every aspect. If you are going to commission any work with Kelvin, please be very reassured that you will not be disappointed; expectations will only be surpassed.
— Steve, Somerset
My wife and I think the gates and railings really improve the look of the house and I’ve had lots of favourable comments from passers-by while I’ve been completing the pointing and painting. My coal man commented: “What fantastic gates! Who made those for you?” I always mention Dyffryn Designs.
Many thanks for a great job!
— Colin, Cheshire
‘Dyffryn Designs’ and especially Kelvin Hughes were extremely helpful and professional in all correspondence/contacts when making the gates that we wanted. We can’t thank them enough and have already made a recommendation for their services.
— Stephen, Plymouth
I am always a little optimistic when it comes to gaining the services of others or purchasing products online. There are too many people in this world trying to make easy money from honest people!
I came across Dyffryn Designs on Facebook and made contact. I could see from reviewing his previous fabrications that the items are of an excellent quality and very durable - I was however expecting a quote which was out of my price range.
Communication was great all the way through the process and Kelvin provided a detailed drawing which provided an excellent illustration of the final design and all the measurements. Once I confirmed, an accurate quote was provided which I was more than happy with - considering the cost of materials/galvanising/time, effort and craftsmanship that goes into such fabrications I believe it to be amazing value for money.
I chose to collect the gate which saved on shipping and provided an opportunity to meet the maker. From start to finish the services were great. I have received no end of compliments on the gate - which will last a lifetime and is a real feature piece to any home.
A faultless and sustainable business with the customer’s best interest at heart.
— Ashley, Mold
I contacted Dyffryn Designs with a view to then designing and fabricating a new gate for me for my front garden. The gate would need to be of very precise dimensions because of the opening available.
Kelvin was massively helpful from the outset and we worked together to produce a design that was both aesthetically pleasing and would work with the space available.
The materials used and the skill on show through the whole construction process were first class and the level of finish exceptional. This is true craftsmanship at its finest and is in a different league to the mass produced flimsy products found "on the high-street", this really is built to last.
The gate was packed and protected to a high standard and shipped. It was very easy to fit and is precisely the size required and most importantly looks beautiful.
The entire process was simplicity in itself from start to finish and we could not be more delighted.
I wholeheartedly recommend this company.
— Dale, Portsmouth
Our gates look great - with excellent communication, attention to detail and quality work - Kelvin did a great job for us at a very reasonable price.
— Kit, London