Picking a new garage door can be more difficult than it sounds. While there was a time that choices for garage doors were fairly limited, now there are hundreds of choices, starting with the material. There are garage doors made of aluminum, steel, fiberglass, wood composite and solid wood to choose from. Although there may be price advantages to some of the other choices, the two most popular options for a quality garage doors are solid wood and steel. Before you move on to design, here are the basics on choosing between these two durable materials for your new garage door.
Steel Garage Doors
Steel is a great option for garage doors. It is durable, strong, cost effective and easy to maintain as a garage door material. You can purchase almost any style of garage door made from steel, so your options are not limited when it comes to design. However, keep in mind that all steel doors are not the same. The gauge of the door is important – a high quality steel door is usually at least 24 gauge. Plus, steel is not a great insulator so you will want a door that comes with insulation.
Solid Wood Garage Doors
Wood is a beautiful material for garage doors. It is also durable and can last for decades when maintained properly. The main advantage of wood over steel is the beauty and uniqueness that can be found in wood. There are different types of wood and endless styles to choose from. However, wood does require more maintenance and tends to be more expensive than steel doors.
Either choice of materials can make an excellent new garage door for your home. Talk to your local garage door dealer to determine which will be the best fit for your home and budget.
Posted on behalf of:
Habpro Garage Doors
Dacula, GA
770-985-3355
