Garage doors are available in a variety of materials, such as steel, wood, fiberglass, and aluminum. Aside from the obvious differences in appearance, the variety of garage doors can best suit your budget, weather, and beauty.
Metal
Metal is a popular item for a garage door because of its flexibility, durability, and overall value. Metal garage doors are available with an endless number of design options and offer an alternative, cheaper alternative to natural wood. Choose a partition to strengthen your garage door and increase the value of R.
Compared to wooden garage doors, metal is lightweight and easy to maintain. The Wood tones accents give you the beauty and texture of wood and the durability and reliability of the metal.
To help maintain the health of your metal garage door, we recommend that you wash it at least twice a year to remove dirt and grime.
Wood
Wood garage doors offer any exterior with a sense of timeless elegance. As a renewable source, wood offers the most friendly option you can think of when buying a new garage door. Available in a variety of designs, wood types, and customization options, wooden garage doors are a great way for homeowners looking for a custom, unique look.
In addition to the high-cost front of the wooden garage door, it is also important to consider the maintenance costs required to maintain its beauty. Without proper, regular maintenance, the wood door will start to fade, rot, warp, or chip.
Wood garage doors are best suited for cool weather. Significant changes in external temperatures, as well as frequent contact with moisture (from rain, snow, or moisture), can cause wood to harden and grow as it absorbs moisture.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass is often overlooked when homeowners choose a garage door material. Fiberglass, however, closely mimics the defined grain texture of real wood. Unlike wood, fiberglass garage doors will not shrink, warp, or crack — making them ideal for homeowners living in damp areas.
Fiberglass is best suited to warmer climates and is not recommended for windy coastal areas. Extreme winds can damage not only the fiberglass but also the noise that many irritate.
Another important consideration is that fiberglass cannot be repaired if damaged; the garage door should be completely replaced.
Aluminum and glass
Aluminum and glass garage doors offer a modern, modern look to a variety of applications, both exterior and interior.
Because aluminum is lighter than steel, it also lasts longer. Strong winds or hail can create cracks in the aluminum, which is difficult to repair without a professional.
We also recommend adding aluminum section rail rails to increase the R-value and increase the thermal protection of your garage space.Although suitable for all weather conditions, aluminum is sensitive to extreme heat — a harsh summer can reduce the durability of the material.
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